Zacian is back in Pokémon GO Raids.
Zacian is back in Pokémon GO Raids. It has been a long time since we've had access to Zacian, and it is a really powerful Pokémon to have. It scores incredibly well as a Fairy-type attacker and is also incredibly relevant in the Master League.
In addition, this is the official Shiny debut for Zacian. This isn't just a Pokémon GO Shiny debut, but is the first time you can get the Shiny form of Zacian in any Pokémon game ever.
So, here's what you need to take on Zacian in Pokémon GO:
Best Zacian counters in Pokémon GO:
Zacian has a weakness to just two types of attacks, Poison and Steel-types. Zacian has resistances to Bug, Dark and Fighting-type attacks as well as a double resistance to Dragon-types.
Here are the best Zacian counters in Pokémon GO:
 Dusk Mane Necrozma Metal Claw & Sunsteel Strike |  Mega Gengar Shadow Claw & Sludge Bomb |  Dawn Wings Necrozma Metal Claw & Moongeist Beam |  Mega Rayquaza Air Slash & Dragon Ascent |  Dialga Metal Claw & Iron Head |  Origin Forme Dialga Metal Claw & Iron Head |  Primal Groudon Mud Shot & Precipice Blades |  Excadrill Metal Claw & Iron Head |  Metagross Bullet Punch & Meteor Mash |  Primal Kyogre Waterfall & Origin Pulse |  Melmetal Thunder Shock & Double Iron Bash |  Jirachi Charge Beam & Doom Desire |
There are several strong Pokémon that you can use to take on Zacian in Pokémon GO. If you played Pokémon GO Fest 2024, you will be well set for this Raid. Both Dawn Wings Necrozma and Dusk Mane Necrozma are fantastic Zacian counters. Even better is these Pokémon are incredibly strong, but aren't Mega Pokémon. That means you can team them up with a powerful Mega Pokémon like Mega Gengar.
For budget options, Metagross is a good choice. The recent Beldum Community Day means all Trainers should have a couple of Metagross with the powerful Meteor Mash move. Then, Excadrill is also another good option. Drilbur is spawning everywhere during Max Out so this should also be a readily avaliable option.
Can Zacian be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes, for the first time in any Pokémon game Zacian can be shiny in Pokémon GO.
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Mega Evolutions to get you more Zacian candy in Pokémon GO
Mega Evolutions can help you get more candy and XL candy with every catch. Having a mega level 3 active that boosts candy for Fairy-types will give you an extra 2 candy per catch, as well as a 25% bonus to your XL candy chance.
Here are the Pokémon you can Mega Evolve to get more Zacian candy in Pokémon GO:
- Gardevoir
- Altaria
- Diancie
How many trainers do I need to beat Zacian in Pokémon GO?
Zacian is a tough Raid in Pokémon GO. High level Trainers will need to be at least in a group of three to take on this Raid. This will be easier if you're in-person and you're using Party Play.
Otherwise, for lower level trainers or those looking to play it safe aim for a group of six Trainers or more to take on the Raid.
What is the Zacian Pokémon GO 100% IV?
Here are the 100% IV CP values that mean you have a perfect Zacian after the Raid:
- 2188 CP
- 2735 CP (Weather boost)
Weather Effects:
Weather boost can help you save candy, get better IVs and benefit from power boosts on your team. Here are the weather effects to keep an eye on when taking on these raids.
Weather | Pro | Con |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny | - | - |
| Windy | - | - |
| Partly Cloudy | - | Zacian's Normal-type moves will be boosted. |
| Cloudy | Zacian will be a higher CP when caught. Your Poison-type Pokémon will be boosted. | Zacian's Fairy and Fighting-type moves will be boosted. |
| Snow | Your Steel-type Pokémon will be boosted. | - |
| Rainy | - | Zacian's Electric-type move will be boosted. |
| Fog | - | - |
Keep your eye out for Cloudy weather if you want higher CP Zacian after the Raid.
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