Mega Dragonite Raid Guide
Mega Dragonite is a powerful Dragon/Flying boss with extremely high damage output. Its double weakness to Ice makes Ice-type Pokémon essential.
Weaknesses
Ice (Double Damage), Dragon, Fairy, Rock
Best Counters (Detailed)
| Pokémon | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Mamoswine | Highest DPS with Avalanche and strong Ice typing. |
| Darmanitan | Massive burst damage but fragile. |
| Weavile | Fast and efficient damage dealer. |
| Glaceon | Best budget Ice attacker. |
| Kyurem | Balanced bulk and DPS. |
DPS Comparison Chart
Counter Tiers
S Tier
Mamoswine, Darmanitan, Weavile
A Tier
Kyurem, Glaceon
Budget
Lapras, Jynx
Best Team Composition
- 6× Mamoswine (optimal)
- Mixed Ice team for balance
- Budget Ice Pokémon for beginners
Strategy
- Use Ice-types only
- Dodge strong moves like Outrage
- Relobby quickly
- Use Mega boosts
Weather
- Snow → boosts your damage
- Windy → boosts Dragonite
FAQ
Can Mega Dragonite be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Shiny Dragonite has a distinctive green color compared to its normal orange appearance.
Is Mega Dragonite hard to defeat?
It can be challenging without Ice-type counters, but manageable with proper team setup.
Can it be duoed?
Yes, strong Ice teams at high trainer levels can complete the raid with two players.
Best Mega support?
A Mega Ice-type Pokémon boosts team-wide Ice damage significantly.
What is Mega Dragonite’s exclusive move?
Mega Dragonite can use moves like Dragon Claw and Hurricane, dealing massive damage while taking advantage of its dual typing.
What makes Mega Dragonite unique?
Its dragonic Mega form, balanced stats, and combination of Dragon/Flying typing make Mega Dragonite visually impressive and strategically versatile in Mega Raid Battles.