The new season of the *Pokemon GO Battle League* is upon us, and with it comes the exciting Fantasy Cup: Great League Edition. This cup, running from December 3 to December 17, challenges players to build teams within the 1500 CP limit using only Dragon, Steel, and Fairy types. Let’s dive into how you can craft the perfect team for this unique competition.
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- Fantasy Cup Rules for Pokemon GO: Dual Destiny Season
- Best Fantasy Cup Teams for Pokemon GO
- How To Build a Strong Fantasy Cup Team
- Suggested Fantasy Cup Team Combos for Pokemon GO
Fantasy Cup Rules for Pokemon GO: Dual Destiny Season
The Fantasy Cup: Great League Edition lasts for two weeks, from December 3 to December 17. In this competition, your Pokemon must have a CP of 1500 or less and must be one of the following types: Dragon, Steel, or Fairy. This specialized type restriction sets the stage for intriguing battles and strategic team building.
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Best Fantasy Cup Teams for Pokemon GO
The Fantasy Cup offers a chance to use the newer types excluded from last season's Retro Cup. Dragons are weak to themselves and Fairies, presenting a challenge, whereas Steel types have no inherent weaknesses to the other allowed types, making them a strategic choice. Here's how to leverage these types effectively.
How To Build a Strong Fantasy Cup Team
With only three types permitted, your options are narrowed, simplifying your opponent analysis but also challenging your team composition. Many players will likely favor Steel types to avoid weaknesses to Dragons and Fairies. Consider dual typings to gain coverage against Steel types, particularly with Ground moves, and don’t overlook dual Poison types for tackling Fairies.
Suggested Fantasy Cup Team Combos for Pokemon GO
When assembling your team, focus on Pokemon within the 1500 CP limit and the allowed types. Choose strong PvP attackers with solid defense to outlast opponents' shields before your closer strikes. Here are some team combinations that could lead you to victory in the Fantasy Cup:
| Pokemon | Type |
|---|---|
Azumarill | Water/Fairy |
Alolan Dugtrio | Ground/Steel |
Galarian Weezing | Poison/Steel |
This team offers a balanced type advantage against Dragon, Steel, and Fairy types thanks to its diverse dual typings. Azumarill is a powerhouse in PvP and a great starter, while Alolan Dugtrio counters Steel types effectively. Your strategy should involve swapping to match types advantageously.
| Pokemon | Type |
|---|---|
Excadrill | Ground/Steel |
Alolan Sandslash | Ice/Steel |
Heatran | Fire/Steel |
If you want to focus on Steel types, this team offers versatility to handle other Steel-type teams. Excadrill is a popular choice due to its frequent Raid appearances, and Heatran brings fire to the mix, but be cautious of Water types like Azumarill.
| Pokemon | Type |
|---|---|
Melmetal | Steel |
Wigglytuff | Fairy/Normal |
Turtonator | Fire/Dragon |
Melmetal is a strong PvP attacker with few weaknesses, making it an excellent choice. Wigglytuff handles Fighting and Dragon types, while Turtonator offers Dragon and Fire coverage against Steel types.
These examples provide a starting point for your Fantasy Cup team. With the extended duration, you have ample time to refine your strategy and secure those Battle League rewards.
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