Scolipede Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Scolipede in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Scolipede
Scolipede is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Poison typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 40.000 DPS.
Scolipede 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: Scolipede is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Grass, Bug-type moves as Scolipede 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 Scolipede is Shadow Mewtwo (40.000 DPS), Mega Alakazam (38.667 DPS), and Mega Blaziken (38.000 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Scolipede: After defeating Scolipede, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1361 and 1433 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1693-1782 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Scolipede from raids will have exactly 1433 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 Scolipede?
The best counter for Scolipede is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 40.000 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (38.667 DPS) and Mega Blaziken (38.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Scolipede?
Scolipede 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 Scolipede weak to?
Scolipede is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Grass, Bug, Fairy, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Scolipede be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Scolipede's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Scolipede from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Scolipede from raids will have 1433 CP at level 20, or 1782 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1361. If you see 1433 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Scolipede worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Scolipede 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 Scolipede?
For the best moveset for Scolipede itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Scolipede 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 Scolipede without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Scolipede can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (37.444 DPS) and Mewtwo (33.529 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 Scolipede in raids?
Weather boost information for Scolipede is not currently available. Bug-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.