Get ready to take on Zamazenta in Pokémon GO.
Zamazenta is finally back in Pokémon GO Raids from October 4 until October 14. This is a very powerful Pokémon that hasn't been seen in the game for some time. It sits very well in the Fighting and Steel-type categories and is well worth Raiding for.
In addition, this is the first time in Pokémon GO that you'll be able to encounter a shiny Zamazenta in the game.
Here's everything you need to know before you take on Zamazenta in Pokémon GO.
Best Zamazenta counters in Pokémon GO:
Zamazenta has a weakness to Fairy, Flying and Psychic-type Pokémon. Additionally, it has a resistance to Bug, Dark and Rock-type attacks.
Here are the best counters to use when taking on Zamazenta in Pokémon GO.
 Mega Rayquaza Air Slash & Dragon Ascent |  Rayquaza Air Slash & Dragon Ascent |  Mega Alakazam Psycho Cut & Psychic |  Mewtwo Psycho Cut & Psystrike |  Meta Latios Zen Headbutt & Psychic |  Mega Gardevoir Confusion & Dazzling Gleam |  Dusk Mane Necrozma Psycho Cut & Sunsteel Strike |  Dawn Wings Necrozma Psycho Cut & Moongeist Beam |  Mega Salamence Dragon Tail & Fly |  Mega Pidgeot Air Slash & Brave Bird |  Galarian Articuno Psycho Cut & Brave Bird |  Tapu Lele Confusion & Natures Madness |
There are lots of great Pokémon to use to take on Zamazenta in Pokémon GO. This includes the very powerful Mega Rayquaza. In theory, if you have enough Rayquaza's with Dragon Ascent you don't need any other Pokémon to take on this Raid with. Dragon Ascent is such a powerful Flying-type move that nothing is better to fight Zamazenta with.
However, most Trainers probably don't have that many Meteorites. So, other strong choices are Pokémon like Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma. They were both avaliable during GO Fest Global, so hopefully you have one each of these to use.
For some budget options, consider Pokémon like Salamence, Braviary and Metagross.
Can Zamazenta be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes, for the first time ever, Zamazenta can be shiny in Pokémon GO.
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Mega Evolutions to get you more Zamazenta 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 Fighting-types will give you an extra 2 candy per catch, as well as a 25% bonus to your XL candy chance.
Here are the Mega Pokémon you can use to get more Zamazenta candy in Pokémon GO:
- Heracross
- Blaziken
- Medicham
- Lopunny
- Lucario
How many trainers do I need to beat Zamazenta in Pokémon GO?
You will need at least three Trainers to beat Zamazenta in Pokémon GO. This will require high level trainers, good counters and potentially some patience.
For lower level trainers, or those that want to play it safe, aim for a group of six or more Trainers.
What is the Zamazenta Pokémon GO 100% IV?
Here are the CP values to look out for when hunting that all important 100% IV Zamazenta:
- 2188 CP
- 2735 CP (Weather boosted)
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 | Your Flying and Psychic-type attacks will do more damage. | - |
| Partly Cloudy | - | - |
| Cloudy | Zamazenta will be a higher CP when caught. Your Fairy-type attacks will do more damage. | Zamazenta's Fighting-type attacks will do more damage. |
| Snow | - | - |
| Rainy | - | - |
| Fog | - | Zamazenta's Steel-type attacks will do more damage. |
Keep your eye out for Cloudy weather in Pokémon GO if you want a higher CP Zamazenta after your Raid.
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