Klink Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Klink in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Klink
Klink is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Steel typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 58.250 DPS.
Klink 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: Klink is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Poison, Bug, Dragon-type moves as Klink 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 Klink is Mega Blaziken (58.250 DPS), Mega Lucario (57.833 DPS), and Blacephalon (54.222 DPS).
Catching Klink: After defeating Klink, the catch encounter will have a CP between 515 and 560 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 641-696 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Klink from raids will have exactly 560 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 Klink?
The best counter for Klink is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 58.250 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (57.833 DPS) and Blacephalon (54.222 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Klink?
Klink 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 Klink weak to?
Klink is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type attacks. It resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Klink be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Klink's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Klink from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Klink from raids will have 560 CP at level 20, or 696 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 515. If you see 560 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Klink worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Klink 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 Klink?
For the best moveset for Klink itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Klink 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 Klink without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Klink can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (54.222 DPS) and Landorus (Therian) (46.818 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 Klink in raids?
Weather boost information for Klink is not currently available. Steel-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.