Lokix Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Lokix in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Lokix
Lokix is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Dark typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 46.105 DPS.
Lokix 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: Lokix is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Psychic, Dark, Ghost-type moves as Lokix 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 Lokix is Mega Blaziken (46.105 DPS), Blacephalon (45.556 DPS), and Mega Charizard Y (44.632 DPS).
Catching Lokix: After defeating Lokix, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1286 and 1357 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1600-1688 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Lokix from raids will have exactly 1357 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 Lokix?
The best counter for Lokix is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 46.105 DPS. Other top options include Blacephalon (45.556 DPS) and Mega Charizard Y (44.632 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Lokix?
Lokix 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 Lokix weak to?
Lokix is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type attacks. It resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ground-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Lokix be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Lokix's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Lokix from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Lokix from raids will have 1357 CP at level 20, or 1688 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1286. If you see 1357 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Lokix worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Lokix 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 Lokix?
For the best moveset for Lokix itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Lokix 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 Lokix without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Lokix can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (45.556 DPS) and Enamorus (Incarnate) (39.500 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 Lokix in raids?
Weather boost information for Lokix 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.