Professor Geekbeak’s Raid Research: Mega Lopunny
A scholarly analysis of Mega Lopunny raid counters from the Pokebattler Pokémon Research Institute: the top counters, their best movesets, ratings and trainers needed.
Professor Noctowl's Raid Research: Mega Lopunny
A Scholarly Analysis from the Pokebattler Pokémon Research Institute
Raid Introduction
Hello students! My name is Professor Geekbeak, and today, I wish to draw attention to Mega Lopunny. Mega Lopunny might not be the only Fighting Type mega anymore, but it is still pretty strong. Grab your notebooks, class is in session. For those who wish to do their research independently, our raw data can be found here. And for those who wish for a simple visual guide, go ahead and take a look at the below visual guide by CaptGoldfish.
Visual Guide

Raid Syllabus
Course Schedule
This raid will be taking place from June 10th to June 16th. It will be preceded by Mega Audino and Reshiram, coincide with Zekrom, and be followed by Mega Scizor and Necrozma.
Type Effectiveness & Moveset List
Fighting types have plenty of weaknesses, however, be careful, as Mega Lopunny knows a variety of charge moves, some of which could be super effective.
| Effectiveness | Types |
|---|---|
| Double Resist (0.4x) |
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| Resist (0.6x) |
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| Neutral |
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| Super Effective (1.6x) |
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| Double Super Effective (2.6x) | — |
Hyper Beam
Fire Punch
Focus Blast
Triple Axel
The Dean's List - Top 5 Counters
The Dean’s List consists of the top 5 counters to Mega Lopunny. As always, the Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and the Third Ranked will have their best moveset alternatives in a table with their rankings and a table detailing their defensive prowess against the charge moves listed above.
- Rank 1
Mega Mewtwo Y A
Psycho Cut /
Psystrike- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
1Lvl 40 trainer
- Rank 2
Mega Mewtwo X A
Counter /
Psystrike- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
1Lvl 40 trainer
- Rank 3
Mega Rayquaza A
Air Slash /
Dragon Ascent- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
1Lvl 40 trainer
- Rank 4
Mega Blaziken A
Counter /
Aura Sphere- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
1Lvl 40 trainer
- Rank 5
Shadow Mewtwo A
Confusion /
Psystrike- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
Also Noteworthy
Mega Lucario
Best movesets
| Quick move | Charged move | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|
| 100% | ||
| 99% | ||
| 94% | ||
| 92% | ||
| 91% | ||
| 87% |
| Quick move | Charged move | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|
| 100% | ||
| 98% | ||
| 98% | ||
| 93% | ||
| 91% | ||
| 89% |
| Quick move | Charged move | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|
| 100% | ||
| 93% | ||
| 74% | ||
| 71% | ||
| 71% | ||
| 64% |
Defensive Grades for Top 3
| Boss move | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutral | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Resist | Resist | Resist | |
| Neutral | Neutral | Double weak | |
| Neutral | Neutral | Resist |
Honor Roll - The Bottom 5
We here at Pokebattler Pokémon Research Institute can’t expect you to have the best counters every time. So, here are some of our other best options, most of which will be easier to find than the members of the Dean’s List.
- Rank 6
Keldeo A
Low Kick /
Secret Sword- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
- Rank 7
Mega Latios A
Zen Headbutt /
Aura Sphere- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
- Rank 8
Mewtwo A
Psycho Cut /
Psystrike- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
- Rank 9
Mega Gardevoir A
Confusion /
Psychic- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
- Rank 10
Mega Gallade A
Confusion /
Psychic- DPS
- Tank
- Reliability
2Lvl 40 trainers
Honorable Mentions
Of course, besides our 10 best counters, there are plenty of Pokémon that also work against Mega Lopunny. Here are a few star choices, worthy of praise.
Mega Alakazam
Rayquaza
Shadow Latios
Mega Heracross
Mega Latias
Galarian Articuno
Mega Salamence
Shadow Metagross
Galarian Zapdos
Tapu Lele
Zacian - Crowned Sword
Mega Metagross
Shadow Salamence
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Raikou
Enamorus
Shadow Latias
Latios
Terrakion
Weather Specialists
Sometimes, the weather can be your most powerful ally. In certain weather conditions, certain Pokémon on our list excel. The most transformative cases are noted below.
Cloudy- Mega Lucario 0.9
- Keldeo 0.9
- Mega Latios 1.0
Windy- Mewtwo 1.0
- Shadow Moltres 1.0
- Mega Gardevoir 1.0
Raid Conclusion
Overall, Mega Lopunny is a pretty easy raid. You might even be able to solo this raid, with the right conditions. Of course, if you wish to do more research on your box’s best Pokémon for the job, Pokebattler.com itself can be a great help! Remember, the best counter is the one you have powered up and ready to go. I grant extra credit to those who use their best friend bonus and the weather to their advantage. Class dismissed!









