Pokemon GO Charizard Counters Guide

These counters are your best bet for achieving victory against Charizard in Pokemon GO!
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Charizard is one of the most iconic characters in Pokemon GO and the popular franchise as a whole. This popularity is why there are plenty of Trainers who wish to add this compelling character to their teams. However, they will need to utilize a strong cast of counters to see success in this endeavor. Fortunately, we have gathered together some of the best counters that will help you see prosperity when it comes to defeating Charizard. 

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Pokemon GO Charizard Counters

Trainers will find that Charizard is very weak against rock moves and weak against water and electric moves. These weaknesses mean that your team of counters will be very successful against Charizard if they consist of creatures who can use rock, water, and electric-type moves against the dragon. 

You can find some strong counters against this formidable raid boss that utilize these kinds of moves below:

  • Tyranitar
  • Rampardos
  • Omastar
  • Aerodactly
  • Golem
  • Regirock
  • Aggron
  • Kyogre
  • Raikou
  • Swampert
  • Rayquaza
  • Kingler
  • Rhyperior
  • Terrakion
  • Starmie

 Pokemon GO Charizard Counters

Rock-types like Golem are some of the best creatures to use against this fire and flying-type character, considering that the dragon character receives effective double damage against rock-type moves. This effective double damage makes this kind of character the most powerful for you to use on your teams for this particular raid boss encounter in the famous mobile game. 

Do you want to learn more about Pokemon GO besides the best counters to use when facing off against Charizard? If so, be sure to check out our dedicated hub for the high-profile game or three of our most recent pieces of coverage below:

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