Shroodle Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Shroodle in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Shroodle
Shroodle is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Normal typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 99.529 DPS.
Shroodle 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: Shroodle is weak to Ground, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost, Bug, Fairy-type moves as Shroodle 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 Shroodle is Shadow Mewtwo (99.529 DPS), Mega Alakazam (95.889 DPS), and Primal Groudon (92.200 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Shroodle: After defeating Shroodle, the catch encounter will have a CP between 499 and 544 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 621-677 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Shroodle from raids will have exactly 544 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 Shroodle?
The best counter for Shroodle is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 99.529 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (95.889 DPS) and Primal Groudon (92.200 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Shroodle?
Shroodle 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 Shroodle weak to?
Shroodle is weak to Ground, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Ghost, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Shroodle be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Shroodle's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Shroodle from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Shroodle from raids will have 544 CP at level 20, or 677 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 499. If you see 544 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Shroodle worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Shroodle 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 Shroodle?
For the best moveset for Shroodle itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Shroodle 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 Shroodle without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Shroodle can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Mewtwo (83.294 DPS) and Hoopa (Unbound) (81.556 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 Shroodle in raids?
Weather boost information for Shroodle is not currently available. Poison-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.