Pokemon GO's Max Monday event on January 6th, 2025, features Machop! This guide helps you prepare for this one-hour event (6 PM to 7 PM local time), where Machop will dominate Power Spots. Maximize your chances of catching this Gen 1 Fighting-type Pokemon by understanding its weaknesses and choosing the right counter-Pokemon.
Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses in Pokemon GO
Machop, a pure Fighting-type, resists Rock, Bug, and Dark-type attacks. However, it's vulnerable to Flying, Fairy, and Psychic-type moves. Keep this in mind when selecting your Dynamax Pokemon.
Top Machop Counters for Max Battles
Remember, Max Battles restrict you to using your own Dynamax Pokemon. Here are some excellent choices:
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Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing provides a significant advantage, making them top contenders.
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Charizard: Its Flying secondary type gives it an edge, combined with its generally high offensive capabilities.
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Other Powerful Dynamax Pokemon: While lacking a type advantage, powerful fully-evolved Pokemon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar can still overcome Machop with superior stats and moves. Choose those with high CP and effective movesets.
Prepare your strongest Dynamax Pokemon with these type advantages and get ready to conquer Machop during this limited-time event!
