Right after "GO's" Arlo or Candela event, Niantic immediately unveiled the newest update that includes the "Master League and Love Cup: Great League Edition."
Staying away from multiple Research tasks could lighten up your mood, even just for a while, but if there's one thing that the game gives you, it's the spirit of a PvP gamer.
Do you want to know the best teams you can use to ace this tournament? Carry on reading and we'll show you.
'Master League:' The Most Competitive PvP Mode
The "Master League" is the most competitive PvP mode in "Pokémon GO." There are no CP caps, unlike other leagues, and trainers are free to use their strongest Pokémon. Yet, only a few trainers can hold their own at the top level with their max CP and perfect move sets. Legendary Pokémon reign supreme in this format and are a necessity for success.
Best Master League Team Recommendations
ScreenRant has an interesting lineup that will help you dominate the Master League:
- Zygarde (Complete Forme) – This Dragon/Ground-type has great durability and a well-rounded move set, which enables it to counter threats.
- Palkia – With its Dragon/Water-type, Palkia enjoys excellent resistance and coverage, which makes it a good lead Pokémon.
- Solgaleo – Psychic/Steel-type Solgaleo offers great resistance, particularly to Fairy-types, which covers the weaknesses of Zygarde and Palkia.
Alternative 'Master League' Teams
If you don't have the top picks, use these alternative Pokémon:
- Mewtwo – A Psystrike powerhouse who can dish out incredible damage.
- Xerneas – A Dragon-type counter for Fairy-type dangers in the meta.
- Dragonite – A strong Dragon/Flying-type, even stronger now with Superpower as a counter against Steel-types.
'Love Cup: Great League Edition' Explained
The "Love Cup: Great League Edition" has specific limitations. The Pokemon must be red or pink in color and below 1,500 CP. This Valentine's Day-only format challenges trainers to think outside the box and become more resourceful with their teams.
Best Love Cup Team Picks
- Lickilicky – A Normal-type tank with only a single weakness (Fighting) and access to a wide move pool.
- Galarian Slowbro – A Poison/Psychic-type with great stamina and superb move variety.
- Hisuian Electrode – Sportskeeda suggests that this is a great option. This Grass/Electric-type has quickly charged attacks to shatter opponent shields.
Other Love Cup Teams
For alternative lineups, use these Pokémon:
- Miltank – Another Normal-type with high bulk and varied move choices.
- Druddigon – A decent Dragon-type pick, particularly if attired in Dragon Claw.
- Clefable, Alomomola, and Medicham – All three offer a nice balance of hardness, hitting power, and protection.
Optimizing Your Battle League Performance
To do well in the Master League as well as the Love Cup, observe the following guidelines:
- Try to have an assortment of hardy defenders, powerful hitters, and shield busters.
- Learn the meta to predict popular choices and come up with counters.
- Conserve shields for key situations, particularly against charged attacks from high-level Pokémon.
- Maximize your fast and charged moves to outmaneuver opponents.
We're one doze away from Valentine's Day so expect a lot of Luvdiscs coming your way. However, don't forget that the "Pokemon GO" x MLB collaboration is also arriving. That's a double win if you're a baseball enthusiast and a "PoGO" player at the same time.
