Mega Charizard X, while the lesser Mega Charizard Evolution in terms of battle capabilities, is a tough opponent in Pokemon GO Mega Raids. Here is everything you need to know about taking down the evolved form of the most iconic Gen 1 starter.
Mega Charizard X Weaknesses & Type Counters
While normally a Flying/Fire-type Pokemon, Mega Charizard X changes its typing to a much more ferocious Fire/Dragon-type. This means Mega Charizard X takes Super Effective damage from Dragon, Ground, and Rock-type moves.
| Pokemon | Type | Vulnerable To | Strong Against | Resistant To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mega Charizard X | Fire/Dragon | Dragon Ground Rock | Grass Ice Bug Steel Electric Rock Dragon | Fire Grass Ice Bug Steel Fairy Water Electric |
Since Charizard has moves that are strong against Rock and Dragon Pokemon, players are better off using Ground types. That said, make sure your dual typing isn’t one from the list above, or else you’ll be at risk of taking a lot of damage.
Best Counters for Mega Charizard X
While Ground types are statistically better, you’ll notice a lot of Dragon-type Pokemon on the list below. That’s because Mega Charizard X is pretty easy to take down, and a team full of uber Dragon Pokemon will make this Mega Raid a breeze.
| Pokemon | Moves |
|---|---|
 Mega Rayquaza | Dragon Tail Outrage |
 Primal Groudon | Dragon Tail Precipice Blades |
 Mega Garchomp | Dragon Tail Outrage |
 Mega Salamence | Dragon Tail Outrage |
 Rhyperior | Mud-Slap Rock Wrecker |
 Dragonite | Dragon Tail Outrage |
 Rampardos | Smack Down Rock Slide |
 Palkia | Dragon Tail Spacial Rend |
 Dialga | Dragon Breath Roar of Time |
 Mega Tyranitar | Smack Down Stone Edge |
Again, Mega Charizard isn’t as powerful as it looks. We recommend two or three trainers team up for this fight. Make sure all of your Pokemon are above 3,500 CP, and if you use ones from the list above, you should be fine.
If you’re looking to get your hands on some of the all-around strongest Pokemon for PvE, check out our Pokemon GO Raid Tier List. And if you’re looking for which raids are on the horizon, stop over at our Pokemon GO Raid Schedule.
