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How to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO 3-star raids

If you want to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO 3-star raids in any weather conditions, you will need to create a set of strong counters that take less time to secure wins. Players must utilize powerful Pocket Monsters that know the potent moves to exploit Haunter's weaknesses. The use of effects such as the Weather Boost and Same Type Attack Bonus (STAB) is vital during Haunter raids, as they increase the damage output of the attacks learned by the Pokemon.

A Haunter in a Tier 3 raid has boosted combat power (CP), and its moves deal greater damage in favorable weather. On top of this, the STAB effect further strengthens its attacks. So, here is what you need to learn to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO.

Note: Some aspects of this article are subjective and solely rely on the writer's opinions.


Preparation to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO raids

Haunter, as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Haunter, as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

As a Dark- and Poison-type Pokemon, Haunter is 160% weak to Ground-, Ghost-, Dark-, and Psychic-type moves. Focus on teaching these attacks while ensuring some of the chosen counters are of Mega, Legendary, Mythical, Ultra Beast, or pseudo-Legendary status. As Shiny Haunter can be encountered in raids, completing them faster is essential so that you have enough time to join another one.

The combat capability of a boss Haunter varies depending on in-game weather. For example, its strength is significantly boosted during Fog and Cloudy weather due to the activation of the Weather Boost effect. Be mindful of this and prepare strategically to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO.

The damage output of the Gas Pokemon improves if it uses the Dark- and Poison-type Fast and Charged Attacks because of the STAB effect. Solo enthusiasts should note this and dodge its Charged Attacks to avoid unnecessary hits on the battlefield.

Haunter is an excellent raid attacker; as such, the counters to use against it must be defensively strong. It is best if they are also good attackers and have plenty of Stamina power to soak up the damage done by the Shadow Ball Charged Attack.

Now, let’s take a good look at the counters needed to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO 3-star raids.


Pokemon GO Haunter raid counters for solo pursuit

Below are the best parties to counter Haunter in the game:

  • Shadow Mewtwo: Confusion and Psystrike
  • Dawn Wings Necrozma: Psycho Cut and Moongiest Beam
  • Primal Groudon: Mud Shot and Precipice Blade
  • Mega Gengar: Lick and Shadow Ball
  • Shadow Tyranitar: Bite and Brutal Swing
  • Shadow Weavile: Snarl and Foul Play
  • Shadow Metagross: Zen Headbutt and Psychic

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Final tips to solo defeat Haunter in Pokemon GO raids

Best tips for the battle (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Best tips for the battle (Image via The Pokemon Company)

These tips are of vital importance:

  • Use a strong Mega Pokemon if possible.
  • Bring healing items in raids to revive or treat Haunter counters.
  • Prioritize super-effective attacks.
  • Make the correct use of the effects.
  • Battle in the right weather.

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