Skrelp Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Skrelp in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Skrelp
Skrelp is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 67.300 DPS.
Skrelp 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: Skrelp is weak to Electric, Ground, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type moves as Skrelp 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 Skrelp is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (67.300 DPS), Shadow Mewtwo (64.235 DPS), and Mega Alakazam (61.778 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Skrelp: After defeating Skrelp, the catch encounter will have a CP between 575 and 622 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 716-774 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Skrelp from raids will have exactly 622 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 Skrelp?
The best counter for Skrelp is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 67.300 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Mewtwo (64.235 DPS) and Mega Alakazam (61.778 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Skrelp?
Skrelp 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 Skrelp weak to?
Skrelp is weak to Electric, Ground, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Ice, Poison, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Skrelp be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Skrelp's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Skrelp from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Skrelp from raids will have 622 CP at level 20, or 774 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 575. If you see 622 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Skrelp worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Skrelp 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 Skrelp?
For the best moveset for Skrelp itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Skrelp 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 Skrelp without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Skrelp can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (60.588 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (59.226 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 Skrelp in raids?
Weather boost information for Skrelp 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.