Centiskorch Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Centiskorch in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Centiskorch
Centiskorch is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire/Bug typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 58.952 DPS.
Centiskorch 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: Centiskorch is weak to Rock (double weak!), Flying, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Grass, Bug, Fairy-type moves as Centiskorch 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 Centiskorch is Shadow Rampardos (58.952 DPS), Mega Diancie (58.737 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (55.067 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Centiskorch: After defeating Centiskorch, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1671 and 1751 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2079-2179 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Centiskorch from raids will have exactly 1751 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
Quick Stats
Weak To
Best Counters
Budget Counters (No Shadow / No Mega)
Catch CP
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Centiskorch?
The best counter for Centiskorch is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 58.952 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (58.737 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (55.067 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Centiskorch?
Centiskorch 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 Centiskorch weak to?
Centiskorch is weak to Rock (double weak), Flying, Water-type attacks. It resists Grass, Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Centiskorch be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Centiskorch's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Centiskorch from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Centiskorch from raids will have 1751 CP at level 20, or 2179 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1671. If you see 1751 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Centiskorch worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Centiskorch 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 Centiskorch?
For the best moveset for Centiskorch itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Centiskorch 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 Centiskorch without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Centiskorch can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Glimmora (50.067 DPS) and Rampardos (49.524 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 Centiskorch in raids?
Weather boost information for Centiskorch is not currently available. Fire-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.