Reuniclus Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Reuniclus in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Reuniclus
Reuniclus is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Psychic typing. The best counter is Mega Gengar (Mega) with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 44.667 DPS.
Reuniclus 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: Reuniclus is weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Psychic-type moves as Reuniclus 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 Reuniclus is Mega Gengar (44.667 DPS), Shadow Darkrai (40.714 DPS), and Shadow Gengar (40.400 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Reuniclus: After defeating Reuniclus, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1635 and 1714 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2033-2132 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Reuniclus from raids will have exactly 1714 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 Reuniclus?
The best counter for Reuniclus is Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 44.667 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Darkrai (40.714 DPS) and Shadow Gengar (40.400 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Reuniclus?
Reuniclus 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 Reuniclus weak to?
Reuniclus is weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Reuniclus be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Reuniclus's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Reuniclus from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Reuniclus from raids will have 1714 CP at level 20, or 2132 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1635. If you see 1714 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Reuniclus worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Reuniclus 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 Reuniclus?
For the best moveset for Reuniclus itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Reuniclus 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 Reuniclus without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Reuniclus can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (37.857 DPS) and Pheromosa (36.750 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 Reuniclus in raids?
Weather boost information for Reuniclus is not currently available. Psychic-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.