Galarian Slowpoke

🎯 Best Counters Against Galarian Slowpoke

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
4	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
5	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
8	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292
9	Hydreigon	Dark Dragon	256	188	211	4,147
10	Lunala	Psychic Ghost	255	191	264	4,625

📖 Complete Galarian Slowpoke Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Galarian Slowpoke (#079) is a Psychic-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,403 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Galarian Slowpoke has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Galarian Slowpoke in 2026.

📊 Galarian Slowpoke Stats Analysis

Galarian Slowpoke's Attack stat is 109 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Galarian Slowpoke may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 414. This gives Galarian Slowpoke reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Psychic-type Pokémon, Galarian Slowpoke's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Galarian Slowpoke Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Galarian Slowpoke depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Confusion (Fast) with Surf (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. Galarian Slowpoke has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Galarian Slowpoke PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Galarian Slowpoke 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 Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Psychic-type threats while being weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark types.

Master League

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

💪 Galarian Slowpoke Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Galarian Slowpoke's effectiveness depends on its typing and 109 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Galarian Slowpoke use Bug, Ghost-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Galarian Slowpoke in Pokémon GO

Galarian Slowpoke 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Galarian Slowpoke Evolution Guide

Galarian Slowpoke is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Slowpoke (#079) ← current
• Slowbro (#080) — 50 Candy
• Slowking (#199)

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

😈 Shadow Galarian Slowpoke

Shadow Galarian Slowpoke is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Galarian Slowpoke's effective Attack becomes ~131. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Galarian Slowpoke in Pokémon GO

Shiny Galarian Slowpoke 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

Galarian Slowpoke gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (812 - 876 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 Galarian Slowpoke

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