Winter-Themed Raid Plagued by Bugs
Pokémon is getting into the holiday spirit with a winter-themed raid. However, this tough seven-star raid is causing frustration among players due to numerous game-breaking bugs. Despite the issues, there are still ways to defeat it and catch the powerful Pokémon.
Raid Details
The Iron Bundle raid will be available from Friday, December 22, 2023, until Sunday, December 24, 2023.
The Challenges of Iron Bundle
Taking down Iron Bundle is proving to be more difficult than expected due to the numerous bugs. In one instance, players experienced their Pokémon data being deleted, resulting in the loss of valuable items and resources. This setback included the loss of 50x tera shards, 50x vitamins, and an Ability Patch.
Recommended Set for Iron Bundle
Here is the suggested set to use when battling Iron Bundle:
- Pokémon: Iron Bundle the Unrivalled – Level 100
- Nature: Modest
- Ability: Quark Drive
- Item: None
- Tera Type: Ice
- Moves: Snowscape, Aurora Veil, Electric Terrain, Chilling Water, Hydro Pump, Blizzard, Freeze-Dry
Countering Iron Bundle
Due to the bugs present in the raid, there are only a few Pokémon that can withstand Iron Bundle's attacks. Empoleon, a Level 100 Pokémon, is the recommended choice:
- Pokémon: Empoleon – Level 100
- Nature: Calm
- Ability: Torrent / Competitive
- Item: Assault Vest
- Tera Type: Steel
- Moves: Brick Break, Ice Spinner, Mud-Slap, Flash Cannon
Strategies and Bugs to Consider
When battling Iron Bundle, it is crucial to open the raid with Brick Break to remove the Aurora Veil and minimize damage output. Mud-Slap can be used to reduce accuracy, but it is worth noting that this move may also be affected by bugs. Bright Powder and other similar items do not seem to work in this raid, so Mud-Slap may be the only way to avoid taking significant hits.
An Assault Vest is recommended to withstand Iron Bundle's powerful attacks. Flash Cannon should be your main source of damage, as it can lower Iron Bundle's Special Defense. Lastly, Ice Spinner can be used to remove the Electric Terrain when it is set up.
Conclusion
While the bugs have undeniably made the Iron Bundle raid more challenging, it is still possible to defeat it with Empoleon. However, players have reported that other Pokémon that should be effective against Iron Bundle do not seem to work. If you are interested in learning more about Pokémon, be sure to check out what you can obtain through Mystery Gifts.
