Mega Evolution is one of the central hooks of **Pokémon Legends: Z-A**, allowing you to temporarily make some of your Pokémon larger, stronger, and sporting a great new look. These battles often rely heavily on your ability to dodge and lead your Pokémon away from incoming attacks while choosing the right moves to strike your opponent.
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## How to Beat Rogue Mega Slowbro in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
By this point in the game, you might not have a wide variety of options available for this fight. However, you should have one very important Pokémon at your disposal: **Absol**.
Mega Slowbro is weak to Electric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves. If you chose Chikorita as your starter, you’re likely in luck since you may have it leveled up and obtained the necessary Mega Stone to mega evolve it. This will give you two solid options to switch between during the battle.
Keep in mind, you don’t need a mega-evolved Pokémon to damage Slowbro effectively, but it certainly helps turn the tide in your favor.
### Recommended Moves for Absol
Equip Absol with the following moves to maximize damage output and survivability:
– **Night Slash**
– **Slash**
– **Swords Dance** (to boost attack power)
– **Shadow Claw**
Remember to stay mindful of your positioning. Many of Slowbro’s attacks track your movements, and it has a whirlpool attack that deals significant area-of-effect damage. Thankfully, this whirlpool attack is well telegraphed, making it easier to dodge if you stay alert.
### Moves and Types to Avoid
Avoid relying on Fire, Water, Ice, Fighting, or Steel-type Pokémon and moves for this battle. Slowbro is resistant to these types and will effectively shrug off much of the damage they attempt to deal.
### Timing Your Plus Moves
Be strategic with your Plus moves. Look for opportunities when Slowbro is engaged in longer animations—like its big beam attack. During these moments, you’ll have ample time to land powerful charge attacks, punishing it and rapidly chipping away at its health.
With patience, good timing, and the right Pokémon, taking down Rogue Mega Slowbro is definitely within your reach! Happy battling!
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