Houndstone

🎯 Best Counters Against Houndstone

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

Houndstone (#972) is a Ghost-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,876 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Houndstone can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Houndstone in 2026.

📊 Houndstone Stats Analysis

Houndstone's Attack stat is 186 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Houndstone to contribute meaningful damage.

With 195 Defense (Excellent) and 176 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 557. This gives Houndstone reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Houndstone's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Houndstone Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Houndstone 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. Houndstone has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Houndstone PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Houndstone 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.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Houndstone reaches 2,514 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.

Master League

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

💪 Houndstone Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Houndstone's effectiveness depends on its typing and 186 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Houndstone use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Houndstone in Pokémon GO

Houndstone 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.

🔄 Houndstone Evolution Guide

Houndstone is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Greavard (#971)
• Houndstone (#972) ← current — 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 Houndstone in Pokémon GO

Shiny Houndstone 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

Houndstone gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,707 - 1,795 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• 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 Houndstone

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