Impidimp Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Impidimp in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Impidimp
Impidimp 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 87.000 DPS.
Impidimp 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: Impidimp is weak to Fairy, Poison, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Dark, Dragon, Psychic-type moves as Impidimp 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 Impidimp is Zacian (Crowned sword) (87.000 DPS), Mega Lucario (86.933 DPS), and Shadow Metagross (86.000 DPS).
Catching Impidimp: After defeating Impidimp, the catch encounter will have a CP between 431 and 473 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 536-588 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Impidimp from raids will have exactly 473 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
Quick Stats
Weak To
Best Counters
Budget Counters (No Shadow / No Mega)
Catch CP
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Impidimp?
The best counter for Impidimp is Zacian (Crowned sword) with Metal Claw and Play Rough, dealing 87.000 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (86.933 DPS) and Shadow Metagross (86.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Impidimp?
Impidimp 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 Impidimp weak to?
Impidimp is weak to Fairy, Poison, Steel-type attacks. It resists Dark, Dragon, Psychic, Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Impidimp be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Impidimp's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Impidimp from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Impidimp from raids will have 473 CP at level 20, or 588 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 431. If you see 473 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Impidimp worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Impidimp 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 Impidimp?
For the best moveset for Impidimp itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Impidimp 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 Impidimp without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Impidimp can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Zacian (Crowned sword) (87.000 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (75.935 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 Impidimp in raids?
Weather boost information for Impidimp 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.