Pokémon GO: Unveiling the Best Fantasy Cup Team Strategies

The Pokémon GO Battle League's Dual Destiny Season introduces exciting new specialized cups, and the Fantasy Cup is first up! This guide helps you craft a winning team.

Jump To:

Fantasy Cup RulesBest Fantasy Cup TeamsHow To Build a Strong TeamSuggested Team Combos

Fantasy Cup Rules for Pokémon GO: Dual Destiny Season

The Fantasy Cup (Great League) runs from December 3rd to 17th. Pokémon must be 1500 CP or less and be one of three types: Dragon, Steel, or Fairy. This creates unique strategic challenges.

Best Fantasy Cup Teams for Pokémon GO

This cup allows for strategic use of Dragon, Steel, and Fairy types, unlike the previous Retro Cup. Note that Dragon types are weak to themselves and Fairy types, while Steel types have no inherent weakness to the other two.

How To Build a Strong Fantasy Cup Team

Limited type choices simplify planning. Many players will likely favor Steel types to mitigate weaknesses. Consider dual-typed Pokémon for broader coverage. Ground-type moves are particularly effective against Steel, while dual Poison types counter Fairy Pokémon.

Suggested Fantasy Cup Team Combos for Pokémon GO

Before building your team, assess your best Pokémon (1500 CP or less) within the allowed types. Prioritize strong PvP attackers and balanced defenses to manage opponent shields. Here are some team combinations:

Pokémon	Type
Azumarill	Water/Fairy
Alolan Dugtrio	Ground/Steel
Galarian Weezing	Poison/Steel

This team offers balanced typing, providing advantages against Dragon, Steel, and Fairy types. Azumarill is a strong lead, while Alolan Dugtrio counters Steel types. Strategic switching is key.

Pokémon	Type
Excadrill	Ground/Steel
Alolan Sandslash	Ice/Steel
Heatran	Fire/Steel

This Steel-focused team offers variety. Excadrill's popularity makes it a viable option. Heatran provides Fire-type coverage, but be wary of Water types.

Pokémon	Type
Melmetal	Steel
Wigglytuff	Fairy/Normal
Turtonator	Fire/Dragon

Melmetal's power and limited weaknesses are advantageous. Wigglytuff counters Fighting and Dragon types, while Turtonator offers Dragon-type coverage and Steel-type offense.

These are just a few team suggestions. Experiment to find your winning strategy and claim those Battle League rewards!

Pokémon GO is available on mobile devices.