Ultimate Guide to Pokemon Go Mega Mawile Raids: Weaknesses and Top Counters

It’s time for Mega Mawile to make its debut as one of the latest Mega Evolutions available in Pokemon Go, and it will do so with its own special Raid Day event. Discover the best counters to bring to battle to quickly defeat this formidable Pokémon.

Mawile, the Steel/Fairy-type Pokémon from Generation 3, has been in Pokemon Go since 2017. However, it’s only now that its Mega Evolution will be introduced in the game as part of a dedicated event.

The Mega Mawile Raid Day will occur on October 12, 2024. If you’re excited about the prospect of challenging and overcoming this powerful Pokémon, here are its weaknesses and top counters.

Mega Mawile Weaknesses in Pokemon Go

As a dual Steel/Fairy-type Pokémon, Mega Mawile is particularly vulnerable to Fire and Ground-type moves. Utilizing these types of attacks will allow you to inflict significant damage on it.

However, it is crucial to be aware of Mega Mawile’s numerous resistances, which include Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, and Rock type attacks.

Best Counters for Mega Mawile

Below are some of the top Pokémon to use against Mega Mawile during this Raid Day:

POKEMON	BEST MOVESET
Primal Groudon	Mud Shot & Precipice Blades
Mega Charizard Y	Fire Spin & Blast Burn
Mega Blaziken	Fire Spin & Blaze Kick
Shadow Heatran	Fire Spin & Magma Storm
Shadow Chandelure	Fire Spin & Overheat
Moltres	Fire Spin & Overheat
Landorus Therian Forme	Mud Shot & Sandsear Storm
Garchomp	Mud Shot & Earth Power
Excadrill	Mud Shot & Scorching Sands
Swampert	Mud Shot & Earthquake

Our suggestions include a range of Pokémon, covering Megas, Legendaries, Shadow Pokémon, and more common varieties, ensuring options for trainers of all skill levels. If you don’t have access to them, consider utilizing your strongest Pokémon that can exploit Mega Mawile’s weaknesses.

Keep in mind that while the Pokémon mentioned are highly effective against Mega Mawile, they should be properly leveled up and taught the right moves to ensure victory.

How to Obtain Mega Mawile in Pokemon Go

Players will have the chance to challenge Mega Mawile in Mega Raids on Saturday, October 12, 2024, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM local time. Please note that catching Mega Evolutions is not possible in Pokemon Go.

After you successfully defeat Mega Mawile, you’ll have the opportunity to capture a standard Mawile. You can then Mega Evolve it using Mega Energy. Initially, 200 Mega Energy will be needed, but the cost will gradually reduce to 40, 20, and ultimately 10 for subsequent evolutions.

Players can collect Mega Energy by defeating Mega Raid bosses, completing special research tasks, or by walking with specific Pokémon as their Buddy.

Can Mega Mawile be Shiny?

Yes, Mega Mawile can be Shiny in Pokemon Go, and this special Shiny variant will be released on the same day as its Raid Day.

pokemon go shiny mega mawile — NIANTIC/DEXERTO

The traditional black jaws of Mega Mawile will change to a dark cherry red, while its usual cherry red pants will become purple.

Keep in mind that the chances of encountering a Shiny Pokémon are quite low, and there are no guaranteed methods to secure one on your first try.

For further information on Mega Evolutions, be sure to check out our comprehensive guide covering costs, bonuses, as well as a full list of missing Mega Evolutions from the game.

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