Quick facts
Species: Blastoise (Mega)
Types: Water
Primary weaknesses: Electric, Grass
Recommended lobby: 3–7 trainers
Mega Charizard Y is the embodiment of fiery dominance in Pokémon GO raids. Unlike its X form, this version specializes in scorching the battlefield with massive Fire-type power. If you face it unprepared, even the toughest counters can melt under its solar heat. Trainers must plan for overwhelming Fire and Dragon attacks, weather boosts, and careful type selection. Precision, timing, and the right Pokémon can turn the tide of battle.
Table of Contents
Weakness Best Pokemon Regular Counters Shadow Counters Mega Counters Moveset Weather Effects Size Rewards FAQsWeaknesses & resistances
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Weak to |
 Electric •
 Grass
|
| Resists to |
 Water •
 Ice •
 Steel •
 Fire
|
Best Mega Blastoise Counters
Mega-type Counters
- Swampert: Water Gun / Earthquake
- Blastoise: Rollout / Hydro Pump
- Gyarados: Dragon Tail / Hydro Pump
Shadow-type Counters
- Feraligator: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
- Samurott: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
- Kingler: Bubble / Crabhammer
Water-type Counters
- Greninja: Feint Attack / Hydro Pump
- Golisopod: Waterfall / Liquidation
- Primarina: Charm / Hydro Pump
Best Mega Evolutions
Recommended Megas to use against Mega Blastoise:
- Swampert, Blastoise, Gyarados, Slowbro – Water boost
- Garchomp – Ground boost
Best Regular Counters
Regular pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Regular counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhyperior | Mud Slap / Smack Down | Skull Bash / Superpower / Earthquake / Stone Edge / Surf / Breaking Swipe | Rock Wrecker | Mud Slap (19) and Earthquake (140) |
| Tyrantrum | Rock Throw / Dragon Tail / Charm | Earthquake / Stone Edge / Meteor Beam / Rock Tomb / Crunch / Outrage | - | Charm (20) and Earthquake / Meteor Beam (140) |
| Rampardos | Smack Down / Zen Headbutt | Rock Slide / Flamethrower / Outrage | - | Smack Down (13) and Outrage (110) |
| Terrakion | Double Kick / Smack Down / Zen Headbutt | Close Combat / Earthquake / Rock Slide | Sacred Sword | Smack Down (13) and Earthquake (140) |
| Gigalith | Mud Slap / Smack Down | Superpower / Rock SLide / Heavy Slam / Solar Beam | Meteor Beam | Mud Slap (19) and Solar Beam (180) |
| Tyranitar | Iron Tail / Dragon Breath / Bite | Stone Edge / Fire Blast / Crunch / Brutal Swing | Smack Down | Iron Tail (14) and Fire Blast (140) |
| Primal Kyogre | Waterfall | Hydro Pump / Surf / Thunder / Blizzard / Avalanche | Origin Pulse | Waterfall (13) and Hydro Pump (135) |
| Stonjourner | Rock Throw | Stone Edge / Rock Slide / Stomp | - | Rock Throw (13) and Stone Edge (105) |
| Aerodactyl | Rock Throw / Steel Wing / Dragon Breath / Bite | Hyper Beam / Earth Power / Ancient Power / Rock Slide / Iron Head | - | Steel Wing (14) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Omastar | Mud Shot / Water Gun | Hydro Pump / Ancient Power / Rock Blast | Rock Throw / Rock Slide | Rock Throw (13) and Hydro Pump (135) |
Best Shadow Counters
Shadow pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Shadow counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Carracosta | Rock Throw / Water Gun | Body Slam / Ancient Power / Surf / Liquidation | - | Rock Throw (13) and Ancient Power / Liquidation (140) |
| Shadow Regirock | Lock-On / Rock Smash / Rock Throw | Focus Blast / Stone Edge / Zap Cannon | Earthquake | Rock Smash (17) and Focus Blast / Earthquake / Zap Cannon (140) |
| Shadow Aggron | Smack Down / Iron Tail / Metal Sound / Dragon Tail | Stone Edge / Rock Tomb / Meteor Beam / Heavy Slam / Thunder | - | Iron Tail / Dragon Tail (14) and Meteor Beam (140) |
| Shadow Golem | Mud Slap / Mud Shot / Rock Throw | Stone Edge / Earthquake / Rock Blast / Ancient Power | - | Mud Slap (19) and Earthquake (140) |
| Shadow Alola Golem | Volt Switch / Rock Throw | Stone Edge / Wild Charge / Rock Blast | Rollout | Rollout (15) and Stone Edge (105) |
| Shadow Aurorus | Rock Throw / Powder Snow / Frost Breath | Ancient Power / Meteor Beam / Hyper Beam / Weather Ball / Blizzard / Thunderbolt | - | Rock Throw (13) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Shadow Archeops | Wing Attack / Steel Wing | Dragon Claw / Ancient Power / Crunch | - | Steel Wing (14) and Ancient Power (140) |
| Shadow Aerodactyl | Rock Throw / Steel Wing / Dragon Breath / Bite | Hyper Beam / Earth Power / Ancient Power / Rock Slide / Iron Head | - | Steel Wing (14) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Shadow Omastar | Mud Shot / Water Gun | Hydro Pump / Ancient Power / Rock Blast | Rock Throw / Rock Slide | Rock Throw (13) and Hydro Pump (135) |
| Shadow Tyranitar | Iron Tail / Dragon Breath / Bite | Stone Edge / Fire Blast / Crunch / Brutal Swing | Smack Down | Iron Tail (14) and Fire Blast (140) |
| Shadow Rhyperior | Mud Slap / Smack Down | Skull Bash / Superpower / Earthquake / Stone Edge / Surf / Breaking Swipe | Rock Wrecker | Mud Slap (19) and Earthquake (140) |
| Shadow Tyrantrum | Rock Throw / Dragon Tail / Charm | Earthquake / Stone Edge / Meteor Beam / Rock Tomb / Crunch / Outrage | - | Charm (20) and Earthquake / Meteor Beam (140) |
| Shadow Rampardos | Smack Down / Zen Headbutt | Rock Slide / Flamethrower / Outrage | - | Smack Down (13) and Outrage (110) |
| Shadow Gigalith | Mud Slap / Smack Down | Superpower / Rock SLide / Heavy Slam / Solar Beam | Meteor Beam | Mud Slap (19) and Solar Beam (180) |
Best Mega Counters
Mega pokemon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Mega counters with short notes on why they excel.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Ampharos | Charge Beam / Volt Switch | Focus Blast / Power Gem / Trailblaze / Zap Cannon / Thunder / Thunder Punch / Brutal Swing | Dragon Pulse | Volt Switch (13) and Focus Blast / Zap Cannon (140) |
| Mega Blastoise | Rollout / Water Gun / Bite | Skull Bash / Flash Cannon / Hydro Pump / Ice Beam | Hydro Cannon | Rollout (15) and Hydro Pump (135) |
| Mega Rayquaza | Air Slash / Dragon Tail | Aerial Ace / Dragon Ascent / Ancient Power / Outrage | Hurricane / Breaking Swipe | Dragon Tail (14) and Dragon Ascent (140) |
| Mega Aerodactyl | Rock Throw / Steel Wing / Dragon Breath / Bite | Hyper Beam / Earth Power / Ancient Power / Rock Slide / Iron Head | - | Steel Wing (14) and Hyper Beam (150) |
| Mega Tyranitar | Iron Tail / Dragon Breath / Bite | Stone Edge / Fire Blast / Crunch / Brutal Swing | Smack Down | Iron Tail (14) and Fire Blast (140) |
| Mega Diancie | Tackle / Rock Throw | Rock Slide / Power Gem / Moonblast | - | Rock Throw (13) and Moonblast (130) |
Moves & Threats
Blastoise common fast moves are Water Gun or Rollout or Bite. Charged moves include Ice Beam or Hydro Pump or Flash Cannon and Skull Bash. Elite moves include Hydro Cannon.
Pro tip: Fire attacks can obliterate Grass-types, Bug-types, and even some neutral threats. Dodge and shield strategically.
Weather Effects
Rainy weather: boosts Electric type attackers.
Battle Tips
- Rock-types like Tyranitar, Rhyperior, Rampardos are essential to exploit Flying weakness.
- Electric-types such as Zapdos or Raikou counter its Flying moves efficiently.
- Water-types survive Fire attacks, but be mindful of high DPS overheat moves.
- In small groups, use strong counters with high stamina; in larger raids, manage shields and focus on sustained DPS.
Rewards
- Mega Energy for Charizard Y
- Chance to catch Charizard Y (with boosted IVs)
- Rare Candy & XL Candy
Why Raid Mega Charizard Y?
ts unique Fire/Flying typing allows you to practice type-matchups and build versatile counters for future Fire-based raids.
FAQ
Can Mega Blastoise be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Shiny Blastoise has been released in raids or events.
What are best moveset of Blastoise?
Best movset of Blastoise are Rollout which does damage of 15 under Fast Attack and Hydro Pump of 135 under Charged Attack.
Are Shadow Pokémon better?
Yes—Shadow forms have +20% attack, making them excellent choices if available.
What is the best weather to raid Mega Blastoise?
Rainy weather boosts both Blastoise’s Water moves and your Electric-type attacks.
Does Mega Blastoise keep its Mega form after the battle?
Mega Evolution lasts only during battles where Mega is enabled; it does not persist outside combat.
Related Guides
Looking for more counters? Check out our Gigantamax Hatterene Raid Guide, Gigantamax Alcremie Raid Guide, Gigantamax Machamp Raid Guide
Summary
- Prioritize Rock-type Pokémon to counter Flying moves.
- Bring Water or Electric-types for extra coverage.
- Avoid Grass-types unless they are high CP or shielded properly.
- Watch the weather: Sunny = harder Fire attacks, Windy = Flying attacks stronger.
- Use shields wisely, especially against Blast Burn and Fire Blast.