Dusclops

🎯 Best Counters Against Dusclops

Top Pokémon to use when battling Dusclops 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	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
4	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
5	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
6	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292
7	Hydreigon	Dark Dragon	256	188	211	4,147
8	Lunala	Psychic Ghost	255	191	264	4,625
9	Cursola	Ghost	253	182	155	3,504
10	Gholdengo	Steel Ghost	252	190	202	4,023

📖 Complete Dusclops Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Dusclops (#356) is a Ghost-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,820 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Dusclops has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Dusclops in 2026.

📊 Dusclops Stats Analysis

Dusclops's Attack stat is 124 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Dusclops may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 234 Defense (Elite) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 478. This gives Dusclops reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Dusclops's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Dusclops Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Dusclops depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Hex (Fast) with Shadow 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. Dusclops has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Dusclops PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Dusclops 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 Ghost typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fighting, Poison-type threats while being weak to Ghost, Dark types.

Master League

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

💪 Dusclops Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Dusclops's effectiveness depends on its typing and 124 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Dusclops use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Dusclops in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Dusclops Evolution Guide

Dusclops is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Duskull (#355)
• Dusclops (#356) ← current — 25 Candy
• Dusknoir (#477) — 100 Candy + Sinnoh Stone

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

😈 Shadow Dusclops

Shadow Dusclops is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Dusclops's effective Attack becomes ~149. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Dusclops in Pokémon GO

Shiny Dusclops 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

Dusclops gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,064 - 1,136 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 Dusclops

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