Ultimate Guide to Beedrill Mega Raids in Pokemon Go: Counters & Weaknesses

While Beedrill has often been overlooked in the Pokémon universe, its Mega Evolution takes it to a whole new level. For Pokémon Go players eager to face off against Mega Beedrill, understanding its weaknesses is crucial for a successful battle strategy.

Mega Beedrill’s heightened Attack and Speed stats transform it into a formidable opponent, especially when utilized effectively as a full Poison-type. As it makes its anticipated return to Mega Raids, trainers have a prime opportunity to add Mega Beedrill to their Pokédex. However, it’s essential to be well-prepared to rise to the challenge.

Understanding Mega Beedrill’s Weaknesses

Mega Beedrill is classified as a dual Bug/Poison-type Pokémon, which makes it particularly vulnerable to specific attack types. Trainers should focus on these four weaknesses to maximize damage:

Fire
Flying
Psychic
Rock

To secure victory, it’s also critical to note Mega Beedrill’s resistances. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Poison, Fighting, and Grass-type moves, as these will hardly affect it.

Top Counters for Mega Beedrill

Here’s a list of highly effective counters you can employ in your battles against Mega Beedrill in Pokémon Go:

Pokémon	Best Moveset
Mega Rayquaza	Air Slash & Dragon Ascent
Mega Charizard Y	Fire Spin & Blast Burn
Shadow Salamence	Fire Fang & Fly
Shadow Mewtwo	Psycho Cut & Psystrike
Heatran	Fire Spin & Magma Storm
Moltres	Fire Spin & Sky Attack
Rhyperior	Smack Down & Rock Wrecker
Gardevoir	Confusion & Psychic
Staraptor	Gust & Fly
Metagross	Zen Headbutt & Psychic

This diverse lineup features a blend of Mega Evolutions, Legendaries, and popular Pokémon, ensuring that trainers of all tiers can engage effectively. For those who might not possess the listed Pokémon, alternatives or their non-Mega forms can still exploit Mega Beedrill’s vulnerabilities. Just ensure your Pokémon are adequately leveled to avoid quick defeats during the battle.

Acquiring Mega Beedrill in Pokémon Go

Mega Beedrill will return to Pokémon Go Mega Raids from November 18, 2024, to November 27, 2024. During this period, it will share the limelight with Mega Ampharos, after which Mega Altaria will take over.

Keep in mind that players cannot capture Mega Evolved Pokémon directly. Instead, you must battle Mega Beedrill to catch its regular form, which can then be evolved into Mega Beedrill using the specified Mega Energy.

Pokémon Go Mega Beedrill Evolution — NIANTIC/DEXERTO

Initially, evolving Beedrill into Mega Beedrill requires 100 Mega Energy. Following this, the energy cost decreases to 20, then 10, and eventually down to just 5.

Beyond Mega Raids, players can stock up on Mega Energy through Special or Field Research tasks or by walking with a previously Mega Evolved Beedrill as their Buddy.

Mega Beedrill CP Stats

It’s essential to note that the Combat Power (CP) of Mega Beedrill during raid battles differs from the CP of its captured form. Variations in weather can also affect these statistics.

Raid Boss CP	38,516
CP Range Upon Capture	1846 – 1933
CP Range in Rain/Cloudy Weather	2308 – 2416
Field and Special Research CP Range	1385 – 1450
Maximum CP for Mega Beedrill (Level 50)	3824

Is Shiny Mega Beedrill Available?

Yes, players can find a Shiny variant of Mega Beedrill in Pokémon Go. Engaging with this powerful Pokémon multiple times during its Mega Raid appearances enhances your chances of encountering its shiny form.

Shiny Mega Beedrill in Pokémon Go — NIANTIC/DEXERTO

Shiny Mega Beedrill is easily recognizable, featuring a vivid green body and bold blue eyes, which typically appear yellow and red. If you are unable to find Mega Beedrill, you can evolve a regular Shiny Beedrill into its Mega form by following the necessary evolution steps. Do note that encountering shiny Pokémon can be quite rare in general.

With this comprehensive guide, you are now equipped to counter Mega Beedrill effectively in Pokémon Go. For further assistance, explore additional guides, including the Spotlight Hour schedule and event calendar, or dive into more details regarding Mega Evolutions, cost structures, and other Pokémon dynamics.

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