Pokémon Go Guzzlord raid guide, counters, weaknesses and moveset explained

Guzzlord is the seventh Ultra Beast to be introduced in Pokémon Go. Players can encounter Guzzlord during raids, where defeating it allows for a chance to catch this unique Pokémon. Guzzlord cannot be caught directly; you must defeat it in a raid first to unlock an encounter using Premier Balls, which are awarded based on various factors such as the time taken to defeat it and your teamwork with other players.

Guzzlord Counters and Weaknesses in Pokémon Go

To successfully take down Guzzlord, it’s important to know its counters and weaknesses:

• Types: Guzzlord is a Dark and Dragon-type Pokémon.
• Double Weakness: Guzzlord is particularly vulnerable to Fairy-type attacks.
• Weak Against: Guzzlord also has weaknesses to Fighting, Bug, Ice, and Dragon-type attacks.
• Best Mega Counters: Mega Gardevoir is the top choice, followed by Mega Alakazam with Dazzling Gleam and Mega Rayquaza with Dragon-type moves.
• Strong Counters: Shadow Gardevoir and Shadow Granbull are excellent options. Other strong Fairy-types include Enamorus, Xerneas, Togekiss, Tapu Koko, Tapu Lele, and Sylveon. Xurkitree, while not a Fairy-type, has Dazzling Gleam, making it a strong choice as well. If you lack Mega Alakazam or Mega Altaria, Mega Lopunny with Double Kick and Focus Blast can also perform adequately.
• Tips: Utilize Guzzlord’s double weakness to Fairy-type attacks for an easier battle. Start with Mega Gardevoir and proceed with your best available options.

Guzzlord CP in Pokémon Go

Here are the CP levels relevant to battling and capturing Guzzlord:

• Raid CP: Guzzlord has 26,545 CP in raids.
• Catch CP Range: The CP for catching Guzzlord ranges from 1565 to 1650.
• Weather Boost: If caught in Foggy or Windy weather, its CP can increase to 1956 to 2062.
• Perfect CP: A perfect Guzzlord CP is 1650 or 2062 (weather boosted).
• Trainers Needed: While battling Guzzlord, it’s possible to defeat it with two trainers, but three is recommended for the best chances.

Best Guzzlord Moveset in Pokémon Go

Guzzlord features a versatile moveset. The optimal setup consists of:

• Fast Moves:
  • Dragon Tail (Dragon)
  • Snarl (Dark)
• Charged Moves:
  • Dragon Claw (Dragon)
  • Brutal Swing (Dark)
  • Crunch (Dark)
  • Sludge Bomb (Poison)

Everything We Know About Guzzlord

Guzzlord is a Dark and Dragon-type Pokémon originating from Gen 7, recognized as the seventh Ultra Beast in Pokémon Go. According to its Pokédex entry, ‘Although it’s alien to this world and a danger here, it’s apparently a common organism in the world where it normally lives.’

Guzzlord boasts high HP but has low Defense, Speed, and Attack stats. While it may not excel in raids, it could be a viable option in PVP battles depending on its moveset. Although it’s not useful in the Great League, it could be considered in the Ultra League, where its unique typing might provide an interesting strategy. However, its performance in the Master League is limited, making it less critical to seek out a perfect Guzzlord.

Good luck in your quest to defeat and catch Guzzlord in Pokémon Go!