Pokemon GO Scolipede raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

Scolipede was added to Pokemon GO on January 10, 2020, alongside the Trade Evolution feature. Known for its dual typing and striking appearance, this Bug- and Poison-type Pokemon can be a formidable raid boss if you’re not prepared well enough.

Now is the time to start preparing, as Scolipede will appear during the Pokemon GO Wild Area: Global event in 3-star raids from November 23-24, 2024.

Here’s everything you need to know to defeat Scolipede in raids, including its weaknesses, best counters, and shiny availability.

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Pokemon GO Scolipede raid: Weaknesses

Scolipede as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

As a Bug- and Poison-type Pokemon, Scolipede has several exploitable weaknesses that can give you the upper hand:

• Psychic-type attacks: Deal 160% damage
• Flying-type attacks: Deal 160% damage
• Fire-type attacks: Deal 160% damage
• Rock-type attacks: Deal 160% damage

Stack your team with Pokemon using these types to maximize your chances of success.

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Scolipede’s stat distribution and moveset in Pokemon GO

Scolipede’s stats and versatile moveset make it a challenging opponent in battle:

• Attack: 203
• Defense: 175

Potential moves

Fast Attacks

• Bug Bite
• Poison Jab

Charged Attacks

• Megahorn
• Sludge Bomb
• X-Scissor
• Gyro Ball

Understanding its potential moves helps in choosing counters that resist these attacks or those that allow you quickly take Scolipede down.

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Pokemon GO Scolipede raid: Best counters

To effectively defeat Scolipede in Pokemon GO, consider these top-tier counters:

• Mega Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent
• Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Alakazam with Confusion and Psychic
• Mega Charizard Y with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Gallade with Confusion and Psychic
• Mega Latios with Zen Headbutt and Psychic
• Mega Diancie with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
• Mega Gardevoir with Confusion and Psychic
• Mega Pidgeot with Gust and Brave Bird
• Mega Charizard X with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike
• Shadow Salamence with Fire Fang and Fly
• Shadow Ho-Oh with Extrasensory and Brave Bird
• Shadow Metagross with Zen Headbutt and Psychic
• Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide
• Shadow Chandelure with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Entei with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Darmanitan with Fire Fang and Overheat
• Shadow Staraptor with Wing Attack and Brave Bird
• Shadow Moltres with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Typhlosion with Incinerate and Blast Burn
• Reshiram with Fire Fang and Fusion Flare
• Hoopa - Unbound with Confusion and Psychic

With the right combination, you can quickly take down Scolipede before it unleashes its powerful attacks.

If you don't have any of these, refer to a Pokemon Type Calculator to understand which team you should face Scolipede with.

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Pokemon GO Scolipede raid catch: CP and shiny availability

Scolipede and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

After defeating Scolipede in a raid, you’ll have the opportunity to catch it. Here’s what to expect based on the weather:

• Normal Weather: 1328 CP - 1398 CP (Level 20)
• Weather Boosted (Rain and Cloudy): 1660 CP - 1747 CP (Level 25)

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What are the 100% IVs from Pokemon GO Scolipede raid?

Trainers looking to catch a perfect Scolipede should keep this in mind:

• Non-Weather Boosted: 1398 CP
• Weather Boosted: 1747 CP

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Can Scolipede be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Yes, Scolipede’s shiny form is available in Pokemon GO. Keep an eye out for its striking appearance after a raid win.

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Pokemon GO's Scolipede may be a tough opponent, but you can emerge victorious with the right strategy and counters. Whether you are hunting for its shiny form, perfect IVs, or simply adding it to your collection, this raid battle is a rewarding challenge. Assemble your team, exploit its weaknesses, and dominate the raid.

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• Buddy Evolution Adventure Together guide
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• Sierra counters
• Cliff counters
• Arlo counters
• Giovanni counters
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