How to Beat Arlo in Pokemon GO (October 2023)

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How to Beat Arlo in Pokemon GO (October 2023)

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Pokemon GO players are no strangers to the challenges posed by Team GO Rocket leaders, and Arlo is among the toughest of them all.
Arlo's lineup is constantly changing, but this guide will help you stay ahead of the curve with the best counters to defeat him in October 2023.

Pokemon GO players face challenging opponents from Team GO Rocket, and Arlo is one of the toughest Team GO Rocket leaders to beat. With a strategic lineup of powerful Shadow Pokémon, Arlo poses a significant challenge for trainers. In this guide, we'll provide you with the essential strategies and the best counters to take down Arlo and his formidable team in October 2023.

Arlo’s Lineup for October 2023

Arlo's Pokemon lineup has evolved over the years, and it continues to change as part of special events and takeovers. As of October 2023, his lineup is as follows:

Phase 1: Aipom 

Phase 2: Alakazam, Mismagius, or Sharpedo 

Phase 3: Snorlax, Scizor, or Magnezone

Keep in mind that Arlo's lineup can change with Team GO Rocket Takeover events, so stay updated with the latest information.

How to Beat Arlo in Pokemon GO (October 2023)

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How to Beat Arlo in Pokemon GO

To face Arlo in battle, you need to defeat Team GO Rocket Grunts at PokeStops and collect Mysterious Components to build a Rocket Radar. Once you have the Radar, you can locate and battle Arlo. To succeed, you'll need strong counters for each of his phases.

Phase 1: Aipom

Arlo's first Pokemon in battle is Aipom, a Normal-type Pokemon. Aipom is weak against Fighting-type moves and resistant to Ghost-type moves. Here are some of the best counters for Aipom:

  • Terrakion (Double Kick and Sacred Sword)

  • Buzzwole (Counter and Superpower)

  • Conkeldurr (Counter and Dynamic Punch)

  • Lucario (Counter and Aura Sphere)

  • Breloom (Counter and Dynamic Punch)

  • Machamp (Counter and Close Combat)

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Phase 2: Alakazam, Mismagius, or Sharpedo

In the second phase, Arlo can deploy Alakazam, Mismagius, or Sharpedo. Each of these Pokemon has unique weaknesses and resistances.

Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokemon. It's weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves, but resistant to Fighting and Psychic-type moves. Here are the counters for Alakazam:

  • Darkrai (Snarl and Dark Pulse)

  • Hoopa (Astonish and Shadow Ball)

  • Gengar (Hex and Shadow Ball)

  • Chandelure (Hex and Shadow Ball)

  • Absol (Snarl and Pay Back)

  • Pheromosa (Bug Bite and Bug Buzz)

Mismagius is a Ghost-type Pokemon. It's weak against Dark and Ghost-type moves and resistant to Bug, Fighting, Normal, and Poison-type moves. Consider these counters for Mismagius:

  • Yveltal (Snarl and Dark Pulse)

  • Gengar (Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball)

  • Chandelure (Hex and Shadow Ball)

  • Hydreigon (Bite and Brutal Swing)

  • Zarude (Bite and Dark Pulse)

  • Absol (Snarl and Pay Back)

Sharpedo is a Water and Dark-type Pokemon. It's weak against Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, and Grass-type moves. It's resistant to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ice, Steel, and Water-type moves. Use these counters for Sharpedo:

  • Zekrom (Charge Beam and Fusion Bolt)

  • Pheromosa (Bug Bite and Bug Buzz)

  • Lucario (Counter and Aura Sphere)

  • Electivire (Thunder Shock and Wild Charge)

  • Terrakion (Double Kick and Sacred Sword)

  • Roserade (Razor Leaf and Grass Knot)

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Phase 3: Snorlax, Scizor, or Magnezone

In the third phase, Arlo can send out Snorlax, Scizor, or Magnezone. These Pokemon have their unique strengths and weaknesses.

Snorlax is a Normal-type Pokemon, making it weak to Fighting-type moves and resistant to Ghost-type moves. Consider these counters for Snorlax:

  • Terrakion (Double Kick and Sacred Sword)

  • Buzzwole (Counter and Superpower)

  • Conkeldurr (Counter and Dynamic Punch)

  • Lucario (Counter and Aura Sphere)

  • Breloom (Counter and Dynamic Punch)

  • Machamp (Counter and Close Combat)

Scizor is a Bug and Steel-type Pokemon. Its weakness lies in Fire-type moves, while it resists Grass and Poison-type moves. Here are counters for Scizor:

  • Blaziken (Fire Spin and Blast Burn)

  • Charizard (Fire Spin and Blast Burn)

  • Darmanitan (Fire Fang and Overheat)

  • Entei (Fire Spin and Overheat)

  • Heatran (Fire Spin and Fire Blast)

  • Reshiram (Fire Fang and Overheat)

Magnezone is a Steel and Electric-type Pokemon. It's vulnerable to Fighting and Fire-type moves and especially weak to Ground-type moves. Use these counters for Magnezone

  • Groudon (Mud Shot and Earthquake)

  • Rhyperior (Mud Slap and Earthquake)

  • Excadrill (Mud Slap and Drill Run)

  • Garchomp (Mud Shot and Earthquake)

  • Landorus (Mud Shot and Earth Power)

  • Swampert (Mud Shot and Earthquake)

The Best Team to Defeat Arlo

For a well-rounded team to take on Arlo, consider using the following Pokémon:

  1. Terrakion

  2. Lucario

  3. Gengar

  4. Blaziken

  5. Chandelure

  6. Zekrom

Remember to have these Pokémon at a high level and optimized with the recommended movesets to increase your chances of success. Additionally, ensure your Pokémon have decent IVs for better performance.

General Tips for Beating Arlo

  • Always try to use Mega Pokémon when battling Arlo, as they provide a significant boost in damage output.

  • Time your charge moves to land after breaking Arlo's shields. Be aware of Arlo's shield usage and bait his shields by using weaker charge moves first.

  • Make use of type advantages to maximize your damage and minimize incoming damage.

Arlo’s lineup in October 2023 presents a significant challenge, but with the right counters and strategic battle moves, you can defeat him and earn yourself some valuable rewards. Be sure to check for updates as Niantic may change the Team GO Rocket leader lineups during special events and takeovers.


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