Torchic Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Torchic in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Torchic
Torchic is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 74.727 DPS.
Torchic 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: Torchic is weak to Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fire-type moves as Torchic 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 Torchic is Primal Kyogre (74.727 DPS), Primal Groudon (74.000 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (68.788 DPS).
Catching Torchic: After defeating Torchic, the catch encounter will have a CP between 592 and 640 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 737-796 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Torchic from raids will have exactly 640 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 Torchic?
The best counter for Torchic is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 74.727 DPS. Other top options include Primal Groudon (74.000 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (68.788 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Torchic?
Torchic 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 Torchic weak to?
Torchic is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Torchic be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Torchic's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Torchic from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Torchic from raids will have 640 CP at level 20, or 796 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 592. If you see 640 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Torchic worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Torchic 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 Torchic?
For the best moveset for Torchic itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Torchic 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 Torchic without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Torchic 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 Torchic in raids?
Weather boost information for Torchic 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.