Darumaka

🎯 Best Counters Against Darumaka

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
2	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
7	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
8	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
9	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
10	Kleavor	Bug Rock	253	174	172	3,600

📖 Complete Darumaka Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Darumaka (#554) is a Fire-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,649 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Darumaka has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Darumaka in 2026.

📊 Darumaka Stats Analysis

Darumaka's Attack stat is 153 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Darumaka may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 86 Defense (Below Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 411. This gives Darumaka reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Darumaka's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Darumaka Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Darumaka depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Fire Punch (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. Darumaka has 2 Fast Attacks and 2 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Darumaka PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Darumaka 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 Fire typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Grass, Ice-type threats while being weak to Water, Ground, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Darumaka Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Darumaka's effectiveness depends on its typing and 153 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Darumaka use Water, Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Darumaka in Pokémon GO

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

✨ Shiny Darumaka in Pokémon GO

Shiny Darumaka 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

Darumaka gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (961 - 1,030 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 Darumaka

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