Clauncher Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Clauncher in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Clauncher
Clauncher is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 62.600 DPS.
Clauncher 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: Clauncher is weak to Electric, Grass -type attacks. Avoid using Fire, Ice, Steel-type moves as Clauncher 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 Clauncher is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (62.600 DPS), Regieleki (56.706 DPS), and Thundurus (Therian) (52.400 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Clauncher: After defeating Clauncher, the catch encounter will have a CP between 589 and 637 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 733-792 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Clauncher from raids will have exactly 637 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 Clauncher?
The best counter for Clauncher is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 62.600 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (56.706 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (52.400 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Clauncher?
Clauncher 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 Clauncher weak to?
Clauncher is weak to Electric, Grass-type attacks. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Clauncher be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Clauncher's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Clauncher from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Clauncher from raids will have 637 CP at level 20, or 792 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 589. If you see 637 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Clauncher worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Clauncher 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 Clauncher?
For the best moveset for Clauncher itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Clauncher 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 Clauncher without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Clauncher can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (56.706 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (52.400 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 Clauncher in raids?
Weather boost information for Clauncher is not currently available. Water-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.