The latest challenge in *Pokemon Scarlet & Violet* is the 7-Star Tera Raid featuring Meowscarada with the Mightiest Mark. To conquer this formidable opponent, you'll need a well-prepared team to exploit its weaknesses effectively.

Like previous raid bosses, Meowscarada comes equipped with a unique moveset designed to counter some of the Pokemon you might initially consider using. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to defeat the 7-Star Meowscarada.

Meowscarada’s Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Conversely, Meowscarada resists Electric-, Grass-, Ground-, Psychic-, Ghost-, and Dark-type attacks, with all moves of these types inflicting half damage, except for Psychic-type moves, which do no damage due to Meowscarada's part-Dark typing.

Meowscarada’s Moveset

As the latest 7-Star boss in *Pokemon Scarlet & Violet* Tera Raid, the Mightiest Mark Meowscarada boasts the following moves:

• Acrobatics (Flying-type)
• Flower Trick (Grass-type)
• Hone Claws (Dark-type, non-damaging)
• Night Slash (Dark-type)
• Petal Blizzard (Grass-type)
• Play Rough (Fairy-type)

Hone Claws is particularly troublesome as it allows Meowscarada to continuously boost its Attack and Accuracy, becoming increasingly dangerous. When combined with Flower Trick, which always results in a critical hit, the threat level escalates quickly. Meowscarada's diverse move pool, including Acrobatics, Night Slash, and Play Rough, requires you to carefully select counters to exploit its weaknesses.

Best 7-Star Meowscarada Counters in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

While other Bug-types might seem viable, Meowscarada’s Acrobatics can one-hit KO them. Scizor is an exception due to its part Steel-typing, making it a robust choice.

Best Scizor Build To Beat 7-Star Meowscarada

To withstand Meowscarada's onslaught, the optimal Scizor build includes:

• Ability: Swarm
• Nature: Adamant
• Tera Type: Bug
• Hold Item: Shell Bell
• EVs: 252 Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
• Moveset: Bullet Punch, Iron Defense, Swords Dance, X-Scissor

Start with Iron Defense to bolster Scizor's survivability, follow with healing cheers, then use Swords Dance two or three times before repeatedly using X-Scissor. The Shell Bell will help recover health, allowing you to outlast and defeat Meowscarada before it fully powers up.

Best Skarmory Build To Beat 7-Star Meowscarada

Skarmory combines defensive bulk with strong physical attacks and self-healing capabilities. The ideal Skarmory build is:

• Ability: Keen Eye
• Nature: Adamant
• Tera Type: Flying
• Hold Item: Shell Bell
• EVs: 252 Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
• Moveset: Drill Peck, Roost, Swords Dance, Taunt

Begin with Taunt to prevent Meowscarada from using Hone Claws. Use Roost to heal between Swords Dance uses, and rely on the Shell Bell to recover health while using Drill Peck to deal damage.

Best Magmortar Build To Beat 7-Star Meowscarada

Magmortar is an excellent counter when coordinated with other special attackers. The best Magmortar build is:

• Ability: Flame Body
• Nature: Modest
• Tera Type: Fire
• Hold Item: Shell Bell
• EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
• Moveset: Acid Spray, Sunny Day, Taunt, Weather Ball

Flame Body reduces Meowscarada's Attack and deals extra damage through burns. Acid Spray drastically lowers Meowscarada's Special Defense, allowing your team's special attackers to inflict more damage quickly. Use Sunny Day to boost Fire-type moves and Weather Ball for additional damage.

With these strategies and counters, you're well-equipped to tackle the 7-Star Mightiest Mark Meowscarada in *Pokemon Scarlet & Violet*. Don't forget to check out the latest Mystery Gift codes for free Pokemon and items to further enhance your team. If you're yet to explore all the game has to offer, take a look at the Paradox Pokemon available in *Scarlet & Violet* to discover the ancient and futuristic versions of Pocket Monsters.