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tyranitar-mega
Generation II · #10049 — Armor Pokémon
Mega Tyranitar represents the ultimate expression of raw destructive power within the Pokémon world. As the Mega Evolution form of the already formidable Tyranitar, this Rock/Dark-type Pokémon stands at 2.5 meters tall and weighs a staggering 255.0 kilograms, making it one of the most imposing creatures trainers can encounter. This form was introduced in Generation VI and requires the Tyranitarite to achieve its transformation. With a base stat total of 700, Mega Tyranitar emerges as a pseudo-legendary powerhouse, boasting significantly enhanced offensive capabilities compared to its base form. Most notably, its Attack stat skyrockets from 134 to an astounding 164, while its Defense increases from 110 to 150, creating an extraordinarily durable physical attacker. The transformation maintains its signature ability Sand Stream, which summons an indefinite sandstorm upon entering battle, a mechanic that has cemented Mega Tyranitar's dominance in competitive play since its introduction.
Base Stats
Height
2.5m
Weight
255.0kg
Category
Armor Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
green
Shape
upright
Habitat
mountain
Abilities
Summons a sandstorm that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.
Tyranitar-mega Biology & Physical Characteristics
Mega Tyranitar's physical appearance undergoes a dramatic transformation from its base form, becoming an even more imposing and armored creature. The Pokémon retains its large, bipedal dinosaurian structure but exhibits enhanced physical musculature and reinforced plating across its body. Its green, armor-like hide becomes visibly thicker and more pronounced, with additional spike formations protruding from its back, neck, and shoulders. The iconic triangular holes present on its chest, back, and knees become more prominent and menacing in appearance. Mega Tyranitar's overall form conveys an overwhelming sense of prehistoric dominance, with its increased mass and density suggesting that every movement carries tremendous weight and power. The creature's two pairs of pointed teeth—one in the upper jaw and one in the lower—appear even more formidable in this form, emphasizing its role as an apex predator. The gray diamond-shaped patch on its chest becomes more defined, serving as a striking visual element that contrasts with its predominantly green coloration.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Tyranitar-mega Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Mega Tyranitar maintains a balanced gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female, consistent with its base form, allowing trainers equal opportunity to breed either gender. The species belongs exclusively to the Monster egg group, meaning it can only breed with other Pokémon within this same egg group. Breeding a female Tyranitar or Pupitar will produce Larvitar eggs, allowing trainers to begin a new evolutionary lineage from scratch. The species has a relatively low base happiness of 35, suggesting that caught Tyranitar are inherently grumpy and aloof, requiring dedicated training and bonding to fully trust their trainers. With a hatch counter of 40 cycles, breeding Tyranitar takes approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps to produce a hatched offspring, a moderate timeframe consistent with other pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The slow growth rate characteristic of Tyranitar means that breeding efforts require patience, as newly hatched Larvitar will progress toward evolution at a measured pace. Despite these breeding challenges, the tremendous power potential of the final evolution makes breeding efforts worthwhile for dedicated trainers seeking to develop a competitive Mega Tyranitar.
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TMs & HMs
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platinum
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emerald
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diamond pearl
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firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
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black white
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black 2 white 2
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xd
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colosseum
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heartgold soulsilver
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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heartgold soulsilver
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colosseum
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tyranitar-mega's Evolution Chain
Tyranitar-mega Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Mega Tyranitar represents the pinnacle of Tyranitar's evolutionary potential, achieved through Mega Evolution rather than traditional leveling. Tyranitar itself evolves from Pupitar starting at level 55, completing the three-stage evolutionary line that begins with Larvitar. The transformation into Mega Tyranitar requires a trainer to possess the Tyranitarite Mega Stone and for Tyranitar to hold this stone during battle. The Mega Evolution triggers a dramatic power surge that redistributes the Pokémon's base stats, most notably amplifying its already exceptional Attack and Defense statistics. Where base Tyranitar possesses 134 Attack and 110 Defense, Mega Tyranitar's corresponding stats rise to 164 and 150 respectively, representing substantial increases that fundamentally alter its role in battle. The transformation also notably increases Tyranitar's weight from 202.0 kilograms to 255.0 kilograms and its height from 2.0 meters to 2.5 meters, providing a visual representation of its enhanced power. While Mega Tyranitar's Special Attack remains unchanged at 95, this limitation is negligible given its overwhelming physical dominance. The Mega Evolution preserves Tyranitar's Sand Stream ability, ensuring that the perpetual sandstorm continues to benefit the creature's team throughout the entire battle.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Tyranitar-mega Behaviour and Natural Habitat
The behavioral patterns of Mega Tyranitar reflect an even more aggressive and territorial disposition than its base form. According to Pokédex entries, Tyranitar is so overwhelmingly powerful that it can bring down entire mountains to establish its nest, and this destructive capability is amplified in its Mega Evolution state. Mega Tyranitar actively roams mountainous regions seeking formidable opponents to challenge, driven by an insolent nature that demonstrates complete disregard for the wellbeing of its surroundings. The creature's eagerness to engage in combat is matched only by its confidence in its own invulnerability; its body cannot be harmed by conventional attacks, making it the ultimate aggressor in any confrontation. The perpetual sandstorm generated by its Sand Stream ability fundamentally alters its habitat, creating harsh environmental conditions that only the most resilient Pokémon can endure. This destructive presence means that areas inhabited by Mega Tyranitar become barren wastelands, reshaped by the Pokémon's constant battles and territorial displays. Its insolent nature suggests it views other Pokémon and trainers as mere obstacles or entertainment rather than worthy equals.
Pokedex Entries
Generation II
Its body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
Extremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
In just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and moun tains crumble.
Generation III
TYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This POKéMON wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
A TYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. It roams in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
Its body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
Generation IV
If it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
Its body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
Extremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
Generation V
If it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
The quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.
Generation VI
In just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and mountains crumble.
If it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
Tyranitar is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This Pokémon wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
Generation VII
It wanders through the mountains seeking opponents to fight. If it finds an opponent that’s not worthy, Tyranitar ignores it and wanders on.
This Pokémon is a mobile disaster, leaving mountains crumbled and houses destroyed in its wake.
Generation VIII
Its body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
The quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.
Tyranitar-mega Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Tyranitar's design draws inspiration from multiple sources, primarily combining characteristics of armored dinosaurs such as Ankylosaurus with the iconic Tyrannosaurus Rex, resulting in a creature that epitomizes prehistoric strength and resilience. The name 'Tyranitar' itself appears to be a portmanteau of 'Tyrannosaurus' and the suffix '-itar,' potentially relating to 'titan,' emphasizing its role as a colossal, godlike creature. In Japanese, Tyranitar is called 'Bangiras,' a name that may derive from 'bang' (reflecting explosive power) combined with phonetic elements creating a distinctly Japanese-sounding creature name. The Pokémon's heavily armored appearance and dinosaurian features align it with kaiju creatures from ancient Japanese legends and popular culture, particularly the legendary Godzilla, which influenced many pseudo-legendary Pokémon designs. Mega Tyranitar's design emphasizes this kaiju inspiration even further, exaggerating the creature's size, musculature, and aggressive posturing to create something that appears capable of devastating entire landscapes. The emphasis on sharp, angular armor plating and spike formations reinforces the creature's identity as an unstoppable force of nature. The gray diamond-shaped patch on its chest serves as a distinctive visual marker that persists across all forms, creating visual continuity throughout Tyranitar's evolutionary line while providing a striking contrast against its green coloration.
Learnable Moves
Tyranitar-mega can learn 89 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| aqua tail | water | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| chip away | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire blast | fire | Special | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| fire fang | fire | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| thrash | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder fang | electric | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
Tyranitar-mega Competitive Battle Guide
Mega Tyranitar has established itself as an absolute cornerstone of competitive Pokémon battling since its introduction, fundamentally shaping the metagame across multiple competitive formats. Its exceptional Attack stat of 164 combined with its improved Defense of 150 makes it an extraordinarily dangerous physical sweeper that simultaneously possesses impressive durability to withstand incoming attacks. The Sand Stream ability immediately upon Mega Evolution grants significant team support, granting damage-boosting effects to Rock-type moves while simultaneously weakening Water, Grass, and Fire-type attacks—a utility feature that benefits countless team compositions. Tyranitar's Rock/Dark typing provides excellent offensive coverage while granting useful resistances to Flying, Ghost, and Dark-type moves, though it introduces notable weaknesses to Fighting, Ground, Water, Grass, and Steel-type attacks. Competitive trainers frequently employ Mega Tyranitar as their team's physical attacker and weather setter, utilizing movesets that combine heavy-hitting attacks like Stone Edge, Crunch, and Pursuit with strategic coverage moves. Its relatively modest Speed stat of 71 means Mega Tyranitar typically functions as a slower, more durable attacker rather than a sweeper, though strategic usage of priority moves can mitigate this limitation. In the competitive landscape, Mega Tyranitar's combination of overwhelming offensive power, defensive capabilities, and weather support functionality has made it a perennial threat that shapes team building decisions across all competitive formats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Tyranitar-mega
What type is Tyranitar-mega?
Tyranitar-mega is a rock and dark type Pokemon.
What does Tyranitar-mega evolve into?
Tyranitar-mega does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Tyranitar-mega's weaknesses?
Tyranitar-mega is weak to fighting, ground, steel, water, grass, bug and fairy type moves.
Tyranitar-mega Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Mega Tyranitar occupies a significant place in Pokémon popular culture as one of the franchise's most iconic pseudo-legendary Pokémon and a symbol of devastating power. The creature's design, clearly inspired by kaiju legends and Godzilla mythology, resonates deeply with audiences who appreciate Japanese monster culture and the aesthetic of colossal, world-threatening creatures. In competitive Pokémon communities, Mega Tyranitar is recognized as a defining force that has influenced metagame development and strategic innovation throughout multiple generations. The creature's appearances in anime adaptations, including its role in the Pokémon series, have cemented its status as a visually striking and narratively important Pokémon. Mega Tyranitar's perpetual sandstorm mechanic has become iconic within competitive discourse, with many discussions regarding metagame balance and team composition centering around its weather-setting capabilities. The creature's insolent, aggressive personality as described in Pokédex entries aligns with its role as an antagonistic force in various narrative contexts, often portrayed as a powerful adversary trainers must overcome. Gaming communities celebrate Mega Tyranitar's design and strategic depth, regularly featuring it in tier lists, competitive analyses, and fan discussions about the most powerful Pokémon available to trainers.
Where to Find Tyranitar-mega in Every Pokémon Game
Mega Tyranitar's availability to trainers varies significantly depending on the game generation and specific title. The creature was first available in Generation VI games (X and Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire) where Mega Evolution was introduced, with the Tyranitarite Mega Stone obtainable through various in-game methods. In subsequent generations, Mega Tyranitar has remained available in most mainline titles, though specific acquisition methods differ; trainers in Generation VII games (Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon) can obtain Tyranitar and subsequently Mega Evolve it. Generation VIII (Sword and Shield) featured Tyranitar in the base game and The Crown Tundra DLC, providing multiple avenues for acquisition. Scarlet and Violet in Generation IX include Tyranitar as a catchable Pokémon, though Mega Evolution mechanics underwent significant changes with the introduction of Terastallization. Pokémon GO players can capture Tyranitar and access its Mega Evolution through special raid events and Mega Evolution mechanics native to that platform. The capture rate of 45 suggests that wild Tyranitar represents a reasonably challenging target requiring multiple pokéballs or status conditions to reliably capture. Base Friendship begins at 35, indicating caught Tyranitar require significant bonding before they become optimal battlers. Trainers seeking a reliable Mega Tyranitar should prioritize obtaining the corresponding Tyranitarite and developing their Tyranitar through comprehensive training and bonding.