Ariados

🎯 Best Counters Against Ariados

Top Pokémon to use when battling Ariados in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
4	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
5	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
6	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
7	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
8	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
9	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
10	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739

📖 Complete Ariados Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Ariados (#168) is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,027 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Ariados can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Ariados in 2026.

📊 Ariados Stats Analysis

Ariados's Attack stat is 161 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Ariados to contribute meaningful damage.

With 124 Defense (Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 457. This gives Ariados reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Ariados's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Ariados Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Ariados depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Poison Sting (Fast) with Shadow Sneak (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Ariados has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Ariados PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Ariados can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Bug/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Grass, Poison-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.

Master League

In Master League, Ariados faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Ariados Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Ariados's effectiveness depends on its typing and 161 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Ariados use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Ariados in Pokémon GO

Ariados can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Ariados Evolution Guide

Ariados is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Spinarak (#167)
• Ariados (#168) ← current — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Ariados in Pokémon GO

Shiny Ariados is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Ariados gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,191 - 1,265 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Ariados

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.