Pokemon GO Amoonguss raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

Amoonguss is making its presence felt in Pokemon GO as a Tier 3 raid boss. While not the most powerful critter in the game, its unique type combination of Grass and Poison, coupled with its diverse moveset, makes for an interesting challenge. To successfully take down Amoonguss, understanding its weaknesses and choosing the right counters is essential.

This guide will help you prepare for the battle, offering insights into Amoonguss' stats, weaknesses, and the best Pokemon to bring along. Whether you're hunting for a high-IV Amoonguss or just looking to complete your raid challenge, we’ve got you covered.

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Pokemon GO Amoonguss raid: Weaknesses

Amoonguss as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

As a Grass and Poison-type Pokemon, Amoonguss has several weaknesses that can be exploited:

• Psychic-type attacks: Deal 160% damage.
• Flying-type attacks: Deal 160% damage.
• Fire-type attacks: Deal 160% damage.
• Ice-type attacks: Deal 160% damage.

This wide range of vulnerabilities gives trainers plenty of options when choosing their raid team.

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Amoonguss’ stat distribution and moveset in Pokemon GO

Amoonguss has a balanced stat distribution that makes it a moderate challenge in Tier 3 raids:

• Tier 3 CP: 12,657
• Attack: 155
• Defense: 139

Potential Moveset

Fast Attacks:

• Feint Attack
• Astonish

Charged Attacks:

• Sludge Bomb
• Grass Knot
• Foul Play

The presence of varied move types means some counters may perform better than others depending on the specific moveset Amoonguss has during the raid.

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Pokemon GO Amoonguss raid: Best counters

Some best counters to Amoonguss (Image via The Pokemon Company)

To defeat Amoonguss effectively, consider using these powerful counters:

• Mega or Shadow Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent
• Shadow Mewtwo with Psycho Cut and Psystrike
• Mega or Shadow Salamence with Fire Fang and Fly
• Mega or Shadow Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Charizard Y with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Alakazam with Confusion and Psychic
• Shadow Moltres with Fire Spin and Sky Attack
• Shadow Heatran with Fire Spin and Magma Storm
• Mega Gallade with Confusion and Psychic
• Mega Latios with Zen Headbutt and Psychic
• Mega Gardevoir with Confusion and Psychic
• Shadow Staraptor with Gust and Fly
• Hoopa - Unbound with Confusion and Psychic
• Mega Charizard X with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Reshiram with Fire Fang and Fusion Flare
• Shadow Metagross with Zen Headbutt and Psychic
• Shadow Darmanitan with Fire Fang and Overheat
• Shadow Entei with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Ho-Oh with Incinerate and Brave Bird
• Shadow Honchkrow with Peck and Sky Attack

Refer to a Type Calculator to further understand Amoonguss' counters.

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Pokemon GO Amoonguss raid catch: CP and shiny availability

When you defeat Amoonguss in raids, the CP range depends on the weather:

• Normal Weather (Level 20): 1156 CP - 1223 CP
• Weather Boosted (Rain and Cloudy, Level 25): 1446 CP - 1529 CP

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What are the 100% IVs from Pokemon GO Amoonguss raid?

• Non-Weather Boosted: 1223 CP
• Weather Boosted: 1529 CP

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Can Amoonguss be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Although Shiny Amoonguss exists in the game, it will unfortunately not be available in these raids.

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Prepare your strongest team and capitalize on Amoonguss' weaknesses to secure victory in these raids. Whether you're looking to bolster your Pokedex or earn valuable raid rewards, this guide ensures you’re ready to conquer the challenge.

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