Graveler Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Graveler in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Graveler
Graveler is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Rock/Ground typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 63.152 DPS.
Graveler 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: Graveler is weak to Grass (double weak!), Water (double weak!), Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Poison, Fire-type moves as Graveler 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 Graveler is Primal Kyogre (63.152 DPS), Mega Sceptile (59.077 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (58.485 DPS).
Catching Graveler: After defeating Graveler, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1048 and 1111 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1304-1382 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Graveler from raids will have exactly 1111 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 Graveler?
The best counter for Graveler is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 63.152 DPS. Other top options include Mega Sceptile (59.077 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (58.485 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Graveler?
Graveler 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 Graveler weak to?
Graveler is weak to Grass (double weak), Water (double weak), Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type attacks. It resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Graveler be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Graveler's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Graveler from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Graveler from raids will have 1111 CP at level 20, or 1382 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1048. If you see 1111 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Graveler worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Graveler 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 Graveler?
For the best moveset for Graveler itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Graveler 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 Graveler without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Graveler can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Kartana (54.933 DPS) and Shaymin (Sky) (49.571 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 Graveler in raids?
Weather boost information for Graveler is not currently available. Rock-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.