Druddigon Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Druddigon in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Druddigon
Druddigon is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dragon typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 43.034 DPS.
Druddigon 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: Druddigon is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fire, Grass-type moves as Druddigon 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 Druddigon is Eternatus (43.034 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (41.000 DPS), and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (39.697 DPS).
Catching Druddigon: After defeating Druddigon, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1524 and 1600 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1896-1990 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Druddigon from raids will have exactly 1600 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 Druddigon?
The best counter for Druddigon 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 Druddigon?
Druddigon 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 Druddigon weak to?
Druddigon is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type attacks. It resists Electric, Fire, Grass, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Druddigon be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Druddigon's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Druddigon from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Druddigon from raids will have 1600 CP at level 20, or 1990 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1524. If you see 1600 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Druddigon worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Druddigon 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 Druddigon?
For the best moveset for Druddigon itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Druddigon 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 Druddigon without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Druddigon 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 Druddigon in raids?
Weather boost information for Druddigon 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.