What is Giovanni’s October Legendary?
As of early October 2023, Giovanni’s Shadow Legendary Pokémon is Regirock. This means that Trainers who are able to overcome Giovanni will have the opportunity to catch this powerful Pokémon. But before you can face Giovanni, you’ll need to defeat the three Team GO Rocket leaders, Cliff, Sierra, and Arlo.
Giovanni’s Legendary Rotation
Giovanni’s choice of Legendary Shadow Pokémon and second party member rotate every few months. This means that you’ll often find yourself battling different Pokémon. Persian will always come up first and is weak against Fighting types, so having a Lucario or Machamp can be a good strategy.
Best Teams to Use Against Giovanni
When it comes to battling Giovanni, having the right team is crucial. Here are some of the best teams to use against him:
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Machamp | Fighting |
| Swampert | Water/Ground |
| Kyogre | Water |
Giovanni’s Strongest Pokémon
Giovanni has a good eye for powerful Pokémon, and some of his overpower the rest. Here are some of his strongest Pokémon:
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Mewtwo | Psychic |
| Rhyperior | Ground/Rock |
| Kangaskhan | Normal |
| Nidoking | Poison/Ground |
| Honchkrow | Dark/Flying |
| Nidoqueen | Poison/Ground |
| Marowak | Fire/Ground |
| Dugtrio | Ground |
Catching Giovanni’s Legendary
After defeating Giovanni, you’ll be rewarded with 5000 Stardust, several Potions, Revives, and maybe a Unova Stone. Then, Trainers can encounter and catch the Shadow Legendary Pokémon used by him. It has a 100% catch rate.
Conclusion
Giovanni’s October Legendary is Regirock, and it’s a powerful Pokémon that can be caught after defeating him. With the right team and strategy, you can overcome Giovanni and add this powerful Pokémon to your collection. Remember to always check Giovanni’s rotation of Legendary Shadow Pokémon and second party member to stay ahead of the game.