Prepare for Mega Lucario: Raid Day Details and Best Counters
Pokémon GO enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement as the highly-anticipated Mega Lucario makes its debut in the game during the Ultra Unlock: Raid Day on July 27, 2024. This new addition is a dual Fighting and Steel type Pokémon, and trainers are gearing up to take on this formidable Mega Raid Boss.
Understanding Mega Lucario
As a Mega Evolution, Lucario transforms into a more powerful version of itself, boasting enhanced stats and abilities. Trainers can expect to face Mega Lucario with a team of 2 to 4 high-level players, making it a manageable yet challenging encounter.
Catch Rates and CP Values
Once trainers successfully defeat Mega Lucario, they have the opportunity to catch a regular Lucario. The catch rates vary based on the level of the encounter:
- CP range of 1469 – 1544 at Level 20 without any weather boost
- CP range of 1837 – 1930 at Level 25 with Cloudy or Snow weather boost
Top Counters for Mega Lucario
To maximize your chances of defeating Mega Lucario, it’s essential to bring the right Pokémon to the raid. Here’s a list of the best counters, including their moves and overall effectiveness:
| Attacker | Fast Move | Charge Move | Faints | Time to Win (TTW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groudon (Primal) | Mud Shot (Ground) | Precipice Blades (Ground) | 10 | 254s |
| Blaziken (Mega) | Counter (Fighting) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 17 | 243s |
| Lucario (Mega) | Counter (Fighting) | Aura Sphere (Fighting) | 24 | 232s |
| Charizard (Mega Y) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 13 | 215s |
| Garchomp (Mega) | Mud Shot (Ground) | Earth Power (Ground) | 12 | 276s |
| Groudon (Shadow) | Mud Shot (Ground) | Precipice Blades (Ground) | 17 | 276s |
| Excadrill (Shadow) | Mud-Slap (Ground) | Scorching Sands (Ground) | 29 | 260s |
| Blaziken (Shadow) | Counter (Fighting) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 25 | 266s |
| Terrakion | Double Kick (Fighting) | Sacred Sword (Fighting) | 23 | 272s |
| Garchomp (Shadow) | Mud Shot (Ground) | Earth Power (Ground) | 17 | 286s |
| Heracross (Mega) | Counter (Fighting) | Close Combat (Fighting) | 16 | 294s |
| Reshiram | Fire Fang (Fire) | Fusion Flare (Fire) | 15 | 299s |
| Rayquaza (Mega) | Air Slash (Flying) | Dragon Ascent (Flying) | 13 | 307s |
| Charizard (Mega X) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 16 | 298s |
| Keldeo | Low Kick (Fighting) | Sacred Sword (Fighting) | 18 | 295s |
| Darmanitan (Shadow) | Fire Fang (Fire) | Overheat (Fire) | 26 | 279s |
| Machamp (Shadow) | Counter (Fighting) | Dynamic Punch (Fighting) | 25 | 284s |
| Chandelure (Shadow) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Overheat (Fire) | 20 | 294s |
| Hariyama (Shadow) | Counter (Fighting) | Dynamic Punch (Fighting) | 24 | 287s |
| Moltres (Shadow) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Overheat (Fire) | 18 | 301s |
| Charizard (Shadow) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 21 | 297s |
| Entei (Shadow) | Fire Fang (Fire) | Overheat (Fire) | 19 | 303s |
| Ho-Oh (Apex Shadow) | Incinerate (Fire) | Sacred Fire (Fire) | 15 | 319s |
| Blacephalon | Incinerate (Fire) | Mystical Fire (Fire) | 22 | 297s |
| Landorus (Therian) | Mud Shot (Ground) | Sandsear Storm (Ground) | 17 | 313s |
| Infernape (Shadow) | Fire Spin (Fire) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 27 | 293s |
| Typhlosion (Shadow) | Incinerate (Fire) | Blast Burn (Fire) | 25 | 303s |
| Mamoswine (Shadow) | Ice Shard (Ice) | Avalanche (Ice) | 20 | 290s |
Preparing for the Raid
To ensure success in the Mega Lucario raid, trainers should consider the following tips:
- Gather a team of strong Pokémon that counter Mega Lucario’s types effectively.
- Utilize weather boosts to enhance the performance of Fire, Fighting, and Ground type Pokémon.
- Coordinate with other trainers to strategize your attack and maximize damage output.
- Keep an eye on the time and your Pokémon’s health to avoid fainting during the battle.
With the right preparation and strategy, trainers can look forward to an exhilarating experience battling Mega Lucario and potentially adding this powerful Pokémon to their collection.
