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Zacian and Zamazenta are two powerful legendary Pokémon from the Galar region. In Pokémon GO, both of them have become popular due to their strong stats and striking designs. Whether you’re looking for your first catch or chasing their elusive crowned forms, now’s your best chance to add these powerful Pokémon to your team.

In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to get Zacian and Zamazenta in Pokémon GO, including their Crowned Forms, the best raid counters to defeat them. Let’s get started!

What Are Zacian & Zamazenta in Pokémon GO?

Zacian and Zamazenta are powerful Legendary Pokémon from the Galar region, first appearing in Pokémon Sword and Shield on the Nintendo Switch. Known as warrior kings, they symbolize balance in the Galarian storyline.

In Pokémon GO, both were first released in August 2021, and each has two distinct forms:

The Crowned Sword and Shield forms are stronger, offering unique type advantages. Although their debut happened during GO Fest 2025, Niantic has confirmed they will return in the GO Fest: Max Finale event. Don’t miss this second chance to catch them during this limited-time finale!

How to Get Zacian & Zamazenta in Pokémon GO?

Zacian and Zamazenta cannot be found in the wild. Here are the best methods to get Zacian & Zamazenta in Pokémon GO:

Method 1 Defeat Them in 5-Star Raid Battles

Zacian and Zamazenta appear as 5-star raid bosses during special events. Here's how to catch them:

1. Join a 5-Star Raid using a Raid Pass or Remote Raid Pass.

2. Team up with other Trainers: These challenging raids typically require 4~6 high-level players to defeat.

3. Attempt the catch using Premier Balls after defeating them.

Note: At GO Fest: Max Finale, Niantic has confirmed that Zacian and Zamazenta will take turns appearing in 5-Star Raids from August 18 to August 22. This epic finale will also feature the debut of Eternatus in Pokémon GO.

Method 2 Complete Special Research

If you buy a GO Fest 2025 ticket, you’ll unlock exclusive Special Research. This research offers branching paths, allowing you to choose between the Sword Path (Zacian) or Shield Path (Zamazenta). It’s worth mentioning that ticket-holding trainers can also obtain Volcanion by completing Special Research.

Once completed the research tasks, you'll receive a guaranteed encounter with either Zacian or Zamazenta, depending on your chosen path.

Note

GO Fest 2025 has ended. Please stay tuned for updates on subsequent events.

Method 3 Trade with Friends

Missed the event? Don’t worry! You can still get Zacian or Zamazenta through trading. Both are Legendary Pokémon, so trading them has some restrictions:

Method 4 Use Pokémon GO Spoofer

The final method is to use the Pokémon GO Spoofer LocaChange, which allows you to change your location to anywhere to join 5-Star Raids without a Remote Raid Pass. You can also move near your friends to trade with Zacian & Zamazenta.

How to Get Zacian Crowned Sword & Zamazenta Crowned Shield?

Method 1 Transform into Crowned Forms During GO Fest 2025

Niantic’s official GO Fest 2025 announcement has revealed a crucial detail:

“Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta will revert to their Hero of Many Battles forms when encountered after raids.”

This means:

You will first catch Zacian and Zamazenta in their Hero Forms via 5-star raids during GO Fest 2025.

To transform them into Crowned Sword Zacian or Crowned Shield Zamazenta, you’ll need special transformation items.

According to trusted Pokémon GO dataminers and Reddit, the transformation will require exclusive items:

• 1,000 Crowned Sword Energy (for Zacian)
• 1,000 Crowned Shield Energy (for Zamazenta)

These items can be earned in two ways:

By defeating Crowned Zacian or Crowned Zamazenta in 5-star raid battles

By completing ticketed Special Research during the GO Fest 2025

Method 2 Defeat the Crowned Forms During Raid Hours

As part of the GO Fest: Max Finale event, Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta will return to 5-Star Raids during special Raid Hours:

Crowned Sword Zacian*: Thursday, August 21, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. local time

Crowned Shield Zamazenta*: Friday, August 22, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. local time

During these Raid Hours, you’ll also have the opportunity to earn Crowned Sword Energy and Crowned Shield Energy, which are required to transform the Hero forms into their powerful Crowned forms.

Method 3 Trade for Crowned Forms

After GO Fest 2025, you may be able to trade Crowned Zacian and Zamazenta with friends, similar to their base forms. However, keep in mind:

• These are Special Trades, limited to one per day.
• If the Crowned Form is not in your Pokédex, it may cost up to 1,000,000 Stardust.
• You may need to wait for Niantic to enable trade eligibility, as new forms are sometimes temporarily locked.

Best Raid Counters for Zacian & Zamazenta [All Forms]

Zacian and Zamazenta present unique challenges in raid battles, with their powerful stats and dual-type variations. Whether you're facing their standard Hero of Many Battles forms or their Crowned Sword/Shield variants, having the right raid counters makes all the difference battles.

Best Counters for Zacian (Hero of Many Battles)

Type: Fairy

Weaknesses: Steel and Poison

Resistant to: Dragon, Bug, Dark, and Fighting

Best Counters for Zacian (Crowned Sword)

Type: Fairy/Steel

Weakness: Ground

Double resistance: Dragon and Poison

Best Counters for Zamazenta (Hero of Many Battles)

Type: Fighting

Weaknesses: Flying, Psychic, Fairy

Resistant to: Bug, Rock, Dark

Best Counters for Zamazenta (Crowned Shield)

Type: Fighting/Steel

Weaknesses: Fire, Fighting, Ground

Double resists: Bug, Dragon

Can Zacian & Zamazenta Be Shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes! Shiny Zacian and Shiny Zamazenta are available in Pokémon GO, but only in their Hero of Many Battles forms.

As of now, Shiny Crowned Zacian and Zamazenta have not been released. During GO Fest 2025, after defeating them in 5-star raids, you’ll have a chance to encounter a Shiny version of their Hero Forms. The estimated shiny rate is around 1 in 20.

To maximize your chances of getting a Shiny Zacian or Zamazenta, be sure to participate in as many 5-star raids as possible throughout the event.

More FAQs About Zacian & Zamazenta in Pokémon GO

1. Are Zacian & Zamazenta Good for PvP and PvE?

Absolutely!

• Zacian (Hero Form) is a top-tier Fairy-type for Master League PvP due to its wide coverage and bulk.
• Zacian (Crowned Sword) adds Steel typing, improving resistances and giving it a strong presence in PvE raids.
• Zamazenta (Hero Form) is a niche Fighting-type pick, decent for raids and Great League formats.
• Zamazenta (Crowned Shield) is expected to become a PvP tank, potentially rivaling Registeel in defense.

2. Will Zacian & Zamazenta Return After GO Fest?

As for their return after GO Fest 2025, it is highly likely. Niantic often cycles Legendary Pokémon back into raids or special events later in the year. However, the Crowned Forms may remain exclusive for a while, making GO Fest 2025 a rare opportunity.

3. Can You Trade Zacian & Zamazenta in Pokémon GO?

Yes, Zacian and Zamazenta can be traded in Pokémon GO, but like all Legendary Pokémon, they are considered Special Trades. This means you can only trade one per day, and it may cost up to 1,000,000 Stardust if you haven’t registered them in your Pokédex yet. Trading the Crowned Forms (if allowed) will likely follow the same rules.

4. Can Zacian & Zamazenta switch between Hero and Crowned?

No. Currently, you cannot freely switch between Hero and Crowned forms. Based on early leaks and in-game data, players will need specific items like Crowned Sword Energy or Crowned Shield Energy to transform Zacian and Zamazenta from their Hero forms into their Crowned forms. This mechanic is expected to debut during GO Fest 2025, so stay tuned for more official updates.

Conclusion

In this guide, we’ve covered everything you need to know about how to get Zacian and Zamazenta in Pokémon GO, including how to unlock their powerful Crowned Sword and Crowned Shield forms, the best raid counters. These Galarian legends won’t be around forever, so be ready to raid, trade, and evolve while you can.

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