Dunsparce Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dunsparce in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dunsparce
Dunsparce is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 55.625 DPS.
Dunsparce 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: Dunsparce is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Dunsparce 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 Dunsparce is Mega Blaziken (55.625 DPS), Mega Lucario (54.833 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (48.875 DPS).
Catching Dunsparce: After defeating Dunsparce, the catch encounter will have a CP between 928 and 989 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1155-1230 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dunsparce from raids will have exactly 989 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 Dunsparce?
The best counter for Dunsparce is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 55.625 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (54.833 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (48.875 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dunsparce?
Dunsparce 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 Dunsparce weak to?
Dunsparce is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dunsparce be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dunsparce's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dunsparce from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dunsparce from raids will have 989 CP at level 20, or 1230 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 928. If you see 989 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dunsparce worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dunsparce 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 Dunsparce?
For the best moveset for Dunsparce itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dunsparce 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 Dunsparce without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dunsparce can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (42.370 DPS) and Lucario (41.667 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 Dunsparce in raids?
Weather boost information for Dunsparce is not currently available. Normal-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.