Does Zygarde Have a 4x Weakness?
The Answer: No, but with a Twist.
Before we dive into the heart of the matter, it’s essential to understand Zygarde’s typing, which is Dragon/ Fairy. As Dragon-types have a natural resistance to both Ice and Air-based moves, it’s crucial to find the right opponents to pose a significant threat. For those who don’t know, 4x weak refers to the amplification of damage by an additional factor of 16 (2^4 = 16) against certain types.
Types Weakened by Zygarde
• Air-based moves take 50% less effectiveness due to Zygarde’s Fairy typing.
• Physical moves from opponents it’s Weak (2x damage) won’t be super-effective even if they have Steel or Ice typing.
But Is There a 4x Weakness?
None of the common air-based or physical moves can exploit a potential 4x weakness from Zygarde’s Fairy typing. As you examine the chart below, please note that Dragon types deal 4x weakness to Air but not to other Elemental moves:
| Type 1 | Type 2 | 4x Weakened by? |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon | Fairy | **None (No 4x Weakened)** |
Takedown Myth-Busting
For completeness, let’s explore where the 4x weak myth might have originated:
• Mega Raquaza, when having its original typing in max raid battles, becomes a 4x weakness to Ice due to not being a Tera Pokémon. This unique characteristic explains why some fans assumed every Tera-type (no matter the typing) can’t have 4x weaknesses. (Source: FAQ 566909 on /r/askme.)
• Zygarde’s original (Dragon/Fairy) or Complete Form still don’t possess any vulnerabilities to 4x weakened elemental movements.
Conclusion: Final Answer
Zygarde, with its dragon/fairy typing, presents no 4x weakened vulnerabilities to elemental movements Air, Earth (Ground), Fire, Water, or the like. In max raids, its original typing changes, making it a specific 4x weak enemy to Ice, ensuring that it remains challenging on the battlefield.
There, we’ve busted the Takedown myth! When comparing Zygarde to similar Pokémon, we now acknowledge that its lack of 4x weakening is an important part of its defensive capabilities.
Read more about the complexities surrounding Zygarde and his unique typing by following those links in the References area below.