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 prime opportunity to add this Gen 1 Pokémon to your collection. Preparation is key, given the time constraint. This guide details Machop's weaknesses and resistances, and suggests optimal Pokémon counters.
Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses in Pokemon GO
Machop, a pure Fighting-type, boasts resistances to Rock, Dark, and Bug-type attacks. Conversely, it's vulnerable to Flying, Fairy, and Psychic-type moves. Avoid using Rock, Dark, or Bug-type Pokémon against it.
Top Machop Counters for Max Battles
Max Battles restrict you to your owned Dynamax Pokémon. While options are limited compared to standard Raids, several excel against Machop:
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Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing provides a significant advantage, making them top contenders.
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Charizard: Its Flying secondary type offers a type advantage, coupled with its inherent strength, making it another excellent choice.
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Other Powerful Dynamax Pokémon: While lacking a type advantage, powerful fully-evolved Pokémon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar can still overcome Machop through superior stats and damage output.
Remember to utilize your strongest Dynamax Pokémon with advantageous typing to maximize your chances of success during this limited-time event. Good luck, Trainers!
