Misdreavus Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Misdreavus in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Misdreavus
Misdreavus is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ghost typing. The best counter is Mega Gengar (Mega) with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 42.267 DPS.
Misdreavus 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: Misdreavus is weak to Dark, Ghost -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Normal, Bug-type moves as Misdreavus 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 Misdreavus is Mega Gengar (42.267 DPS), Shadow Darkrai (39.143 DPS), and Mega Absol (38.800 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Misdreavus: After defeating Misdreavus, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1065 and 1128 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1324-1403 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Misdreavus from raids will have exactly 1128 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 Misdreavus?
The best counter for Misdreavus is Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 42.267 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Darkrai (39.143 DPS) and Mega Absol (38.800 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Misdreavus?
Misdreavus 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 Misdreavus weak to?
Misdreavus is weak to Dark, Ghost-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Misdreavus be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Misdreavus's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Misdreavus from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Misdreavus from raids will have 1128 CP at level 20, or 1403 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1065. If you see 1128 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Misdreavus worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Misdreavus 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 Misdreavus?
For the best moveset for Misdreavus itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Misdreavus 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 Misdreavus without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Misdreavus can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Misdreavus in raids?
Weather boost information for Misdreavus is not currently available. Ghost-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.