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Pokemon GO Lunala raid guide (Image via Niantic).
Lunala, the Legendary Psychic/Ghost-type from the Alola region, has made its Pokémon GO debut in five-star raids. Trainers can challenge and catch this celestial Pokémon from July 22 to July 28, 2025, and this Pokemon GO Lunala raid guide covers everything you need to know — from top counters to catch CP ranges.
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Schedule
- Start: Tuesday, July 22 at 10:00 AM (local time)- End: Monday, July 28 at 10:00 AM (local time)- Raid Hour: Wednesday, July 23, 6:00–7:00 PM (local time)
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Guide: Stats of the Raid Boss
| Attribute | Value |
| Raid Boss CP | 47,461 |
| Max Catch CP | 2,219–2,310 (Level 20) |
| Boosted CP | 2,774–2,887 (Level 25, Windy/Foggy) |
| Max Possible CP | 4,570 |
| Attack | 255 |
| Defense | 191 |
| HP (Raid Form) | 15,000 |
| Shiny Available? | ❌ No |
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Guide: Moveset of the Raid Boss
Lunala in Pokemon SV (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Fast Moves of Lunala in GO
- Confusion (Psychic)- Air Slash (Flying)- Shadow Claw (Ghost)
Charged Moves of Lunala in GO
- Shadow Ball (Ghost)- Moonblast (Fairy)- Psychic (Psychic)- Future Sight (Psychic)
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Guide: Weaknesses and Resistances
- Double Weak to: Dark, Ghost- Strong Counters: Dark and Ghost-types with powerful movesets
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Guide: Best Counters
| Pokemon | Moveset | Type | DPS |
| Mega Tyranitar | Bite + Brutal Swing | Dark | 48.33 |
| Shadow Tyranitar | Bite + Brutal Swing | Dark | High |
| Dawn Wings Necrozma | Shadow Claw + Moongeist Beam | Ghost | 48.84 |
| Mega Absol | Snarl + Brutal Swing | Dark | 48.90 |
| Mega Houndoom | Snarl + Foul Play | Dark | – |
| Mega Gengar | Lick + Shadow Ball | Ghost | 50.23 |
Other Solid Counters to Defeat Lunala in GO
- Shadow Weavile (Snarl + Foul Play)- Darkrai (Snarl + Shadow Ball)- Shadow Absol (Snarl + Brutal Swing)- Shadow Houndoom, Mega Gyarados, Kingambit, Shadow Chandelure, Mega Banette- Lunala (yes, it counters itself with Shadow Claw + Shadow Ball)
How Many Trainers Are Needed for Pokemon GO Lunala Raids?
| Trainer Type | Minimum Trainers |
| Optimal Party Power Use | 2 (expert level) |
| Experienced Trainers | 3 |
| Average Players | 4–6 |
| Lower-Level Players | 5–6 |
Pokemon GO Lunala Fusion: Dawn Wings Necrozma
Dawn Wings in the Anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Lunala is essential for fusing with Necrozma to create Dawn Wings Necrozma, currently the top Dark/Ghost attacker in Pokémon GO.Fusion Requirements:- 30 Cosmog Candy- 30 Necrozma Candy- 1000 Lunar Fusion EnergyTip: Fusion uses your Necrozma’s IVs and stats, so prioritize a high-IV Necrozma.
Pokemon GO Lunala Raid Tips
- Raid in Foggy or Windy weather to get weather-boosted Lunala (Lv.25 CP).- Mega evolve one Dark or Ghost-type Pokémon to boost raid team DPS.- Dodge charged moves like Shadow Ball and Moonblast to preserve your attackers.- Use Party Play to activate Party Power bonuses.
- Prepare backup teams in case your first squad faints mid-raid.
Should You Power Up Lunala in Pokemon GO?
Absolutely. Lunala performs well in PvE and PvP thanks to its high base Attack and excellent movepool. It’s especially valuable for Ghost-type raid teams and is a prerequisite for the powerful Dawn Wings Necrozma fusion.Lunala is a must-have for collectors and competitive raiders alike. With the right counters and smart planning, you can add this radiant Legendary to your lineup. Good luck and happy raiding!
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