On July 18, 2021, the second day of the GO Fest will take place in Pokémon GO. On this day, you can encounter all legendary Pokémon that have appeared in the game in raids. We at MeinMMO will show you which you should definitely catch.
What is it about? On the weekend of July 17 and 18, 2021, the GO Fest 2021 in Pokémon GO will take place. As Niantic announced, you will encounter all legendary Pokémon that have appeared in the game on the second event day, July 18 (via pokemongolive.com). You will find them in Level 5 raids from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
What kind of list is this? We took a closer look at the legendary monsters for July 18. To be precise, there are 37 options, three of which are only available in certain regions. With the help of the overviews from gamepress and Pokebattler, we summarized which monsters you should definitely secure on this day (via gamepress & Pokebattler).
We provide you with an overview of 10 legendary Pokémon that you should definitely catch if you lack strong specimens. In addition, you will find another list of legendary monsters that are also good, but not quite top-tier. Finally, we will also address monsters you might neglect if you already have them.
These legendary Pokémon you should definitely catch
Here you will find the 10 legendary Pokémon that you should definitely catch.
Mewtwo
Mewtwo is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It is from the first generation and is a Psychic type. Mewtwo is among the best attackers in Pokémon GO. The shiny version is also already available in the game.
Since this Pokémon is rather rare in the game, you should generally seize the opportunity. However, Mewtwo will be regularly found in all Level 5 raids from July 16 to July 23, 2021. For this reason, you should carefully consider whether you want to battle Mewtwo on this day or prefer to use your raid passes for another legendary Pokémon.
Here you will find the best counters for Mewtwo
Reshiram
One of the most interesting legendary Pokémon on this day will likely be Reshiram. This monster has been exceptionally rare in the game so far. Additionally, the Fire and Dragon-type Pokémon is one of the best attackers in the game.
Due to its high values in attack and stamina, it is particularly well-suited as a candidate for raids. In the PvP League, however, it does not play a significant role. Unfortunately, this monster is not yet available as a shiny in the game. Still, it is worth taking on Reshiram in a raid.
Here you will find the best counters for Reshiram
Kyogre
The legendary Water Pokémon Kyogre is one of the best Water attackers in the game. It can showcase high values in all areas, making it a suitable candidate in raid and PvP battles. For this reason, it has been quite popular among trainers for some time.
If you still need a strong Kyogre, you should seize this opportunity. With a bit of luck, you might also encounter a shiny specimen.
Here you will find the best counters for Kyogre
Groudon
Groudon also ranks among the best attackers in the game due to its high values in attack, defense, and stamina. It is a Ground-type Pokémon from the 3rd generation. Groudon is very well suited for use in raids as well as in the PvP League.
To use it effectively in the PvP League, it is advisable to use a Charged TM to obtain the special charged attack Fire Blast. Furthermore, Groudon has also been catchable in its shiny variant for some time. Therefore, investing your raid pass in this legendary monster is definitely worth it.
Here you will find the best counters for Groudon
Zekrom
Zekrom is among the best attackers in Pokémon GO due to its strong values. It can hold its own not only with its Dragon type but also as an Electric Pokémon. Especially in raid battles, it is a suitable candidate.
So far, there is no shiny variant of Zekrom available in the game. Nevertheless, it is worth securing a strong specimen in the raids.
Here you will find the best counters for Zekrom
Dialga
Unlike Rayquaza, Dialga is a rather rare Pokémon in the game. It is a Dragon and Steel type. It has strong values in attack and stamina, making it one of the strongest Steel attackers in Pokémon GO.
This monster is ideal for use in the PvP League or in raids. Therefore, it is worth catching a particularly strong specimen. So far, a shiny variant is not available in the game. However, there are speculations in the community that it will appear during the Hyper Bonus. What theories exist regarding the Hyper Bonus has been summarized for you.
Here you will find the best counters for Dialga
Rayquaza
The legendary Pokémon Rayquaza also ranks among the best attackers in the game. This is reflected in its high attack value. However, it is only interesting for use in raids. This monster is from the 3rd generation and is a Flying and Dragon type.
Rayquaza has been available in raids more frequently in the past, so some players have already managed to catch strong specimens. A shiny variant is also available in the game. You should consider whether you still need a strong and/or shiny specimen or if you prefer to save your raid pass for another monster.
Here you will find the best counters for Rayquaza
Landorus in Therian Forme
Landorus is a shapeshifter, meaning it can take on multiple forms. During the GO Fest, you will receive Landorus exclusively in its Therian Forme. This Pokémon is from the 5th generation and is a Ground and Flying type.
It boasts particularly strong attack values, making it one of the best Ground attackers in the game. It is a suitable candidate in both raids and the PvP League. Unfortunately, the shiny version is not yet catchable in the game.
Here you will find the best counters for Landorus
Cresselia
Cresselia is a 4th generation Pokémon and is a Psychic type. This monster has high values in defense and stamina. However, the attack values are rather average. For this reason, it is mainly suitable for the PvP League. However, in raids, you have the possibility to encounter a shiny specimen.
Here you will find the best counters for Cresselia
Zapdos
The Fire and Flying-type Pokémon Zapdos is also one of the legendary monsters from the first generation. It impresses with high values in attack and defense. Thus, it is one of the best attackers in the game. In the PvP League, it is less suitable, but in raids, it is much more effective. Additionally, Zapdos is available as a shiny variant in Pokémon GO.
The investment of the raid pass is worthwhile if you do not have it yet. However, Zapdos has appeared in the game several times and has also been catchable as a shadow variant.
Here you will find the best counters for Zapdos
These legendary Pokémon are also good
The raids for the GO Fest also offer you other worthwhile legendary Pokémon. Even if a few monsters do not rank at the top of the favorites list, it may still be worth participating in raids with the following Pokémon.
Palkia
Palkia is a legendary Pokémon of Dragon and Water type from the 4th generation. Its attack values are very high, making it one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO. However, its values in stamina and defense are average.
It is suitable for use in both raids and the PvP League. Still, there are other legendary Pokémon like Dialga or Rayquaza that simply present better values for the Dragon type and are therefore somewhat stronger.
However, Palkia is one of the rarer monsters in the game. If you do not have this Pokémon yet, you should take the chance and participate in a raid. Like Dialga, it is also speculated that Palkia will return to raids with its shiny variant during the Hyper Bonus.
Here you will find the best counters for Palkia
Ho-Oh
Ho-Oh is the Rainbow Pokémon from the 2nd generation. It is a Fire and Flying type. You can encounter it in its shadow variant with Team GO Rocket boss Giovanni – this is an alternative if you do not want to spend a raid pass. Ho-Oh features high values in attack, defense, and stamina.
For this reason, it is a suitable candidate for the Master League and in raids. However, there are other legendary Pokémon, such as Reshiram, that are stronger than Ho-Oh, so you should prefer these.
Here you will find the best counters for Ho-Oh
Entei
The legendary Pokémon Entei is one of the best Fire attackers in the game. Its defense is particularly good. However, there are better monsters in the game that you can also get in raids on this day. If you’re not looking for a shiny variant, then the raid with Reshiram is more worthwhile.
Here you will find the best counters for Entei
Terrakion
The legendary Pokémon of Rock and Fighting type is one of the best Rock Pokémon. Its attack and stamina values are decent, and its moves Stone Edge and Rock Slide make it a strong Pokémon. However, other monsters like Rampardos can convince even better.
Since Terrakion has already been catchable in the game numerous times, you might want to invest your raid passes in other Pokémon that provide you with greater benefits. For all shiny hunters, Terrakion is also available in its shiny form.
Here you will find the best counters for Terrakion
Yveltal
The Dark and Flying-type Pokémon Yveltal is among the legendary Pokémon from the 6th generation. It is also one of the best attackers in the game. It is very well suited for the PvP League, but it can also shine in raids.
Yveltal was previously available as a raid boss in Level 5 raids a few weeks ago. If you were unable to catch a strong Pokémon at that time, you should seize your chance during the Go Fest. Unfortunately, a shiny variant is not yet available in the game.
Here you will find the best counters for Yveltal
Raikou
Raikou is one of the best Electric Pokémon in the game. It has good values and can be confidently used in raids. However, Zekrom is a better Electric attacker, so you should prefer to rely on it in raids. With a bit of luck, shiny hunters can spot a shiny variant of Raikou.
Here you will find the best counters for Raikou
Zapdos
The legendary bird Pokémon Zapdos belongs to the Flying and Electric type. It is from the first generation. Due to its strong values in attack and stamina, it is a good attacker in raids. In the PvP League, Zapdos has a lesser role.
In the past, Zapdos has been available multiple times through various means in the game. You have also been able to encounter the shiny variant for some time. Therefore, you should rather invest your raid passes in other Pokémon during the GO Fest.
Here you will find the best counters for Zapdos
Lugia
The Pokémon Lugia is one of the legendary monsters from the 2nd generation. It is of Psychic and Flying type. It has rather average values in attack and stamina, but it can impress in defense. Thus, it is a suitable representative in the PvP League.
While it can also be used in raids, there are significantly better attackers available. Therefore, you should catch other Pokémon rather than Lugia in raids on this day. If you do participate in a Lugia raid, you might encounter a shiny variant with a bit of luck.
Here you will find the best counters for Lugia
Articuno
Articuno is one of the three legendary bird Pokémon from the first generation, along with Zapdos and Moltres. It is of Ice and Flying type. Although it can show higher defensive values, its attack is rather average. Thus, this Pokémon is more suitable for the PvP League.
In the past, there have been several opportunities to catch Articuno in the game. The shiny variant is also available.
Here you will find the best counters for Articuno
Giratina in Altered Forme
The Ghost and Dragon-type Pokémon Giratina belongs to the monsters that can take on various forms. During the GO Fest, you will only be able to catch it in Altered Forme. It is also available as shiny. However, Giratina in Altered Forme only plays a role in the PvP League.
For raids, there are other candidates that can perform better, such as Giratina’s Origin Forme, which is one of the best attackers. Therefore, if you play PvP and need a strong Giratina, you should definitely make use of these raids. Otherwise, save your raid passes for other monsters.
Here you will find the best counters for Giratina (Altered Forme)
Heatran
Heatran is a Pokémon from the 4th generation and is of Fire and Steel type. Due to its strong attack values, it can particularly impress as a Fire Pokémon and is well-suited for use in raids. In the PvP League, it plays a more subordinate role.
Heatran has already been catchable in raids several times in the past, and a shiny variant is already available in the game. However, if you still need a strong specimen, you can seize this opportunity.
Here you will find the best counters for Heatran
Registeel
Registeel belongs to the Steel Pokémon. Similar to its siblings Regice and Regirock, it has rather average attack values and should not be used in raids. However, in the PvP League, this monster is a good candidate according to gamepress (via gamepress.gg).
So if you need a strong Registeel for the PvP League, the Go Fest might be your chance. A shiny specimen of this monster is also available in the game. If you’re not interested in that, it’s better to do another raid.
Here you will find the best counters for Registeel
Voltolos in Therian Forme
Like Landorus, Voltolos is also a shapeshifter. For this reason, during the Go Fest, you can only obtain it in Pokémon GO in its Therian Forme. Voltolos in Therian Forme is a legendary Pokémon of Electric and Flying type.
Its attack values are decent enough to be useful in raids. However, it plays no role in the PvP League. A shiny variant is also not yet available in the game. Therefore, you should save your raid passes for other Pokémon like Zekrom.
Here you will find the best counters for Voltolos
These Pokémon are only available in certain regions
Not all legendary Pokémon will be catchable on July 18, 2021, in Germany. The Lake Trio will only be available in their regions on that day. So, if you don’t have them in your Pokédex yet, you should take the chance and let yourself be invited to a raid by other players abroad.
Also, trainers from abroad may appreciate a raid invitation from you to catch the European variant of the Lake Trio. We have summarized for you where you can find which Pokémon.
| Pokémon | Region |
| Selfe | Asia |
| Vesprit | Europe |
| Tobutz | America |
All three Pokémon are Psychic type. However, strong monsters they are, with the exception of Tobutz, not. You can use Tobutz as a good attacker, although there are better Pokémon of this type. For this reason, they only serve to complete the Pokédex. The shiny variants are unfortunately not yet available in the game.
For these Pokémon, a raid pass is not worth it
However, there are also legendary Pokémon that should not be used for the PvP League or raids due to their values. There are often better alternatives here. Thus, they are only suitable for completing the Pokédex or collecting shinies. All legendary monsters that can be caught as shiny have been marked with (*)
- Latias*
- Latios*
- Regigigas*
- Virizion*
- Thundurus in Therian Forme
- Regirock*
- Suicune*
- Regice*
- Kyurem
- Cobalion*
- Xerneas
Which raids will you definitely participate in during the GO Fest? And which Pokémon can’t be missing from your collection? Feel free to leave us a comment here on MeinMMO, and exchange ideas with other trainers about this topic.
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