Grimmsnarl Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Grimmsnarl in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Grimmsnarl
Grimmsnarl is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dark/Fairy typing. The best counter is Zacian (Crowned sword) with Metal Claw and Play Rough, dealing 43.375 DPS.
Grimmsnarl 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: Grimmsnarl is weak to Fairy, Poison, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Dark, Dragon, Psychic-type moves as Grimmsnarl 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 Grimmsnarl is Zacian (Crowned sword) (43.375 DPS), Mega Lucario (43.333 DPS), and Shadow Metagross (43.200 DPS).
Catching Grimmsnarl: After defeating Grimmsnarl, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1590 and 1669 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1979-2077 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Grimmsnarl from raids will have exactly 1669 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 Grimmsnarl?
The best counter for Grimmsnarl is Zacian (Crowned sword) with Metal Claw and Play Rough, dealing 43.375 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (43.333 DPS) and Shadow Metagross (43.200 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Grimmsnarl?
Grimmsnarl 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 Grimmsnarl weak to?
Grimmsnarl is weak to Fairy, Poison, Steel-type attacks. It resists Dark, Dragon, Psychic, Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Grimmsnarl be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Grimmsnarl's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Grimmsnarl from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Grimmsnarl from raids will have 1669 CP at level 20, or 2077 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1590. If you see 1669 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Grimmsnarl worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Grimmsnarl 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 Grimmsnarl?
For the best moveset for Grimmsnarl itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Grimmsnarl 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 Grimmsnarl without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Grimmsnarl can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Zacian (Crowned sword) (43.375 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (37.484 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 Grimmsnarl in raids?
Weather boost information for Grimmsnarl is not currently available. Dark-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.