Dachsbun Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dachsbun in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dachsbun
Dachsbun is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fairy typing. The best counter is Mega Lucario (Mega) with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash, dealing 28.800 DPS.
Dachsbun 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: Dachsbun is weak to Poison, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Dragon, Bug, Dark-type moves as Dachsbun 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 Dachsbun is Mega Lucario (28.800 DPS), Shadow Metagross (28.000 DPS), and Mega Metagross (27.467 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Dachsbun: After defeating Dachsbun, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1161 and 1228 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1444-1527 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dachsbun from raids will have exactly 1228 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 Dachsbun?
The best counter for Dachsbun is Mega Lucario with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash, dealing 28.800 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Metagross (28.000 DPS) and Mega Metagross (27.467 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dachsbun?
Dachsbun 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 Dachsbun weak to?
Dachsbun is weak to Poison, Steel-type attacks. It resists Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fighting-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dachsbun be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dachsbun's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dachsbun from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dachsbun from raids will have 1228 CP at level 20, or 1527 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1161. If you see 1228 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dachsbun worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dachsbun 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 Dachsbun?
For the best moveset for Dachsbun itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dachsbun 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 Dachsbun without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dachsbun can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Deoxys (Attack) (25.097 DPS) and Eternatus (24.706 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 Dachsbun in raids?
Weather boost information for Dachsbun is not currently available. Fairy-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.