Luvdisc Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Luvdisc in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Luvdisc
Luvdisc is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 57.400 DPS.
Luvdisc 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: Luvdisc is weak to Electric, Grass -type attacks. Avoid using Fire, Ice, Steel-type moves as Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (57.400 DPS), Regieleki (50.941 DPS), and Thundurus (Therian) (47.800 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Luvdisc: After defeating Luvdisc, the catch encounter will have a CP between 454 and 496 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 565-618 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Luvdisc from raids will have exactly 496 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 Luvdisc?
The best counter for Luvdisc is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 57.400 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (50.941 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (47.800 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Luvdisc?
Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc weak to?
Luvdisc is weak to Electric, Grass-type attacks. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Luvdisc be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Luvdisc's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Luvdisc from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Luvdisc from raids will have 496 CP at level 20, or 618 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 454. If you see 496 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Luvdisc worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc?
For the best moveset for Luvdisc itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Luvdisc can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (50.941 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (47.800 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 Luvdisc in raids?
Weather boost information for Luvdisc is not currently available. Water-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.