Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle guide: Weaknesses and best counters
Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battles will be available and active for the first time in the game as part of the Halloween 2024 Part I event. From Tuesday, October 22, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, October 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. local time, trainers will have the chance to face off against this spooky Ghost/Poison-type Pokemon in one-star Max Battles.
This Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle guide will help you prepare for this challenge and cover weaknesses, best counters, and other key information.
Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle weaknesses
What is super-effective against Dynamax Gastly?
Since Gastly is a Ghost- and Poison-type Pokemon. The following types are super-effective against Gastly:
- Ground-type
- Psychic-type .
- Ghost-type
- Dark-type
The Dynamax version of Gastly will feature increased health and strength, making it a formidable foe. To deal the most damage, utilize Max Moves that capitalize on Gastly’s weaknesses:
- Max Quake (Ground-type)
- Max Darkness (Dark-type)
- Max Mindstorm (Psychic-type)
- Max Phantasm (Ghost-type)
Also read: GO Max Battles: Everything you need to know
Gastly's stat distribution and moveset in Pokemon GO
Keep the following stat distribution in mind for Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle:
- Attack: 186
- Defense: 67
Gastly has access to several Fast and Charged moves, which can make it tricky to deal with:
- Fast Attacks: Sucker Punch, Astonish, Lick
- Charged Attacks: Dark Pulse, Sludge Bomb, Night Shade, Ominous Wind
Participating in Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battles requires 250 Max Particles, but you will only be charged if you win. Up to four players can challenge Gastly in these battles, as long as they are within an 80-meter radius of the Power Spot.
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Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle best counters
To maximize your chances of victory, you will want to bring Pokemon that can hit hard while resisting Gastly’s attacks. Here are some of the best counters:
- Dynamax Greedent with Mud Shot (for Max Quake) and Crunch
- Dynamax Metagross with Zen Headbutt (Max Mindstorm) and Earthquake or Psychic
- Dynamax Blastoise with Bite (Max Darkness) and Hydro Cannon
Keep in mind, when using Metagross be careful of Gastly's Ghost moves as the Pychic-/Steel-type Pokemon is weak to them.
You can also bring any moderately powered-up creature that deals neutral damage to help chip away at Gastly’s health. Pokemon with decent bulk and neutral offensive power should perform well in the battle.
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Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle catch CP and shiny availability
Once you defeat Dynamax Gastly, you will have a chance to catch it. The catch CP will vary depending on the weather:
- No Weather Boost: 649 CP - 702 CP at level 20
- Weather Boosted (Cloudy or Foggy): 812 CP - 878 CP at level 25
What are the 100% IVs from Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battles?
- No weather boost: 702 CP
- Weather boosted (Cloudy or Foggy): 878 CP
Can Gastly be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Dynamax Gastly will be available during this event. Though the odds of encountering a shiny Gastly are low, it is always worth the effort for the chance to encounter a shiny in the Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle.
Also read: How to get Max Particles in the game
Participating and battling in the Halloween 2024 event's Pokemon GO Gastly Max Battle can be a fun and rewarding experience. By preparing with the right counters, exploiting its weaknesses, and coordinating with friends, you will be well on your way to victory. Additionally, with the chance to catch a shiny Gastly, this event is a must-participate for fans and dedicated players.
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