Arbok Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Arbok in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Arbok
Arbok is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 45.529 DPS.
Arbok can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Arbok is weak to Ground, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type moves as Arbok resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Arbok is Shadow Mewtwo (45.529 DPS), Mega Alakazam (43.889 DPS), and Primal Groudon (41.900 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Arbok: After defeating Arbok, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1061 and 1125 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1320-1399 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Arbok from raids will have exactly 1125 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Arbok?
The best counter for Arbok is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 45.529 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (43.889 DPS) and Primal Groudon (41.900 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Arbok?
Arbok can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Arbok weak to?
Arbok is weak to Ground, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Arbok be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Arbok's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Arbok from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Arbok from raids will have 1125 CP at level 20, or 1399 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1061. If you see 1125 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Arbok worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Arbok is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Arbok?
For the best moveset for Arbok itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Arbok stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Arbok without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Arbok can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Mewtwo (38.000 DPS) and Hoopa (Unbound) (37.556 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Arbok in raids?
Weather boost information for Arbok is not currently available. Poison-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.