Conquering Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO Mega Raids
Mega Tyranitar, a formidable 5-Star Mega Raid boss, demands strategic counter selection. While boasting high Attack, Defense, and HP, its weaknesses are exploitable with the right Pokémon team.
Mega Tyranitar's Strengths and Weaknesses
Mega Tyranitar is a dual Rock/Dark type, vulnerable to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type attacks. Fighting-type moves are particularly effective, dealing 256% 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 ideal. Top contenders include Keldeo, Conkeldurr, and Machamp. The table below lists excellent counters and their recommended movesets:
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
| Keldeo | 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 | Low Kick | Close Combat |
| Mega Lopunny | Double Kick | Focus Blast |
| Galarian Zapdos | Counter | Close Combat |
| Meloetta (Piro.) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
Water and Ground types provide effective backup, though their damage output is lower. Prioritize same-type attack bonus (STAB) for maximum effectiveness.
Shiny Mega Tyranitar
Shiny Mega Tyranitar is obtainable from 5-Star Mega Raids, but the odds are 1 in 128. Larvitar Community Days offer a higher chance of obtaining a Shiny Larvitar, which can be evolved.
Conclusion
By leveraging Fighting-type Pokémon with optimal movesets and understanding Mega Tyranitar's weaknesses, trainers can significantly increase their chances of victory in Mega Raids. Remember to utilize STAB for a significant damage boost.
