Quick facts
Introduction
Mega Sharpedo is one of the most intimidating Mega Pokémon in Pokémon GO, featuring a sleek design and fierce Water / Dark typing. Known as the “Brutal Pokémon,” Sharpedo already has a reputation as a fast but fragile attacker. With Mega Evolution, its power skyrockets, making it a glass cannon that can shred opponents quickly but also falls just as fast.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about defeating Mega Sharpedo in raids: weaknesses, best counters, ideal team setups, weather boosts, duo/trio possibilities, and even tips for maximizing rewards.
Weaknesses & resistances
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Weak to |
 Fighting •
 Bug •
 Grass •
 Electric •
 Fairy
|
| Resists to |
 Ghost •
 Steel •
 Fire •
 Water •
 Psychic •
 Ice •
 Dark
|
Best Mega Sharpedo Counters
Fighting-type Counters
- Conkeldurr : Counter or Poison Jab and Focus Blast
- Lucario : Counter and Close Combat
- Machamp: Counter or Close Combat and Stone Edge
Grass-type Counters
- Shaymin: Magical Leaf and Solar Beam
- Sceptile: Bullet Seed and Earthquake
- Venusaur: Razor Leaf and Solar Beam
Electric-type Counters
- Zekrom: Charge Beam and Fusion Bolt
- Zapdos: Charge Beam and Zap Cannon
- Xurkitree: Thunder Shock or Spark and Thunder or Dazzling Gleam
Best Mega Evolutions
Recommended Megas to use against Mega Sharpedo:
- Lucario, Blaziken – Fighting boost
- Manectric, Ampharos – Electric boost
- Venusaur, Sceptile – Grass boost
- Heracross, Pinsir – Bug boost
- Gardevoir – Fairy boost
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eternatus |
Poison Jab / Dragon Tail | Flamethrower / Dragon Pulse / Sludge Bomb | Dynamax Cannon | Dragon Tail (14) and Dynamax Cannon (215) |
 Urshifu |
Rock Smash / Counter / Waterfall | Aqua Jet / Brick Break / Close Combat / Dynamic Punch | - | Rock Smash (17) and Close Combat (105) |
 Zarude |
Vine Whip / Bite | Power Whip / Energy Ball / Dark Pulse | - | Vine Whip / Bite (6) and Power Whip / Energy Ball (90) |
 Hiusian Decidueye |
Magical Leaf / Psycho Cut | Aerial Ace / Night Shade / Energy Ball / Aura Sphere / Trailblaze | - | Magical Leaf (17) and Aura Sphere (100) |
 Xurkitree |
Thunder Shock / Spark | Power Whip / Discharge / Thunder / Dazzling Gleam | - | Thunder Shock / Spark (4) and Thunder / Dazzling Gleam (100) |
 Keldeo |
Low Kick / Poison Jab | Close Combat / Sacred Sword / X-Scissor / Aqua Jet / Hydro Pump | - | Poison Jab (13) and Hydro Pump (135) |
 Shaymin |
Hidden Power / Magical Leaf / Zen Headbutt | Energy Ball / Grass Knot / Solar Beam / Seed Flare | - | Magical Leaf (17) and Solar Beam (180) |
 Zekrom |
Charge Beam / Dragon Breath | Flash Cannon / Wild Charge / Outrage / Crunch | Fusion Bolt | Charge Beam (7) and Fusion Bolt (140) |
 Kartana |
Air Slash / Razor Leaf | Aerial Ace / X-Scissor / Leaf Blade / Night Slash | - | Razor Leaf (13) and Leaf Blade (70) |
 Lucario |
Counter / Bullet Punch | Close Combat / Power-Up Punch / Aura Sphere / Shadow Ball / Flash Cannon / Blaze Kick / Thunder Punch | Force Palm | Counter (13) and Close Combat (105) |
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shadow Conkeldurr |
Counter / Poison Jab | Dynamic Punch / Focus Blast / Stone Edge | Brutal Swing | Counter / Poison Jab (13) and Focus Blast (140) |
 Shadow Raikou |
Thunder Shock / Volt Switch | Aura Sphere / Shadow Ball / Thunder / Thunderbolt / Wild Charge | - | Volt Switch (13) and Aura Sphere / Shadow Ball / Thunder (100) |
 Shadow Zapdos |
Charge Beam | Drill Peck / Ancient Power / Zap Cannon / Thunder / Thunderbolt | Thunder Shock | Charge Beam (7) and Zap Cannon (140) |
 Shadow Sceptile |
Fury Cutter / Bullet Seed | Aerial Ace / Earthquake / Leaf Blade / Dragon Claw / Breaking Swipe | Frenzy Plant | Bullet Seed (7) and Earthquake (140) |
 Shadow Venusaur |
Razor Leaf / Vine Whip | Sludge / Sludge Bomb / Petal Blizzard / Solar Beam | Frenzy Plant | Razor Leaf (13) and Solar Beam (180) |
 Shadow Tangrowth |
Infestation / Vine Whip | Sludge Bomb / Ancient Power / Rock Slide / Solar Beam / Power Whip | - | Infestation (9) and Solar Beam (180) |
 Shadow Machamp |
Counter / Bullet Punch | Dynamic Punch / Close Combat / Cross Chop / Rock Slide / Heavy Slam | Karate Chop / Submission / Stone Edge / Payback | Counter (13) and Close Combat / Stone Edge (105) |
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mega Gardevoir |
Magical Leaf / Charge Beam / Confusion / Charm | Shadow Ball / Psychic / Triple Axel / Dazzling Gleam | Synchronoise | Charm (20) and Shadow Ball / Dazzling Gleam (100) |
 Mega Latias |
Zen Headbutt / Dragon Breath / Charm | Aura Sphere / Thunder / Psychic / Outrage | Mist Ball | Charm (20) and Outrage (110) |
 Mega Manectric |
Charge Beam / Thunder Fang / Snarl | Flame Burst / Overheat / Thunder / Wild Charge / Psychic Fangs | - | Snarl (11) and Overheat (160) |
 Mega Pinsir |
Rock Smash / Bug Bite / Fury Cutter | Vise Grip / Close Combat / Supwerpower / X-Scissor | Submission | Rock Smash (17) and Close Combat (105) |
 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 Blaziken |
Counter / Fire Spin | Focus Blast / Brave Bird / Overheat / Blaze Kick | Stone Edge / Blast Burn | Counter / Fire Spin (13) and Overheat (160) |
 Mega Venusaur |
Razor Leaf / Vine Whip | Sludge / Sludge Bomb / Petal Blizzard / Solar Beam | Frenzy Plant | Razor Leaf (13) and Solar Beam (180) |
 Mega Latios |
Zen Headbutt / Dragon Breath | Aura Sphere / Solar Beam / Psychic / Dragon Claw | Luster Purge | Zen Headbutt (11) and Solar Beam (180) |
 Mega Sceptile |
Fury Cutter / Bullet Seed | Aerial Ace / Earthquake / Leaf Blade / Dragon Claw / Breaking Swipe | Frenzy Plant | Bullet Seed (7) and Earthquake (140) |
 Mega Heracross |
Counter / Struggle Bug | Close Combat / Upper Hand / Earthquake / Rock Blast / Megahorn | - | Struggle Bug (15) and Earthquake (140) |
 Mega Rayquaza |
Air Slash / Dragon Tail | Aerial Ace / Ancient Power / Outrage | Hurricane / Breaking Swipe | Dragon Tail (14) and Outrage (110) |
 Mega Lucario |
Counter / Bullet Punch | Close Combat / Power-Up Punch / Aura Sphere / Shadow Ball / Flash Cannon / Blaze Kick / Thunder Punch | Force Palm | Counter (13) and Close Combat (105) |
Moves & Threats
Sharpedo common fast moves are Waterfall or Bite. Charged moves include Poison Fang or Hydro Pump or Crunch.
Weather Effects
Clear/Sunny weather : boosts Grass moves. Rainy weather : boosts Water moves.
If Mega Sharpedo opens with Aqua Jet or Hydro Pump, swap to an Electric or Fairy attacker to avoid heavy damage and finish the boss quickly.
When to avoid
Avoid using fragile Water or Ice attackers—they'll often be outpaced by Sharpedo's high damage. Also be cautious with Ghost types if Sharpedo runs Crunch.
Duo & Trio Possibility
A duo is possible with maxed-out counters and coordination. A trio is comfortable for mid-level players. Casual groups should bring 4–5 trainers.
Rewards
- Mega Energy for Sharpedo
- Chance to catch Sharpedo (with boosted IVs)
- Rare Candy & XL Candy
Why Raid Mega Sharpedo?
Reasons include Pokédex entry, strong Water / Dark attacker, shiny chance, and XL Candy farming.
PvP Relevance
While Sharpedo isn’t top tier in PvP, it’s a fun spice pick. Mega Sharpedo shines more in raids and PvE content.
Tips for Trainers
- Dodge Hydro Pump and Crunch to extend battle time.
- Coordinate Mega boosts with your raid group.
- Raid during weather that benefits your counters.
FAQ
Can Mega Sharpedo be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Not currently. Shiny Sharpedo has not yet been released in raids or events.
What are best moveset of Sharpedo?
Best moveset of Sharpedo are Waterfall which does damage of 13 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 Sharpedo?
Clear or Sunny weather boosts Grass moves, Rainy weather boosts Water moves.
Conclusion
Mega Sharpedo is not the strongest Mega, but it’s easy to raid thanks to multiple weaknesses. It’s worth raiding for its shiny form, Mega Energy, and for filling your Mega Pokédex. With Electric, Fighting, Bug, Fairy and Grass counters, you’ll defeat it with ease.