Is Lugia with Aeroblast good in Pokemon GO PvP and PvE?

Lugia with Aeroblast was introduced in Pokemon GO back in November 2020. Since then, it has been available several times, with the latest iteration being 10 am local time from November 4 - 10 am local time on November 18, 2024, while Lugia is in 5-star raids. Aside from these events, players can get this move by using an Elite Charged TM.

Being the signature move of a box legendary, Aeroblast is no doubt powerful. However, is Lugia with Aeroblast worth using in Pokemon GO PvP and PvE? Yes, it is. This article discusses the possibilities of this move in detail.

Is Lugia with Aeroblast good in Pokemon GO Battle League?

Aeroblast is Lugia's signature move (Image via TPC)

In GO Battle League, Aeroblast is a Flying-type Charged Attack that deals 170 damage (204 including STAB) for 75 energy. If you wish to use Lugia in the Master League, it is a must for it to know this move.

No matter the shield situation, Lugia with Aeroblast always outclasses the non-legacy variant in the Master League. This is especially prominent when no shields are in play on either side of the battlefield. Lugia defeats powerful creatures it has a type disadvantage against — for example, Giratina Altered, Yveltal and Zarude — with Aeroblast, but without it, the Gen II legend loses.

Also read: Pokemon GO Lugia raid guide

Is Lugia with Aeroblast good in Pokemon GO Gyms and raids?

In PvE battles, Aeroblast is a 180-base power move that consumes 100 energy. It has an animation duration of 3.5 seconds and a damage window of 3.3 - 3.5 seconds. While Lugia is not known for its offensive prowess, if you do wish to use the creature in raids, you should use the variant that knows this exclusive move.

Also read: Can you solo defeat Lugia in Pokemon GO 5-star raids?

How to get Lugia with Aeroblast in Pokemon GO

You can get Aeroblast Lugia in Niantic's mobile game if you capture it from raids between 10 am local time on November 4 and 10 am local time on November 18, 2024. If you miss this window, you must wait for the next time it becomes available. Alternatively, you can use an Elite Charged TM on the creature to teach it this attack.

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