The Ultimate Guide: Pokémon GO Mega Ampharos Solo Raid (August 2025)
From August 4 to August 11, 2025, Mega Ampharos will be featured in Pokémon GO raids. While it's a powerful boss, a highly skilled trainer can defeat Mega Ampharos solo. This guide provides a detailed, data-driven analysis of the best Pokémon to use and the strategies you'll need to succeed.
Mega Ampharos Raid Info & Solo Difficulty
Mega Ampharos is an Electric/Dragon-type with high attack and formidable bulk. To beat it alone, you must focus on exploiting its weaknesses with high-attack Pokémon.
- Mega Ampharos: Electric/Dragon
- Weaknesses: Ground, Ice, Dragon, Fairy
- Minimum DPS for Solo: Approx. 33.5 (damage per second)
While Mega Ampharos has four weaknesses, Ground-type attacks are the most effective. They not only deal super-effective damage but also resist Mega Ampharos's Electric-type attacks, boosting your Pokémon's survivability.
Recommended Pokémon & Battle Lineup Strategy
To beat the clock, you need a team of six Pokémon with the highest possible DPS. A team of Mega-Evolved and Shadow Pokémon is essential.
Sample Team Lineup (Highest Efficiency)
| Order | Pokémon (Moves) | Attack | Defense | HP | DPS | Notes |
| 1 | Mega Garchomp (Dragon Tail/Earthquake) | 339 | 222 | 239 | 44.2 | Ground-type attack boost |
| 2 | Shadow Mamoswine (Mud-Slap/Avalanche) | 247 | 146 | 242 | 42.5 | Top Ice/Ground-type attacker |
| 3 | Shadow Garchomp (Dragon Tail/Earthquake) | 261 | 191 | 239 | 41.8 | Utilize the Shadow bonus |
| 4 | Shadow Groudon (Mud-Slap/Earthquake) | 270 | 228 | 205 | 40.1 | A reliable Ground-type dealer |
| 5 | Landorus (Incarnate) (Mud Shot/Earth Power) | 289 | 179 | 205 | 38.5 | Powerful Legendary Ground type |
| 6 | Mamoswine (Mud-Slap/Avalanche) | 247 | 146 | 242 | 36.9 | High-level non-Shadow option |
- Lineup Order:
- Lead with Mega Garchomp to activate its Mega Boost, which increases the damage of all Ground-type moves for your entire party. This will maximize the damage output of the Pokémon that follow.
- Follow with high-DPS Pokémon like Shadow Mamoswine and Shadow Garchomp. Their high attack stats will quickly chip away at Mega Ampharos's health.
- Finish the lineup with reliable, high-level Pokémon like Mamoswine to ensure consistent damage even if your primary attackers faint.
Detailed Pokémon Analysis
- Mega Garchomp (Best Option): This is the key to a solo win. Its Mega Boost enhances both Ground and Dragon-type attacks for your team, perfectly countering Mega Ampharos's weaknesses. With a massive Attack stat of 339, it deals huge damage on its own.
- Shadow Mamoswine (Top-Tier Attacker): Combining its Shadow bonus with powerful moves like 'Avalanche,' Shadow Mamoswine boasts an incredible DPS. Its lower defense is a trade-off for its high damage, so focus on staying in the battle as long as possible.
- Shadow Garchomp: One of the most potent attackers for a solo raid. Its Shadow bonus and powerful 'Earthquake' move inflict devastating damage on Mega Ampharos.
Additional Tips for Solo Raid Success
- Weather Boost: Raid during Windy weather to boost Dragon-type attacks, increasing the damage from Garchomp. Sunny/Clear weather boosts Ground-type attacks, making your entire team more powerful.
- Quick Re-Entry: Time is your biggest enemy in a solo raid. If your team faints, exit the lobby quickly and re-enter with a new pre-saved team to minimize time lost.
- Raid with Friends: While soloing is a great challenge, Mega Ampharos can be comfortably defeated with 3 or more experienced trainers. If soloing proves too difficult, teaming up is the most efficient way to get your Mega Energy.
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