THE SWAMPERT CHALLENGE
Swampert, the powerful Water/Ground Pokémon, is the star of the current Pokémon GO Mega Raids. From July 8 to July 23, trainers worldwide are gearing up to challenge and defeat Mega Swampert. Here’s everything you need to know about taking on this formidable foe.
Swampert’s Strengths and Weaknesses
Mega Swampert is known for its high Combat Power (CP) of 43,153, with 283 Attack and 218 Defense. This makes it a tough opponent, but it also has clear weaknesses that trainers can exploit.
As a Water/Ground-type Pokémon, he is particularly vulnerable to Grass-type attacks, taking 256% increased damage from them. This makes Grass-type Pokémon the best choice for counters in this raid.
Top Counters for Mega Swampert
To successfully defeat the Mega one, you’ll need a strong team of Grass-type Pokémon. The following counters can be used:
- Mega Sceptile: Bullet Seed, Frenzy Plant
- Mega Venusaur: Vine Whip, Frenzy Plant
- Zarude: Vine Whip, Power Whip
- Kartana: Razor Leaf, Leaf Blade
- Mega Abomasnow: Powder Snow, Energy Ball
Other effective options include Latios with Solar Beam, Chesnaught with Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant, and Tapu Bulu with Bullet Seed and Grass Knot. These Pokémon can deal significant damage to Mega-Swampert, making them essential for your raid team.
Tips for Solo Raids
While it’s recommended to team up with friends for Mega Raids, some trainers prefer to take on the challenge solo. To solo defeat Mega Swampert, you’ll need maxed-out or high-level Grass-type Pokémon. Dodging Mega Swampert’s powerful attacks is crucial to avoid losing your Pokémon too quickly. Moves like Frenzy Plant, Leaf Blade, Solar Beam, and Energy Ball are particularly effective in whittling down Mega Swampert’s health.
If your Pokémon faint during the battle, use items like Max Revives or regular Revives and Potions to get them back in the fight. Maintaining a steady stream of strong attackers is key to overcoming Mega Swampert’s defenses.
Gain a Mega Swampert in Your Team
After successfully defeating Mega Swampert, you’ll receive a Swampert bonus encounter. This is your chance to catch Swampert if you don’t already have one. Additionally, you’ll earn Mega Energy. Collecting 200 Mega Energy will allow you to evolve your Swampert into Mega Swampert, adding a powerful ally to your Pokémon GO team.
The Final Challenge
Swampert’s appearance in Pokémon GO Mega Raids offers an exciting challenge for trainers. With its high CP and strong attacks, defeating Mega Swampert requires strategic planning and powerful Grass-type Pokémon. Whether you’re teaming up with friends or tackling the raid solo, using the right counters and techniques will help you emerge victorious and add Mega Swampert to your roster. So gear up, train hard, and get ready to take on this formidable Pokémon!
Watch here : Raid Guide for Mega Swampert
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