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# Raids - Cobblemon Islands Guide

## What Are Raids?

Raids in Cobblemon Islands are cooperative PvE (Player vs Environment) battles where players team up to defeat powerful boss Pokémon. Depending on the raid's star level, you can earn valuable rewards including Raid Tokens, Mega Stones, exclusive cosmetics, and the opportunity to catch legendary Pokémon.

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♻️ **Raids have been completely reworked!** New star tiers, rebuilt bosses, rebalanced difficulty, revamped drop pools, Golden Raids, and more. Read on for everything that's changed.
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### Why Participate in Raids?

* **Exclusive Rewards**: Earn Raid Tokens to purchase items from the Raid Shop
* **Catch Every Boss**: Every raid boss is now catchable - no more waiting for special catch windows!
* **Mega Stones & Cosmetics**: Chance at Mega Stones and the new Mega Tool Cosmetics
* **Community Experience**: Team up with other players
* **Competitive Challenge**: Use type advantages and strategy against tougher bosses

***

## Raid Star Tiers

Raids are now organized into **seven star levels**. Tiers 1-3 are built for players new to raiding, while tiers 4-7 are tuned for experienced raiders.

| Star Level | Boss Pool                                          | Boss Level | Difficulty |
| :--------: | -------------------------------------------------- | :--------: | :--------: |
|  **1-3 ⭐** | Beginner-friendly raids to learn the ropes         |   Scaled   |  Beginner  |
|   **4 ⭐**  | All Mega Pokémon                                   |     150    |  Advanced  |
|   **5 ⭐**  | All Sub-Legendary Pokémon (Expedition Legendaries) |     175    |  Advanced  |
|   **6 ⭐**  | All Legendary Pokémon                              |     200    |   Expert   |
|   **7 ⭐**  | Event / Mythical raids                             |     200    |   Expert   |

***

## How to Join a Raid

Before joining any raid, make sure you have:

* **🌟 A raid-ready party** - Bring Pokémon strong enough for the tier you're attempting. Higher tiers can no longer be one-shot in most cases.
* **🎫**[ **Raid Pass**](#raid-passes-and-currency) - Required for **4 Star and above** raids, where the special item rewards come into play (obtainable from the server store or in-game events)
* **🎟️**[ **Raid Voucher**](#raid-vouchers) - Optional, lets you start a raid outside of the normal scheduled start times

### Joining Process

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## Wait for raid announcements

Wait for raid announcements in the server, or start one with a Raid Voucher
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## Navigate to the raid server

Navigate to the raid server by using `/raids`
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## Check your party

Ensure your party meets the requirements and is not using any [banned move/ability](broken://pages/e669087d1e1cbcf9ed288e4d61aad141aa9172a4)
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## Prepare your Raid Pass

For 4 Star and above raids, have your Raid Pass ready
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## Enter the raid

Enter the raid and battle cooperatively with other players
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⚔️ **Difficulty note:** Hackmon moves and abilities have been removed from all raid builds **except 7 Star**. In the higher tiers, lean on type advantages, debuffing moves, and smart strategy to win.
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***

## Raid Types

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***

## :clock1:Raid Schedule & Timing

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#### 1-3 Star Raids

* **Start Time**: Every hour (XX:30)
* **Availability**: 24/7
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#### 4-6 Star Raids

* **Start Time**: Every hour (XX:00)
* **5-6 Star**: **Increased spawn chances on the weekend**
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#### 7 Star Raids

* **Days**: Weekends
* **Times**: 5:15 AM, 1:15 PM, 9:15 PM (CT)
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🎟️ Want to raid on your own schedule? Use a [Raid Voucher](#raid-vouchers) to start a raid outside of these normal start times.
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***

## Raid Vouchers

Raid Vouchers let you start raids **outside of the normal scheduled start times**, so you don't have to wait for the next window.

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📍 **Note:** Raid Vouchers only work when used in the **Raid Realm**.
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**How to Obtain:**

* 🛒 Currently available in the [server store](https://store.cobblemonislands.com/category/global-boosts)
* 🆓 **Free-to-play methods are coming soon** alongside other plans, so keep an eye out!

***

## Raid Passes

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#### Raid Pass

Raid Passes are special items required to attempt catching the boss in the higher tiers, where the exclusive item rewards come into play.

**How to Obtain:**

* 🛒 Purchase from the server store, or earn through in-game events
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**Usage:**

* One pass is consumed per catch attempt
* Required for **4 Star and above** raids
* NOT required for 1-3 Star raids
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***

## Raid Rewards & Drops

Raid pools have been **completely revamped**. Rewards vary based on the raid's star level and type:

* **🪙 Raid Tokens**: Primary currency for the Raid Shop
* **💎 Rare Items**: Evolution items, held items
* **🔮 Mega Stones**: Mega raids have a low chance to drop their Mega Stones, including form change items for Groudon & Kyogre!
* **🎨 Mega Tool Cosmetics**: Mega raids can also drop the new Mega Tool Cosmetics - **47 total to collect!**
* 🎁 **Exclusive Drops**: Special cosmetics and skin tokens on special occasions

<a href="/pages/e9c07e15e041612eb0172d0ab3fc9af79143f1e3" class="button primary">Check Raid Drops here</a>

***

## Shiny Rates & Golden Raids

All raids are affected by the **Shiny Charm**.

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#### Standard Shiny Rates

* **1-4 Star Raids**: 1/512 before Shiny Charm
* **5-7 Star Raids**: 1/3072 before Shiny Charm
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#### ✨ Golden Raids

Every raid has a low chance to spawn as a **Golden Raid**. Golden Raids are also affected by the Shiny Charm.

* **Golden 1-4 Star Raids**: 1/256 before Shiny Charm
* **Golden 5-7 Star Raids**: 1/768 before Shiny Charm
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***

## /Raid Shop

Use your Raid Tokens at the Raid Shop to purchase exclusive items!

`/shop raid`

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📍 **Note:** The Raid Shop has been revamped and can now **only be accessed in the Raid Realm**. Some prices have been adjusted.
{% endhint %}

**Available Items:**

* Raid Balls *(now purchasable here!)*
* Raid Passes
* Rare evolution items
* Mega Stones

<a href="/pages/198e71657eba824361a671b56c031fb5d39da31e" class="button primary">Check the Raid Shop here</a>

***

## Raid Rules & Restrictions

To ensure fair gameplay, a global banned list applies to raids.

#### Global Banned List:

* **73 / 934** Banned Moves
* **14** Banned Abilities
* **0** Banned Pokémon
* **5** Banned Items
* **7** Banned Bag Items

<a href="/pages/33cd3bad1ddcb925ab17d699d47b7527b372e26c" class="button primary">Check Raid Ban Items</a>

***

## Frequently Asked Questions

<details>

<summary>How hard are the reworked raids?</summary>

Raids have been rebalanced so that higher star tiers can no longer be one-shot in most cases. You'll need to use type advantages, debuffing moves, and solid strategy to excel in the 4 Star and above tiers. Hackmon moves and abilities have been removed from every build except 7 Star raids.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What are the star tiers and their levels?</summary>

1-3 Star raids are beginner-friendly. 4 Star raids feature all Mega Pokémon (Lv. 150), 5 Star feature Sub-Legendaries / Expedition Legendaries (Lv. 175), 6 Star feature all Legendary Pokémon (Lv. 200), and 7 Star are the new Event / Mythical raids (Lv. 200).

</details>

<details>

<summary>When do I need a Raid Pass?</summary>

A Raid Pass is required for **4 Star and above** raids, where the exclusive item rewards come into play. You do not need a pass for 1-3 Star raids.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What is a Raid Voucher?</summary>

A Raid Voucher lets you start a raid outside of the normal scheduled start times. Vouchers only work when used in the Raid Realm, and are currently available in the server store, with free-to-play methods coming soon.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What is a Golden Raid?</summary>

Every raid has a low chance to spawn as a Golden Raid. Golden Raids have significantly boosted shiny odds and, like all raids, are affected by the Shiny Charm.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I catch the raid boss?</summary>

Yes! Every raid boss is now catchable after the raid. For 4 Star and above raids, you'll need a Raid Pass to make your catch attempt.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Do I lose my Raid Pass if I fail to catch the boss?</summary>

Yes, the Raid Pass is consumed upon attempting to catch the boss, regardless of success. Make sure to use your best Poké Balls and strategies!

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I participate in raids without a Raid Pass?</summary>

Yes! You can participate in raids without a pass. The pass is only required if you want to **attempt to catch** the boss in 4 Star and above raids. You'll still receive raid rewards either way.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Where is the Raid Shop?</summary>

The Raid Shop can now only be accessed in the **Raid Realm**. Use `/shop raid` while in the Raid Realm to browse it.

</details>

<details>

<summary>How do I get Raid Tokens?</summary>

Raid Tokens are earned by participating in and completing raids. The amount varies based on raid difficulty and your contribution.

</details>

***

## Need Help?

If you have questions not covered in this guide:

* 💬 Join our [Discord Server](https://discord.com/invite/cobblemonislands)
* 📚 Check the FAQ Section
* 👥 Ask the community or staff in-game
* 📖 Review the Server Rules


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