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The Psychic Spectacular event is about to go live in Pokemon GO. It promises sweet treats for players, such as the chance to encounter Shiny Solosis for the first time in Niantic's mobile game. However, before that, one of the strongest Psychic-types in the game, Mega Gardevoir, is coming back to raids. These Mega Raids will be available from 10 am local time on September 16, 2023, to 10 am local time on October 6, 2023.
This is a great chance for Trainers to get their hands on some Mega Energy and obtain a Mega Gardevoir if you missed the critter during its February debut. However, Mega Raids are one of the toughest challenges in Pokemon GO, and you should do your research before participating in them.
This article has you covered on all bases with respect to the ongoing Mega Gardevoir raid in Pokemon GO. While it is a very formidable opponent, the Pokemon has its fair share of weaknesses that can be exploited. Here is how you should prepare to effectively counter it.
Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the opinions of the writer
Mega Gardevoir's weaknesses in Pokemon GO
Mega Gardevoir is a Psychic and Fairy-type pocket monster, which means it resists Dragon, Fighting, and Psychic-type moves. It is weak to Ghost, Poison, and Steel-type attacks and takes neutral (1x) damage from all other types.
Being a Mega Raid Boss, Mega Gardevoir will have a Raid Boss CP of 50,532, and it is advisable that you go in with at least two or three other trainers to make sure you come out victorious. That said, you may try to take it down solo.
Mega Gardevoir Raid Boss' Fast Moves include Confusion, Charge Beam, and Charm. For Charged Moves, the pocket monster will have Psychic, Shadow Ball, and Dazzling Gleam.
Best counters to Mega Gardevoir in Pokemon GO
Since the Pokemon can use Shadow Ball as a Charged Move, taking Steel or Poison-types will be your safest option. You can also take strong Ghost types but might be vulnerable if the Mega Gardevoir hits you with Shadow Ball.
The best Shadow Pokemon for Mega Gardevoir raids are:
- Shadow Metagross: Bullet Punch - Meteor Mash
- Shadow Scizor: Bullet Punch - Iron Head
- Shadow Steelix: Iron Tail - Heavy Slam
You may consider using the Pokemon mentioned below with these Fast and Charged moves to easily defeat Mega Gardevoir:
- Mega Gengar: Lick - Shadow Ball
- Mega Aggron: Iron Tail - Heavy Slam
- Mega Scizor: Bullet Punch - Iron Head
- Mega Venusaur: Vine Whip - Sludge Bomb
- Mega Beedrill: Poison Jab - Sludge Bomb
Some good non-Mega Evolution options and their Fast and Charged attacks are:
- Excadrill: Metal Claw - Iron Head
- Metagross: Bullet Punch - Meteor Mash
- Nihilego: Poison Jab - Sludge Bomb
- Chandelure: Hex - Shadow Ball
After you beat Mega Gardevoir in the Raid, you will be able to catch it at a lowered CP of 1,688-1,767 CP in the absence of any weather boost. However, if the weather is cloudy or windy, you will be able to find one between 2,110-2,209 CP.
Shiny variants of Mega Gardevoir will also be available during the event and you will encounter them after you have defeated the Raid Boss, but only if you are lucky. Following this guide will ensure that you are set up for success as you enter the Mega Raid in Pokemon GO.
