Dragalge Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dragalge in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dragalge
Dragalge is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Dragon typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 36.207 DPS.
Dragalge 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: Dragalge is weak to Dragon, Ground, Ice, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Grass, Bug, Electric-type moves as Dragalge 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 Dragalge is Eternatus (36.207 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (34.000 DPS), and Shadow Mewtwo (33.765 DPS).
Catching Dragalge: After defeating Dragalge, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1325 and 1396 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1648-1736 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dragalge from raids will have exactly 1396 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 Dragalge?
The best counter for Dragalge is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 36.207 DPS. Other top options include Mega Rayquaza (34.000 DPS) and Shadow Mewtwo (33.765 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dragalge?
Dragalge 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 Dragalge weak to?
Dragalge is weak to Dragon, Ground, Ice, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Grass, Bug, Electric, Fighting, Fire, Poison, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dragalge be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dragalge's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dragalge from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dragalge from raids will have 1396 CP at level 20, or 1736 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1325. If you see 1396 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dragalge worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dragalge 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 Dragalge?
For the best moveset for Dragalge itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dragalge 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 Dragalge without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dragalge can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (36.207 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (28.750 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 Dragalge in raids?
Weather boost information for Dragalge is not currently available. Poison-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.