Larvesta Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Larvesta in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Larvesta
Larvesta is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Fire typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 87.429 DPS.
Larvesta 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: Larvesta is weak to Rock (double weak!), Flying, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Grass, Bug, Fairy-type moves as Larvesta 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 Larvesta is Shadow Rampardos (87.429 DPS), Mega Diancie (86.000 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (80.733 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Larvesta: After defeating Larvesta, the catch encounter will have a CP between 820 and 876 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1020-1090 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Larvesta from raids will have exactly 876 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 Larvesta?
The best counter for Larvesta is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 87.429 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (86.000 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (80.733 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Larvesta?
Larvesta 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 Larvesta weak to?
Larvesta is weak to Rock (double weak), Flying, Water-type attacks. It resists Grass, Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Larvesta be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Larvesta's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Larvesta from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Larvesta from raids will have 876 CP at level 20, or 1090 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 820. If you see 876 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Larvesta worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Larvesta 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 Larvesta?
For the best moveset for Larvesta itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Larvesta 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 Larvesta without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Larvesta can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Rampardos (72.952 DPS) and Glimmora (72.867 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 Larvesta in raids?
Weather boost information for Larvesta is not currently available. Bug-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.