Top 5 Flying-Type Counters to Crush Snorlax Raids in Pokemon GO

## Snorlax Raid Guide: Dominate with Flying-Type Pokemon in Pokemon GO

Snorlax, the iconic Normal-type Pokemon, often appears in Pokemon GO raids and can be a tough opponent. While Normal-types are only weak to Fighting-types, using the *right* Flying-type Pokemon can give you a significant edge in speed and overall damage output. This guide will cover the top 5 Flying-type Pokemon to use against Snorlax in raids and why they excel.

### Understanding Snorlax's Weakness & Strengths

* **Weakness:** Fighting

* **Resistance:** None

* **Immunity:** Ghost

While Fighting-types are the obvious choice, Flying-types can bring a surprising amount of power to the table, especially when Snorlax knows Fighting-type moves that can easily knock out your Fighting-type counters.

### Top 5 Flying-Type Pokemon for Snorlax Raids

Here are the best Flying-type Pokemon to use when battling Snorlax in Pokemon GO raids. Note that legacy moves are not considered here for the sake of accessibility.

1. **Rayquaza:** The undisputed Dragon/Flying-type powerhouse.


* **Fast Move:** Air Slash

* **Charge Move:** Hurricane

Rayquaza's high attack stat and access to powerful Flying-type moves make it a top-tier choice. Its Dragon-typing, however, means it is weak to Ice-type moves Snorlax *might* have.

2. **Moltres:** A Fire/Flying-type Legendary Pokemon.


* **Fast Move:** Wing Attack

* **Charge Move:** Sky Attack

Moltres benefits from a strong attack stat and STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) on its Flying-type moves, making it a consistent damage dealer.

3. **Staraptor:** A readily available Normal/Flying-type.


* **Fast Move:** Gust

* **Charge Move:** Brave Bird

Don't underestimate Staraptor! With access to Gust and Brave Bird, this readily available Pokemon can dish out serious damage. Brave Bird's recoil damage should be considered, though.

4. **Honchkrow:** A Dark/Flying-type that can surprise you.


* **Fast Move:** Peck

* **Charge Move:** Sky Attack

While not a top-tier choice, Honchkrow's accessibility and decent attack stat make it a viable option, especially for players who don't have access to Legendary Pokemon.

5. **Braviary:** Another Normal/Flying-type with potential.


* **Fast Move:** Air Slash

* **Charge Move:** Brave Bird

Braviary shares a similar profile to Staraptor, providing a solid, accessible Flying-type option against Snorlax.

### Raid Battle Tips:

* **Weather Boost:** Sunny/Windy weather boosts Flying-type moves, increasing their damage output.

* **Team Up:** Raiding with friends increases your chances of success and allows you to coordinate your Pokemon choices.

* **Dodge Effectively:** Dodging Snorlax's charge moves will help your Pokemon stay in the battle longer and deal more damage.

* **Consider Snorlax's Moveset:** If Snorlax has Fighting-type moves, prioritizing Flying-types becomes even more important to avoid quick knockouts of your Fighting-type Pokemon.

### Flying-Type Alternatives to Fighting-Types

While Flying-types are not the primary weakness exploit, they can be exceptionally useful when Snorlax has Fighting-type charge moves. Fighting-types may get knocked out quickly, allowing Flying-types to step in and reliably do damage. Flying-types also often have decent resistance to Ground-type moves, which Fighting-types are weak to.

What are your favorite strategies for taking down Snorlax in Pokemon GO raids?

Solid list! I've had good luck with a Sky Attack Moltres too, it melts through Snorlax's HP if you can dodge its charged moves effectively. What do you guys think about using a maxed-out Staraptor for these raids?

Hey, great guide! I've actually had a lot of luck using Sky Attack Moltres in Snorlax raids - the damage output is insane. Do you think Mega Pidgeot is worth investing in for these raids too?

Hey, that's a cool guide! I never thought about using Flying-types against Snorlax raids, always went straight for the Fighting-types. I'm gonna try this out next time!

I see where you're coming from, though I have a slightly different take on this.