A look at the newly revealed Mega Evolutions in Pokemon X & Y, and what they mean for the future of the franchise.
Mega Venausaur
Mega Venusaur is a dual-type Grass/Poison Venusaur Mega Evolution debuted in Pokémon X& Y. This metamorphosis has significantly enhanced numbers and ability, enabling it to be the team’s powerhouse.
Its Grass/Poison type provides it with more than quadruple the resistances of its unevolved form, making it very tough to defeat. Its heightened strength lets it to do massive amounts of damage even with STAB attacks, and its Ability Thick Fat boosts its defensive capabilities even more.
Furthermore, Mega Venusaur has access to a variety of attacks like as Earthquake, Sludge Wave, and Solar Beam, allowing it to efficiently attack a variety of sorts. With its bulkiness and amazing overall strength, there is no question that this Pokémon is one of the game’s most powerful Mega Evolutions.
Mega Charizard X
Mega Charizard X is a mega-evolved variant of the iconic Fire and Flying type Pokémon Charizard. When Charizard possesses the Charizardite X Mega Stone, it may change from its usual form into this formidable Mega Evolution. This new form has a very high Attack stat while sacrificing neither Speed nor Special Attack.
Mega Charizard X has the Ability Tough Claws, which allows its attacks to deliver considerably more damage than normal, in addition to better physical numbers. Despite its cheerful personality, Mega Charizard X is a difficult opponent in bouts involving a variety of kinds.
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y is a Mega Evolution of Charizard, the popular fire and flying-type Pokémon. It is brilliant yellow and orange in color, with a spiky head crest. Mega Charizard becomes significantly bigger than its initial form, getting extra wings and tail feather spikes to assist its tremendous flying. It also gets new dazzling blue eyes, and its fur is now a deep purple color.
This strong fire type has access to destructive skills like Dazzling Gleam and Solar Beam in combat. It also has access to the rare attack “Devastating Drake,” which strikes all five opponents with immense power at the same time.
Mega Charizard Y distinguishes itself from the other Mega Evolutions because to its sleek look and powerful attacking powers, which make it an excellent option in combat.
Mega Blastoise
Mega Blastoise is a devastating Fire-type attack seen in Pokémon X and Y. After successfully training their Blastoise to level 70, the player has access to this Mega Evolution. Mega Blastoise, once unlocked, becomes one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game, blasting opponents with Fire-type attacks. When employed appropriately, its special attack, Hydro Cannon, can do huge damage and has a high accuracy rate.
Furthermore, Mega Blastoise’s Defense stat is exceptionally powerful, allowing it to effortlessly absorb strikes from many of the game’s toughest Pokémon. Grant, the leader of Gym №2 Cyllage Gym, specializes in Mega Evolutions and often employs Mega Blastoise as his main combatant.
Mega Gengar
Mega Gengar is a Dark/Ghost Mega Evolution of Gengar that can be found in Pokémon X. It has greater starting numbers than its conventional version, notably a higher Special Attack stat of 170 vs 60.
Mega Gengar possesses the ability Levitate, which can be earned by utilizing a Gengarite during combat. It does not have any unique Special Attacks, but its Speed stat is now equivalent to its entire HP stat.
The colour of Mega Gengar varies from that of its ordinary form in that it is considerably darker and seems more ominous. When compared to the original form, its body seems to have veins throughout, and its distinctive cheerful face looks to be frowning. Because of the dark hue around them, its eyes seem to be more locked up than usual.
Mega Aerodactyl
Mega Aerodactyl is one of the most powerful and recognizable Mega Evolutions in the game. This Pokémon of the Rock/Flying type has tremendous numbers, but its impact is what makes it extremely dangerous.
Aerodactyl obtains the Ability Tough Claws after Mega Evolution, which boosts its attack damage while using physical moves. This is particularly more amazing given that Rock Slide is one of its hallmark techniques, giving it an extremely strong and adaptable physical attack option. Aerodactyl also gains a boost to its Special Defense stat, which, when paired with Tough Claws, makes it a very difficult Pokémon to beat.
With these added benefits, it’s easy to understand why Korrina at Gym #3 Shalour Gym picked Aerodactyl as her go-to Mega Evolution Pokémon for her squad.
Mega Ampharos
Mega Ampharos is one of Pokémon X&Y’s Mega Evolutions. Mega Ampharos evolved from Ampharos and is a Dragon and Electric-type Pokémon. It has a maximum height of 7’03”.
Mega Ampharos’ electric capabilities are enhanced, making it considerably stronger than before. It also acquires certain defensive qualities as a result of its improved electric prowess. The Dragon type ability protects it against dragon assaults and grants it access to powerful dragon skills like as Draco Meteor and Outrage, which are very powerful offensive abilities. Its Electric type also grants it tremendous electric-based strikes like Thunder Punch and Thunderbolt. All of these characteristics combine to make Mega Ampharos a dangerous opponent in combat.
Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken is a Generation III Pokémon of the Fire and Fighting types. It is a strong development of the previous Blaziken, which debuted in Generation II. While the original Blaziken possesses the Blaze Ability, Mega Blaziken acquires two new and strong abilities: Speed Boost and Tough Claws.
Mega Blaziken’s speed increases each turn it is in fight using Speed Boost. Tough Claws strengthens any technique that makes physical contact with an opponent. Furthermore, Mega Blaziken’s Attack stat rises dramatically while its Defense falls significantly, making it a powerful Pokmon with version exclusives that allow it to use both attacking and defensive techniques in combat.
Mega Lucario
Mega Lucario is a strong Pokémon that has risen to prominence in the Pokémon X& Y games. It is Lucario’s Mega Evolution, and it is one of the few known Mega Evolutions that can be gained in-game by fulfilling specific objectives. It debuted in Generation VI as one of eight Mega Evolution forms accessible while fighting a Lucarionite.
Mega Lucario’s look differs from that of its pre-evolved form, with rock-like fur and more pointed ears. Its forepaws have sharpened and grown more flexible, letting it to throw devastating energy assaults from a distance. When it Mega Evolves, its type changes from Steel/Fighting to Steel/Fairy, with Fairy added as a secondary type for more strength and protection. This modification gives it access to new moves including Dazzling Gleam and Moonblast. Furthermore, its stats have improved significantly; with the exception of Special Defense, all of which have increased by 50%.
Mega Abomasnow
Mega Abomasnow is a Mega Evolution of the Pokémon Abomasnow from Generation VI. It is acquired in Pokémon Y by evolving a Snover into an Abomasnow and then activating the Mega Evolution. It gets increased mass in its body as it evolves, as well as fresh yellow facial tattoos around its lips.
Although it is still largely a Grass-type Pokémon, Mega Evolving transforms it into a Grass/Ice-Type Pokémon with strong resistances to Fire and Water type techniques. This form enhances its stats greatly while also allowing access to additional abilities such as Snow Warning, which summons hail upon entering combat, and Ice Boost, which increases special attack.
Mega Mewtwo X
Mega Mewtwo X is a strong Psychic/Fighting-type Pokémon debuted in the series’ sixth generation. It is a special Mega Evolution that can only be obtained by purchasing the physical or digital edition of Pokémon X. Mega Mewtwo X is acquired by combining an unique Key Stone and Mega Stone, letting it to evolve into its Mega Evolution form.
It has better Attack and Special Defense stats than other Psychic Type Pokémon, giving it an excellent option for fighting tough opponents. Its Serene Grace Ability increases the power of its secondary effects by 50%, letting it to fully use attacks like Thunderbolt, Ice Beam, and Psychic. Mega Mewtwo X is expected to be a favorite among gamers looking for the best of both worlds, thanks to its great strength and adaptability.
Mega Mewtwo Y
Massive Mewtwo Y is the mega evolved version of Mewtwo, a Pokémon of the Psychic type. It has an unusual look, with two wings and a tail like a sea monster or dragon. It is the same height as its pre-evolution but twice as heavy. Its eyes become golden, and its gray fur turns platinum white. When it can fly with its wings, its strength and speed grow substantially.
Its combat powers grow exponentially; it can halt strikes with one hand and unleash devastatingly strong psychic techniques like Psychic, Psystrike, and Barrier. Mega Mewtwo Y may also use Psystrike, which does physical damage dependent on the target’s Special Defense rather than its Defense number. Mega Mewtwo Y receives access to a variety of new moves, including:
- Solar Beam
- Dark Void
- Aura Sphere
- Recover
Mega Gardevoir
Mega Gardevoir is a Psychic/Fairy type Pokémon discovered in the fifth Gym of Pokémon X and Y’s Lumiose City. Clemont is the Gym Manager at this location. While battling this Gym, Mega Gardevoir will appear as a Mega Evolution.
Mega Gardevoir, following its transformation, is one of the most powerful special attackers, with an amazing base 125 Special Attack stat and strong overall 125 base stats. It is also quite versatile, owing to its multiple support moves such as Will-O-Wisp and Moonblast, giving it an excellent pick for a wide range of conflicts. Its trademark move, Hyper Voice, magnifies its powerful attack even more, allowing it to blast many enemies with its great force.
Mega Gardevoir, in addition to its offensive powers, has astonishing bulk for a special sweeper, sporting an incredible 130/80 defenses that allow it to survive certain physical assaults as well. Overall, Mega Gardevoir is one of the most powerful Psychic-types in the game, and is an important addition to any squad attempting to take down Clemont’s Lumiose Gym.
Mega Absol
Mega Absol is one of Pokemon X&Y’s Mega Evolutions. It is a Dark-type Pokémon with the abilities Magic Bounce and Super Luck. Its look transforms from a typical Absol to a more intimidating one, with its head getting broader and longer and more muscular. The scythe-like horn on its head has also grown longer and sharper.
Mega Absol’s stats have enhanced, notably in Attack, where it gains 140 points. It also has a larger basic stat total than conventional Absol, reaching to 650 instead of 465. Mega Absol may be employed as an offensive powerhouse in fights due to its boosted Attack stat and availability to powerful skills like Sucker Punch, Flame Charge, Knock Off, Pursuit, Ice Beam, and Superpower.
Mega Alakazam
Mega Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokémon that was introduced in Pokémon X& Y. When a special item known as the Mega Stone is put on it, it develops from Alakazam. Mega Alakazam possesses incredible psychic powers and new moves including Psychic and Focus Blast. Trace, its Ability, enables it to duplicate the opponent’s Ability; which may be effective when combined with other offensive moves and Status actions like Thunder Wave.
Mega Alakazam has one of the greatest stat totals in the game; its Special Attack of 170 makes it one of the finest Pokémon for Special Sweepers.
Mega Alakazam is a powerful opponent in battle with all of these skills when deployed appropriately. Its Speed stat of 150 makes it exceedingly tough to outrun; yet its poor Defense means that defensive Pokémon may easily defeat Mega Alakazam if given the opportunity. Even yet, Mega Alakazam’s skills make it a useful asset to any competitive squad.
Mega Kangaskhan
Mega Kangaskhan of Kahuna Olivia is one of the Mega Evolutions in the sixth generation of Pokémon games Pokémon X& Y. Mega Kangaskhan is a fighting-type Pokémon, as opposed to its pre-evolution, which is a normal-type Pokémon.
It has stronger stats than its ordinary form, making it a deadly foe in the Battle Maison, where Kahuna Olivia may be fought. Mega Kangaskhan possesses a massive 175 Attack Stat and 130 Defense Stat. It also has a high basic HP and Special Defense stat, as well as a low Speed number, indicating that it isn’t especially speedy but compensates for this with its mass.
Its unique ability, Parental Bond, lets it to perform two attacks every turn, one physical and one special, enhancing its total damage output and making it more flexible than other normal type Pokémon.
Mega Pinsir
Mega Pinsir is one of the Mega Evolutions available in Pokémon X and Y. Pinsir’s strong form has undergone major alterations from its initial form, enabling the Bug-type Pokémon to totally shift its type combination, providing it a considerable edge in combat.
Pinsir obtains the ability Aerilate after mega evolving “When Mega Pinsir uses Flying-type techniques, their strength is increased.” Mega Pinsir can also use the move Horn Leech “to heal itself during combat, making it a tough foe to defeat.”
Players may employ their Mega Pinsirs with Kahuna Olivia’s trial on Akala Island, since they have dual Bug/Flying type and considerable fighting adaptability.
Mega Heracross
Mega Heracross is the Mega Evolution of Heracross, a Fighting and Bug-type Pokémon. It develops from Heracross when holding a Heracite during combat. Megahorn is Mega Heracross’ trademark move, in which it charges up massive horns on its head before hitting with great strength and damage. Mega Heracross has higher physical attack and defensive numbers than its previous version.
It may utilize the skill Technician to boost the power of lesser techniques, giving it more combat adaptability. This makes it an ideal candidate for facing the Elite Four in Snowbelle Gym, commanded by Pokémon Trainer Wulfric.
Mega Gyrados
Mega Gyarados is the Mega evolution of Pokémon Gyarados, a Water/Flying-type Pokémon debuted in Pokémon X and Y. It is noted for its very ferocious behavior and scary appearance. When it Mega develops, it grows significantly in size and takes on a more draconic look. It obtains a huge increase to its Attack stat, as well as the ability Mold Breaker, which enables it to disregard any target’s abilities while attacking them. This makes Mega Gyarados more more dangerous against enemy teams, since they no longer have a method to halt its devastating assaults.
Trainers must be cautious while employing this strong Pokémon in battle since the Mega evolution form only lasts five turns after being awakened by a Mega Stone.
Mega Scizor
Mega Scizor is a dual-type Pokémon that debuted in Generation 2. It possesses one of the greatest Defense numbers of any Bug-type Pokémon, making it a popular fight pick. Mega Scizor can be spotted on Brooklet Hill on Route 7 in Pokémon X&Y. Other unusual Pokémon found in this area are Ferroseed and Klefki.
Scizor may mega evolve into Mega Scizor with the Mega Stone if he reaches Level 50 or above. Its shape is reminiscent of an exoskeleton, and it has better powers and numbers over its pre-evolved version. Furthermore, its Attack stat rises dramatically while its Defense stays unaltered. At Level 66 in X/Y, Mega Scizor additionally learns Bullet Punch, letting it to strike first regardless of Speed stats. Finally, the presence of this strong bug-type is enough to make any trainer’s team in the Kalos area intimidating.
Mega Tyranitar
Mega Tyranitar is one of Pokémon X& Y’s Mega Evolutions. It can be found at Brooklet Hill and develops from Tyranitar. Tyranitar in this form boasts very powerful and destructive attacks, making it one of the game’s strongest Pokémon. Its trademark move is Mega Launcher, which enhances special attack damage by 50%. When it transforms into this form, its defense and attack numbers skyrocket.
Mega Tyranitar, in addition to its incredible attack strength, is immune to Normal-type attacks and has improved resistance to Fighting-type techniques. This makes Mega Tyranitar one of the top options for any Trainer searching for a powerful combat companion.
Mega Aggron
Mega Aggron, a Steel/Rock-type Pokémon that debuted in Pokémon X&Y, is the Mega Evolution of Aggron. This enormous beast has a steel-armored torso as well as a muscular head with horns capable of shattering boulders. Its shoulder blades may be used as cannons, giving this formidable tank-like Pokémon even more firepower.
Mega Aggron has the greatest basic Defense stat of any Steel-type Pokémon and can conduct powerful physical strikes because to its enhanced mass. It can also use moves like Heavy Slam, Flash Cannon, Power Whip, Earthquake, and Stone Edge from its extensive move pool. Mega Aggron also has access to Volt Switch, which it may utilize to switch in and out of for dependable damage coverage on any type of team.
Mega Manectric
Mega Manectric is the third Gym Leader faced in Pokémon X& Y. He is an Electric-type Pokémon. It is Manectric’s Mega Evolution, accomplished with the aid of a Mega Stone. Mega Manectric has a distinct appearance, with its body mostly black and yellow and a green mane. Its entire height, as well as its basic stats, expand dramatically during its Mega Evolution.
Mega Manectric’s Speed and Special Attack stats both rise by 60 when mega-evolved. Its typing now shifts from Electric to Electric/Fire dual, providing it far more offensive capability than previously. Because it is one of the few electric Pokémon that can use Fire-type attacks, it is highly deadly in confrontations against other electric trainers.
Mega Houndoom
Mega Houndoom is one of the eight Gym Leaders featured in Pokémon X&Y’s Kalos region. Mega Houndoom obtains stat boosts and additional abilities as part of their Mega Evolved form, making them tough to defeat.
When Mega Houndoom develops from Houndoom, its base stats dramatically rise, and its Type changes to Dark/Fire. Because of its resistance to Fighting, Water, and Ground-type attacks, as well as its ability to deliver a lot of damage with Fire-type moves, it’s a formidable foe. It can also utilize the move Solar Power to absorb energy from direct sunlight and boost its Special Attack stat by 50%. This increases the risk for every Trainer who confronts this Gym Leader.
Mega Mawile
Mega Mawile is a Mega Evolution of the Pokémon species Mawile that has dual-type Fairy/Steel. It has greater strength and a unique ability that provides it with the same type of immunity as its ordinary version. Mega Mawile, along with Mega Medicham and Mega Audino, is one of three Mega Evolutions accessible only in Pokémon X& Y. Players must first beat Milo in Turffield Gym to get the Eviolite;, which can then be used to unlock the ability to mega-evolve Mawile during battle.
This Pokémon’s Attack rises greatly when it uses the move Play Rough, and it gains immunity to Fire-type attacks for five rounds. Mega Mawile is a great Pokémon for taking on a variety of opponents because to its improved stats, high defensive type Fairy/Steel, and immunity to Fire attacks.
Mega Medicham
Mega Medicham is a Mega Evolution of the Pokémon Medicham from Pokémon X and Y. When exposed to a Mega Stone, it develops from Medicham and obtains a boost in both its physical attack and special attack stats.
Fighting-type attacks are one of the most effective ways a trainer may employ this form. It may even learn the devastating technique “High Jump Kick,” which causes extra damage if it misses and will only miss if the victim employs Protect or Detect. Its ability Pure Power additionally doubles its attack stat, making it even more strong than previously.
Mega Medicham is an excellent pick for trainers seeking for an offensive powerhouse, but players must exercise caution since it still has four weaknesses; Flying, Psychic, Fairy, and Ghost.
Mega Banette
Banette, the Spooky Pokémon, is of the Ghost type. At level 37, it develops from Shuppet. Banette has a Mega Evolution that may be obtained by utilizing the Mega Stone. When it super evolves and takes on the appearance of a voodoo doll with a long tail and a wooden stake place of its head, the power of its soul is magnified.
Banette obtains the ability Prankster when she becomes super evolved, which accelerates the pace at which the user’s status moves are employed by one stage. Furthermore, it obtains a rise in its Speed stat, allowing it to outrun many other Pokémon. Mega Banette, with its enhanced Speed and Prankster, can perform as a superb Trick Room setter as well as an efficient support Pokémon in battle when combined with other Trick Room setters such as Gothorita or Gourgeist-Super.
Mega Garchomp
Mega Garchomp is the Mega Evolution of Garchomp, a famous dragon and ground-type Pokémon. Garchomp in this form originally appeared in the sixth generation games Pokémon X& Y, as well as their remakes, Omega Ruby& Alpha Sapphire.
A Mega Garchomp has a stronger Attack and Special Attack stat than its normal form, but at the expense of several protective skills. Its Dragon/Ground typing also protects it against Electric-type attacks.
Mega Garchomp thrives in competitive fights because to its enormous power output and high Speed value. With its varied STAB attacks, it can put pressure on many prominent threats like Diancie and Kyurem-Black, and it can even utilize Swords Dance to substantially enhance its Attack stat for devastating finishing techniques like Earthquake or Stone Edge. It also has access to crucial supporting techniques like Stealth Rock and Dragon Tail, making it an excellent pick for most teams.
