How to solo defeat Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO 3-star raids
Trainers seeking to take down Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO should be well-prepared, especially with the Galarian Expedition: Taken Over event featuring this formidable opponent. Shadow Mawile, originally introduced in December 2017 and later made available in its Shadow form in February 2020, is a unique combination of Steel and Fairy types.
Feature a massive Combat Power and a large amount of resistances, soloing Shadow Mawile might take some strategizing. This article provides essential strategies, counters, and tips for soloing this 3-star raid.
Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the writer's opinion.
How to solo defeat Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO Shadow Raids
Before discussing counters and strategies, let’s look at Shadow Mawile's stats and moveset to form a well-rounded battle plan.
- Type: Steel and Fairy
- Combat Power: 12,739
- Attack: 155
- Defense: 141
- Stamina: 3,600 HP
- Fast Attacks: Bite, Fire Fang, Astonish, Ice Fang, Fairy Wind
- Charged Attacks: Vice Grip, Iron Head, Play Rough, Power-Up Punch, Frustration
- Weaknesses: Fire, Ground
- Resistances: Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fairy, Grass, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock
Understanding these stats is crucial for selecting the best counters to maximize your chances of victory.
Note: The recommended solo-capable counter Pokemon are based on simulated game data, and results may vary. For best results, it's advised for the recommended Pokemon below to have the highest possible IV stats and be powered up to the highest possible CP to successfully clear the raid solo.
Without any Weather Boosts in play
To effectively solo Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO, trainers can rely on a few top counters that exploit its weaknesses. Here are the best Pokemon for the job:
- Primal or Shadow Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades: With its high Attack and Stamina, Primal Groudon effectively counters Shadow Mawile with Ground-type moves. Mud Shot allows for quick energy generation, leading to powerful Precipice Blades attacks.
- Mega Charizard Y with Fire Spin and Blast Burn: Mega Charizard Y excels as a Fire-type attacker, utilizing Fire Spin for rapid energy gain and unleashing Blast Burn for high damage output. Under sunny weather, its Fire-type moves become even more formidable.
- Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn: As a Fire/Fighting type, Mega Blaziken delivers consistent damage using Fire Spin and Blast Burn. Its versatile typing allows it to adapt to various threats while maximizing damage against Shadow Mawile. Beware of possible incoming Fairy-types moves though.
- Shadow Chandelure with Fire Spin and Overheat: Shadow Chandelure benefits from high attack stats and dual typing, making it an effective counter. Fire Spin generates energy quickly for powerful Overheat attacks, while its Ghost typing adds survivability.
- Mega Garchomp with Mud Shot and Earth Power: Mega Garchomp capitalizes on Shadow Mawile’s weaknesses with its Ground moveset. Mud Shot provides fast energy gain, enabling frequent use of Earth Power to deal substantial damage throughout the battle.
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Additional solo counters to Pokemon GO Shadow Mawile raids based on Weather Boosts
When battling Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO, certain weather conditions can enhance your party’s effectiveness. Consider the following recommendations:
- Shadow Moltres with Fire Spin and Overheat
- Shadow Entei with Fire Spin and Flamethrower
- Shadow Excadrill with Mud Shot and Scorching Sands
- Landorus Therian with Mud Shot and Sandsear Storm
- Mega Charizard X with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
- Shadow Magmortar with Fire Spin and Fire Punch
- Heatran with Fire Spin and Magma Storm
- Reshiram with Fire Fang and Fusion Flare
- Shadow Darmanitan with Fire Fang and Overheat
- Volcarona with Fire Spin and Overheat
- Blacephalon with Incinerate and Mystical Fire
- Shadow Ho-Oh with Hidden Power and Sacred Fire
- Mega Swampert with Mud Shot and Earthquake
- Shadow Infernape with Fire Spin and Flamethrower
- Shadow Mamoswine with Mud-Slap and High Horsepower
- Mega Houndoom with Fire Fang and Flamethrower
- Shadow Mewtwo with Psycho Cut Flamethrower
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To beat Shadow Mawile in Pokemon GO solo, utilize a mix of the recommended Pokemon, noting their optimal movesets and the weather conditions. By preparing your team thoughtfully and understanding Mawile’s weaknesses, you can secure a solo victory without the need for a raid group.
With the right counters and strategies, you can triumph over Shadow Mawile and add this unique creature to your Pokemon GO collection.
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