Scorbunny Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Scorbunny in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Scorbunny
Scorbunny is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 82.121 DPS.
Scorbunny 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: Scorbunny is weak to Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fire-type moves as Scorbunny 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 Scorbunny is Primal Kyogre (82.121 DPS), Primal Groudon (82.100 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (75.939 DPS).
Catching Scorbunny: After defeating Scorbunny, the catch encounter will have a CP between 594 and 642 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 739-799 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Scorbunny from raids will have exactly 642 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 Scorbunny?
The best counter for Scorbunny is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 82.121 DPS. Other top options include Primal Groudon (82.100 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (75.939 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Scorbunny?
Scorbunny 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 Scorbunny weak to?
Scorbunny is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Scorbunny be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Scorbunny's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Scorbunny from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Scorbunny from raids will have 642 CP at level 20, or 799 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 594. If you see 642 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Scorbunny worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Scorbunny 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 Scorbunny?
For the best moveset for Scorbunny itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Scorbunny 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 Scorbunny without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Scorbunny can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Scorbunny in raids?
Weather boost information for Scorbunny 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.