Zigzagoon Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Zigzagoon in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Zigzagoon
Zigzagoon is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 88.375 DPS.
Zigzagoon 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: Zigzagoon is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Zigzagoon 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 Zigzagoon is Mega Blaziken (88.375 DPS), Mega Lucario (87.500 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (77.000 DPS).
Catching Zigzagoon: After defeating Zigzagoon, the catch encounter will have a CP between 264 and 297 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 329-370 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Zigzagoon from raids will have exactly 297 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 Zigzagoon?
The best counter for Zigzagoon is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 88.375 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (87.500 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (77.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Zigzagoon?
Zigzagoon 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 Zigzagoon weak to?
Zigzagoon is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Zigzagoon be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Zigzagoon's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Zigzagoon from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Zigzagoon from raids will have 297 CP at level 20, or 370 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 264. If you see 297 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Zigzagoon worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Zigzagoon 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 Zigzagoon?
For the best moveset for Zigzagoon itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Zigzagoon 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 Zigzagoon without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Zigzagoon can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (67.556 DPS) and Lucario (66.667 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 Zigzagoon in raids?
Weather boost information for Zigzagoon 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.