Cryogonal Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Cryogonal in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Cryogonal
Cryogonal is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ice typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 32.375 DPS.
Cryogonal 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: Cryogonal is weak to Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Ice-type moves as Cryogonal 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 Cryogonal is Mega Blaziken (32.375 DPS), Mega Lucario (32.167 DPS), and Blacephalon (30.111 DPS).
Catching Cryogonal: After defeating Cryogonal, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1562 and 1638 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1943-2038 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Cryogonal from raids will have exactly 1638 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 Cryogonal?
The best counter for Cryogonal is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 32.375 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (32.167 DPS) and Blacephalon (30.111 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Cryogonal?
Cryogonal 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 Cryogonal weak to?
Cryogonal is weak to Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel-type attacks. It resists Ice-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Cryogonal be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Cryogonal's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Cryogonal from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Cryogonal from raids will have 1638 CP at level 20, or 2038 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1562. If you see 1638 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Cryogonal worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Cryogonal 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 Cryogonal?
For the best moveset for Cryogonal itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Cryogonal 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 Cryogonal without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Cryogonal can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (30.111 DPS) and Reshiram (25.857 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 Cryogonal in raids?
Weather boost information for Cryogonal is not currently available. Ice-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.