Pokemon GO Palkia Raid Guide: How to Get, Best Counters, and More

Palkia is one of the best Dragon-type Legendaries in Pokemon GO. And yes, this Tier-5 Raid Boss is tough to defeat, but it’s still easier than its Origin Forme. You’ll need the best counters, knowledge of its weaknesses, and more to take it down efficiently. So, if you’re looking for the best Pokemon GO Palkia raid guide, we’ve got everything covered here.

Palkia Stats in Pokemon GO

Palkia	Stats
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Type	Dragon and Water
Attack	280
Defense	215
Stamina	189
Max CP	4512
Raid CP	2210 – 2307 (Lvl 20)
Weather-Boosted Raid CP	2763 – 2884 (Lvl 25, Windy/Rainy)
Research CP	1700 – 1734 (Lvl 15 research)
Fast Moves	Dragon Breath (Dragon) Dragon Tail (Dragon)
Charge Moves	Aqua Tail (Water) Draco Meteor (Dragon) Fire Blast (Fire) Hydro Pump (Water)
Base Catch Rate	2%

Pokemon GO Palkia: Weaknsses and Resistances

For a better understanding of it’s weaknesses and resistances, make sure to go through the Pokemon Type Chart.

Best Palkia Counters in Pokemon GO

Here are the top the Pokemon to use against Palkia Raid Boss in Pokemon GO, ranked by effectiveness:

Pokemon	Fast Move	Charged Move
Eternatus	Dragon Tail	Dynamax Cannon
Mega Rayquaza	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Mega Garchomp	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Dialga – Origin	Dragon Breath	Roar of Time
Mega Gardevoir	Charm	Dazzling Gleam
Mega Salamence	Dragon Tail	Draco Meteor
Rayquaza	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Mega Dragonite	Dragon Tail	Draco Meteor
Palkia – Origin	Dragon Tail	Spacial Rend
Haxorus	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe

How to Get Palkia in Pokemon GO

As a Legendary Pokemon, there are only a few limited ways to get Palkia in Pokemon GO. The main method is by participating in Pokemon GO raids. If you defeat the Raid Boss before the timer runs out, you’ll get a chance to catch it. These raids usually appear during specific Pokemon GO events, so make sure to stock up on Raid Passes and healing items beforehand.

Unfortunately, Palkia cannot be found through wild encounters. That leaves trading in Pokemon GO as the other way to obtain it. You can use Pokemon GO Friend Codes to add more friends, increase your friendship levels, and trade with other players for Palkia.

Can Palkia Be Shiny?

Yes, Palkia can be shiny in Pokemon GO. The shiny rate for legendary raid Pokemon is approximately 1 in 20 (5%). If you’re lucky enough to encounter a shiny Palkia, it will have a slightly pinkish colour, and most importantly, it will be a guaranteed catch – just make sure to hit it with your ball!

Where is Palkia Ranked in Pokemon GO?

Palkia is a Legendary Dragon/Water-type Pokemon that remains one of the strongest Dragon-type options in Pokemon GO. Thanks to its powerful stats and signature move, it continues to hold a high spot in several parts of the meta. Here’s a detailed analysis of it:

• Raid Attacker: Palkia is one of the best Dragon-type raid attackers in Pokemon GO, especially when using Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor. However, it’s Origin Forme is a lot better, and ranks in top 10 of the category.
• Gym Defender: As a Legendary Pokemon, Palkia cannot be placed in gyms.
• Dragon Type Attacker: Palkia performs extremely well against Dragon-type raid bosses and is usually ranked among the top 25 Dragon attackers.
• Water Type Attacker: Despite being part Water-type, Palkia is not among the best Water attackers because it lacks a strong Water-type moveset compared to Pokemon like Primal Kyogre or Mega Swampert. It performs decently, but it usually falls outside the top 40 Water-type attackers.
• Great League and Ultra League: Palkia struggles heavily in both Great League and Ultra League because of its high CP scaling. Even if eligible through special cups, its moveset and bulk are less effective compared to other meta picks. In most formats, it ranks outside the top 200 Pokemon for these leagues, making it a poor investment there.
• Master League: This is where Palkia becomes one of the most dangerous Pokemon in the entire game. Palkia Origin Forme, especially with Spacial Rend, is considered a top-tier Master League threat. Its Dragon Breath pressure, strong closing power, and useful resistances allow it to compete with dominant Pokemon like Dialga, Zacian, Kyogre, and Mewtwo. Depending on the season and moveset, it is often ranked within the top 10 Master League Pokemon.

So that ends our Palkia Raid Guide in Pokemon GO. Are you confident about facing this boss? Let us know in the comments below.