Lechonk Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Lechonk in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Lechonk
Lechonk is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 89.000 DPS.
Lechonk 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: Lechonk is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Lechonk 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 Lechonk is Mega Blaziken (89.000 DPS), Mega Lucario (88.167 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (78.375 DPS).
Catching Lechonk: After defeating Lechonk, the catch encounter will have a CP between 389 and 429 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 484-534 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Lechonk from raids will have exactly 429 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 Lechonk?
The best counter for Lechonk is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 89.000 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (88.167 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (78.375 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Lechonk?
Lechonk 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 Lechonk weak to?
Lechonk is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Lechonk be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Lechonk's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Lechonk from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Lechonk from raids will have 429 CP at level 20, or 534 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 389. If you see 429 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Lechonk worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Lechonk 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 Lechonk?
For the best moveset for Lechonk itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Lechonk 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 Lechonk without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Lechonk can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (69.481 DPS) and Lucario (67.167 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 Lechonk in raids?
Weather boost information for Lechonk is not currently available. Normal-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.