Krokorok Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Krokorok in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Krokorok
Krokorok is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ground/Dark typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 78.500 DPS.
Krokorok 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: Krokorok is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Psychic, Dark-type moves as Krokorok 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 Krokorok is Mega Blaziken (78.500 DPS), Mega Lucario (77.833 DPS), and Primal Kyogre (72.000 DPS).
Catching Krokorok: After defeating Krokorok, the catch encounter will have a CP between 775 and 830 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 964-1033 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Krokorok from raids will have exactly 830 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 Krokorok?
The best counter for Krokorok is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 78.500 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (77.833 DPS) and Primal Kyogre (72.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Krokorok?
Krokorok 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 Krokorok weak to?
Krokorok is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, Water-type attacks. It resists Electric, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Poison, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Krokorok be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Krokorok's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Krokorok from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Krokorok from raids will have 830 CP at level 20, or 1033 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 775. If you see 830 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Krokorok worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Krokorok 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 Krokorok?
For the best moveset for Krokorok itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Krokorok 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 Krokorok without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Krokorok can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (63.500 DPS) and Kartana (62.267 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 Krokorok in raids?
Weather boost information for Krokorok is not currently available. Ground-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.