Goodra Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Goodra in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Goodra
Goodra is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dragon typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 30.759 DPS.
Goodra 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: Goodra is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fire, Grass-type moves as Goodra 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 Goodra is Eternatus (30.759 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (28.833 DPS), and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (28.182 DPS).
Catching Goodra: After defeating Goodra, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1967 and 2053 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2447-2554 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Goodra from raids will have exactly 2053 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 Goodra?
The best counter for Goodra is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 30.759 DPS. Other top options include Mega Rayquaza (28.833 DPS) and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (28.182 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Goodra?
Goodra 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 Goodra weak to?
Goodra is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type attacks. It resists Electric, Fire, Grass, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Goodra be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Goodra's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Goodra from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Goodra from raids will have 2053 CP at level 20, or 2554 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1967. If you see 2053 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Goodra worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Goodra 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 Goodra?
For the best moveset for Goodra itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Goodra 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 Goodra without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Goodra can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (30.759 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (24.625 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 Goodra in raids?
Weather boost information for Goodra 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.