Pokemon Go Mega Ampharos Raid guide: Weaknesses & best counters
DEXERTOMega Ampharos is a tough Mega Raid opponent to beat in Pokemon Go, but with the correct counters and movesets, any trainer can succeed in taking the Electric/Dragon-type Pokemon down.
For trainers looking for a real challenge in Pokemon Go, there’s nothing better than taking on Mega Pokemon in Raids. While these incredibly powerful creatures will require multiple high-level players to take down, the rewards are certainly worth it.
Mega Ampharos won’t go down without a fight. However, with the correct counters and movesets, you’ll stand a great chance of coming out on top. So, here they are.
Mega Ampharos weaknesses in Pokemon Go
Mega Amparos is a dual Electric/Dragon-type Pokemon, which means it’s weak against Dragon, Fairy, Ground, and Ice-type attacks, so selecting a team that can wield those types of moves is the best way to secure a win.
On the other hand, this strong creature has many resistances you might want to avoid, including Fire, Flying, Grass, Steel, Water, and Electric.
Mega Ampharos best counters
Here are some of the best counters for defeating Mega Ampharos in Niantic’s game:
| POKEMON | SPRITE | BEST MOVESET |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Rayquaza |  | Dragon Tail & Breaking Swipe |
| Primal Groudon |  | Mud Shot & Precipice Blades |
| Mega Garchomp |  | Dragon Tail & Outrage |
| Mega Salamence |  | Dragon Tail & Draco Meteor |
| Shadow Dragonite |  | Dragon Tail & Outrage |
| Shadow Excadrill |  | Mud-Slap & Scorching Sands |
| Landorus Therian Forme |  | Mud Shot & Sandsear Storm |
| Haxorus |  | Dragon Tail & Breaking Swipe |
| Gardevoir |  | Charm & Dazzling Gleam |
| Mamoswine |  | Mud-Slap & Avalanche |
We’ve included a mix of Megas, Legendaries, Shadow, and more common Pokemon in the table above so there should be something for trainers of all levels.
If you don’t have any of the Pokemon recommended, you can go for their alternative forms or just get your strongest Pokemon that target Mega Ampharos’ weaknesses with matching movesets.
How to get Mega Ampharos in Pokemon Go
The cute-looking Mega Ampharos is currently back in Pokemon Go Mega Raids along with Mega Beedrill and will stay until November 27, 2024. Then, they will both be replaced by Mega Altaria.
However, just like every other Mega Evolution in Niantic’s mobile game, you can’t catch Mega Ampharos. Instead, you’ll have to fight and defeat Mega Ampharos in a Mega Raid battle for a chance to catch its regular form. Then, you must gather the required amount of Mega Energy to trigger this special form for a limited time.
NIANTIC/DEXERTOThe first time you Mega Evolve Ampharos, you’ll require 200 Mega Energy. Then, the cost will drop to 40, 20, and finally 10. Besides Mega Raids, players can gather such resource by completing Special or Field Research tasks or by setting a previously Mega Evolved Ampharos as their Buddy and walking around.
Mega Ampharos CP in Pokemon Go
As with every Raid Boss in the game, the CP Mega Ampharos has during a Mega Raid battle won’t be the same once you manage to catch its regular form. Plus, certain types of weather can increase such CP.
| Raid Boss CP | 43,282 |
| CP range once captured | 2332 – 2426 |
| Rainy/Windy weather CP range | 2915 – 3032 |
| Field and Special Research CP range | 1749 – 1819 |
| Mega Ampharos max CP (Level 50) | 4799 |
Can Mega Ampharos be Shiny?
Yes, Mega Ampharos can be Shiny in Pokemon Go and players can increase their chances of finding one by challenging this Mega Raid boss multiple times.
NIANTIC/DEXERTOShiny Mega Ampharos can be recognized by its pink body, which is usually a bright yellow, and the blue spheres on its forehead and tail. This look makes the cute Pokemon even cutter, so it’s no surprise that many users want this special version for their collections.
However, if you cannot find a Shiny Mega Ampharos, a regular Shiny Ampharos will do the trick once you gather the required Mega Energy to Mega Evolve it.
That’s all you need to know to properly counter Mega Ampharos in Pokemon Go. Check out some more guides including the Spotlight Hour schedule and event calendar, and for more on Mega Evolutions, check the costs and bonuses, as well as the Mega Evolutions missing from the game.