Eldegoss Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Eldegoss in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Eldegoss
Eldegoss is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Grass typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 31.579 DPS.
Eldegoss 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: Eldegoss is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Grass, Ground-type moves as Eldegoss 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 Eldegoss is Mega Blaziken (31.579 DPS), Blacephalon (31.000 DPS), and Mega Charizard Y (30.421 DPS).
Catching Eldegoss: After defeating Eldegoss, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1103 and 1168 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1372-1453 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Eldegoss from raids will have exactly 1168 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 Eldegoss?
The best counter for Eldegoss is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 31.579 DPS. Other top options include Blacephalon (31.000 DPS) and Mega Charizard Y (30.421 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Eldegoss?
Eldegoss 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 Eldegoss weak to?
Eldegoss is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type attacks. It resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Eldegoss be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Eldegoss's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Eldegoss from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Eldegoss from raids will have 1168 CP at level 20, or 1453 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1103. If you see 1168 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Eldegoss worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Eldegoss 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 Eldegoss?
For the best moveset for Eldegoss itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Eldegoss 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 Eldegoss without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Eldegoss can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (31.000 DPS) and Eternatus (27.778 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 Eldegoss in raids?
Weather boost information for Eldegoss is not currently available. Grass-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.