Ledian Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Ledian in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Ledian
Ledian is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 52.190 DPS.
Ledian 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: Ledian is weak to Rock (double weak!), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Ground, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Ledian 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 Ledian is Shadow Rampardos (52.190 DPS), Mega Diancie (52.000 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (48.733 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Ledian: After defeating Ledian, the catch encounter will have a CP between 734 and 788 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 914-981 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Ledian from raids will have exactly 788 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 Ledian?
The best counter for Ledian is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 52.190 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (52.000 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (48.733 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Ledian?
Ledian 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 Ledian weak to?
Ledian is weak to Rock (double weak), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice-type attacks. It resists Ground, Fighting, Grass, Bug-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Ledian be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Ledian's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Ledian from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Ledian from raids will have 788 CP at level 20, or 981 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 734. If you see 788 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Ledian worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Ledian 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 Ledian?
For the best moveset for Ledian itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Ledian 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 Ledian without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Ledian can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Glimmora (44.000 DPS) and Rampardos (43.238 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 Ledian in raids?
Weather boost information for Ledian 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.