Dragapult Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dragapult in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dragapult
Dragapult is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dragon/Ghost typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 43.034 DPS.
Dragapult 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: Dragapult is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Normal, Bug-type moves as Dragapult 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 Dragapult is Eternatus (43.034 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (41.000 DPS), and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (39.697 DPS).
Catching Dragapult: After defeating Dragapult, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1981 and 2069 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2465-2573 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dragapult from raids will have exactly 2069 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 Dragapult?
The best counter for Dragapult is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 43.034 DPS. Other top options include Mega Rayquaza (41.000 DPS) and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (39.697 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dragapult?
Dragapult 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 Dragapult weak to?
Dragapult is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dragapult be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dragapult's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dragapult from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dragapult from raids will have 2069 CP at level 20, or 2573 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1981. If you see 2069 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dragapult worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dragapult 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 Dragapult?
For the best moveset for Dragapult itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dragapult 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 Dragapult without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dragapult can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (43.034 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (34.563 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 Dragapult in raids?
Weather boost information for Dragapult is not currently available. Dragon-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.