How to solo defeat Shadow Alolan Marowak in Pokemon GO 3-star Shadow Raids

In Pokemon GO, if you're wondering if it's possible to solo defeat Shadow Alolan Marowak in 3-star Shadow Raids, you're in luck. Multiple Pokemon and moves are capable of accomplishing this feat, though there won't be much room for error. Currently, trainers can find Shadow Alolan Marowak in 3-star Shadow Raids, and its rotation in the current raid cycle began on September 3, 2024.

Since Shadow Alolan Marowak may not last much longer in the current 3-star Shadow Raid rotation, it's worth examining this raid guide to take a look at how you can solo defeat Shadow Alolan Marowak in Pokemon GO 3-star Shadow Raids.

How to solo defeat Shadow Alolan Marowak in Pokemon GO Shadow Raids

Alolan Marowak in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Before diving into the counters for this 3-star Shadow Raid boss in Pokemon GO, it's best to examine this boss' base stats, potential moves, and additional information, which can be found below:

Type: Fire and Ghost
Combat Power: 14,256
Attack: 144
Defense: 186
Stamina: 3,600 HP
Fast Attacks: Rock Smash, Hex, Fire Spin
Charged Attacks: Flame Wheel, Shadow Ball, Bone Club, Fire Blast, Shadow Bone, Frustration
Weaknesses: Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water

Because Ghost-types take super effective damage from other Ghost-types, the best counters for Shadow Alolan Marowak are usually Dark, Ground, Rock, and Water-type Pokemon. However, two Ghost-types, two Ground-types, and one Water-type in particular should be capable of beating Shadow Alolan Marowak solo before the 180-second raid timer expires in the Shadow Raid.

Note: The recommended solo-capable counter Pokemon are based on simulated game data, and results may vary. For best results, it's advised for the recommended Pokemon below to have the highest possible IV stats and be powered up to the highest possible CP to successfully clear the raid solo.

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Without any Weather Boosts in play

Without an active Weather Boost, five Pokemon should be able to solo defeat Shadow Alolan Marowak in Pokemon GO 3-star Shadow Raids when at maximum level and maximum IVs. The top option is Dawn Wings Necrozma with Shadow Claw and Moongeist beam, which will have a projected victory time of 150.7 seconds.

The alternatives include Primal or Shadow Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades. The Primal form can clear the raid in approximately 155.4 seconds while its shadow counterpart can complete the 3-star Shadow Raid in 173.8 seconds if all goes as planned. That leaves the final two options worth considering.

Specifically, Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse should be able to clear the raid solo in 171.4 seconds, while Mega Gengar with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball clocks in with a completion time of 168.2 seconds. However, it should be noted that based on internet speed or connection issues in Pokemon GO, the completion times can vary and your own completion time may be slower.

Additional solo counters to Pokemon GO Shadow Alolan Marowak raids based on Weather Boosts

Depending on the following active Weather Boosts in Pokemon GO, additional Pokemon can be capable of solo defeating Shadow Alolan Marowak raids in under 180 seconds set by the Shadow Raid timer:

With Rainy Weather

Mega Swampert with Mud Shot and Hydro Cannon (163.6 seconds)

With Partly Cloudy Weather

Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide (152.6 seconds)
Shadow Rhyperior with Smack Down and Rock Wrecker (172.3 seconds)
Mega Diancie with Rock Throw and Rock Slide (173.6 seconds)

With Windy Weather

Mega Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent (169.2 seconds)

With Sunny/Clear Weather

Mega Garchomp with Mud Shot and Earth Power (157.6 seconds)
Shadow Garchomp with Mud Shot and Earth Power (166.3 seconds)
Therian Landorus with Mud Shot and Sandsear Storm (170.5 seconds)

With Foggy Weather

Shadow Chandelure with Hex and Shadow Ball (158.7 seconds)
Mega Banette with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball (159.2 seconds)
Shadow Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing (166.9 seconds)
Mega Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing (168.8 seconds)
Mega Houndoom with Snarl and Foul Play (170.7 seconds)
Shadow Gengar with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball (162.1 seconds)
Mega Absol with Snarl and Payback (170.3 seconds)
Shadow Weavile with Snarl and Foul Play (171.7 seconds)
Blacephalon with Astonish and Shadow Ball (173.3 seconds)

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