Naganadel Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Naganadel in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Naganadel
Naganadel is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Dragon typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 46.483 DPS.
Naganadel 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: Naganadel is weak to Dragon, Ground, Ice, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Grass, Bug, Electric-type moves as Naganadel 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 Naganadel is Eternatus (46.483 DPS), Shadow Mewtwo (44.118 DPS), and Mega Rayquaza (43.833 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Naganadel: After defeating Naganadel, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1775 and 1858 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2208-2312 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Naganadel from raids will have exactly 1858 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 Naganadel?
The best counter for Naganadel is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 46.483 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Mewtwo (44.118 DPS) and Mega Rayquaza (43.833 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Naganadel?
Naganadel 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 Naganadel weak to?
Naganadel is weak to Dragon, Ground, Ice, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Grass, Bug, Electric, Fighting, Fire, Poison, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Naganadel be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Naganadel's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Naganadel from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Naganadel from raids will have 1858 CP at level 20, or 2312 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1775. If you see 1858 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Naganadel worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Naganadel 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 Naganadel?
For the best moveset for Naganadel itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Naganadel 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 Naganadel without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Naganadel can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (46.483 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (37.188 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 Naganadel in raids?
Weather boost information for Naganadel is not currently available. Poison-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.