Dolliv Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dolliv in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dolliv
Dolliv is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Grass/Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 54.250 DPS.
Dolliv 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: Dolliv is weak to Bug, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost, Electric, Grass-type moves as Dolliv 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 Dolliv is Mega Blaziken (54.250 DPS), Mega Lucario (53.333 DPS), and Blacephalon (49.889 DPS).
Catching Dolliv: After defeating Dolliv, the catch encounter will have a CP between 784 and 839 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 976-1043 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dolliv from raids will have exactly 839 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 Dolliv?
The best counter for Dolliv is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 54.250 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (53.333 DPS) and Blacephalon (49.889 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dolliv?
Dolliv 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 Dolliv weak to?
Dolliv is weak to Bug, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type attacks. It resists Ghost, Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dolliv be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dolliv's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dolliv from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dolliv from raids will have 839 CP at level 20, or 1043 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 784. If you see 839 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dolliv worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dolliv 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 Dolliv?
For the best moveset for Dolliv itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dolliv 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 Dolliv without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dolliv can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (49.889 DPS) and Eternatus (44.296 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 Dolliv in raids?
Weather boost information for Dolliv is not currently available. Grass-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.