Zoroark Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Zoroark in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Zoroark
Zoroark is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dark typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 55.875 DPS.
Zoroark 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: Zoroark is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Psychic, Dark, Ghost-type moves as Zoroark 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 Zoroark is Mega Blaziken (55.875 DPS), Mega Lucario (55.167 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (49.000 DPS).
Catching Zoroark: After defeating Zoroark, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1429 and 1506 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1778-1873 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Zoroark from raids will have exactly 1506 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 Zoroark?
The best counter for Zoroark is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 55.875 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (55.167 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (49.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Zoroark?
Zoroark 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 Zoroark weak to?
Zoroark is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type attacks. It resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Zoroark be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Zoroark's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Zoroark from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Zoroark from raids will have 1506 CP at level 20, or 1873 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1429. If you see 1506 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Zoroark worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Zoroark 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 Zoroark?
For the best moveset for Zoroark itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Zoroark 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 Zoroark without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Zoroark can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (44.917 DPS) and Kartana (42.000 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 Zoroark in raids?
Weather boost information for Zoroark is not currently available. Dark-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.