Greavard

🎯 Best Counters Against Greavard

Top Pokémon to use when battling Greavard 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 Greavard Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Greavard (#971) is a Ghost-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,162 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Greavard has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Greavard in 2026.

📊 Greavard Stats Analysis

Greavard's Attack stat is 105 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Greavard may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 106 Defense (Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 348. Trainers should be mindful of Greavard's limited bulk. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Greavard's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Greavard Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Greavard depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Lick (Fast) with Shadow Ball (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. Greavard has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Greavard PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

💪 Greavard Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Greavard's effectiveness depends on its typing and 105 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Greavard use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Greavard in Pokémon GO

Greavard 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.

🔄 Greavard Evolution Guide

Greavard is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Greavard (#971) ← current
• Houndstone (#972) — 50 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Greavard in Pokémon GO

Shiny Greavard 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

Greavard gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (669 - 726 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 Greavard

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