Pokemon GOplayers can encounter Falinks after winning against it in raids. The monster comes as a 3-Star Raid Boss and defeating it might result in a Shiny encounter.Shiny Falinksmade its debut during theFalinks Raid Dayon July 10, 2025.

Falinks (Fighting-type Pokemon) originating from the Galar Region (Generation 8). The monster has a maximum Combat Power of 2665 and a stat spread of 193 ATK, 170 DEF, and 163 STA. The monster’s maximum CP rises even more as a 3-Star Raid Boss, so teaming up with other players might help in defeating it faster. That said, this guide details how to beat Falinks inPokemon GOraids while exploring its weaknesses and best counters.

Falinks Weaknesses in Pokemon GO

You should first study FalinksPokemon GOtype-weaknesses and resistances before starting the battle. Only by analyzing the monster’s type specifications can you select appropriate counters against it.

You can also consider in-game elements like Weather Boost and theSame Type of Attack Bonus (STAB)effect before attempting the Falinks Raids. Use Falinks Raid Counters with STAB potential attacks in favorable weather conditions.

Psystrike (Psychic-type) (Legacy)

Falinks Raid Counters in Pokemon GO

Confusion (Psychic-type)

Nature’s Madness (Fairy-type) (Legacy)

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Fly (Flying-type)

Psychic (Psychic-type)

Psychic (Psychic-type) (Legacy)

Extrasensory (Psychic-type)

Aeroblast (Flying-type) (Legacy)