Skuntank Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Skuntank in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Skuntank
Skuntank is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Dark typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 49.600 DPS.
Skuntank 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: Skuntank is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Dark, Ghost, Grass-type moves as Skuntank 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 Skuntank is Primal Groudon (49.600 DPS), Shadow Groudon (45.300 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (43.000 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Skuntank: After defeating Skuntank, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1310 and 1381 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1629-1718 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Skuntank from raids will have exactly 1381 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 Skuntank?
The best counter for Skuntank is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 49.600 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (45.300 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (43.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Skuntank?
Skuntank 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 Skuntank weak to?
Skuntank is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Dark, Ghost, Grass, Poison, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Skuntank be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Skuntank's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Skuntank from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Skuntank from raids will have 1381 CP at level 20, or 1718 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1310. If you see 1381 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Skuntank worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Skuntank 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 Skuntank?
For the best moveset for Skuntank itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Skuntank 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 Skuntank without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Skuntank can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (42.636 DPS) and Groudon (37.200 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 Skuntank in raids?
Weather boost information for Skuntank 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.