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Metagross Mega

Metagross Mega

STEELPSYCHIC
HP
80
Atk
145
Def
150
SpA
105
SpD
110
Spe
110
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Weaknesses

  • DARK2x
  • FIRE2x
  • GHOST2x
  • GROUND2x

Best Nature

Jolly 2/32/0/0/0/32

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus23.3%
  2. Psychic FangsPSYCHICPhysical22.1%
  3. Iron HeadSTEELPhysical16.5%
  4. Bullet PunchSTEELPhysical8.6%

Best Ability / Item

Tough ClawsMetagrossiteMetagrossite

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Best Metagross Mega Moves

  • #1

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    23.27%
  • #2

    Psychic Fangs

    PSYPhysical85 BP

    The user attacks by biting the target with its psychic capabilities. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

    22.15%
  • #3

    Iron Head

    STEPhysical80 BP

    The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

    16.48%
  • #4

    Bullet Punch

    STEPhysical40 BP

    The user strikes the target with tough punches as fast as bullets. This move always goes first.

    8.58%
  • #5

    Body Press

    FIGPhysical80 BP

    The user attacks by slamming its body into the target. The higher the user's Defense stat, the greater the damage this move deals.

    6.87%
  • #6

    Stomping Tantrum

    GROPhysical75 BP

    Driven by frustration, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.

    5.45%
  • #7

    Ice Punch

    ICEPhysical75 BP

    The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.

    4.95%
  • #8

    Meteor Mash

    STEPhysical90 BP

    The target is hit with a hard punch fired like a meteor. This may also boost the user’s Attack stat.

    4.19%
  • #9

    Hammer Arm

    FIGPhysical100 BP

    The user swings its strong, heavy fist at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the user's Speed stat.

    2.03%
  • #10

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

    Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

    1.38%
  • #11

    Other

    4.65%

Best Metagross Mega Natures

  • #1

    Jolly 2/32/0/0/0/32

    24.63%
  • #2

    Jolly 14/27/0/0/0/25

    9.00%
  • #3

    Adamant 30/32/1/0/1/2

    6.12%
  • #4

    Adamant 2/32/0/0/0/32

    4.45%
  • #5

    Adamant 16/25/0/0/0/25

    4.10%
  • #6

    Jolly 9/32/0/0/0/25

    2.90%
  • #7

    Adamant 14/27/0/0/0/25

    1.90%
  • #8

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

    1.89%
  • #9

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/0/2

    1.84%
  • #10

    Jolly 10/23/1/0/0/32

    1.45%
  • #11

    Other

    41.72%

Best Metagross Mega Abilities

  • #1

    Tough Claws

    Powers up moves that make direct contact.

    100.00%

Best Metagross Mega Items

  • #1
    Metagrossite

    Metagrossite

    Allows Metagross to Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross.

    94.98%
  • #2
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    1.53%
  • #3
    Metal Coat

    Metal Coat

    Raises the power of Steel-type moves. Allows Onix and Scyther to evolve when traded.

    0.94%
  • #4
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

    Raises user's Speed , but they can only use one move.

    0.39%
  • #5
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    0.37%
  • #6
    Silk Scarf

    Silk Scarf

    Must be returned to Destin to complete Side Mission 150: "Corvisquire's Search".

    0.30%
  • #7
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Increases the power of super effective moves.

    0.30%
  • #8
    Occa Berry

    Occa Berry

    Reduces damage taken from a super effective Fire-type move.

    0.22%
  • #9
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

    Restores 30 HP in Generation III . Restores ¼ of maximum HP from Generation IV onwards.

    0.19%
  • #10
    Colbur Berry

    Colbur Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Dark-type move by 50%.

    0.17%
  • #11

    Other

    0.61%

Best Metagross Mega Teammates

  • #1
    GarchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
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    8.05%
  • #2
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
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    7.24%
  • #3
    GrimmsnarlGrimmsnarl
    DARFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.41%
  • #4
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.52%
  • #5
    PelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
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    5.23%
  • #6
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.12%
  • #7
    HydreigonHydreigon
    DARDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    5.09%
  • #8
    ArchaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    4.01%
  • #9
    Charizard-Mega-YCharizard-Mega-Y
    FIRFLY
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    3.92%
  • #10
    Swampert-MegaSwampert-Mega
    WATGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.87%
  • #11

    Other

    45.54%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Metagross Mega?

The best moveset for Metagross Mega in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Psychic Fangs, Iron Head, Bullet Punch.

How to counter Metagross Mega in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Metagross Mega can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (dark 2x, fire 2x, ghost 2x, ground 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Metagross Mega?

The best item for Metagross Mega is typically Metagrossite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.