How to beat Mega Lucario Raid in Pokemon Go
Niantic/The Pokemon CompanyMega Lucario is an icon of the franchise and it will finally make its Pokemon Go debut in a special Ultra Unlock: Raid Day event.
With such a powerful Mega Evolution in Raid battles, you’ll need a team of strong Pokemon to take it down easily.
So, here are the recommended counters to beat Mega Lucario Raids, along with its weaknesses, moveset, and shiny odds.
Best counters for Pokemon Go Mega Lucario Raid
- Primal Groudon – Mud Shot and Precipice Blades
- Mega Blaziken – Counter and Blast Burn
- Mega Charizard Y – Fire Spin and Blast Burn
- Terrakion – Double Kick and Sacred Sword
- Shadow Excadrill – Mud-Slap and Scorching Sands
While Mega Lucario isn’t tanky, it hits hard thanks to its excellent offensive moves. So, dodging is recommended if you want your counters to last longer in the battle.
Along with the species listed, you can also try other options in Pokemon Go, such as Reshiram, Shadow Machamp, Landorus Therian, Blacephalon, and Shadow Groudon.
NianticHow to get Mega Lucario in Pokemon Go
You can get Mega Lucario in Pokemon Go by catching its regular form after the Raid and then using 200 Mega Energy. These battles will take place on July 27, 2024, from 11 AM to 5 PM local time.
During this time, all Gyms around your location will host this Mega Boss, making it quicker to collect the required Mega Energy.
Mega Lucario weaknesses
Mega Lucario is weak to Fighting, Fire, and Ground-type attacks.
Make sure you use high-level counters to deal maximum damage to the Raid Boss. Also, lead with a Mega-evolved Pokemon to boost the damage output of your teammates. Around two to four trainers are enough to defeat it.
Mega Lucario moveset
Fast Moves
Force Palm is a new attack and will be available for any Lucario caught during the Raid Day event. This Fast Move has the following stats in Pokemon Go:
- Go Battle League: 13 power
- Gyms and Raids: 9 power
Charged Moves
- Aura Sphere (Fighting)
- Power-Up Punch (Fighting)
- Close Combat (Fighting)
- Flash Cannon (Steel)
- Shadow Ball (Ghost)
- Blaze Kick (Fire)
- Thunder Punch (Electric)
The Pokemon CompanyCan Mega Lucario be shiny in Pokemon Go?
Yes, Mega Lucario can be shiny. The odds of getting shinies from Mega Raids are usually 1 in 64 encounters but you can enjoy higher odds of 1 in 10 during this Raid Day event.
Also, any shiny encounter after a Mega Raid is a guaranteed catch. So, be sure to use Pinap Berries for bonus Candy.
Remember that Mega Lucario boasts one of the highest damage figures in Pokemon Go, and will be a top counter to Dark, Fairy, Ice, Normal, Rock, and Steel-type opponents.