Castform Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Castform in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Castform
Castform is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 51.000 DPS.
Castform 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: Castform is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Castform 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 Castform is Mega Blaziken (51.000 DPS), Mega Lucario (50.500 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (44.375 DPS).
Catching Castform: After defeating Castform, the catch encounter will have a CP between 897 and 956 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1116-1189 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Castform from raids will have exactly 956 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 Castform?
The best counter for Castform is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 51.000 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (50.500 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (44.375 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Castform?
Castform 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 Castform weak to?
Castform is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Castform be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Castform's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Castform from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Castform from raids will have 956 CP at level 20, or 1189 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 897. If you see 956 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Castform worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Castform 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 Castform?
For the best moveset for Castform itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Castform 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 Castform without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Castform can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (38.963 DPS) and Lucario (38.667 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 Castform in raids?
Weather boost information for Castform is not currently available. Normal-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.