Pokémon Go Mega Heracross counters, weaknesses and moveset explained

Mega Heracross, the Mega Evolved form of the Single Horn Pokémon, is now available in Pokémon Go. This Pokémon, inspired by the stag beetle, features a unique design that includes two horns upon its Mega Evolution, which can be a bit misleading given its classification as the Single Horn Pokémon.

As a standout in the game, Mega Heracross is not only the top Bug-type attacker but also the leading Fighting-type attacker, surpassing other notable Mega Evolutions like Mega Pinsir and Mega Blaziken. If you haven’t yet acquired one, be sure to gather enough Mega Heracross Energy while it’s available!

It’s important to note that Mega Heracross cannot be caught directly in the game. Instead, players must defeat it in Mega Raids to collect sufficient Mega Energy for its temporary evolution. Below, you will find detailed information about Mega Heracross’s counters and weaknesses to help you succeed in Pokémon Go. Remember, you need a Heracross in your Pokémon storage to perform its Mega Evolution.

Mega Heracross Counters and Weaknesses in Pokémon Go

The quickest way to gather Mega Heracross Energy is by defeating one in a Mega Raid. Here’s what you need to know about its counters and weaknesses:

• Types: Mega Heracross is a Bug and Fighting-type Pokémon.
• Double Weakness: It is particularly vulnerable to Flying-type attacks.
• Weak Against: Mega Heracross is weak to Fairy, Fire, and Psychic-type attacks.
• Resistant To: It has resistance to Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type attacks.
• Best Mega Counters: Mega Rayquaza reigns supreme against its Flying-type weaknesses, followed by Mega Pidgeot and Mega Charizard Y.
• Best Non-Mega Counters: The ideal team would include a Mega Rayquaza and five standard Rayquazas, with Shadow Moltres, Shadow Honchkrow, Shadow Staraptor, Yveltal, and Enamorous also shining in this role.
• Number of Players Required: At least two Trainers with fully optimal counters are needed, but aiming for six is advisable.
• Tactics: Utilize its double weakness to Flying-types by deploying your strongest Pokémon, especially if they are Legendary Flying types.

Mega Heracross CP in Pokémon Go

Here are the CP levels relevant to battling Mega Heracross and capturing an Heracross post-fight:

• Mega Heracross Raid CP: 51,078 CP
• CP Range for Catching Heracross: 1693 to 1772 CP
• Weather Boost (Rainy/Cloudy): 2116 to 2215 CP

Best Mega Heracross Moveset in Pokémon Go

Mega Heracross proves to be an excellent Pokémon, holding the title of best Bug and Fighting-type attacker. However, considering the overall performance of Bug-types, being the best can be somewhat relative.

For optimal performance, Mega Heracross’s best moveset includes Counter (Fast) and Megahorn (Bug). However, if you aim to maximize damage, swapping Megahorn for Close Combat could yield better results against Pokémon weak to Fighting. There is overlap here, as Psychic, Grass, and Dark types are vulnerable to Bug, while Fighting moves are effective against Normal, Rock, Steel, Ice, and Dark types.

Here’s a summary of the Fast and Charged moves Mega Heracross can utilize:

Fast Moves:

• Counter (Fighting)
• Struggle Bug (Bug)

Charged Moves:

• Megahorn (Bug)
• Earthquake (Ground)
• Close Combat (Fighting)
• Rock Blast (Rock)

Everything We Know About Heracross

Heracross, the Single Horn Pokémon, has gained popularity among fans, especially those fond of bug Pokémon. It belongs to a group of bug Pokémon that received Mega Evolutions, including Scyther and Pinsir. Despite its impressive strength, Heracross enjoys a laid-back lifestyle, often seen resting on trees and sipping nectar.

Interestingly, Mega Heracross’s classification as the Single Horn Pokémon becomes a bit confusing once it evolves, as it gains a second horn. Here are the Pokédex entries for both forms:

• Heracross: “It loves sweet nectar. To keep all the nectar to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn. With its herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.”
• Mega Heracross: “It can grip things with its two horns and lift 500 times its own body weight. A tremendous influx of energy builds it up, but when Mega Evolution ends, Heracross is bothered by terrible soreness in its muscles.”

Heracross also recently received a shiny variant, making it even more desirable for collectors. The shiny Mega Heracross showcases a beautiful light purple hue, and it’s worth noting that male and female Heracross can be distinguished by the shapes of their horns. Male Heracross have bow-shaped tips, while females have heart-shaped tips.

Good luck on your quest to defeat Mega Heracross in Pokémon Go!