Dynamax-Lugia in Pokémon GO awaits you this weekend. How to defeat Dynamax-Lugia? We show you tips and counters.
When does the Dyna weekend start? The Dyna battle weekend starts on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 06:00 AM. It ends on Sunday, November 30, at 21:00.
What bonuses apply? The following content is active:
- Dynamax-Lugia appears in level-5 Dynamax battles
- The particle limit increases to 1,600
- You only walk a quarter of the distance for particles
- You receive eight times the amount of particles per power source, and the sources refresh more often
- The current limited research of the day is already running until the end of the event
- It brings you a Dyna-Nebulak, whose evolution you can use against Lugia
But how do you defeat Lugia? We will look at that here.
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Tip 1: Strong counters to attack Dynamax-Lugia
Lugia is a Pokémon that can withstand a lot of damage. This is likely also the case with its Dynamax form. The level-5 battle will therefore not be easy. To defeat the monster, you definitely need suitable counters and enough trainers.
Lugia has weaknesses against the types Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost, and Dark. So you need attacks from these types using suitable Pokémon.
What are strong attackers against Dynamax-Lugia? In Pokémon GO, you currently have the best damage prospects against Lugia with the following Pokémon:
- Gigantamax-Gengar
- Gigantamax-Olangaar
- Gigantamax-Riffex
- Dynamax-Gengar
- Dynamax-Urshifu
- Dynamax-Zapdos
But you also need strong monsters defensively.
Tip 2: Strong counters to defend against Lugia
Lugia has powerful attacks in its repertoire, from the types Flying, Psychic, and Water. You must be able to endure those. Your defenders should be able to soak up the attacks or even strengthen your attackers. Which are most suitable depends on the attacks that your opponent’s Lugia knows. However, the following are generally well-suited:
- Dynamax-Heiteira
- Gigantamax-Lapras
- Dynamax-Krarmor
- Zacian and Zamazenta in their king forms
- Dynamax-Metagross
- Dynamax-Latias
Tip 3: Strategically switch your Pokémon
Dynamax is not just about offense, but a game of switching.
- Your attackers should enter play only during the Dyna phase to unleash their charge attacks and otherwise stay safe
- Your defenders should have fast quick attacks (0.5-second animations) to fill the Dynamax bar as quickly as possible
- Avoid charge attacks outside of Dyna phases, as they take time and do not deal enough damage
- If you don’t have good attackers, rely on healers to support players with good attackers
Tip 4: Play with enough trainers
A Dynamax group can include up to four players, which you will likely need in the level-5 battle against Lugia. It is important to discuss who will take on which role—attacker or healer. Additionally, you should help players with counter choices who may not be very familiar with the game.
It is now also possible to invite via remote raid.
Tip 5: Use adventure effects
You can use the adventure effects from Zacian, Zamazenta, or Endynalos to gain boosts. Depending on the Pokémon, you will receive:
- Increased attack power (Zacian)
- Increased defense (Zamazenta)
- Increased attack level (Endynalos)
Additionally, Dyna-mushrooms can give you double attack power if you have some. With those, you can theoretically balance missing players to some extent.
What’s next in Pokémon GO? The weekend not only marks the end of the week but also the end of November. On Monday, December will begin. It comes not only with the upcoming season change but also all sorts of events. What are they? We will show you here: All events in Pokémon GO in December 2025.
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
