| Best Pokémon Counters: Mega Tyranitar | Weaknesses | Effectiveness |
Conquering Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO: A Comprehensive Guide
Mega Tyranitar, a formidable 5-Star Mega Raid boss in Pokémon GO, demands a strategic approach. Its high Attack, CP, and Defense stats require careful counter selection to exploit its vulnerabilities. This guide details the best Pokémon and strategies to defeat this powerful opponent.
Mega Tyranitar's Strengths and Weaknesses
Mega Tyranitar is a dual Rock/Dark type, making it weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type attacks. Fighting-type moves are particularly effective, dealing 256% super-effective damage. Conversely, it resists Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, and Dark-type moves.
Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses | Strong Against | Resistances |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mega Tyranitar | Rock/Dark | Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Water, Grass, Ground, Steel | Fire, Ice, Flying, Bug, Psychic, Ghost, Rock, Steel, Fairy, Grass | Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, Dark |
Optimal Mega Tyranitar Counters
High-Attack Fighting-type Pokémon are your best bet. Top contenders include Keldeo, Conkeldurr, Machamp, and several others detailed below:
Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
---|---|---|
Keldeo (Resolute or base form) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword |
Machamp | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
Hariyama | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
Mega Blaziken | Counter | Focus Blast |
Conkeldurr | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
Toxicroak | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
Mega Gallade (or base form) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
Mega Lopunny | Double Kick | Focus Blast |
Galarian Zapdos | Counter | Close Combat |
Meloetta (Pirouette form) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
Water and Ground types offer viable alternatives, though their damage output is lower. Remember the 20% Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) for optimal effectiveness.
Shiny Mega Tyranitar
Yes, a Shiny Mega Tyranitar can be encountered after defeating it in a Mega Raid. However, the odds are 1 in 128. A Larvitar Community Day increases your chances of obtaining a Shiny Larvitar, which you can then evolve.
Conclusion
Prioritize Fighting-type Pokémon with STAB for maximum damage against Mega Tyranitar. Remember to utilize your team effectively and good luck obtaining that Shiny!
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