Pokemon GO Mega Gallade Raid Strategy: Top Counters, Shiny Forms, and Catching Tips

This January, the Pokémon GO community can eagerly anticipate the arrival of Mega Gallade, which is set to introduce an exciting new challenge in Mega Raids. Fans of the Ralts family will find this new addition particularly noteworthy, as it represents the pinnacle of their evolutionary line. Though Mega Gallade may not dominate every battle due to its dual Psychic/Fighting typing, it remains a valuable addition to your collection.

Stats for Mega Gallade in Pokémon GO

Mega Gallade boasts significant offensive capabilities, although its defensive properties are a bit lacking. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of its key statistics:

Stat	Value
Max CP	5,112
Attack	326
Defense	230
Stamina	169

Weaknesses and Resistances of Mega Gallade

To successfully counter Mega Gallade, it’s essential to understand its weaknesses and resistances. As a Psychic/Fighting-type Pokémon, it has specific vulnerabilities that can be exploited:

Weaknesses (Takes 160% damage):

Fairy-type
Flying-type
Ghost-type

Resistances (Takes 63% damage):

Fighting-type
Rock-type

Top Counters for Mega Gallade

To defeat Mega Gallade effectively, consider employing these high-performing counters. Make sure to power them up for optimal performance:

Pokémon	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Rayquaza	Air Slash	Dragon Ascent
Dawn Wings Necrozma	Psycho Cut	Moongeist Beam
Mega Gardevoir	Charm	Dazzling Gleam
Mega Salamence	Dragon Tail	Fly
Mega Gengar	Lick	Shadow Ball

Catching Mega Gallade in Pokémon GO

After successfully defeating Mega Gallade in a raid, you will have the opportunity to encounter its base form. Here’s what you can expect in terms of CP:

Standard encounters: 2,485 – 2,583 CP
Weather boosted (Windy/Cloudy): 3,106 – 3,230 CP

To enhance your catching chances, utilize Golden Razz Berries and aim for Excellent curveball throws. Patience is key, as Gallade can be quite active during the catch phase. Prepare to team up with 3-5 high-level trainers equipped with optimal counters for a smooth raid experience.

Additionally, if you wish to Mega Evolve your own Gallade, you’ll need to collect 200 Mega Energy for the initial evolution. This energy can be gathered by participating in Mega Raids. After the first evolution, future Mega Evolutions will require less energy.

Is it Possible to Obtain a Shiny Mega Gallade?

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Indeed! You can capture a shiny version of Gallade from Mega Raids. The shiny variant showcases a captivating blue and white color palette, contrasting with the traditional green and white. Although the shiny rate in Mega Raids isn’t guaranteed, your chances are generally improved compared to regular wild encounters.

Make sure to take full advantage of the raid event from January 16 to 24 to accumulate Mega Energy and potentially secure a shiny Gallade. Are you prepared for this challenge? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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