Dreepy Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dreepy in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dreepy
Dreepy is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dragon/Ghost typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 120.483 DPS.
Dreepy 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: Dreepy is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Normal, Bug-type moves as Dreepy 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 Dreepy is Eternatus (120.483 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (114.667 DPS), and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (109.030 DPS).
Catching Dreepy: After defeating Dreepy, the catch encounter will have a CP between 408 and 449 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 508-559 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dreepy from raids will have exactly 449 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 Dreepy?
The best counter for Dreepy is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 120.483 DPS. Other top options include Mega Rayquaza (114.667 DPS) and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (109.030 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dreepy?
Dreepy 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 Dreepy weak to?
Dreepy 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 Dreepy be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dreepy's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dreepy from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dreepy from raids will have 449 CP at level 20, or 559 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 408. If you see 449 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dreepy worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dreepy 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 Dreepy?
For the best moveset for Dreepy itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dreepy 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 Dreepy without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dreepy can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (120.483 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (95.750 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 Dreepy in raids?
Weather boost information for Dreepy 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.