Pikachu (Rock star) Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Pikachu (Rock star) in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Pikachu (Rock star)
Pikachu (Rock star) is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 67.900 DPS.
Pikachu (Rock star) 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: Pikachu (Rock star) is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves as Pikachu (Rock star) 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 Pikachu (Rock star) is Primal Groudon (67.900 DPS), Shadow Groudon (61.000 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (59.417 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Pikachu (Rock star): After defeating Pikachu (Rock star), the catch encounter will have a CP between 505 and 549 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 628-683 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Pikachu (Rock star) from raids will have exactly 549 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 Pikachu (Rock star)?
The best counter for Pikachu (Rock star) is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 67.900 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (61.000 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (59.417 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Pikachu (Rock star)?
Pikachu (Rock star) 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 Pikachu (Rock star) weak to?
Pikachu (Rock star) is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Pikachu (Rock star) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Pikachu (Rock star)'s shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Pikachu (Rock star) from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Pikachu (Rock star) from raids will have 549 CP at level 20, or 683 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 505. If you see 549 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Pikachu (Rock star) worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Pikachu (Rock star) 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 Pikachu (Rock star)?
For the best moveset for Pikachu (Rock star) itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Pikachu (Rock star) 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 Pikachu (Rock star) without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Pikachu (Rock star) can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (58.000 DPS) and Groudon (51.200 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 Pikachu (Rock star) in raids?
Weather boost information for Pikachu (Rock star) is not currently available. Electric-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.