Pokemon GO Skarmory raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

Pokemon GO Skarmory, the dual Steel/Flying-type Pokemon, frequently appears in raids, offering players the chance to catch it or even obtain its shiny variant. Known for its high Defense stat and distinctive armor-like appearance, Skarmory can pose a challenge in battle if you're unprepared. Trainers aiming to defeat Skarmory should exploit its weaknesses and choose the most effective counters to ensure a smooth victory.

This guide covers everything you need to know about Skarmory raids, including its weaknesses, resistances, ideal counters, and possible shiny availability. With the right strategy, you can take down this armored bird and add a powerful addition to your collection.

Whether you're a solo player looking for the best Pokemon to counter Skarmory or planning a team raid, this guide will help you maximize your chances of success.

---

Pokemon GO Skarmory raid weaknesses

Skarmory's type match up (Image via Sportskeeda)

What is super-effective against Skarmory in Pokemon GO?

Pokemon GO Skarmory is a dual-type Steel/Flying Pokemon, which means it has specific weaknesses and resistances that trainers can exploit. To quickly take it down in raids, you should target its weaknesses.

Skarmory is vulnerable to two key types of attacks, both of which deal 160% increased damage:

• Fire
• Electric

Utilizing Pokemon that specialize in these attack types will significantly increase your chances of defeating Skarmory quickly.

What does Skarmory resist in Pokemon GO?

Due to its Steel/Flying typing, Skarmory has an extensive list of resistances. Using these attack types will deal significantly less damage:

• Steel, Psychic, Normal, Ground, Flying, Fairy, Dragon: 39.1% damage
• Bug, Fighting, Poison: 62.5% damage

This means that bringing Pokemon with moves from the above types will make the battle much harder, as Skarmory can easily shrug off the damage.

---

Skarmory's stat distribution and moveset in Pokemon GO

Understanding Skarmory's stats and moveset can help you better prepare for the battle. Skarmory is primarily a defensive Pokemon, making it slightly harder to defeat without the right counters.

• Combat Power: 6,198
• Attack: 148
• Defense: 226
• Stamina: 600
• Fast Attacks: Steel Wing (Steel) and Air Slash (Flying)
• Charged Attacks: Flash Cannon (Steel), Brave Bird (Flying) and Sky Attack (Flying)

Skarmory’s high defense stat combined with powerful Flying and Steel-type moves makes it a formidable opponent. Choosing Electric or Fire-type Pokemon with fast and high-damage attacks is essential.

---

Best counters to Pokemon GO Skarmory raids

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

• Mega Charizard Y with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Shadow Heatran with Fire Spin and Magma Storm
• Shadow Raikou with Thunder Shock and Wild Charge
• Reshiram with Fire Fang and Fusion Flare
• Thundurus Therian with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm
• Shadow Electivire with Thunder Shock and Wild Charge
• Mega Charizard X with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Mega Manectric with Thunder Fang and Wild Charge
• Xurkitree with Thunder Shock and Discharge
• Shadow Chandelure with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Magnezone with Volt Switch and Wild Charge
• Zacian - Crowned Sword with Fire Fang and Wild Charge
• Shadow Ho-Oh with Incinerate and Sacred Fire+
• Shadow Zapdos with Thunder Shock and Thunderbolt
• Zekrom with Charge Beam and Fusion Bolt
• Shadow Darmanitan with Fire Fang and Overheat
• Shadow Moltres with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Shadow Luxray with Spark and Wild Charge
• Shadow Entei with Fire Spin and Overheat
• Blacephalon with Incinerate and Mystical Fire
• Mega Houndoom with Fire Fang and Flamethrower
• Shadow Typhlosion with Incinerate and Blast Burn
• Shadow Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
• Shadow Emboar with Ember and Blast Burn
• Mega Ampharos with Volt Switch and Zap Cannon
• Shadow Alola Golem with Volt Switch and Wild Charge

Can you solo deafeat Pokemon GO Skarmory

Yes, with the right strategy you can solo a Skarmory in raid battles.

---

Pokemon GO Skarmory raid catch CP and shiny availability

Pokemon GO Skarmory and its shiny variant (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Once you defeat Pokemon GO Skarmory in a raid, you’ll have a chance to catch it. Here’s what you need to know about its Catch CP and potential shiny form:

Catch CP ranges:

• No weather boost: 1,139 CP - 1,204 CP at level 20 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)
• Weather boosted (Snow or Windy): 1,424 CP - 1,506 CP at level 25 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)

What are the 100% IV CPs from Pokemon GO Skarmory raids?

• Non-weather boosted: 1,204 CP
• Weather boosted (Snow or Windy): 1,506 CP

Can Skarmory be shiny in Pokemon GO raids?

Yes, Skarmory’s shiny form is available in Pokemon GO raids. The shiny version of Skarmory was introduced on November 1, 2019, during the A Colossal Discovery event. While the shiny encounter is rare, it’s definitely worth attempting multiple raids if you're aiming to catch one.

---

Check out our other Pokemon GO guides:

• Ditto disguises
• Buddy Evolution Adventure Together guide
• Best Fast Attacks in the game
• Sierra counters
• Cliff counters
• Arlo counters
• Giovanni counters
• Team GO Rocket Grunts
• Go Evolution Calculator
• Pokemon Type Calculator