Pignite Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Pignite in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Pignite
Pignite is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire/Fighting typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 65.647 DPS.
Pignite 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: Pignite is weak to Flying, Ground, Psychic, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Dark, Fire-type moves as Pignite 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 Pignite is Shadow Mewtwo (65.647 DPS), Mega Alakazam (63.556 DPS), and Primal Kyogre (61.455 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Pignite: After defeating Pignite, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1062 and 1127 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1321-1402 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Pignite from raids will have exactly 1127 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 Pignite?
The best counter for Pignite is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 65.647 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (63.556 DPS) and Primal Kyogre (61.455 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Pignite?
Pignite 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 Pignite weak to?
Pignite is weak to Flying, Ground, Psychic, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Dark, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Pignite be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Pignite's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Pignite from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Pignite from raids will have 1127 CP at level 20, or 1402 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1062. If you see 1127 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Pignite worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Pignite 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 Pignite?
For the best moveset for Pignite itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Pignite 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 Pignite without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Pignite can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Mewtwo (54.941 DPS) and Hoopa (Unbound) (53.778 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 Pignite in raids?
Weather boost information for Pignite is not currently available. Fire-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.