In this guide, we show you the best counters against Zapdos in Pokémon GO. We from MeinMMO have compiled an overview of the strongest attackers and their respective movesets, so you can defeat the legendary Pokémon quickly.
When is Zapdos in raids? From July 6, 2023, at 10:00 AM to July 13, 2023, at 10:00 AM, you will find the boss in level 5 raids.
What kind of Pokémon is Zapdos? Zapdos is a legendary Pokémon from Generation 1 and belongs to the types Electric and Flying. It has no pre-evolutions or further evolutions. To defeat Zapdos as quickly as possible in the raid, we have summarized below the 20 best counters and their movesets.
Defeat Zapdos in raid – Use these counters
- Crypto-Mamutel with Powder Snow and Avalanche
- Mega-Despotar with Launch and Stone Edge
- Crypto-Despotar with Launch and Stone Edge
- Rihornior with Launch and Rock Throw
- Crypto-Mewtu with Psyshock and Ice Beam
- Rameidon with Launch and Rock Slide
- Mega-Aerodactyl with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
- Monargoras with Rock Throw and Meteor Beam
- Mega-Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Ancient Power
- Mamutel with Powder Snow and Avalanche
- Crypto-Snibunna with Ice Shard and Avalanche
- Terrakium with Launch and Rock Slide
- Crypto-Stolloss with Launch and Meteor Beam
- Crypto-Geowaz with Rock Throw and Stone Edge
- Galar-Flampivian with Ice Fang and Avalanche
- Crypto-Alola-Geowaz with Rock Throw and Stone Edge
- Mega-Firnontor with Ice Age and Avalanche
- Mega-Rexblisar with Powder Snow and Meteorologist
- Brockoloss with Launch and Meteor Beam
- Despotar with Launch and Stone Edge
Weaknesses of Zapdos: Since Zapdos belongs to the Electric and Flying Pokémon, it has a weakness to the attacks of the types Rock and Ice. Therefore, you should also use these in the raid.
Are there shiny Zapdos? Yes, with a bit of luck, you can also encounter a shiny Zapdos. However, you need to look closely, as you can mainly recognize it by its darker feet.
How many trainers do you need? To defeat Zapdos, 3 trainers with the best counters and a high trainer level are already enough. However, we recommend bringing one or more players with you.
