Pokemon GO's Max Monday event returns on January 6th, 2025, featuring the Fighting-type Machop! This one-hour event (6 PM to 7 PM local time) sees Machop dominating Power Spots, offering a limited window to battle and capture this Gen 1 Pokémon. Preparation is key, so let's explore Machop's weaknesses and the best counter-Pokémon.
Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses:
Machop, a pure Fighting-type, resists Rock, Bug, and Dark-type attacks. However, it's significantly vulnerable to Flying, Fairy, and Psychic-type moves. This knowledge is crucial for selecting your battle team.
Optimal Counter-Pokémon for Machop:
Max Battles restrict you to your owned Dynamax Pokémon, limiting options compared to standard Raids. Nevertheless, several strong choices exploit Machop's weaknesses:
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Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing, combined with strong stats, makes them top contenders.
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Charizard: Its Flying secondary type provides a significant advantage. Charizard's overall power further enhances its effectiveness.
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Other Powerful Options: While lacking a type advantage, fully evolved Pokémon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar possess the raw power to overcome Machop.
Remember, this event is time-sensitive! Choose your strongest Dynamax Pokémon with the appropriate type advantage to maximize your chances of capturing Machop during this limited-time Max Monday event.
