How to beat Dynamax Latias Max Battles in Pokemon GO: Best counters, shiny odds, 100% CP, and more

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To defeat Dynamax Latias Max Battles in Pokemon GO, you must use a set of counters that can exploit the Power Spot boss's weaknesses. The creature can be challenged between 6 am and 9 pm local time on July 26 and 27, 2025. You can do so either in person using 800 MP or remotely using one Remote Raid Pass in addition to the Max Particles.

This article covers all Dynamax Latias' weaknesses and suggests the best counters to use to defeat it in 5-star Max Battles in Pokemon GO.


Best counters to use against Dynamax Latias Max Battles in Pokemon GO

Defenders

DefenderFast MoveKey SkillNotes
Crown Sword ZacianMetal ClawMax Guard

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Crown Shield ZamazentaMetal ClawMax Guard

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Dynamax HattereneCharmMax Attack

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Dynamax CorviknightSand AttackMax Guard

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Dynamax BlisseyPoundMax Spirit

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Dynamax MetagrossFury CutterMax Spirit

Relobby if Latias has Thunder

Dynamax LatiasDragon BreathMax Guard-

Attackers

AttackerFast MoveKey SkillNotes
Gigantamax GengarLickLevel 3 Max Attack

Use only during Dynamax Phase to avoid getting OHKO

Dynamax LatiosDragon BreathLevel 3 Max Attack-
Dynamax GengarLickLevel 3 Max Attack

Use only during Dynamax Phase to avoid getting OHKO

Dynamax Single Strike UrshifuSucker PunchLevel 3 Max Attack-
Dynamax HattereneCharmLevel 3 Max Attack

Can double-up as defender as well.

Dynamax LatiasDragon BreathLevel 3 Max Attack

Can double-up as defender as well.

Dynamax CharizardDragon BreathLevel 3 Max Attack-
Dynamax CryogonalIce ShardLevel 3 Max Attack-
Gigantamax LaprasPsywaveLevel 3 Max Attack-

Also read: Pokemon GO Dynamax attackers tier list


Best team composition and strategy for Pokemon GO Dynamax Latias Max Battles

The best team to take down Dynamax Latias Max Battles includes Crown Sword Zacian, Dynamax Blissey, and Gigantamax Gengar. The first two are great at soaking hits, while Gengar will deal chunks of damage with its Ghost-type super-effective attacks.


Dynamax Latias' weaknesses and resistances in Pokemon GO

Weaknesses

  • Dragon
  • Ice
  • Fairy
  • Bug
  • Ghost
  • Dark

Resistances

  • Psychic
  • Fighting
  • Grass
  • Fire
  • Water
  • Electric

Pokemon GO Dynamax Latias shiny odds from Max Battles

Shiny Latias comparison (Image via TPC)Shiny Latias comparison (Image via TPC)

There is a 1-in-20 chance you will encounter the shiny variant of Latias after you take down the creature in Power Spots. Being a legendary, shiny Latias is a guaranteed catch as long as you can land at least one ball.


Dynamax Latias 100% CP from Max Battles (Hundo CP)

Dynamax Latias' Hundo CP is as follows:

  • No weather boost: 2,006 CP

The creature can be found at the following CP range:

  • No weather boost: 1,921 CP to 2,006 CP at Level 20 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)

Also read: Crowned Sword Zacian vs Crowned Shield Zamazenta in Pokemon GO comparison


Dynamax Latias in Pokemon GO: Stats, moves, and upgrade cost

  • Attack: 228
  • Defense: 246
  • Stamina: 190
  • Fast Attacks/Max Moves: Zen Headbutt (Max Mindstorm), Dragon Breath (Max Wyrmwind), Charm (Max Starfall)
  • Charged Attacks: Thunder, Psychic, Outrage, and Mist Ball
  • Max Move upgrade costs: Level 1 - 400 MP and 80 Candy; Level 2 - 600 MP and 130 Candy; Level Max - 800 MP and 55 Candy XL

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