Pokémon counters guide

Best Counters for Lopunny-Mega

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Lopunny-Mega.

Lopunny-Mega Pokémon sprite

Lopunny-Mega

#0428

Quick answer

Lopunny-Mega is best pressured by Fighting, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy-type attacks at 2x damage. Because there is no 4x weakness, defensive safety, Speed, and raw stats matter more.

Type matchup table

Recommended practical counters

Dragonite Pokémon sprite

Dragonite

#0149

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attacker
DragonFlying
  • Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
  • Has STAB Flying-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Fighting 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Fighting 0.5x

134 offense · 80 Speed

Togekiss Pokémon sprite

Togekiss

#0468

Bulky switch-inStrong special attacker
FairyFlying
  • Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
  • Has STAB Flying-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Fighting 0.25x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Fighting 0.25x

120 offense · 80 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

Move availability depends on game version and learnset data, so this page recommends move types rather than guaranteed moves.

Counter notes for Lopunny-Mega

  • Lopunny-Mega is a Normal / Fighting Pokémon with 135 base Speed and stronger physical attack (136 Attack). Fighting, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy attacks all work offensively, but safer counters are usually the ones that reduce risk from its own STAB types.
  • Lopunny-Mega has several 2x weaknesses rather than a single 4x weakness, so the best counters are the ones that can hit it super-effectively while also reducing the risk from Normal / Fighting STAB.
  • Known abilities include Scrappy. This page does not assume ability-specific battle effects, so verify the format before relying on a single counter.
  • Avoid counters that are weak to Normal / Fighting unless they are fast enough to pressure immediately or bulky enough to survive the exchange.
  • Lopunny-Mega has alternate forms that can change this matchup, including Lopunny. Check the specific form before relying on this defensive profile.

What not to use

These attacking types are resisted or blocked by the defender's typing, so they are usually lower-priority choices unless they provide a special battle role.

Battle caveats

  • This ranking uses modern Gen 6+ type matchups, STAB value, defensive switch-in safety, and base stats.
  • Abilities, held items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and format rules can change real battle outcomes.
  • Coverage moves can punish obvious counters, so treat this as type-based guidance rather than a full matchup simulator.
  • Move availability depends on game version and learnset data; this page recommends attacking types rather than guaranteed moves.

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FAQ

What is the best counter for Lopunny-Mega?

Lopunny-Mega is best countered by Pokémon that can use Fighting, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Normal / Fighting STAB attacks. Because there is no 4x weakness, Speed, bulk, and offensive stats matter more when choosing the actual Pokémon.

What type is best against Lopunny-Mega?

Fighting, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy are the strongest attacking types against Lopunny-Mega, dealing 2x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

How many useful attacking types hit Lopunny-Mega super-effectively?

Lopunny-Mega has 4 super-effective attacking options: Fighting, Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Normal / Fighting STAB attacks.

Are abilities included in this counter ranking?

No. The ranking uses base typing and base stats. Abilities, items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and special move rules can change the real matchup.

Does Terastallization change Lopunny-Mega counters?

Yes. Terastallization can replace the defensive typing used here, so the recommended counter types may change completely in formats where Tera is active.

What should I avoid using against Lopunny-Mega?

Avoid relying on Ghost, Bug, Rock, and Dark attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

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