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Pokémon GO: Complete Analysis of the Strongest Raid Attackers for Each TypeDive into the most powerful Raid Attacker Pokémon for each type in Pokémon GO. From Mega Evolved Pokémon to Shadow Pokémon, and even potential future powerhouses, we've compiled a comprehensive list of top-performing Pokémon, their best move sets, and special abilities.
1. 🎮 Bug Type King: Mega Heracross
· Bug types are strong against Dark, Grass, and Psychic types.
· Mega Heracross is the strongest Bug-type Raid Attacker.
· It can also be used as the 5th strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Bug and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Mega Heracross is the strongest Bug-type Raid Attacker.
· It can also be used as the 5th strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Bug and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Heracross |
| EDPS | 28.9 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Fury Cutter Charged Move: Megahorn |
00:09 - 00:37
1. 🎮 Bug Type King: Mega Heracross
· Bug types are strong against Dark, Grass, and Psychic types.
· Mega Heracross is the strongest Bug-type Raid Attacker.
· It can also be used as the 5th strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Bug and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Mega Heracross is the strongest Bug-type Raid Attacker.
· It can also be used as the 5th strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Bug and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Heracross |
| EDPS | 28.9 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Fury Cutter Charged Move: Megahorn |
00:38 - 01:19
2. 🎮 Dark Type King: Mega Tyranitar
· Dark types are strong against Ghost and Psychic types.
· Mega Tyranitar has long held the title of the strongest Dark-type.
· In the future, Mega Absol may emerge to claim the strongest Dark-type spot.
· It also serves as the 3rd strongest Rock-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Dark and Rock-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Mega Tyranitar has long held the title of the strongest Dark-type.
· In the future, Mega Absol may emerge to claim the strongest Dark-type spot.
· It also serves as the 3rd strongest Rock-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Dark and Rock-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Tyranitar |
| EDPS | 29.45 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Bite Charged Move: Brutal Swing |
01:20 - 03:11
3. 🎮 Dragon Type King: Eternatus
· Dragon types are only strong against other Dragon types, but there are many powerful Pokémon, making competition fierce.
· Eternatus currently holds the title of the strongest Dragon-type, narrowly surpassing Mega Rayquaza.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Poison-type attacker.
· It is the #1 Dragon-type in Max Battles, and its signature move, Dynamax Cannon, has an Adventure Effect that increases Max Move levels by 1 stage.
· Eternatus is one of the Pokémon with very high training costs.
· In the future, Mega Zygarde may appear and threaten Eternatus's position.
· Eternatus currently holds the title of the strongest Dragon-type, narrowly surpassing Mega Rayquaza.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Poison-type attacker.
· It is the #1 Dragon-type in Max Battles, and its signature move, Dynamax Cannon, has an Adventure Effect that increases Max Move levels by 1 stage.
· Eternatus is one of the Pokémon with very high training costs.
· In the future, Mega Zygarde may appear and threaten Eternatus's position.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Eternatus |
| EDPS | 35.74 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Dragon Tail Charged Move: Dynamax Cannon |
03:12 - 03:49
4. 🎮 Electric Type King: Regieleki
· Electric types are strong against Flying and Water types.
· Regieleki is currently the strongest Electric-type attacker.
· Shadow Raichu also shows performance close to Regieleki, with the advantage of not requiring a Legacy Move.
· In the future, Mega Raichu Y and Mega Zeraora are expected to surpass Regieleki.
· If Party Power is activated, Regieleki can still maintain its #1 position.
· Regieleki is currently the strongest Electric-type attacker.
· Shadow Raichu also shows performance close to Regieleki, with the advantage of not requiring a Legacy Move.
· In the future, Mega Raichu Y and Mega Zeraora are expected to surpass Regieleki.
· If Party Power is activated, Regieleki can still maintain its #1 position.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Regieleki |
| EDPS | 26.46 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Lock-On Charged Move: Thunder Cage (Legacy Move) |
03:50 - 04:21
5. 🎮 Fairy Type King: Mega Gardevoir
· Fairy types are strong against Dragon, Fighting, and Dark types.
· Mega Gardevoir is the strongest Fairy-type attacker.
· It also serves as the 8th strongest Psychic-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fairy and Psychic-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Crowned Zacian becomes the best Fairy-type attacker.
· Mega Gardevoir is the strongest Fairy-type attacker.
· It also serves as the 8th strongest Psychic-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fairy and Psychic-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Crowned Zacian becomes the best Fairy-type attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Gardevoir |
| EDPS | 27.22 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Charm Charged Move: Dazzling Gleam |
04:22 - 05:19
6. 🎮 Fighting Type King: Mega Lucario
· Fighting types are strong against Dark, Ice, Rock, Normal, and Steel types.
· Mega Lucario is the strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· In the future, Mega Lucario Z is expected to appear and show even stronger performance.
· It also serves as the 5th strongest Steel-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fighting and Steel-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Keldeo Resolute Form becomes the best Fighting-type attacker.
· Mega Lucario is the strongest Fighting-type attacker.
· In the future, Mega Lucario Z is expected to appear and show even stronger performance.
· It also serves as the 5th strongest Steel-type attacker.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fighting and Steel-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Keldeo Resolute Form becomes the best Fighting-type attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Lucario |
| EDPS | 35.56 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Power-Up Punch Charged Move: Aura Sphere |
05:21 - 06:12
7. 🎮 Fire Type King: Mega Blaziken
· Fire types are strong against Bug, Grass, Ice, and Steel types.
· Mega Blaziken is the strongest Fire-type attacker, showing a narrow lead over Mega Charizard Y.
· In the future, Mega Heatran and Mega Delphox are expected to appear and surpass them.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Fighting-type attacker, making it a cost-effective Pokémon with excellent performance in both types.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fire and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Primal Groudon (2-person party) or Mega Charizard Y (3-person party) becomes the best Fire-type attacker.
· Mega Blaziken is the strongest Fire-type attacker, showing a narrow lead over Mega Charizard Y.
· In the future, Mega Heatran and Mega Delphox are expected to appear and surpass them.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Fighting-type attacker, making it a cost-effective Pokémon with excellent performance in both types.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Fire and Fighting-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Primal Groudon (2-person party) or Mega Charizard Y (3-person party) becomes the best Fire-type attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Blaziken |
| EDPS | 33.19 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Fire Spin Charged Move: Blast Burn |
06:13 - 07:06
8. 🎮 Flying Type King: Mega Rayquaza
· Flying types are strong against Bug, Grass, and Fighting types.
· Mega Rayquaza boasts the highest damage in the game, making it the undisputed #1 Flying-type.
· Its neutral damage is also the highest, making it an effective counter against many Raid Bosses.
· It is also the 2nd strongest Dragon-type attacker, after Eternatus.
· Although not a Primal Pokémon, as a member of the Weather Trio, it has enhanced Mega Bonuses.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Dragon, Flying, and Psychic-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types (mimicking windy weather).
· Mega Rayquaza boasts the highest damage in the game, making it the undisputed #1 Flying-type.
· Its neutral damage is also the highest, making it an effective counter against many Raid Bosses.
· It is also the 2nd strongest Dragon-type attacker, after Eternatus.
· Although not a Primal Pokémon, as a member of the Weather Trio, it has enhanced Mega Bonuses.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Dragon, Flying, and Psychic-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types (mimicking windy weather).
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Rayquaza |
| EDPS | 41.87 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Air Slash Charged Move: Dragon Ascent |
07:07 - 07:50
9. 🎮 Ghost Type King: Dusk Mane Necrozma
· Ghost types are strong against other Ghost types and Psychic types.
· Dusk Mane Necrozma is the strongest Ghost-type attacker.
· This Pokémon is somewhat tricky to obtain, requiring Necrozma, Lunala, 30 Candies each, and 1,000 Lunar Fusion Energy.
· In terms of neutral damage, it also boasts the 2nd highest damage in the game.
· Even if Party Power is activated, it still maintains its position as the strongest Ghost-type.
· Dusk Mane Necrozma is the strongest Ghost-type attacker.
· This Pokémon is somewhat tricky to obtain, requiring Necrozma, Lunala, 30 Candies each, and 1,000 Lunar Fusion Energy.
· In terms of neutral damage, it also boasts the 2nd highest damage in the game.
· Even if Party Power is activated, it still maintains its position as the strongest Ghost-type.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Dusk Mane Necrozma |
| EDPS | 32.15 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Psycho Cut Charged Move: Moongeist Beam |
07:51 - 08:51
10. 🎮 Grass Type King: Mega Sceptile
· Grass types are strong against Ground, Rock, and Water types.
· Mega Sceptile is the strongest Grass-type attacker, far ahead of #2 Kartana.
· Since only one Mega Pokémon can be active at a time, Kartana is the most useful among non-Mega Grass types.
· It ranks 19th as a Dragon-type, and its performance could greatly improve if it gains a Fast Move like Dragon Tail.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Grass and Dragon-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Even if Party Power is activated, Mega Sceptile remains the best Grass-type attacker, but Primal Groudon might narrowly surpass it in a 2-person party.
· Mega Sceptile is the strongest Grass-type attacker, far ahead of #2 Kartana.
· Since only one Mega Pokémon can be active at a time, Kartana is the most useful among non-Mega Grass types.
· It ranks 19th as a Dragon-type, and its performance could greatly improve if it gains a Fast Move like Dragon Tail.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Grass and Dragon-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Even if Party Power is activated, Mega Sceptile remains the best Grass-type attacker, but Primal Groudon might narrowly surpass it in a 2-person party.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Sceptile |
| EDPS | 28.23 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Fury Cutter Charged Move: Frenzy Plant |
08:52 - 09:51
11. 🎮 Ground Type King: Primal Groudon
· Ground types are strong against Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, and Steel types.
· Primal Groudon is the strongest Ground-type attacker.
· In the future, if Mega Zygarde gains a signature Ground-type move, it could threaten Primal Groudon's position.
· As a member of the Weather Trio, it increases the damage and Candy acquisition for three types (mimicking sunny weather).
· If Party Power is activated and there are 4 trainers in the party, Mega Garchomp might narrowly surpass it.
· Primal Groudon is the strongest Ground-type attacker.
· In the future, if Mega Zygarde gains a signature Ground-type move, it could threaten Primal Groudon's position.
· As a member of the Weather Trio, it increases the damage and Candy acquisition for three types (mimicking sunny weather).
· If Party Power is activated and there are 4 trainers in the party, Mega Garchomp might narrowly surpass it.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Primal Groudon |
| EDPS | 32.12 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Mud Shot Charged Move: Precipice Blades |
09:52 - 10:54
12. 🎮 Ice Type King: White Kyurem
· Ice types are strong against Dragon, Flying, Grass, and Ground types.
· White Kyurem is the strongest Ice-type attacker, ahead of Black Kyurem.
· If Party Power is activated, Black Kyurem might be a better choice.
· Even if Mega Baxcalibur appears in the future, it is not expected to match White Kyurem's power.
· Its signature move, Glaciate, has an Adventure Effect that increases a Pokémon's base catch rate by 50% and slows down the catch circle speed, making it easier to land Excellent Throws.
· White Kyurem is the strongest Ice-type attacker, ahead of Black Kyurem.
· If Party Power is activated, Black Kyurem might be a better choice.
· Even if Mega Baxcalibur appears in the future, it is not expected to match White Kyurem's power.
· Its signature move, Glaciate, has an Adventure Effect that increases a Pokémon's base catch rate by 50% and slows down the catch circle speed, making it easier to land Excellent Throws.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | White Kyurem |
| EDPS | 32.54 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Ice Fang Charged Move: Glaciate |
10:55 - 11:16
13. 🎮 Normal Type King: Shadow Regigigas
· Normal types are not super effective against any type, making them less useful as Raid Attackers.
· Shadow Regigigas boasts the highest damage among Normal types.
· It can be used as a counter against various Pokémon depending on the type of Hidden Power.
· Shadow Regigigas boasts the highest damage among Normal types.
· It can be used as a counter against various Pokémon depending on the type of Hidden Power.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Shadow Regigigas |
| EDPS | 21.06 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Hidden Power Charged Move: Giga Impact |
11:17 - 11:44
14. 🎮 Poison Type King: Mega Gengar
· Poison types are strong against Fairy and Grass types.
· Mega Gengar is the strongest Poison-type attacker, narrowly surpassing Eternatus.
· Eternatus is the #1 non-Mega Poison-type.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Ghost-type attacker and the #1 Ghost-type Mega Pokémon.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Ghost and Poison-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· Mega Gengar is the strongest Poison-type attacker, narrowly surpassing Eternatus.
· Eternatus is the #1 non-Mega Poison-type.
· It also serves as the 2nd strongest Ghost-type attacker and the #1 Ghost-type Mega Pokémon.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Ghost and Poison-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Gengar |
| EDPS | 27.4 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Lick Charged Move: Sludge Bomb |
11:46 - 12:51
15. 🎮 Psychic Type King: Shadow Mewtwo
· Psychic types are strong against Fighting and Poison types.
· Shadow Mewtwo is currently the undisputed #1 Psychic-type.
· Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are expected to appear for Go Fest 2026 and Pokémon GO's 10th anniversary, surpassing Shadow Mewtwo.
· Mega Mewtwo X will take 2nd place, and Mega Mewtwo Y will take 1st place.
· Since only one Mega Evolution can be active at a time, Shadow Mewtwo is the #1 non-Mega Psychic-type and a good Pokémon to use alongside Mega Mewtwo.
· During the Alola Tour in 2027, Ultra Necrozma may appear and impact the Psychic-type meta.
· Shadow Mewtwo is currently the undisputed #1 Psychic-type.
· Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are expected to appear for Go Fest 2026 and Pokémon GO's 10th anniversary, surpassing Shadow Mewtwo.
· Mega Mewtwo X will take 2nd place, and Mega Mewtwo Y will take 1st place.
· Since only one Mega Evolution can be active at a time, Shadow Mewtwo is the #1 non-Mega Psychic-type and a good Pokémon to use alongside Mega Mewtwo.
· During the Alola Tour in 2027, Ultra Necrozma may appear and impact the Psychic-type meta.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Shadow Mewtwo |
| EDPS | 33.49 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Psycho Cut Charged Move: Psystrike |
12:53 - 14:27
16. 🎮 Rock Type King: Mega Diancie
· Rock types are strong against Bug, Fire, Flying, and Ice types.
· Mega Diancie is the strongest Rock-type Raid Attacker.
· Shadow Rhyperior follows closely behind.
· Mega Diancie is a Mythical Pokémon, making it difficult to obtain Mega Energy and gather Candy, thus challenging to train.
· It has the advantage of not requiring a Legacy Move.
· If its signature move, Diamond Storm, is added, it is expected to further widen the gap with Shadow Rhyperior.
· In the future, Mega Glimmora could become the new #1 Rock-type.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Rock and Fairy-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Shadow Tyranitar (2-person party) or Shadow Rhyperior (3-4 person party) becomes the best Rock-type attacker.
· Mega Diancie is the strongest Rock-type Raid Attacker.
· Shadow Rhyperior follows closely behind.
· Mega Diancie is a Mythical Pokémon, making it difficult to obtain Mega Energy and gather Candy, thus challenging to train.
· It has the advantage of not requiring a Legacy Move.
· If its signature move, Diamond Storm, is added, it is expected to further widen the gap with Shadow Rhyperior.
· In the future, Mega Glimmora could become the new #1 Rock-type.
· When Mega Evolved, it increases the damage of Rock and Fairy-type attacks and the amount of Candy obtained when catching Pokémon of those types.
· If Party Power is activated, Shadow Tyranitar (2-person party) or Shadow Rhyperior (3-4 person party) becomes the best Rock-type attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Mega Diancie |
| EDPS | 27.49 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Rock Throw Charged Move: Stone Edge |
14:28 - 15:25
17. 🎮 Steel Type King: Crowned Zacian
· Steel types are strong against Fairy, Ice, and Rock types, making it a highly competitive type.
· Crowned Zacian is the strongest Steel-type attacker.
· It is also the 2nd strongest Fairy-type attacker and holds the highest rank in the Master League.
· The Steel/Fairy type combination has 2 weaknesses and 11 resistances, making it very strong defensively.
· Its signature move, Behemoth Blade, has an Adventure Effect that increases a Pokémon's attack by 5% in Max Battles and 10% in Raids.
· If Party Power is activated and there are 3-4 trainers in the party, Dusk Mane Necrozma becomes the best Steel-type attacker.
· Crowned Zacian is the strongest Steel-type attacker.
· It is also the 2nd strongest Fairy-type attacker and holds the highest rank in the Master League.
· The Steel/Fairy type combination has 2 weaknesses and 11 resistances, making it very strong defensively.
· Its signature move, Behemoth Blade, has an Adventure Effect that increases a Pokémon's attack by 5% in Max Battles and 10% in Raids.
· If Party Power is activated and there are 3-4 trainers in the party, Dusk Mane Necrozma becomes the best Steel-type attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Crowned Zacian |
| EDPS | 35.63 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Metal Claw Charged Move: Behemoth Blade |
15:27 - 16:03
18. 🎮 Water Type King: Primal Kyogre
· Water types are strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types.
· Primal Kyogre is the strongest Water-type Pokémon.
· Similar to Primal Groudon and Mega Rayquaza, it increases the damage and Candy acquisition for three types (mimicking rainy weather).
· If Party Power is activated and there are 3-4 trainers in the party, Mega Swampert becomes the best Water-type Raid Attacker.
· Primal Kyogre is the strongest Water-type Pokémon.
· Similar to Primal Groudon and Mega Rayquaza, it increases the damage and Candy acquisition for three types (mimicking rainy weather).
· If Party Power is activated and there are 3-4 trainers in the party, Mega Swampert becomes the best Water-type Raid Attacker.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pokémon | Primal Kyogre |
| EDPS | 31.65 |
| Best Moveset | Fast Move: Waterfall Charged Move: Origin Pulse |