Comprehensive Guide to All Deoxys Forms in Pokemon Go: Weaknesses and Top Counters for Raids

In Pokémon Go, players have the opportunity to encounter and capture Deoxys, a distinct Mythical Pokémon with four unique forms: Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed. Each of these forms brings its own strengths and weaknesses to battles, making it essential for trainers to understand how to counter them effectively, especially as two forms return during the ongoing Dual Destiny season.

Understanding Deoxys’ Weaknesses

As a pure Psychic-type Pokémon, all four forms of Deoxys share common vulnerabilities and resistances. They are notably weak against Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type attacks, which provides trainers with specific options to exploit during battles. Conversely, it’s crucial to avoid using Fighting and Psychic types against Deoxys due to their inherent resistance, as such attacks will inflict minimal damage.

Top Counters for Deoxys in Pokémon Go

When facing Deoxys in Raid battles, selecting the right Pokémon can significantly enhance your chances of victory. Below is a table detailing some of the most effective counters available:

POKEMON	SPRITE	BEST MOVESET
Mega Gengar	Shadow Ball & Lick
Mega Banette	Shadow Claw & Shadow Ball
Shadow Tyranitar	Bite & Brutal Swing
Shadow Chandelure	Hex & Shadow Ball
Dawn Wings Necrozma	Shadow Claw & Moongeist Beam
Giratina Origin Forme	Shadow Claw & Shadow Force
Houndoom	Snarl & Foul Play
Gholdengo	Hex & Shadow Ball
Hydreigon	Bite & Brutal Swing
Dragapult	Astonish & Shadow Ball

The selection of Pokémon ranges from Mega Evolutions to Legendaries and Shadow variants, offering diverse strategies for trainers at various experience levels. If you lack access to these specific counters, utilizing any of your strongest Dark or Ghost-type Pokémon can still be effective. Just ensure your team is well-leveled and equipped with the appropriate movesets. Note, however, that while Bug-types are generally effective against all Deoxys forms, the Defense Forme may employ Rock-type Charged Moves, which could be particularly harmful to Bug-types.

How to Capture Deoxys

Unlike many Mythical Pokémon, Deoxys can be caught by challenging and defeating it in 5-Star Raid battles. For trainers eager to add this formidable creature to their collection, Deoxys will reappear as a Raid boss in both its Attack and Defense forms from January 16, 2025, to January 24, 2025.

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Additionally, there will be a Raid Hour featuring both forms on January 22, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, providing an excellent opportunity to capture them. Players who successfully defeat Deoxys will receive Premier Balls based on their battle performance, which can be utilized for the capture attempt. Enhancing your chances of successfully catching any Pokémon, including Deoxys, can be achieved by using Golden Razz Berries and executing Excellent Curveball Throws.

Changing Deoxys’ Forms

Unfortunately, you cannot change the form of Deoxys in Pokémon Go. Each form—Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed—must be individually captured during their respective Raid battles to complete your collection.

Deoxys CP Overview

The Combat Power (CP) of Deoxys may vary during a Raid battle. It’s essential to note that the CP of the Pokémon you capture post-battle will not match the Raid boss CP and can be influenced by specific weather conditions:

Deoxys Normal Forme	Deoxys Attack Forme	Deoxys Defense Forme	Deoxys Speed Forme
Raid Boss CP	50,271	41,036	36,170	45,802
CP Range Once Captured	1717 – 1806	1372 – 1474	1228 – 1299	1568 – 1645
Windy Weather CP Range	2146 – 2257	1716 – 1842	1535 – 1624	1960 – 2056
Deoxys Max CP (Level 50)	3573	2916	2570	3255

Deoxys Stats and Moves

As a pure Psychic-type, each form of Deoxys possesses distinct stats that define their roles in battle:

DEOXYS	ATTACK	DEFENSE	STAMINA	MAX CP
Normal Form	345	115	137	3573
Attack Form	414	46	137	2916
Defense Form	144	330	137	2570
Speed Forme	230	218	137	3255

If you find it challenging to decide which Deoxys form is worth pursuing in Pokémon Go, we’ve devised a comprehensive guide to assist you in choosing the best Deoxys form suitable for your gameplay needs.

Fast Moves

Deoxys Normal Forme	– Zen Headbutt (Psychic/STAB) – Charge Beam (Electric)
Deoxys Attack Forme	– Poison Jab (Poison) – Zen Headbutt (Psychic/STAB)
Deoxys Defense Forme	– Zen Headbutt (Psychic/STAB) – Counter (Fighting)
Deoxys Speed Forme	– Zen Headbutt (Psychic/STAB) – Charge Beam (Electric)

Charged Moves

Deoxys Normal Forme	– Hyper Beam (Normal) – Thunderbolt (Electric) – Psycho Boost (Psychic/STAB)
Deoxys Attack Forme	– Dark Pulse (Dark) – Zap Cannon (Electric) – Psycho Boost (Psychic/STAB)
Deoxys Defense Forme	– Rock Slide (Rock) – Thunderbolt (Electric) – Psycho Boost (Psychic/STAB)
Deoxys Speed Forme	– Thunderbolt (Electric) – Swift (Normal) – Psycho Boost (Psychic/STAB)

Can Deoxys Be Shiny?

Yes, players can encounter Shiny versions of all Deoxys forms in Pokémon Go. This includes variations for Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed Deoxys. As Attack and Defense forms are highlighted in Raids, participating multiple times increases the chance of obtaining Shiny variants of these forms.

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The unique appearance of Shiny Deoxys features bright yellow bodies with green highlights, contrasting starkly against their typical red and blue coloration. Nevertheless, players should remember that hunting for Shinies can be challenging. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t encounter a Shiny Deoxys despite your efforts.

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