Runerigus Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Runerigus in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Runerigus
Runerigus is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ground/Ghost typing. The best counter is Mega Gengar (Mega) with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 28.533 DPS.
Runerigus 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: Runerigus is weak to Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fighting, Normal-type moves as Runerigus 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 Runerigus is Mega Gengar (28.533 DPS), Primal Kyogre (27.697 DPS), and Mega Sceptile (26.154 DPS).
Catching Runerigus: After defeating Runerigus, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1262 and 1331 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1569-1656 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Runerigus from raids will have exactly 1331 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 Runerigus?
The best counter for Runerigus is Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 28.533 DPS. Other top options include Primal Kyogre (27.697 DPS) and Mega Sceptile (26.154 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Runerigus?
Runerigus 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 Runerigus weak to?
Runerigus is weak to Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Water-type attacks. It resists Electric, Fighting, Normal, Poison, Bug, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Runerigus be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Runerigus's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Runerigus from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Runerigus from raids will have 1331 CP at level 20, or 1656 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1262. If you see 1331 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Runerigus worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Runerigus 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 Runerigus?
For the best moveset for Runerigus itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Runerigus 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 Runerigus without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Runerigus can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Kartana (24.267 DPS) and Blacephalon (23.429 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 Runerigus in raids?
Weather boost information for Runerigus is not currently available. Ground-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.