Pokemon GO: Hisuian Samurott Weaknesses, How to Counter & More

Hisuian Samurott has stormed into Pokemon GO raids for a limited time only. As a dual Water and Dark-type Pokemon from Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Samurott packs a punch but also has some clear weaknesses. This comprehensive guide covers Pokemon GO Hisuian Samurott weaknesses, best counters, and best moveset before it disappears back into the past.

Pokemon GO: Hisuian Samurott Weaknesses

Hisuian Samurott is vulnerable to Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, and Grass-type attacks in Pokemon GO raids.

Mega Venusaur, Mega Sceptile, Mega Manectric, and Mega Gardevoir lead the charge as excellent counters.
Non-Megas like Zekrom, Xurkitree, Machamp, and Conkeldurr also perform well.

It's best to open with hard-hitting Fighting-types like Lucario or Machamp to exploit Hisuian Samurott's Fighting weakness. Electric types such as Zapdos, Raikou, and Magnezone make solid backup attackers. Lean into Grass-types in Sunny weather for a real knockout punch.

Best Hisuian Samurott Counters

Mega Sceptile with Fury Cutter and Frenzy Plant
Terrakion with Double Kick and Sacred Sword
Kartana with Razor Leaf and Leaf Blade
Mega Gardevoir with Charm and Dazzling Gleam
Mega Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent
Mega Blaziken with Counter and Focus Blast
Xurkitree with Thunder Shock and Discharge
Keldeo with Low Kick and Sacred Sword
Mega Manectric with Thunder Fang and Wild Charge
Mega Alakazam with Counter and Dazzling Gleam

Watch the Weather for Attack Bonuses

Pay attention to the in-game weather during Hisuian Samurott raids.

Sunny conditions boost Grass-type attacks, making Venusaur and Sceptile even more formidable counters.
Partly Cloudy has no impact, but Cloudy boosts Fighting and Fairy moves to aid Pokemon like Gardevoir and Keldeo.
Rainy weather powers up Hisuian Samurott's own attacks. Time to break out the Electric types!
Snow has no effect
Fog boosts Dark attacks for creatures like Tyranitar and Hydreigon on your squad.

Hisuian Samurott's Best Moveset

On offense, Hisuian Samurott's ideal moveset is the Fast Attack Snarl plus the Charged Attack Razor Shell.

Snarl deals damage while generating energy quickly.
Razor Shell also hits hard and can lower the opponent's Defense to amplify later attacks.

For protecting your own Pokemon, look out for Hisuian Samurott using Fury Cutter, Waterfall, X-Scissor, Dark Pulse, and Icy Wind. Knowing what moves might be incoming will help gain an edge in battle.

Summary

Counter Hisuian Samurott with Fighting, Grass, Electric, Bug, Fairy-types
Use weather boosts to power up counters
Snarl and Razor Shell are its best offense
Watch for Fury Cutter, Waterfall, X-Scissor, etc. on defense

Hisuian Samurott won't be around for long, so gather your strongest counters and battle on before it disappears! Securing a strong Samurott to add to your Pokemon collection is worth the effort.