Eelektrik Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Eelektrik in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Eelektrik
Eelektrik is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 50.000 DPS.
Eelektrik 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: Eelektrik is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves as Eelektrik 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 Eelektrik is Primal Groudon (50.000 DPS), Shadow Groudon (45.800 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (44.833 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Eelektrik: After defeating Eelektrik, the catch encounter will have a CP between 945 and 1004 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1175-1250 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Eelektrik from raids will have exactly 1004 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 Eelektrik?
The best counter for Eelektrik is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 50.000 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (45.800 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (44.833 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Eelektrik?
Eelektrik 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 Eelektrik weak to?
Eelektrik is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Eelektrik be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Eelektrik's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Eelektrik from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Eelektrik from raids will have 1004 CP at level 20, or 1250 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 945. If you see 1004 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Eelektrik worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Eelektrik 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 Eelektrik?
For the best moveset for Eelektrik itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Eelektrik 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 Eelektrik without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Eelektrik can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (43.091 DPS) and Groudon (37.600 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 Eelektrik in raids?
Weather boost information for Eelektrik is not currently available. Electric-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.