Golisopod Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Golisopod in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Golisopod
Golisopod is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 32.600 DPS.
Golisopod 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: Golisopod is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Ground, Ice-type moves as Golisopod 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 Golisopod is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (32.600 DPS), Regieleki (29.882 DPS), and Mega Rayquaza (27.677 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Golisopod: After defeating Golisopod, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1770 and 1852 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2202-2304 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Golisopod from raids will have exactly 1852 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 Golisopod?
The best counter for Golisopod is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 32.600 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (29.882 DPS) and Mega Rayquaza (27.677 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Golisopod?
Golisopod 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 Golisopod weak to?
Golisopod is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Golisopod be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Golisopod's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Golisopod from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Golisopod from raids will have 1852 CP at level 20, or 2304 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1770. If you see 1852 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Golisopod worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Golisopod 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 Golisopod?
For the best moveset for Golisopod itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Golisopod 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 Golisopod without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Golisopod can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (29.882 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (27.400 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 Golisopod in raids?
Weather boost information for Golisopod is not currently available. Bug-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.