Enamorus has returned to *Pokémon GO* in its Incarnate form as one of the latest 5-Star Raid bosses, and taking it down will require a well-rounded team that can exploit its weaknesses effectively. With its high Attack stat befitting a Legendary Pokémon, Enamorus is no pushover—especially after its debut during the Carnival of Love event earlier this year.
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For Trainers looking for an edge, understanding its type matchups and deploying the best counters are key. Let’s break down how to beat Enamorus efficiently, and answer one burning question: can it be Shiny in *Pokémon GO*?
Incarnate Form Enamorus: Type Weaknesses & Resistances
In *Pokémon GO*, Incarnate Form Enamorus is a dual-type Fairy- and Flying-type Pokémon. This gives it five distinct weaknesses: **Electric-, Ice-, Poison-, Rock-, and Steel-type moves**, each dealing 160% super-effective damage.
However, don’t get too excited just yet—Enamorus also boasts a wide range of resistances. It takes only 63% damage from Dark- and Grass-type attacks, and a mere 39% from Bug-, Dragon-, Fighting-, and Ground-type moves. That makes choosing effective counters a bit more strategic than usual.
| Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses | Strong Against | Resistances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Fairy/Flying | Poison Steel Electric Ice Rock | Dragon Fighting Dark Grass Poison Bug Ghost Ground Rock Water | Grass Fighting Bug Dragon Dark |
Choosing Effective Counters
While having five weaknesses may seem like a lot of flexibility, Enamorus’ potential move pool complicates things. Moves like Dazzling Gleam (Fairy), Fly (Flying), and Zen Headbutt (Psychic) allow it to cover many common weaknesses. For example, using Poison-types can be risky due to Zen Headbutt, while Rock- or Ground-types may fall victim to Grass Knot.
The safest bets remain Steel-, Electric-, and Ice-type Pokémon, especially those capable of leveraging Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) for maximum damage output.
Top Counter Picks for Enamorus in Pokémon GO
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
 | Thunder Shock | Wild Charge |
 | Thunder Shock | Wild Charge |
 | Volt Switch | Wild Charge |
 | Metal Claw | Iron Head |
 | Thunder Shock | Discharge |
 | Thunder Shock | Double Iron Bash |
 | Frost Breath | Triple Axel |
 | Thunder Fang | Wild Charge |
 | Thunder Shock | Wild Charge |
 | Rock Throw | Rock Slide |
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