Unlike other Mega-Evolving Pokémon, Rayquaza can’t Mega Evolve with Mega Energy alone. Trainers hoping to Mega Evolve their Rayquaza will need to teach it the Charged Attack Dragon Ascent first using a Meteorite. Dragon Ascent can only be learned by using Meteorites.

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Paid Timed Research

For US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive paid Timed Research.

Complete the research tasks to earn a Meteorite, Rayquaza Mega Energy, an encounter with Rayquaza, and more.

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Mega Rayquaza Stats, Moves and Related Articles

	Mega Rayquaza DragonFlying
Max CP	5713
ATK	377
DEF	210
HP	227
Weak to	x2
Resists
Fast moves	Dragon Tail Air Slash
Charge moves	Aerial Ace Ancient Power Outrage Breaking Swipe* Hurricane* Dragon Ascent**

*Only obtainable via Elite TM.

**Only obtainable via Meteorite. Needed to Mega Evolve.

• Full Mega Rayquaza Meta Analysis

Regular Sprite	Shiny Sprite
Mega Rayquaza	Mega Rayquaza