How to beat Shadow Absol raids in Pokemon GO: Best counters, shiny odds, 100% CP, and more

Shadow Absol has entered Pokemon GO's three-star Shadow Raids, providing players with a test of their skills and the chance to capture this beautiful Dark-type Pokemon; possibly even in its shiny version. With its sleek, intimidating looks and high attack stats, Absol is a favorite among collectors and battlers alike.

Though it is not the game's most difficult raid boss, its Shadow version is capable of dealing a greater amount of damage, so preparing for it is crucial.

Below, we’ll break down Absol’s weaknesses, its top counters, shiny encounter rates, and the coveted 100% IV CP values – everything you need to dominate this raid and add a powerful Shadow Absol to your roster.

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Best counters to Pokemon GO Shadow Absol raids

When it comes to top-tier choices, Mega Lucario is the best critter to use against Shadow Absol. With Force Palm and Aura Sphere, it delivers an impressive DPS of 53.69 that quickly dispatches the Dark-type raid boss.

Here are some other viable counters you can use:

Pokemon	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Lucario	Force Palm	Aura Sphere
Mega Heracross	Counter	Megahorn
Mega Blaziken	Counter	Focus Blast
Terrakion	Double Kick	Sacred Sword
Shadow Conkeldurr	Counter	Dynamic Punch
Crowned Sword Zacian	Metal Claw	Play Rough
Mega Gardevoir	Charm	Dazzling Gleam
Ordinary Keldeo	Low Kick	Sacred Sword
Shadow Machamp	Counter	Dynamic Punch
Shadow Hariyama	Force Palm	Dynamic Punch
Urshifu	Counter	Dynamic Punch

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What is strong against Pokemon GO Shadow Absol?

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

Being a pure Dark-type, Shadow Absol is weak against Bug-, Fairy-, and Fighting-type moves. It takes 160% damage from these types of attacks.

On the flip side, Absol resists:

• Dark: 62.5% damage taken
• Ghost: 62.5% damage taken
• Psychic: 39.1% damage taken

Do not use moves of these types throughout the raid.

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Can you solo defeat Pokemon GO Shadow Absol raids?

Yes, with the right counters and proper preparation, beating Shadow Absol solo in a Shadow raid is possible. Don't forget that Shadow Absol will become enraged at 60% HP, greatly ramping up its stats before returning to normal at 15% HP.

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Shiny odds from Shadow Absol raids in Pokemon GO

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

Shadow Absol has shiny potential in these raids, with a shiny rate of 1 in 64. Its shiny form was first made available in Pokemon GO on December 8, 2017, during the release of Hoenn-region creatures.

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Shadow Absol 100% CP from raids (Hundo CP)

• No weather boost: 1312 CP - 1443 CP at level 20 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)
• Weather boosted (Fog): 1640 CP - 1805 CP at level 25 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)

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Pokemon GO Shadow Absol stats and moves as a raid boss

• Type: Dark
• Attack: 246 (+20%) [This goes up by 85% when the raid boss is Enraged]
• Defense: 120 [This goes up 300% when the raid boss is Enraged]
• Stamina: 3,600 HP
• Fast Attacks: Psycho Cut and Snarl
• Charged Attacks: Dark Pulse, Thunder, Megahorn, Frustration, Payback, and Brutal Swing*

In preparation for this raid, stock up on healing items instead of Purified Gems or Shards. As the battle timer is 180 seconds, each second is important. A well-organized team and quick re-lobbies can be the difference between winning and losing.

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