How to Unlock 4 and 5 Star TERA Raids

To unlock 4-Star Tera Raids, you need to earn your seventh Gym Badge in Paldea, which can be done in any order, while to unlock 5-Star Tera Raids, you must beat the main story and reach the endgame credits by completing all three storylines: Victory Road, Starfall Street, and Path of Legends, after which Professor Jacq will contact you about the 5-Star Raids. Unlocking these higher-level raids requires progress through the game and, in some cases, completion of specific tournaments or events, showcasing the importance of game progression and raid participation.

Understanding the Unlocking Process

Unlocking 4-Star Tera Raids

Requirements for 4-Star Raids

Earning the seventh Gym Badge is a straightforward process that involves battling and defeating the Gym Leaders across Paldea. This process not only unlocks 4-Star Tera Raids but also contributes to the overall progression of the game, allowing access to more challenging content.

Unlocking 5-Star Tera Raids

Requirements for 5-Star Raids

Completing the main story and reaching the end credits involves finishing the three main storylines. After this milestone, Professor Jacq will inform you about the availability of 5-Star Tera Raids, marking a significant step up in difficulty and challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I know my TERA raid level?

• The raid’s star rating determines the level of the opposing Pokémon, impacting its health and strength. Progressing through the game, particularly defeating Gyms in the Victory Road quest, unlocks Tera Raid Battles with higher stars.

1. Can you solo 4 star Tera raids?

• While it’s possible to solo some 4-Star Tera Raids, especially those with double weaknesses or with the aid of weather boosts, many require at least two trainers due to the challenge level.

1. How hard are 4 star Tera raids?

• Tera Raids are rated from one to seven stars, indicating difficulty. 4-Star Raids are generally manageable for the average player, either solo or with a crew of NPCs, but they mark a point where strategy and team strength become more critical.

1. How do you unlock 6-star Tera raids?

• To unlock 6-Star Tera Raids, you must complete the Academy Ace Tournament at the end of the game, which becomes available after defeating all Gym Leaders a second time, and then win 15 Five-Star Tera Raid Battles.

1. What is the difference between 4 and 5 star Tera raids?

• The primary difference lies in the difficulty level, with 5-Star Tera Raids being significantly more challenging, requiring higher-level Pokémon and better teamwork, and only becoming accessible after completing the main storylines.

1. Can you breed Paradox Pokemon?

• Unfortunately, it is not possible to breed Paradox Pokemon in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, limiting how these unique Pokémon can be acquired or customized.

1. How do you play 5 star raids?

• To succeed in 5-Star Raids, it’s recommended to have Pokémon at level 100, to make smart choices in terms of team composition and strategy, to EV train your Pokémon, and to learn the bosses’ patterns.

1. How do you unlock 7-star Tera raids?

• 7-Star Tera Raids are typically available as part of in-game events after completing the main story, winning post-game gym leader rematches, and beating a number of 5-Star Tera Raid Battles.

1. Why are no 5-star raids spawning?

• 5-Star Raids can only spawn after completing the main story and reaching the end credits. If they are not spawning, it may be due to not meeting this requirement or a glitch in the game.

1. How do you spawn 6-star Tera raids?

   • After completing the Academy Ace Tournament and receiving the notification, doing a significant number of 5-Star Raids will eventually unlock 6-Star Tera Raids.

2. What level should I be for 5-star raids?

   • It’s recommended not to attempt 5-Star Raids until your Pokémon are at least level 75, with level 100 being ideal, and ensuring they are appropriately EV trained and move-set optimized.

3. Can 4 people do a 5-star raid?

   • While the recommended number of trainers for 5-Star Raids can vary, having a team of skilled trainers, often 4 to 10, significantly increases the chances of success, especially for Legendary Pokémon.

4. How do you unlock black crystal Tera raids?

   • Black Crystal Tera Raids become accessible after completing certain post-game events, though players can also participate by joining another trainer’s raid.

5. What is the highest star Tera raid?

   • The highest star rating for Tera Raids is 7-Star, featuring Pokémon at level 100, though these are typically limited to special events.

6. Why am I not getting 6-star raids?

   • If 6-Star Raids are not unlocking, ensure you have completed the Academy Ace Tournament and have won the required number of 5-Star Tera Raid Battles; in some cases, completing the tournament a second time may be necessary to resolve any progression issues.