Drakloak

🎯 Best Counters Against Drakloak

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
3	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
4	Haxorus	Dragon	284	172	183	4,110
5	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
6	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
7	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
8	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
9	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
10	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620

📖 Complete Drakloak Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Drakloak (#886) is a Dragon/Ghost-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,889 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Drakloak has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Drakloak in 2026.

📊 Drakloak Stats Analysis

Drakloak's Attack stat is 163 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Drakloak to contribute meaningful damage.

With 105 Defense (Average) and 169 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 437. This gives Drakloak reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dragon-type Pokémon, Drakloak's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Drakloak Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Drakloak depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Astonish (Fast) with Dragon Pulse (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. Drakloak has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Drakloak PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Drakloak 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 Dragon/Ghost typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fighting, Fire-type threats while being weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy types.

Master League

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

💪 Drakloak Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Drakloak's effectiveness depends on its typing and 163 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Drakloak use Ice, Dragon-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Drakloak in Pokémon GO

Drakloak can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Windy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Drakloak Evolution Guide

Drakloak is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Dreepy (#885)
• Drakloak (#886) ← current — 25 Candy
• Dragapult (#887) — 100 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Drakloak in Pokémon GO

Shiny Drakloak is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Drakloak gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,107 - 1,179 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Drakloak

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