In Pokémon GO the Dynamax weekend with Ho-Oh is rising. How to catch the legendary giant bird, we show you here.
When does the Dynamax Combat Day run? The event around Ho-Oh starts on Saturday, January 31 at 06:00 AM. It ends on Sunday, February 1 at 21:00 PM.
What bonuses apply? Ho-Oh appears at numerous energy sources and can also be caught as Shiny. However, the chance for it is not increased. The following bonuses apply:
- The limit for Dyna-Particles is increased to 1,600
- You only need a quarter of the walking distance to receive additional Dyna-Particles
- Energy sources provide you the eightfold amount of particles
Is Ho-Oh worth it? Ho-Oh is a legendary Pokémon from the second generation of the Fire/Flying type. Now it is also available as a Dynamax monster.
In terms of Dynamax meta, it will not stand out significantly. There are other attackers that surpass it. But: You can still take advantage of the event to catch Ho-Oh and use it in the Master League, where it is a powerful option. Ho-Oh is also usable as a raid attacker. And the candies you collect during the event can be used for Crypto-Ho-Oh, if you have it.
However, defeating Ho-Oh will not be so easy. We will show you what to consider during the event.
Powerful attackers against Dynamax-Ho-Oh
Ho-Oh is a Flying type monster. Powerful attackers against this Pokémon are therefore, for example, Rock-, Water- or Electric-types.
A very good option just came into play this week: Dynamax-Brockoloss is currently the most powerful attacker against Dynamax-Ho-Oh. However, it may be that you do not have a good specimen yet or it is not strong enough.
Therefore, it is also worth taking a look at older Dyna-Pokémon. Good options are:
- Dynamax-Brockoloss
- Dynamax-Amoroso
- Gigadynamax-Intelleon
- Gigadynamax-Kingler
- Gigadynamax-Riffex
Strong defenders against Dynamax-Ho-Oh
In defense, you should always pay attention to Pokémon that can take a lot of hits, but also have fast instant-attacks to fill the Dynamax bar. Once the Dynamax bar is filled, you can then switch in your attackers or healers.
Good defenders are:
- Dynamax-Heiteira, as is usually the case
- Dynamax-Kabutops: You are currently receiving a Kabuto in research in preparation for the event
- Dynamax-Latias
- Dynamax-Latios
Gather enough trainers
Ho-Oh is a legendary Dynamax Pokémon, but still not a Gigadynamax Pokémon. Your trainer limit is therefore four trainers.
Currently, it looks like you will need these four trainers. Three should also make a victory possible, if you use good counters and proceed strategically.
Coordinate exactly in advance and use bonuses
Clarify the roles in your group for the Dynamax battle. Make sure that you are not only attacking but also defending cleverly and healing your attackers.
A good option is to use Heiteira for defending and healing, to then switch in Brockoloss or one of the other attackers.
Also, keep in mind that the adventure effects of Zacian, Zamazenta, or Endynalos can provide you with additional advantages in battle – more attack, more defense, or extra Dynamax levels for your attacks. If you have these monsters with effects, you should use the effects.
In Pokémon GO, not only Dynamax-Ho-Oh becomes a new opponent, but also there is something new to discover outside of battles: A new map in the Wayfarer program gives you a good overview of arenas and PokéStops all around the world. Read more about the new PokéStop map for Pokémon GO here.
