Togekiss Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Togekiss in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Togekiss
Togekiss is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fairy/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 34.100 DPS.
Togekiss 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: Togekiss is weak to Electric, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Dragon, Fighting-type moves as Togekiss 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 Togekiss is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (34.100 DPS), Regieleki (31.059 DPS), and Deoxys (Attack) (29.290 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Togekiss: After defeating Togekiss, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1867 and 1951 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2323-2427 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Togekiss from raids will have exactly 1951 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 Togekiss?
The best counter for Togekiss is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 34.100 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (31.059 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (29.290 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Togekiss?
Togekiss 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 Togekiss weak to?
Togekiss is weak to Electric, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel-type attacks. It resists Bug, Dragon, Fighting, Ground, Dark, Grass-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Togekiss be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Togekiss's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Togekiss from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Togekiss from raids will have 1951 CP at level 20, or 2427 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1867. If you see 1951 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Togekiss worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Togekiss 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 Togekiss?
For the best moveset for Togekiss itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Togekiss 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 Togekiss without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Togekiss can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (31.059 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (29.290 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 Togekiss in raids?
Weather boost information for Togekiss is not currently available. Fairy-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.