Buzzwole Raid Guide – Best Counters, Weakness, CP & Strategy

Raid Boss Overview – Buzzwole

Buzzwole is an Ultra Beast raid boss (Bug/Fighting type) known for its extreme physical bulk and high Attack stat. In raids, it behaves like a tanky damage dealer that punishes unprepared teams.

Why Buzzwole Matters

Ultra Beast Value

• Collection completion (Ultra Beast roster)
• Special events and research tasks
• Limited-time raid rotations

PvE (Raid Utility)

• Very strong Fighting-type attacker
• Useful against:
  • Normal types
  • Rock types
  • Steel types
  • Dark types

PvP Relevance

• Strong niche pick in Ultra League
• High bulk + strong Fighting pressure
• Can punish Dark/Normal-heavy teams

Event Importance

• Ultra Beast raid rotations
• Global events / Go Fest-style rotations

Difficulty Level of Buzzwole Raids

General Difficulty: High (3.5–4/5)

Why It Feels Difficult

Extremely High Defense

• Buzzwole has very strong bulk
• It takes longer to KO than many raid bosses

Strong Fast Damage Output

• Hits hard with Fighting/Bug moves
• Can quickly punish weak counters

Limited Weaknesses

• Fire
• Fairy
• Flying
• Psychic

Difficulty by Team Size

Best Strategy Summary

Best Counters

• Flying attackers (top priority)
• Psychic attackers (safe backup)
• Fire attackers (situational)

Recommended Pokémon examples

• Strong Flying types (e.g., Rayquaza-style attackers)
• Strong Psychic DPS teams

Buzzwole – Move Analysis (PvP + Raids)

Buzzwole is a Fighting / Bug Ultra Beast known for:

• Extremely high Attack
• Solid bulk
• Strong PvP pressure
• Powerful Fighting-type raid role

Fast Moves

Fast moves define Buzzwole’s energy gain and early pressure.

Key Takeaway:

• Counter = mandatory best choice
• Gives:
  • High damage
  • Fast energy gain
  • Perfect synergy with Fighting charged moves

Charged Moves

Buzzwole’s charged moves decide its win conditions.

Best PvP Combo:

• Counter + Superpower + Lunge

Alternative:

• Counter + Power-Up Punch (buff style)

Raid Boss Moves

When Buzzwole appears as a raid boss, these moves matter for counter strategy.

Dangerous Fast Moves

Dangerous Charged Moves

Raid Boss Strategy Insight

What makes Buzzwole dangerous:

• High Attack stat
• Superpower burst damage
• Counter fast move pressure

Best counters types:

• Flying (VERY important)
• Fire (neutral but strong DPS)
• Psychic (situational)

Avoid using:

• Dark types (weak to Bug/Fighting pressure)
• Ice/Rock glass cannons (die fast)

Buzzwole Performance Guide

Buzzwole is a Bug/Fighting Ultra Beast that’s mostly relevant in Pokémon GO for its high Attack + bulky physical profile, but it behaves very differently depending on PvE, PvP, and format.

PvE (Raids & Gyms Offense)

Where it works

• Against:
  • Dark-type raid bosses (like Tyranitar)
  • Normal-type bosses
  • Rock/Steel bosses (situational)

Best moveset

• Counter + Superpower
• Alternative: Lunge (for utility, but lower DPS)

PvE performance summary

• Good Fighting attacker
• Outclassed by:
  • Lucario
  • Conkeldurr
  • Terrakion

Gyms (Attacking & Defending)

As Attacker

• Strong vs Normal/Dark gym defenders
• Fast clearing with Counter + Superpower
• BUT risky due to Flying weakness

As Defender

• Buzzwole is not recommended

Why:

• Weak to common attackers (Flying, Psychic, Fairy)
• Poor defensive typing synergy in gyms
• Easily farmed down

PvP (GO Battle League)

Strengths in PvP

• Bulky Fighting type
• Great pressure with Counter + Lunge
• Can debuff opponent Attack (Lunge effect)

Weaknesses

• 4× weak to Flying → almost auto-loss vs Flyers
• Struggles vs Fairy & Psychic cores
• Needs shields carefully

Great League

• Not available (CP too high)

Ultra League

• Strong anti-Dark role
• Beats:
  • Giratina (some variants)
  • Obstagoon
  • Steel types

Best moveset:

• Counter
• Lunge
• Superpower

Master League

• Too fragile vs legendary meta
• Gets destroyed by Flying dragons:
  • Rayquaza
  • Dragonite
  • Togekiss

Performance in Different PvP Cups

Fighting Cups

• Pure Fighting restrictions help it shine
• One of the better bulky Fighters

Ultra League Premier

• Good but inconsistent
• Needs shield advantage to win

Fantasy / Limited Cups

• Can be strong depending on bans
• Especially when Flying types are restricted

Buzzwole Raid Strategy Guide

Buzzwole is one of the strongest Ultra Beasts in Pokémon GO. Its huge Attack stat and Fighting/Bug typing make it a dangerous raid boss if unprepared.

Raid Difficulty Overview

Best Pokémon Types To Use

Beginner Strategy

Recommended Team

Use any strong Flying Pokémon you own:

• Rayquaza
• Staraptor
• Honchkrow
• Moltres

Beginner Tips

• Dodge charged moves if possible
• Rejoin quickly after fainting
• Use weather boost if windy weather appears

Common Beginner Mistakes

• Using Fighting-types
• Using Dark-types
• Ignoring Flying attackers

Intermediate Strategy

Goal

• Maximize Flying DPS while staying alive.

Recommended Counters

• Mega Rayquaza
• Yveltal
• Shadow Moltres
• Mega Pidgeot

Team Building Tips

• Use Mega boosts wisely
• Coordinate Flying-type megas with teammates
• Avoid weak bulky Pokémon

Advanced Strategy

For optimized raid groups.

Advanced Tactics

Rotate:

• Mega Rayquaza
• Mega Pidgeot

Relobby Optimization

• Pre-build second teams
• Avoid healing during timer loss
• Re-enter instantly

Weather Abuse

• Windy weather massively boosts Flying damage.

Expert Strategy

For hardcore raiders and speed clears.

Best Conditions

• Level 50 Flying attackers
• Best friend bonus
• Windy weather
• Party Power active

Ideal Expert Team

Solo Strategy

Buzzwole is generally NOT solo-friendly.

Duo Strategy

Very Difficult But Possible

Requirements

• Strong Flying-type teams
• Megas coordinated
• High-level friendship bonus

Duo Tips

• Both players should run Flying megas
• Avoid unnecessary dodging
• Use glass cannons for speed

Trio Strategy

Recommended Minimum

• Most experienced players can trio comfortably

Why Trio Works Well

• Double Flying weakness
• Multiple mega boosts possible
• Lower relobby pressure

Weather Strategy

Dangerous Moves To Watch

Buzzwole Raid Counters Guide

Why Buzzwole Is Special

Buzzwole is an Ultra Beast with:

• Extremely high Attack
• Strong Fighting-type moves
• Good raid pressure

Top Counters (Best Overall)

Mega Rayquaza

Why It Dominates

• Absurd Flying-type damage
• Dragon Ascent destroys Buzzwole
• Mega boost helps entire team

Best Moveset

• Air Slash
• Dragon Ascent

Mega Pidgeot

Why It’s Amazing

• Huge Flying boost for teammates
• Easy energy generation
• Consistent damage

Best Moveset

• Gust
• Brave Bird

Shadow Moltres

Why It’s Powerful

• Massive Flying DPS
• Double weakness exploitation

Weakness

• Fragile

Counters By Type Strength

Flying Counters

Why Flying Is Superior

• Buzzwole takes: 256% damage from Flying attacks

Best Flying Counters

Strategy

• Use pure Flying damage for:
  • Fastest clears
  • Lower player requirements
  • Safer raid completion

Fire Counters

Why Fire Works

• Bug typing is weak to Fire.

Best Fire Counters

Psychic Counters

Why Psychic Is Risky

• Fighting is weak to Psychic.

Best Psychic Counters

Fairy Counters

Why Fairy Helps

• Fighting typing is weak to Fairy.

Best Fairy Counters

Dangerous Raid Boss Moves

Most Dangerous Buzzwole Moves

Best Team Strategy

Casual Players

Use:

• Flying Pokémon only

Advanced Players

Combine:

• Mega Rayquaza boost
• Shadow Flying attackers

Quick Counter Tier List

Shiny Comparison – Buzzwole

Buzzwole already looks unusual in its normal form, but its shiny version changes the color palette in a very noticeable way, making it one of the more “stylized” Ultra Beast shinies.

Normal vs Shiny Buzzwole

Normal Buzzwole:

• Deep red body
• Bright green highlights
• Black accents on limbs
• Looks like a “muscle insect” design

Overall feel:

• Aggressive
• High-contrast
• Toxic-strength aesthetic

Shiny Buzzwole:

• Red body changes to dark purple / magenta tone
• Green highlights shift toward yellowish / muted tones
• Overall look becomes:
  • Less “toxic”
  • More “alien / experimental”

Overall feel:

• More futuristic
• Less aggressive red
• Cleaner color balance

Key Visual Differences

Is Shiny Buzzwole Worth It?

Yes, if you are:

• Shiny collector
• Ultra Beast fan
• PvP aesthetic player

Not needed for:

• PvE performance (no stat boost)
• Raid effectiveness

Battle Impact

• No stat difference between normal and shiny
• Same:
  • Moves
  • CP potential
  • Raid performance

Buzzwole

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Shiny Buzzwole

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Evolution & Buddy Distance – Buzzwole

Evolution

Buzzwole is a Ultra Beast Pokémon, and:

• It does NOT evolve into any other Pokémon
• It does NOT evolve from any Pokémon

Buddy Distance

20 km per Candy

What this means in practice

• You must walk 20 km to earn 1 Buzzwole candy
• This is one of the longest buddy distances in the game

Why it matters

Slow candy farming:

• Hard to power up without Rare Candy or raids
• Not beginner-friendly for leveling

Best alternatives:

• Rare Candy from raids
• Walking during long sessions
• Event bonuses (if available)

Best Mega Pokémon Against Buzzwole

Buzzwole is a Bug / Fighting-type Ultra Beast, which makes it very weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy, and Fire-type damage. But in raids, the best Mega choice isn’t just about damage—it’s also about boosting your whole team.

Best Mega Counters

Mega Rayquaza

Mega Rayquaza

• Insane Flying-type DPS (double super effective vs Buzzwole)
• Also boosts Flying attackers in your team
• Extremely fast raid clears

Mega Pidgeot

Mega Pidgeot

• Boosts Flying-type Pokémon
• Easy to use and accessible
• Spammy Flying attacks (Gust / Brave Bird)

Mega Alakazam

Mega Alakazam

• Psychic is super effective vs Fighting typing
• Very high special attack output

Mega Gardevoir

Mega Gardevoir

• Fairy deals neutral but strong consistent damage
• Boosts Fairy attackers for team synergy
• Very safe Mega pick

Mega Charizard Y

Mega Charizard Y

• Fire is strong vs Bug typing
• High DPS with Blast Burn

Type Strategy Against Buzzwole

Avoid

• Bug types (resisted)
• Fighting types (resisted)

Best Mega Strategy

Ideal Team Setup

• Mega Rayquaza (Flying boost)
• Other Flying attackers:
  • Rayquaza
  • Staraptor
  • Honchkrow

Team Bonus Strategy

If you’re raiding with friends:

• 1 player uses Mega Rayquaza
• Others use Flying DPS

How Candy Boost Helps Catching Pokémon – Focus on Buzzwole

Mega Evolution doesn’t just help in battle—it also gives extra Candy bonuses when catching Pokémon. This is one of the most underrated benefits.

What is Candy Boost?

Candy boost refers to getting extra candy or higher candy efficiency when catching Pokémon using certain bonuses like:

• Pinap Berry / Silver Pinap Berry
• Mega Evolution boost
• Event bonuses
• XL Candy chance bonuses (higher level catches)

Why It Matters for Buzzwole

Buzzwole is a Legendary Ultra Beast, so:

• Hard to get candies normally
• Requires a lot of candy to power up
• XL candy is important for PvP/raids

Pinap Berry Boost

Effect:

• 2× candy on catch

Buzzwole Result:

• Normal catch = 3 candy
• With Pinap = 6 candy

Why it matters:

• Faster powering up
• Faster second move unlock
• Less farming raids needed

Mega Evolution Candy Boost

If you have an active Mega Pokémon of a Bug or Fighting type, you get:

• Bonus candy per catch
• Higher XL candy chance

Example:

• Normal catch → 3 candy
• With Mega boost → 4–6 candy

XL Candy Benefit

Higher catch level = better XL chance

• Raid bosses are already high level (20/25)
• Weather boost increases level to 25

Weather Boost Impact

Cloudy Weather:

• Boosts Fighting-type Pokémon like Buzzwole

Effects:

• Higher CP encounter
• Slightly harder catch
• Better XL candy potential

Why Candy Boost is More Important Than Catch Rate

For Buzzwole, the real goal is:

• Not just catching it
• But building a strong PvP/raid version

Candy is needed for:

• Powering up to Level 40/50
• Unlocking second charged move
• Maxing XL builds

Candy Gain Summary

Weaknesses – Buzzwole

Buzzwole is a Bug/Fighting-type Ultra Beast, which gives it very high Attack and bulk—but also some very exploitable weaknesses.

Type Weaknesses

Flying

Why it matters:

• Flying is Buzzwole’s biggest weakness
• It takes massive damage from Flying moves

Best Flying counters:

• Rayquaza
• Staraptor
• Moltres
• Honchkrow

Fairy

Why it matters:

• Fairy hits Fighting typing hard
• Still strong, but not as deadly as Flying

Good Fairy counters:

• Gardevoir
• Togekiss
• Sylveon

Psychic

Why it matters:

• Psychic is strong vs Fighting-type
• Helps counter Buzzwole’s Fighting half

Good Psychic counters:

• Mewtwo
• Metagross
• Espeon

Resistances

Buzzwole resists:

• Bug (very strong resistance)
• Fighting
• Rock
• Grass (partially useful in PvP)

Raid Impact

Biggest threat:

• Flying attackers = fastest win condition

Best raid strategy:

• Stack Flying-type DPS
• Use Mega boosts like:
  • Mega Rayquaza
  • Mega Pidgeot

Resistance Guide – Buzzwole

Buzzwole is a Bug/Fighting-type Ultra Beast, which gives it a very specific set of resistances and weaknesses. Understanding its resistances is important for PvP, raids, and gym battles.

Type Overview

• Type: Bug / Fighting
• Role: High Attack, bulky physical attacker
• Key Strength: Physical tankiness + strong counter pressure

Buzzwole Resistances

Strong Resistances (Takes reduced damage)

What this means in battle

Buzzwole can safely switch into:

• Fighting-type attackers
• Dark-type attackers
• Grass-type raid bosses

Strategic Meaning of Buzzwole’s Resistances

Anti-Fighting Tank

• Resists Fighting moves
• Can mirror other Fighting attackers safely

Dark Counter Utility

• Takes reduced damage from Dark moves
• Can pressure Dark-type Pokémon with Fighting attacks

Grass Matchup Safety

• Comfortable switch into Grass attackers
• Useful in certain PvE raid situations

PvP Insight

In PvP formats:

• Resistances help it survive neutral pressure fights
• But it still struggles if hit by:
  • Flying moves (very dangerous)
  • Psychic nukes

Conclusion – Buzzwole

Buzzwole is a specialist Pokémon, not a general powerhouse. It shines in very specific situations but is not universally dominant. Think of it as a high-pressure Fighting/Bug attacker with niche dominance, rather than an all-round meta king.

Overall Performance Summary

PvE (Raids & Gyms)

• Very strong Fighting-type attacker
• Good damage vs:
  • Dark
  • Normal
  • Rock
  • Steel

Strength:

• High Attack stat
• Strong Fighting moves (like Counter + Superpower/Lunge setups)

Weakness:

• Bug typing is mostly irrelevant offensively
• Outclassed by top Fighting attackers in some cases

PvP (GO Battle League)

• Can perform well in special cups
• Bulky for an attacker
• Applies pressure with Fighting moves

Strength:

• Strong vs Dark and Normal types
• Decent bulk allows longer fights

Weakness:

• Weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy
• Struggles in open Master/Ultra meta

Gyms

• Works well as an attacker
• Not commonly used as defender

Buzzwole Catch CP Guide

Raid Boss CP Range

After defeating Buzzwole in raids, its CP depends on IVs and weather boost:

Normal Weather (No Boost)

• CP Range: 1730 – 1801

Weather Boost (Rainy or Cloudy)

Buzzwole is boosted by:

• Cloudy weather (Fighting-type boost)
• CP Range: 2162 – 2252

100% IV Buzzwole (Perfect Catch CP)

Ideal IV (15/15/15)

• No weather boost: 1801 CP
• Weather boosted: 2252 CP

How to Identify Good Buzzwole

High IV Signs

• CP near top of range (1750+ / 2200+ boosted)
• Consistent excellent throws needed to catch

Important Note

• CP alone is NOT 100% accurate IV check
• Use IV appraisal after catching

Catch Difficulty Tips

Buzzwole is:

• High Attack Ultra Beast
• Moderate catch difficulty

Best Catch Strategy

• Golden Razz Berry every throw
• Curveball throws only
• Aim for Excellent throws
• Wait for attack animation before throwing

Weather Boost for Buzzwole

What is Weather Boost?

In Pokémon GO, weather boost is a mechanic where certain Pokémon become:

• Higher CP (stronger wild/raid encounter)
• Stronger moves in battle
• Slightly harder to catch (for raids)

Buzzwole Weather Boost

It gets weather boosts from:

What Weather Boost Actually Does

Higher CP in Raids & Wild

If Buzzwole is weather boosted:

• It appears at higher CP
• It may have slightly better stats overall feel

Stronger Damage Output

Cloudy Weather

• Boosts Fighting moves like:
  • Counter
  • Superpower
• Makes Buzzwole hit much harder in raids and PvP

Rainy Weather

• Boosts Bug moves like:
  • Lunge
  • Fell Stinger

Raid Catch Bonus Impact

When Buzzwole is weather boosted in raids:

• Higher CP = harder to catch
• You still use:
  • Golden Razz Berries
  • Curveballs
  • Excellent throws

PvE Impact (Raids)

Cloudy Weather = Big Upgrade

Buzzwole becomes:

• Stronger Fighting attacker
• Better vs:
  • Normal
  • Rock
  • Steel
  • Dark
  • Ice

Rainy Weather = Minor Bonus

• Slight Bug-type improvement
• Less useful overall compared to Cloudy boost

PvP Impact

Weather boost in PvP:

• Does NOT directly change stats in battle
• But affects:
  • CP scaling (Great/Ultra League eligibility)
  • Matchups indirectly

Is it worth raiding Buzzwole?

PvE (Raids / Gyms) Value

Not worth for raid attacking

Buzzwole is a Fighting/Bug-type attacker, but:

• Bug type has weak raid relevance
• Fighting attackers are outclassed by:
  • Lucario
  • Conkeldurr
  • Terrakion

PvP Value

Strong in PvP

Buzzwole becomes valuable because of:

• Very high Attack + solid bulk
• Good typing for countering meta threats

Strong against:

• Dark types (Tyranitar, Obstagoon)
• Steel types
• Normal types

Weak against:

• Flying (big weakness)
• Psychic
• Fairy

PvP Role

• Ultra League anti-meta pick
• Safe switch / pressure fighter
• High-damage counter user

Unique Value

Ultra Beast factor

• Part of Ultra Beasts collection
• Needed for Pokédex completion
• Often returns in limited events

Rare typing

• Bug/Fighting is uncommon
• Makes it a niche counter option

When you SHOULD raid Buzzwole

If you want:

• Strong Ultra League Pokémon
• Ultra Beast collection
• Unique PvP meta pick
• Shinies (event hunting)

When you should SKIP it

If your goal is:

• Best raid attackers
• Fast gym clearing teams
• Meta PvE optimization

Personal Raid Experience – Buzzwole Raids

First Impression

When I first joined a raid against Buzzwole, I expected it to be just another Fighting-type boss. But it quickly felt different. Buzzwole has:

• Extremely high defense
• Surprisingly bulky HP
• Strong pressure from Fighting-type moves

It doesn’t feel like a “glass cannon raid boss” — it feels like a tank that refuses to go down quickly.

Battle Experience

Early Phase

• Damage feels normal at first
• Ice and Flying counters start working well
• Team HP stays stable

Mid Battle

• Fast Fighting moves start punishing Steel and Rock attackers
• Charged moves hit harder than expected
• Glass cannons start fainting quickly

Final Phase

• Raid becomes a race against time
• Revives start getting used
• DPS rotations matter more than ever

What Makes Buzzwole Raids Unique

Bulk Over Burst

• Not fast to defeat
• Punishes low DPS teams heavily

Double Weakness Advantage

Buzzwole is weak to:

• Flying
• Fairy
• Psychic

Team Composition Matters More Than CP

Bad team = slow raid, Good team = easy win

Best Raid Feeling

When the team is well-prepared:

• Mega boosts are active
• Flying/Psychic attackers are used
• Dodging is minimal but smart

Common Player Mistakes

• Using Steel/Rock Pokémon (bad idea)
• Ignoring Flying-type attackers
• Not dodging charged moves
• Overestimating DPS without synergy

Unique Insights – Buzzwole

Ultra Beast Tank That Plays Like a Fighter, Not a Bug

Even though Buzzwole is Bug/Fighting, it doesn’t behave like a typical Bug-type attacker.

• Feels like a defensive brawler
• Wins by outlasting + counter-pressure, not burst damage

PvP Power Comes From Bulk, Not Damage

Many players misjudge Buzzwole as a damage dealer.

• It wins PvP by absorbing hits + countering back
• It becomes dangerous only when it survives long enough to spam Charged Moves

It Punishes Normal PvP Core Teams Hard

Buzzwole performs unusually well against common meta structures:

• Dark cores
• Steel + Dark safe swaps
• Neutral bulky Pokémon

Why?

• Fighting typing punishes Dark/Normal
• Bug typing gives niche coverage pressure

Reverse Glass Cannon Problem

Unlike most Ultra Beasts:

• High Attack? Yes
• But also surprisingly usable bulk

Result:?

• It feels like a glass cannon
• But actually survives longer than expected

Energy Advantage Is Its Real Win Condition

Buzzwole is not about raw DPS.

• Winning energy race battles
• Reaching Charged Moves earlier than expected

Ultra Beast Tag Gives Psychological Advantage

In raids and PvP prep:

• Opponents often overprepare for Buzzwole’s damage
• Or underestimate its bulk

Best Role: “Mid-Fight Breaker”

Buzzwole is not:

• Lead specialist
• Safe switch king

Its real role:

• Mid-game breaker
• Punishes weakened teams
• Wins extended fights

FAQ – Buzzwole (Ultra Beast Raid Guide)

What is Buzzwole?

Buzzwole is an Ultra Beast Pokémon introduced from the Ultra Space dimension. It is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokémon known for its extreme physical power and muscular appearance.

• Type: Bug / Fighting
• Role: High Attack raid boss + PvP niche pick
• Category: Ultra Beast

Is Buzzwole strong in Pokémon GO?

Strengths:

• Very high Attack stat
• Strong Fighting-type damage output
• Useful in PvP Ultra League formats

Weaknesses:

• Double weak to Flying-type attacks (major flaw)
• Limited PvE usage compared to top fighters

What are the best counters for Buzzwole?

Since it is Bug/Fighting, it is weak to:

• Flying
• Fire
• Electric
• Ice
• Psychic

Top counters include:

• Flying-type attackers (highest priority)
• Strong Psychic attackers

What is Buzzwole used for?

PvE (Raids)

• Niche Fighting attacker
• Not top-tier compared to Meta Fighters

PvP

• Can be used in Ultra League
• Bulky enough to survive longer fights

Is Buzzwole good in PvP?

Ultra League:

• Strong anti-meta pick
• Good vs Dark, Steel, Normal types

Weak vs:

• Flying types (very dangerous)
• Psychic pressure teams

What is the best moveset for Buzzwole?

PvP / PvE Best Moves:

• Fast Move: Counter
• Charged Moves: Superpower + Lunge

Why this works:

• Counter = fast Fighting damage
• Superpower = heavy burst
• Lunge = lowers opponent Attack

Is Buzzwole worth powering up?

Yes if:

• You need a strong Fighting-type
• You play Ultra League PvP
• You want Ultra Beast collection

No if:

• You already have top Fighters like Lucario or Terrakion
• You only focus on raid DPS meta

Common mistakes with Buzzwole

• Using it vs Flying-type Pokémon
• Ignoring its 4× weakness
• Using it as a top raid attacker
• Not using Lunge in PvP

Simple Summary

Buzzwole is:

• A high Attack Ultra Beast
• Strong but situational Fighter
• Extremely weak to Flying-type counters

Pokédex Entry – Buzzwole

Basic Information

• Pokédex Number: #794
• Category: Swollen Pokémon (Ultra Beast)
• Type: Bug / Fighting
• Generation: Gen 7 (Alola)
• Ultra Beast Code: UB-02 Absorption

Pokédex Description

Buzzwole is an Ultra Beast from another dimension known as Ultra Space. It has an extremely muscular body and is obsessed with flexing its strength. It is said to absorb energy and display it through exaggerated muscle growth, making it one of the most physically imposing creatures in the Pokémon world.

Appearance

• Massive, bodybuilder-like insect form
• Red and black exoskeleton
• Oversized arms used for striking and posing
• Constant “flexing” behavior (signature trait)

Battle Traits

Strengths

• Extremely high physical defense
• Strong Attack stat
• Excellent Fighting-type coverage

Weaknesses

• Flying
• Psychic
• Fire
• Fairy

Battle Style

• Pure physical attacker
• Uses brute force rather than speed
• Excels in close combat scenarios

Pokédex Behavior Notes

• Constantly poses to intimidate opponents
• Believed to “show off” to drain energy from surroundings
• Rarely retreats once engaged in battle

Role

• Raid Attacker: Good Fighting-type DPS
• PvP: Niche but powerful in certain cups
• Best Use: Fighting-type raids (Dark, Normal, Ice, Steel)

Best Moveset

• Fast Move: Counter
• Charged Moves: Superpower + Lunge / Power-Up Punch