Quick facts
Species: Toxtricity (Gigantamax)
Type: Electric / Poison
Primary weaknesses: Ground, Psychic
Recommended lobby: 15–20 trainers
Gigantamax Toxtricity shreds the battlefield with electrifying moves and punk-rock energy. This Electric/Poison-type raid boss is a mix of fast attacks and heavy charged moves, making it a formidable opponent for unprepared trainers.
Table of Contents
Weakness Best Pokemon Best Gigantamax Counters Dynamax & Support Picks Moveset Weather Effects Size Rewards FAQsOverview
Toxtricity’s Gigantamax form amplifies its Electric/Poison identity: expect stronger Electric STABs, hard-hitting Poison coverage and potentially new G-Max moves that apply additional status-style effects. In raids the boss mixes high special output with medium-high attack—so your raids should prioritize Electric- and Ground/Fighting-resisting tactics depending on moves. Because Gigantamax increases HP massively, consistent EPS and repeatable charged-move value are more important than one-shot nukes.
Pro tip: Toxtricity commonly threatens with Electric (Volt Switch / Overdrive styles) and Poison (Sludge Wave / Sludge Bomb) — protect fragile glass-cannons and lean on bulky Water or Ground counters if needed.
Weakness & Typing
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Weak to |
 Ground •
 Psychic
|
| Resists |
 Bug •
 Electric •
 Fairy •
 Fighting •
 Flying •
 Grass •
 Poison •
 Steel
|
| Note | G-Max residual shocks create short-duration chaining fields — burst DPS that leaves the field can still take damage from lingering ticks. Prefer high single-strike Ground moves or sustained Psychic counters that can avoid repeated fainting. If your group lacks Ground specialists, heavy Electric-resisting tanks (e.g., Snorlax with Replenish style) help soak G-Max windows. |
Pro tip: Using strong Ground-type Pokémon is key to dealing serious damage.
Best Pokemon
Gigantamax-type Counters
- Inteleon (Water Gun / G-Max Hydrosnipe)
- Gengar (Sucker Punch / G-Max Terror)
- Orbeetle (Struggle Bug / G-Max Gravitas)
Dynamax-type Counters
- Espeon (Zen Headbutt / Max Mindstorm)
- Excadrill (Mud-Slap / Max Quake)
- Kabutops (Mud Shot / Max Quake)
- Kingler (Mud Shot / Max Quake)
Best Gigantamax Counters
Gigantamax Pokémon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Gigantamax counters with short notes on why they excel vs G-Max Toxtricity.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Gigantamax Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gigantamax Inteleon | Pound, Water Gun | G-Max Hydrosnipe | Shadow Ball, Water Pulse, Surf | - | Pound(6) and G-Max Hydrosnipe(350) |
| Gigantamax Gengar | Sucker Punch, Shadow Claw, Hex | G-Max Terror | Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Focus Blast, Drain Punch | Lick, Dark Pulse, Shadow Punch, Sludge Wave, Psychic | Hex(8) and G-Max Terror(350) |
| Gigantamax Orbeetle | Confusion, Struggle Bug | G-Max Gravitas | Bug Buzz, Psychic | - | Confusion(19) and G-Max Gravitas(350) |
| Gigantamax Kingler | Metal Claw, Bubble | G-Max Foam Burst | Vise Grip, X-Scissor, Water Pulse, Crabhammer, Razor Shell | Mud Shot | Bubble(10) and G-Max Foam Burst(350) |
| Gigantamax Duraludon | Metal Claw, Dragon Tail | G-Max Depletion | Hyper Beam, Flash Cannon, Dragon Claw | - | Dragon Tail(14) and G-Max Depletion(350) |
| Gigantamax Cinderace | Tackle, Fire Spin | G-Max Fireball | Flamethrower, Flame Charge, Focus Blast | - | Fire Spin(13) and G-Max Fireball(350) |
| Gigantamax Grimmsnarl | Bite, Sucker Punch, Low Kick | G-Max Snooze | Dark Pulse, Play Rough, Foul Play, Power Up Punch | - | Bite(6) and G-Max Snooze(350) |
| Gigantamax Drednaw | Bite, Waterfall | G-Max Stonesurge | Body Slam, Rock Blast, Crunch, Surf | - | Waterfall(13) and G-Max Stonesurge(350) |
| Gigantamax Centiskorch | Bug Bite, Ember | G-Max Centiferno | Crunch, Lunge, Heat Wave, Bug Buzz | - | Ember(10) and G-Max Centiferno(350) |
| Gigantamax Charizard | Air Slash, Fire Spin | G-Max Wildfire | Dragon Claw, Fire Blast, Air Cutter, Overheat | Dragon Breath, Ember, Wing Attack, Blast Burn, Flamethrower | Fire Spin(13) and G-Max Wildfire(350) |
Dynamax & Support Picks
Not every raid group will have multiple Gigantamax picks. Dynamax Pokémon make excellent support, either by adding burst damage or soaking time during G-Max residual windows.
| Pokémon | Dynamax Moves | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamax Excadrill | Max Quake, Max Steelspike | Metal Claw, Mud Slap, Mud Shot | Rock Slide, Earthquake, Drill Run, Iron Head, Scorching Sands | - |
| Dynamax Kingler | Max Geyser, Max Quake, Max Steelspike | Metal Claw, Bubble | Vise Grip, Water Pulse, X-Scissor, Crabhammer, Razor Shell | Mud Shot |
| Dynamax Kabutops | Max Knuckle, Max Quake, Max Geyser, Max Flutterby | Rock Smash, Mud Shot, Waterfall | Ancient Power, Stone Edge, Water Pulse | Fury Cutter |
| Dynamax Omastar | Max Quake, Max Geyser, Max Rockfall | Mud Shot, Water Gun | Ancient Power, Hydro Pump, Rock Blast | Rock Throw, Rock Slide |
| Dynamax Latios | Max Wyrmwind, Max Mindstorm | Dragon Breath, Zen Headbutt | Psychic, Solar Beam, Dragon Claw, Aura Sphere | Luster Purge |
| Dynamax Espeon | Max Mindstorm | Confusion, Zen Headbutt | Psybeam, Psychic, Future Sight, Psychic Fangs | Last Resort, Shadow Ball |
| Dynamax Metagross | Max Mindstorm, Max Flutterby, Max Steelspike | Zen Headbutt, Bullet Punch, Fury Cutter | Flash Cannon, Psychic, Earthquake | Meteor Mash |
| Dynamax Drilbur | Max Strike, Max Quake | Scratch, Mud Slap | Dig, Drill Run, Rock Tomb | - |
| Dynamax Krabby | Max Geyser, Max Quake | Bubble, Mud Shot | Bubble Beam, Vise Grip, Water Pulse, Razor Shell | - |
| Dynamax Latias | Max Wyrmwind, Max Mindstorm, Max Starfall | Dragon Breath, Zen Headbutt, Charm | Psychic, Thunder, Outrage, Aura Sphere | Mist Ball |
| Dynamax Corviknight | Max Airstream, Max Steelspike, Max Quake | Steel Wing, Air Slash, Sand Attack | Sky Attack, Payback | Air Cutter, Iron Head |
| Dynamax Omanyte | Max Geyser | Mud Shot, Water Gun | Ancient Power, Bubble Beam, Rock Blast, Rock Tomb, Brine | - |
| Eternatus | Dynamax Cannon | Dragon Tail, Poison Jab | Sludge Bomb, Dragon Pulse, Flamethrower | - |
| Dynamax Greedent | Max Strike, Max Darkness, Max Overgrowth, Max Quake | Tackle, Bite, Bullet Seed, Mud Shot | Body Slam, Crunch, Tailblaze | - |
| Dynamax Hatterene | Max Starfall, Max MindStorm | Confusion, Charm, Psycho Cut | Psyshock, Psychic, Dazzling Gleam, Power Whip | - |
| Dynamax Lugia | Max MindStorm | Extrasensory, Dragon Tail | Fly, Hydro Pump, Future Sight, Sky Attack | Aeroblast |
| Dynamax Corvisquire | Max Quake | Peck, Air Slash, Sand Attack | Sky Attack, Payback | - |
| Dynamax Darmanitan | Max Strike, Max Flare | Tackle, Fire Fang, Incinerate | Overheat, Focus Blast, Psychic, Rock Slide | - |
| Dynamax Inteleon | Max Geyser, Max Strike | Pound, Water Gun | Water Pulse, Surf, Shadow Ball | - |
Moves & Threats
Toxtricity common fast moves are Spark or Poison Jab or Acid. Charged moves include Acid Spray or Wild Charge or Discharge and Power-Up Punch. G-Max Stun Shock not only delivers heavy damage but also leaves a damaging area for a short time — timing your swaps and using at least one bulky support reduces wipe risk.
Threats: Overdrive – huge Electric damage
Tip: Lead with Ground-types to exploit weakness and avoid Electric moves when possible.
Weather Effects & Battle Flow
Rainy weather: Boosts Electric damage.Cloudy weather : Boosts Poison attackers.Plan your lead to open a fast DPS window, then swap in a bulky Dynamax or Gigantamax unit if you see G-Max Vine Lash gearing up.
Battle flow tip:Open with a short DPS burst. When you see the boss charging G-Max Stun Shock, swap to your tank to absorb the residual field — then re-enter with fresh DPS. Avoid simultaneous fainting across the party to reduce relobby time.Bring potions, revives, and consider swapping in a bulky Ground or Psychic if Toxtricity uses a super-effective Electric charged move.
Battle Tips
- Avoid using Flying or Electric Pokémon—they resist nothing but are weak to Ground.
- Coordinate dodges for Overdrive & Discharge.
- Keep Poison resist Pokémon if Sludge Bomb appears frequently.
Size
Recommended: 15–20 trainers for comfortable clears with mixed player levels. With many Gigantamax / Dynamax counters, 10–14 can work. Under 8 trainers should be attempted only if all participants are high-level and coordinated with ideal counters and Dynamax/G-Max boosts.
Rewards
Reasons include Pokédex entry, strong Electric / Poison attacker, shiny chance, and XL Candy farming.
Rewards & Catch Tips
- Rewards typically include Rare Candy, Mega / Dynamax resources, and a chance to catch Toxtricity (shiny availability depends on event).
- Use Golden Razz for high-IV or shiny attempts, Pinap when farming candy en masse.
When To Avoid
Avoid pure Electric and Poison attackers — they take neutral or super effective damage from Toxtricity's moves. Also be cautious with bulky Water types, since they may get hit hard by powerful Electric charged moves.
Raid Strategy & Catch Tips
If Toxtricity uses a heavy Electric charged move (like Overdrive or Wild Charge), swap to a Ground attacker or use shields wisely. After the raid, use Golden Razz to increase catch odds and aim for weather-boosted encounters for better CP potential.
FAQ
Is Gigantamax Toxtricity catchable after the raid?
Yes — standard raid catch mechanics apply.
Should I change my team based on weather?
Yes — weather affects charge speed and CP. Prioritize weather-boosted counters when possible.
What is Gigantamax Toxtricity type and weakness?
Toxtricity is a Electric / Poison type. It is weak to Ground and Psychic type moves.
What are good counters for G-Max Stun Shock?
Strong ground and psychic attackers such as Gigantamax Inteleon, Gigantamax Gengar, Gigantamax Orbeetle, Dynamax Excadrill, Dynamax Espeon.
Can Gigantamax Toxtricity be shiny?
Yes, but in certain events.
What does the G-Max move do?
The G-Max charged move deals heavy immediate damage and leaves a short-lived residual field that chains small damage ticks to nearby party Pokémon — plan for brief soak windows.
Conclusion
Gigantamax Toxtricity is a mechanically interesting raid boss: its Electric/Poison combo is predictable, but the G-Max residual damage forces teams to plan for survivability, not just pure DPS. Prioritize Ground and Psychic Gigantamax picks, add Dynamax support for sustained windows, and include at least one high-TDO tank if your lobby is smaller. With the counters and tactics above, you’ll clear Toxtricity efficiently and maximize your rewards.
Related Guides
Looking for more counters? Check out our Gigantamax Inteleon Raid Guide, Gigantamax Gengar Raid Guide, Gigantamax Orbeetle Raid Guide
Summary
- Use Ground-type Pokémon for maximum damage
- Avoid Electric & Flying types as attackers
- Dodge Overdrive & Discharge
- Prepare for Poison coverage with resist Pokémon