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Gyarados, a fearsome Water/Flying-type inPokémon GO, is notorious for its destructive nature and powerful attacks. Originally evolving from the seemingly weak and defenseless Magikarp, Gyarados represents a dramatic transformation in strength and appearance, which is vividly reflected in its serpentine dragon-like body and aggressive demeanor. Known for its rampage capabilities, Gyarados possesses a diverse moveset that can be tailored to both offensive and defensive strategies, making it a versatile combatant in battles.
Mega Gyarados, introduced in Pokémon X and Y through Mega Evolution and returning now to Pokémon GO, shifts from its original Water/Flying typing toWater/Dark. This transformation not only enhances its physical appearance, making it even more intimidating with added spikes and a darker color palette, but it also significantly boosts its stats, particularly its Attack and Defense. The addition of the Dark type provides a strategic advantage, offering new resistances and move opportunities, further increasing its viability in competitive play. Mega Gyarados becomes a more formidable foe with enhanced ferocity and resilience, making it a notable choice for trainers looking for a powerhouse in their lineup.
Mega Gyarados Raid Overview
How to Get Mega Gyarados
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Mega Gyarados CP Ranges and Moves
Normal (Level 20)
1855-1937 CP
1937 CP for 100% IVs
Weather Boosted (Level 25)
2319-2422 CP
2422 CP for 100% IVs
Fast Moves
Charge Moves
Hydro Pump
Dragon Breath (Event)
Dragon Tail (Elite TM)
Dragon Pulse (Elite TM)
Aqua Tail (Elite TM)
Frustration (Shadow)
Return (Purified)
Mega Gyarados Weaknesses
Mega Gyarados is vulnerable to:
Due to it’s new typing, we have several ways to counter Mega Gyarados!
Mega Gyarados Raid Strategy and Trainer Recommendations
Recommended Mega Gyarados Counters
As ever, if you have Shadow variations of the Pokémon listed below, they will be better picks over their normal counterparts. Shadow Pokémon do more damage than their regular counterparts (even with mediocre IVs), so consider taking them for this raid for the extra damage.
Standard Counters
Charge Move
Aura Sphere
Conkeldurr
Dynamic Punch
Flying Press
Fury Cutter
Frenzy Plant
Electivire
Thunder Shock
Wild Charge
Thunderbolt
Power Whip
Legendary Counters
Razor Leaf
Leaf Blade
Keldeo (Ordinary or not)
Sacred Sword
Double Kick
Latios (Mega)
Dragon Breath
Solar Beam
Charge Beam
Groudon (Primal)
Thundurus (Therian)
Volt Switch
Mega Rayquaza
Dragon Tail
Dragon Ascent
Bullet Seed
Nature’s Madness
Shaymin (Sky)
Magical Leaf
Grass Knot
Fairy Wind
Dazzling Gleam
Mega Evolutions
Mega Gardevoir
Mega Blaziken
Focus Blast
Mega Sceptile
Mega Venusaur
Mega Manectric
Thunder Fang
Mega Pinsir
Mega Scizor
Mega Ampharos
Zap Cannon
Mega Beedrill
Mega Lopunny
Mega Alakazam
Mega Abomasnow
Energy Ball
Mega Heracross
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