Conquering Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO Mega Raids
Mega Tyranitar, a formidable 5-Star Mega Raid boss in Pokémon GO, demands strategic counter selection. While boasting high Attack, Defense, and HP, its weaknesses are exploitable with the right team.
Mega Tyranitar's Strengths and Weaknesses
Mega Tyranitar is a Rock/Dark type, vulnerable to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type attacks. Fighting-type attacks are particularly effective, dealing 256% damage. However, it resists Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, and Dark-type moves.
| Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses | Strengths | Resistances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mega Tyranitar | Rock/Dark | Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Water, Grass, Ground, Steel | Fire, Ice, Flying, Bug, Psychic, Ghost, Rock, Steel, Fairy, Grass | Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, Dark |
Top Mega Tyranitar Counters
High-Attack Fighting-types are optimal. Consider these Pokémon and their recommended movesets:
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
 Keldeo (Resolute or base) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword |
 Machamp | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Hariyama | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Mega Blaziken | Counter | Focus Blast |
 Conkeldurr | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Toxicroak | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Mega Gallade (or base) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
 Mega Lopunny | Double Kick | Focus Blast |
 Galarian Zapdos | Counter | Close Combat |
 Meloetta (Pirouette) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
Water and Ground-types offer viable alternatives, though with slightly reduced damage output. Prioritize Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) for maximum effectiveness.
Shiny Mega Tyranitar
Shiny Mega Tyranitar is obtainable from 5-Star Mega Raids, but the odds are 1 in 128. A Larvitar Community Day increases the chances of obtaining a Shiny Larvitar, which can be evolved.
