Pokemon Sword and Shield are here, and with
these new games come all sorts of new features.
One of the most game-changing mechanics for
battling is the introduction of Dynomaxing
and Gigantamaxing.
Every generation seems to include a new way
to battle, whether it be double battles in
Generation 3, or Z-Moves in Generation 7.
In this case, Dynamazing and Gigantamaxing
seem to be that big new battle mechanic.
I’ve heard a lot of confusion about the
way these mechanics work, so I thought I would
break down exactly how they work, and how
you can take advantage of them in battle.
Before I get started, I want to know what
you think of Dynamaxing and Gigantamaxing.
Leave a comment down below to let me know
how you’re liking the new features.
With that said, let’s get right into it.
Every Pokémon you encounter in the Galar
region is capable of Dynamazing, which essentially
just makes your Pokémon bigger and more powerful.
In the games lore, this is made possible by
an exclusive item in the region called wishing
stars.
These provide an energy boost to your Pokémon,
giving them the ability to Dynamax.
Dynamax Pokemon are basically beefed up versions
of a normal Pokemon.
Sometimes they’ll have unique abilities,
like being able to use more than one move
in one turn, or neutralizing all stat changes.
All of a Dynamax Pokemon’s moves even become
stronger, or something called Max moves.
These, again, are much more powerful than
the normal move, and they can turn a tiny
creature with somewhat weak moves, into something
truly terrifying.
Max moves are based on the type of move your
Pokemon knew before Dynamaxing, and each one
has its own unique ability.
While playing through Pokemon Sword and Shield,
you’ll encounter some strong trainers that
take advantage of Dynamaxing.
Many gym leaders use Dynamax Pokemon throughout
your journey, so it’s a good idea to take
advantage of the new feature so you can counter
them properly.
Dynamaxing can also only be used in a few
special circumstances, like gyms and arenas.
Something important to note about Dynamaxing
is that it only lasts for three turns.
Then your Pokemon will go back to normal,
and it can only be used once in a battle,
so make sure you use it wisely.
Some Pokemon are capable of a special form
of Dynamaxing, and that’s called Gigantamaxing.
Instead of just changing the size of the Pokemon,
Gigantamaxing changes the overall appearance
of the Pokemon as well.
The stat boosts and abilities of Gigantamax
Pokemon are more pronounced than any Dynamax
Pokemon.
Not every Pokemon of the species can Gigantamax.
Some Pokemon capable of Gigantamaxing can
only be obtained through events, like Meowth,
Eevee, and Pikachu.
Something important to note about Gigantamax
Pokemon is that if it’s not a fully evolved
Pokemon, such as Pikachu, it can’t evolve
further, since it can Gigantamax.
Another big difference between Dynamaxing
and Gigantamaxing is the introduction of G-Max
Moves.
Instead of being based on the type of move,
like Max Moves, G-Max moves are specific to
the species of Pokemon you’re using.
Each one is uniquely powerful, so you’ll
definitely want to play around and figure
out which ones are your favorites.
Both Dynamaxing and Gigantamaxing can come
in handy, and honestly be necessary in some
parts of Pokemon Sword and Shield’s main
game.
And even if you choose not to use them when
you don’t have to, it’s important to know
about the new mechanics if you end up battling
with people who use them.
Another feature introduced in Pokémon Sword
and Shield highlights the new battle mechanics
we’ve discussed, and that’s Max Raid Battles.
Generation 8 introduced a new way for players
to connect with each other called the Wild
Area.
You can enter into the Wild Area through local
wireless play or through online communication.
In the Wild Area, you’ll find Pokemon Dens,
which are full of powerful Pokemon.
If you see a light coming out of one of these
dens, that means there’s a powerful Dynamax
Pokémon inside.
If you and your friends are able to take down
the Dynamax Pokemon in a Max Raid Battle,
it will give you the opportunity to capture
it.
Max raid battles are the main way you’ll
find Gigantamax Pokémon, so you’ll definitely
need to know how to run through a Max Raid
Battle.
Hopefully this video clarified how exactly
Dynamaxing and Gigantamaxing work.
If there is any additional confusion, feel
free to leave a comment down below.
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