How To Get the Metagrossite in Pokémon ORAS

Getting the Metagrossite from Steven in the E4 (Pokémon Omega Ruby)

To obtain the Metagrossite (Metagross’ Mega Stone) you’ll need to defeat Champion Steven in a rematch at the Pokémon League.

But before you’re able to face Steven again, you’ll need to beat the Elite Four at least once to unlock the option to rematch them. And then you’ll need to beat all the E4 members in rematches too (along with rematching Steven for the mega stone).

Keep in mind that you can’t challenge the E4 to rematches until after you’ve completed the Delta Episode in the post-game.

Prerequisites

Some Mega Stones, such as Metagross’ Mega Stone, are only available after completing the Delta Episode.

If you visit the Pokémon League to re-challenge them before completing the Delta Episode, you won’t be able to proceed, and the attendants will inform you that Steven isn’t currently there at the moment.

The Pokémon League is temporarily closed / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
The Pokémon League is temporarily closed

So you’ll at least need to clear two conditions before you can get this mega stone:

  • Beat the Elite Four & beat the game once
  • Clear the Delta Episode

After that, you’ll be all set to get your Metagrossite.

Getting the Metagrossite

Pokémon League Rematches

Inside the Pokémon League / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Inside the Pokémon League

After finishing the Delta Episode, you can now challenge the Elite Four & Champion again.

But now, they boast more diverse teams with Pokémon from various regions, with each of their Ace Pokémon capable of Mega Evolution.

Before challenging the Pokémon League again, make sure you’re well-prepared for the rematches. Their Pokémon’s levels range from 70-79, so train your team to be around this level before attempting the challenge.

And don’t forget to stock up on Revives and Full Restores.

When you’re ready, return to the Pokémon League and proceed through the central doors between the Ace Trainers to start the challenge.

Elite Four #1: Sidney’s Team (Rematch)

Elite Four Sidney’s room / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Elite Four Sidney’s room

After the door behind you locks, proceed up the hallway and enter the first room to face Sidney.

Sidney employs a straightforward beatdown strategy that relies on powerful Physical Dark-types, and a deceptive Zoroark disguised as another team member.

The following table provides a breakdown of Sidney’s team:

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Pokémon Scrafty Lv. 70 Shiftry Lv. 70 Zoroark Lv. 70 Sharpedo Lv. 70 Mandibuzz Lv. 70 Mega Absol Lv. 72
Type Dark / Fighting Grass / Dark Dark Water / Dark Dark / Flying Dark
Ability Intimidate Chlorophyll Illusion Rough Skin Overcoat Magic Bounce
Held Item None None None None None Absolite
Moves
  • Crunch
  • Brick Break
  • Poison Jab
  • Dragon Claw
  • Fake Out
  • Feint Attack
  • Extrasensory
  • Leaf Blade
  • Night Slash
  • Shadow Claw
  • Dark Pulse
  • Flamethrower
  • Crunch
  • Poison Jab
  • Aqua Jet
  • Slash
  • Brave Bird
  • Bone Rush
  • Feint Attack
  • Tailwind
  • Aerial Ace
  • Night Slash
  • Psycho Cut
  • Slash

Elite Four #2: Phoebe’s Team (Rematch)

Elite Four Phoebe’s room / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Elite Four Phoebe’s room

Once Sidney is defeated, head north to the next room and challenge Phoebe.

Her strategy revolves around Ghost-type Pokémon, using disruptive moves and status conditions to hinder opponents.

The following table provides a breakdown of Phoebe’s team:

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Pokémon Banette Lv. 71 Mismagius Lv. 71 Drifblim Lv. 71 Chandelure Lv. 71 Dusknoir Lv. 71 Mega Sableye Lv. 73
Type Ghost Ghost Ghost / Flying Ghost / Fire Ghost Dark / Ghost
Ability Insomnia Levitate Aftermath Flame Body Pressure Magic Bounce
Held Item None None None None None Sablenite
Moves
  • Shadow Ball
  • Grudge
  • Toxic
  • Psychic
  • Shadow Ball
  • Power Gem
  • Thunderbolt
  • Pain Split
  • Phantom Force
  • Psychic
  • Icy Wind
  • Acrobatics
  • Hex
  • Flamethrower
  • Energy Ball
  • Dark Pulse
  • Hex
  • Fire Punch
  • Ice Punch
  • Thunder Punch
  • Shadow Claw
  • Foul Play
  • Power Gem
  • Fake Out

Elite Four #3: Glacia’s Team (Rematch)

Elite Four Glacia’s room / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Elite Four Glacia’s room

With Phoebe defeated, continue north to the third room to battle Glacia. Glacia uses Ice-type Pokémon and a strategy revolving around Hail to boost their abilities and chip away at your team’s health.

The following table provides a breakdown of Glacia’s team:

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Pokémon Abomasnow Lv. 72 Beartic Lv. 72 Froslass Lv. 72 Vanilluxe Lv. 72 Walrein Lv. 72 Mega Glalie Lv. 74
Type Grass / Ice Ice Ice / Ghost Ice Ice / Water Ice
Ability Snow Warning Snow Cloak Snow Cloak Ice Body Thick Fat Refrigerate
Held Item None None None None None Glalitite
Moves
  • Blizzard
  • Wood Hammer
  • Ice Shard
  • Earthquake
  • Icicle Crash
  • Slash
  • Shadow Claw
  • Brick Break
  • Draining Kiss
  • Blizzard
  • Hail
  • Shadow Ball
  • Ice Beam
  • Mirror Coat
  • Freeze-dry
  • Signal Beam
  • Surf
  • Body Slam
  • Blizzard
  • Sheer Cold
  • Protect
  • Ice Shard
  • Hail
  • Freeze-Dry

Elite Four #4: Drake’s Team (Rematch)

Elite Four Drake’s room / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Elite Four Drake’s room

After defeating Glacia, move north to the final Elite Four room and challenge Drake. He capitalizes on the raw power and versatility of his Dragon-type Pokémon to cover various types and overwhelm challengers.

The following table provides a breakdown of Drake’s team:

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Pokémon Altaria Lv. 73 Dragalge Lv. 73 Kingdra Lv. 73 Flygon Lv. 73 Haxorus Lv. 73 Mega Salamence Lv. 75
Type Dragon / Flying Poison / Dragon Water / Dragon Ground / Dragon Dragon Dragon / Flying
Ability Natural Cure Poison Point Sniper Levitate Mold Breaker Aerilate
Held Item None None None None None Salamencite
Moves
  • Aerial Ace
  • Cotton Guard
  • Dragon Pulse
  • Moonblast
  • Dragon Pulse
  • Hydro Pump
  • Sludge Wave
  • Thunderbolt
  • Dragon Pulse
  • Surf
  • Yawn
  • Ice Beam
  • Flamethrower
  • Boomburst
  • Dragon Claw
  • Screech
  • Dragon Claw
  • Earthquake
  • X-Scissor
  • Shadow Claw
  • Dragon Rush
  • Zen Headbutt
  • Crunch
  • Thunder Fang

Champion Steven’s Team (Rematch)

The location of the Metagrossite / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
The location of the Metagrossite

Once the Elite Four are defeated, it’s time to face the final challenge: Champion Steven.

His team consists of a diverse mix of Pokémon, with many being Steel- or Rock-types. Steven’s strategy revolves around utilizing their defensive prowess to dominate battles and outlast opponents.

Below is a table outlining Champion Steven’s team for the rematch:

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Pokémon Skarmory Lv. 77 Carbink Lv. 77 Aerodactyl Lv. 77 Claydol Lv. 77 Aggron Lv. 77 Mega Metagross Lv. 79
Type Steel / Flying Rock / Fairy Rock / Flying Ground / Psychic Steel / Rock Steel / Psychic
Ability Sturdy Clear Body Pressure Levitate Sturdy Tough Claws
Held Item None None None None None Metagrossite
Moves
  • Toxic
  • Aerial Ace
  • Spikes
  • Steel Wing
  • Moonblast
  • Power Gem
  • Psychic
  • Earth Power
  • Rock Slide
  • Ice Fang
  • Thunder Fang
  • Fire Fang
  • Reflect
  • Light Screen
  • Extrasensory
  • Earth Power
  • Stone Edge
  • Earthquake
  • Iron Tail
  • Dragon Claw
  • Bullet Punch
  • Zen Headbutt
  • Meteor Punch
  • Giga Impact

Once you’ve won, Steven will talk to you for a bit and congratulate you on your win. Then he’ll give you Metagross’ Mega Stone (the Metagrossite) as a reward.

Is Mega Metagross Worth Using?

Mega Metagross / Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Mega Metagross

Mega Metagross is definitely worth using due to its well-rounded stats and exceptional defensive typing. Its ability Tough Claws synergizes well with its diverse physical movepool, making it an even more powerful threat.

However, its base Speed before Mega Evolution is relatively low, which might leave it vulnerable to faster opponents on the first turn.

Mega Metagross’ new ability is Tough Claws, which increases the power of moves that make direct contact by 30%.

If you want to use Mega Metagross in your team, consider the following pros and cons:

Pros

  • Impressive overall stats. Mega Metagross boasts strong offensive and defensive capabilities, making it a force to be reckoned with.
  • Multiple resistances due to its great defensive typing. Its Steel/Psychic typing offers nine resistances and 1 immunity, allowing it to seamlessly switch in more easily.
  • Boosted contact moves with Tough Claws. This ability gives a 30% power increase to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) moves like Meteor Mash and Zen Headbutt.
  • Diverse Movepool. Mega Metagross can utilize popular coverage moves such as Bullet Punch, Earthquake, and Ice Punch to its advantage.

Cons

  • Low Speed before Mega Evolution. With a base Speed of just 70 before Mega Evolving, Metagross might struggle against faster opponents during the turn it Mega Evolves.
  • Competition with its non-Mega form. While Mega Metagross is great, its non-Mega variant can still be viable – particularly when using an Assault Vest set. So by just using a regular Metagross you still have the option to run another Mega Pokémon on your team instead.
  • Weakness to commonly-used types. Despite its impressive defensive typing, Mega Metagross is still weak to commonly-used types such as Fire and Ground-type moves.

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