Overqwil Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Overqwil in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Overqwil
Overqwil is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dark/Poison typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 37.400 DPS.
Overqwil 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: Overqwil is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Dark, Ghost, Grass-type moves as Overqwil 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 Overqwil is Primal Groudon (37.400 DPS), Shadow Groudon (35.500 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (33.583 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Overqwil: After defeating Overqwil, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1646 and 1725 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2048-2146 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Overqwil from raids will have exactly 1725 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 Overqwil?
The best counter for Overqwil is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 37.400 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (35.500 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (33.583 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Overqwil?
Overqwil 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 Overqwil weak to?
Overqwil is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Dark, Ghost, Grass, Poison, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Overqwil be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Overqwil's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Overqwil from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Overqwil from raids will have 1725 CP at level 20, or 2146 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1646. If you see 1725 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Overqwil worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Overqwil 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 Overqwil?
For the best moveset for Overqwil itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Overqwil 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 Overqwil without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Overqwil can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (33.000 DPS) and Groudon (30.100 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 Overqwil in raids?
Weather boost information for Overqwil is not currently available. Dark-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.