
| Max CP | 3,102 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Garganacl is a Rock-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,102 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Garganacl has base stats of 171 Attack, 212 Defense, and 225 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 608.
With a strong Defense stat of 212, Garganacl is a solid defensive choice for gym defense and PvP battles.
In Partly Cloudy weather, Garganacl receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Garganacl is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smack Down STAB | Rock | 16 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Mud Shot | Ground | 5 | +7 | 8.3 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Blast STAB | Rock | 50 | -40 | - | 50 | -40 |
| Rock Tomb STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Ancient Power STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Garganacl takes increased damage from these types:
Garganacl takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Garganacl in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 4 |
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 5 |
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 7 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 8 |
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 9 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 10 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 21 | 1,497 |
| 2 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 21 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 21 | 1,492 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 21 | 1,495 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 21 | 1,495 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 21 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 21 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 2 | 15 | 11 | 21 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 13 | 14 | 21 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 21 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 41 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 41 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 40 | 2,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 40 | 2,492 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 41 | 2,496 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 41 | 2,496 |
| 7 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 41 | 2,494 |
| 8 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 39 | 2,500 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 13 | 40 | 2,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 41 | 2,495 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,324 | 1,162 | 1,549 | 1,936 | 2,711 | 3,074 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,319 | 1,159 | 1,546 | 1,932 | 2,705 | 3,067 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,319 | 1,159 | 1,545 | 1,932 | 2,705 | 3,067 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,301 | 1,150 | 1,534 | 1,918 | 2,685 | 3,044 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,304 | 1,152 | 1,536 | 1,920 | 2,688 | 3,048 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,279 | 1,139 | 1,519 | 1,899 | 2,659 | 3,015 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,257 | 1,128 | 1,504 | 1,881 | 2,633 | 2,985 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,261 | 1,130 | 1,507 | 1,884 | 2,638 | 2,991 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,213 | 1,106 | 1,475 | 1,844 | 2,582 | 2,927 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,999 | 999 | 1,332 | 1,666 | 2,332 | 2,644 |
Important CP values for Garganacl with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,074 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,711 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,475 - 1,549 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,844 - 1,936 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,475 - 1,549 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,106 - 1,162 CP |
Maximum CP for Garganacl with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 26 | 2,711 |
| 2 | 2,711 | 27 | 2,711 |
| 3 | 2,711 | 28 | 2,711 |
| 4 | 2,711 | 29 | 2,711 |
| 5 | 365 | 30 | 2,324 |
| 6 | 2,711 | 31 | 2,711 |
| 7 | 2,711 | 32 | 2,711 |
| 8 | 2,711 | 33 | 2,711 |
| 9 | 2,711 | 34 | 2,711 |
| 10 | 774 | 35 | 2,517 |
| 11 | 2,711 | 36 | 2,711 |
| 12 | 2,711 | 37 | 2,711 |
| 13 | 2,711 | 38 | 2,711 |
| 14 | 2,711 | 39 | 2,711 |
| 15 | 1,162 | 40 | 2,711 |
| 16 | 2,711 | 41 | 2,711 |
| 17 | 2,711 | 42 | 2,711 |
| 18 | 2,711 | 43 | 2,711 |
| 19 | 2,711 | 44 | 2,711 |
| 20 | 1,549 | 45 | 2,900 |
| 21 | 2,711 | 46 | 2,711 |
| 22 | 2,711 | 47 | 2,711 |
| 23 | 2,711 | 48 | 2,711 |
| 24 | 2,711 | 49 | 2,711 |
| 25 | 1,936 | 50 | 3,074 |
Garganacl (#934) is a Rock-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,102 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Garganacl is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Garganacl in 2026.
Garganacl's Attack stat is 171 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Garganacl to contribute meaningful damage.
With 212 Defense (Excellent) and 225 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 608. This excellent bulk makes Garganacl very tanky in both PvP and raids. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Garganacl's stat distribution favors defense.
The best moveset for Garganacl depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Smack Down (Fast) with Rock Blast (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. Garganacl has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Garganacl 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.
In Master League, Garganacl faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Garganacl appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Water, Grass, Fighting-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Garganacl at Level 20 (1,475 - 1,549 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (1,844 - 1,936 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,549 CP.
Garganacl 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 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Garganacl is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
Shiny Garganacl is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Garganacl gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,844 - 1,936 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Garganacl's max CP?
A: 3,074 CP at Level 50, or 2,711 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Garganacl good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Garganacl be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Garganacl weak to?
A: Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Smack Down + Rock Blast for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.