In Pokemon GO, Max Monday is an exciting weekly event that centers around Max Battles, a distinct battle format located at specific areas on your map called Power Spots. Similar to typical Raid Battles, Max Battles feature large Pokémon that players can challenge to earn various rewards and have the opportunity to catch the highlighted Pokémon if they achieve victory.
The upcoming Max Monday event during the Delightful Days season showcases the beloved Gen 3 Water Type Pokémon, Wailmer. If you’re eager to seize this opportunity and possibly add a Dynamax Wailmer to your collection or use it in battles, this guide provides essential information to help you prepare, including notable weaknesses and resistances, along with effective counter strategies for this encounter.
Pokemon GO Dynamax Wailmer Max Monday Battle Guide
The Max Monday event featuring Wailmer is set for July 14, 2025, occurring in-game from 6 PM to 7 PM local time. During this hour, all Power Spots will be occupied by Dynamax Wailmer, allowing players to engage in multiple battles with the boss and maximize their chances of capturing several Wailmers or collecting various rewards.
Wailmer Weaknesses & Resistances
Wailmer is strictly a Water Type Pokémon in Pokemon GO, which means it has clear-cut weaknesses and resistances. It resists attacks from Pokémon and moves of the Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water Types. To effectively counter Wailmer, players should avoid using these types and focus instead on Pokémon that utilize Electric and/or Grass Types, as these are its main vulnerabilities.
Dynamax Wailmer Counters
When choosing Pokémon for Max Battles against Wailmer, it is important to consider its weaknesses. Keep in mind that Max Battles can only use Dynamax Pokémon, which adds a layer of challenge compared to regular Raid Battles. Here are some effective choices for this matchup based on previous Dynamax Pokémon options:
- Dynamax Bulbasaur/Ivysaur/Venusaur
- Dynamax Grookey/Thwackey/Rillaboom
- Dynamax Toxtricity
- Dynamax Zapdos
- Dynamax Raikou
Can Dynamax Wailmer Be Shiny in Pokemon GO?
Currently, Shiny Wailmer exists within the game, meaning that Shiny Dynamax Wailmer will also be obtainable during the Max Monday Wailmer event and at other future events featuring Dynamax Wailmer.
To have a chance at encountering a Shiny Dynamax Wailmer, players must participate in multiple Max Battles against Wailmer. Upon defeating it, players will have the opportunity to catch the Pokémon, which is when they may experience shiny odds. However, encountering a shiny variant is generally rare in Pokemon GO.
If you do not encounter a shiny Dynamax Wailmer through battles, trading with other players can be another avenue to explore. However, you will need to connect with nearby players who possess a shiny, as global trades are not available in the game. Online communities, like various Subreddits, are excellent resources for locating other players and establishing trade opportunities.
