Boldore

🎯 Best Counters Against Boldore

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
5	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
6	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
7	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
8	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
9	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Boldore Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Boldore (#525) is a Rock-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,321 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Boldore can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Boldore in 2026.

📊 Boldore Stats Analysis

Boldore's Attack stat is 174 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Boldore to contribute meaningful damage.

With 143 Defense (Good) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 489. This gives Boldore reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Boldore's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Boldore Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Boldore depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Mud Slap (Fast) with Rock Slide (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. Boldore has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Boldore PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Boldore 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 Rock typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fire, Poison-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Fighting types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Boldore reaches 2,029 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Boldore Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Boldore's effectiveness depends on its typing and 174 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Boldore use Water, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Boldore in Pokémon GO

Boldore can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Boldore Evolution Guide

Boldore is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Roggenrola (#524)
• Boldore (#525) ← current — 50 Candy
• Gigalith (#526) — 200 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Boldore in Pokémon GO

Shiny Boldore 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

Boldore gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,369 - 1,449 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Boldore

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