Slakoth Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Slakoth in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Slakoth
Slakoth is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 76.750 DPS.
Slakoth 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: Slakoth is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Slakoth 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 Slakoth is Mega Blaziken (76.750 DPS), Mega Lucario (76.000 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (67.625 DPS).
Catching Slakoth: After defeating Slakoth, the catch encounter will have a CP between 541 and 587 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 673-730 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Slakoth from raids will have exactly 587 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 Slakoth?
The best counter for Slakoth is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 76.750 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (76.000 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (67.625 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Slakoth?
Slakoth 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 Slakoth weak to?
Slakoth is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Slakoth be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Slakoth's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Slakoth from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Slakoth from raids will have 587 CP at level 20, or 730 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 541. If you see 587 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Slakoth worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Slakoth 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 Slakoth?
For the best moveset for Slakoth itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Slakoth 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 Slakoth without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Slakoth can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (59.407 DPS) and Lucario (57.833 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 Slakoth in raids?
Weather boost information for Slakoth is not currently available. Normal-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.