Tepig Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Tepig in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Tepig
Tepig is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 76.303 DPS.
Tepig 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: Tepig is weak to Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fire-type moves as Tepig 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 Tepig is Primal Kyogre (76.303 DPS), Primal Groudon (75.100 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (70.303 DPS).
Catching Tepig: After defeating Tepig, the catch encounter will have a CP between 586 and 634 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 729-789 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Tepig from raids will have exactly 634 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 Tepig?
The best counter for Tepig is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 76.303 DPS. Other top options include Primal Groudon (75.100 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (70.303 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Tepig?
Tepig 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 Tepig weak to?
Tepig is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Tepig be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Tepig's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Tepig from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Tepig from raids will have 634 CP at level 20, or 789 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 586. If you see 634 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Tepig worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Tepig 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 Tepig?
For the best moveset for Tepig itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Tepig 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 Tepig without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Tepig 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 Tepig in raids?
Weather boost information for Tepig 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.