Ceruledge Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Ceruledge in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Ceruledge
Ceruledge is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire/Ghost typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 35.200 DPS.
Ceruledge 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: Ceruledge is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fighting, Normal-type moves as Ceruledge 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 Ceruledge is Primal Groudon (35.200 DPS), Primal Kyogre (34.909 DPS), and Mega Gengar (34.533 DPS).
Catching Ceruledge: After defeating Ceruledge, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1775 and 1857 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2209-2311 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Ceruledge from raids will have exactly 1857 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 Ceruledge?
The best counter for Ceruledge is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 35.200 DPS. Other top options include Primal Kyogre (34.909 DPS) and Mega Gengar (34.533 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Ceruledge?
Ceruledge 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 Ceruledge weak to?
Ceruledge is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fighting, Normal, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Ceruledge be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Ceruledge's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Ceruledge from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Ceruledge from raids will have 1857 CP at level 20, or 2311 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1775. If you see 1857 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Ceruledge worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Ceruledge 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 Ceruledge?
For the best moveset for Ceruledge itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Ceruledge 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 Ceruledge without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Ceruledge can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Ceruledge in raids?
Weather boost information for Ceruledge 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.