For trainers looking to take down Cresselia in Pokemon GO, an effective Cresselia raid guide is essential. This Legendary Pokémon will be available in 5-star raids from 10 AM local time on Monday, April 21, until 10 PM local time on Thursday, May 1, 2025. As a mono Psychic-type Pokémon, Cresselia has specific vulnerabilities—particularly to Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type attacks. Understanding these weaknesses can greatly enhance your chances of victory during raids.
In this guide, you will find detailed insights into the best counters available for Cresselia, a breakdown of its weaknesses, and essential information regarding post-raid details, including Shiny odds and hundo CP parameters.
Top Counters for Cresselia Raids
To effectively battle Cresselia, consider utilizing the following top-tier counters: Dawn Wings Necrozma, Mega or Shadow Tyranitar, Mega Gengar, and Mega Houndoom.
Below is a detailed type-wise summary of effective counters when facing Cresselia:
Dark-Type Pokémon Counters
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
| Tyranitar (Mega, Shadow, Regular) | Bite | Brutal Swing |
| Mega Houndoom | Snarl | Foul Play |
| Shadow Weavile | Snarl | Foul Play |
| Hydreigon | Bite | Brutal Swing |
Ghost-Type Pokémon Counters
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Gengar | Lick | Shadow Ball |
| Dawn Wings Necrozma | Shadow Claw | Moongeist Beam |
| Mega Banette | Shadow Claw | Shadow Ball |
| Shadow Chandelure | Hex | Shadow Ball |
Bug-Type Pokémon Counters
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Heracross | Struggle Bug | Megahorn |
| Mega/Shadow Pinsir | Bug Bite | X-Scissor |
| Mega/Shadow Scizor | Fury Cutter | X-Scissor |
| Pheromosa | Bug Bite | Bug Buzz |
| Volcarona | Bug Bite | Bug Buzz |
To find the best counters to Cresselia in your Pokémon collection, use the following search queries:
- Dark&@Dark&cp2000-
- Ghost&@Ghost&cp2000-
- Bug&@Bug&cp2000-
Effective Types Against Cresselia
Attack types that perform well against Cresselia include:
- Dark
- Ghost
- Bug
Cresselia’s Resistances
Cresselia is resistant to the following types, so avoid using these in battle:
- Psychic
- Fighting
Solo Raiding Cresselia
Unfortunately, it is not feasible to solo defeat Cresselia in raids due to its high defensive stats and durability.
Shiny Cresselia Odds
Shiny variants of Cresselia have been available in-game since May 2019 and may be available to trainers once they successfully conquer these raids.
Cresselia’s 100% CP (Hundo CP)
The maximum CP for a hundo Cresselia is 1,633 without weather boosts, increasing to 2,041 CP if the weather is Cloudy or Foggy.
Here is a detailed overview of Cresselia’s CP values collected during raids:
- No weather boost: Ranges from 1,555 to 1,633 CP at level 20 with IVs of 10/10/10 to 15/15/15.
- Weather boosted (Windy): Ranges from 1,944 to 2,041 CP at level 25 with similar IVs.
Cresselia Raid Boss Stats and Moves
- Combat Power: 33,794
- Attack: 152
- Defense: 258
- Stamina: 15,000 HP
- Fast Attacks: Confusion, Psycho Cut
- Charged Attacks: Aurora Beam, Future Sight, Moonblast
For an in-depth look at Cresselia raids, visit our full guide here.