
| Max CP | 3,231 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Meowscarada is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,231 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Meowscarada has base stats of 233 Attack, 153 Defense, and 183 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 569.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 233, Meowscarada is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Sunny weather, Meowscarada receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Meowscarada is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leafage | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Charm | Fairy | 20 | +11 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass Knot STAB | Grass | 90 | -50 | - | 90 | -50 |
| Play Rough | Fairy | 90 | -60 | - | 90 | -60 |
| Energy Ball STAB | Grass | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Night Slash STAB | Dark | 50 | -35 | - | 50 | -35 |
| Flower Trick | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Frenzy Plant ELITE STAB | Grass | 100 | -50 | - | 100 | -45 |
Meowscarada takes increased damage from these types:
Meowscarada takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Meowscarada in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 20 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 20 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 20 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 1 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 20 | 1,495 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 20 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 20 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 20 | 1,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 20 | 1,496 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 36 | 2,496 |
| 2 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 36 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 36 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 37 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 35 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 36 | 2,488 |
| 7 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 36 | 2,495 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 36 | 2,489 |
| 9 | 1 | 13 | 14 | 36 | 2,491 |
| 10 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 36 | 2,498 |
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) | 2,421 | 1,210 | 1,614 | 2,017 | 2,825 | 3,203 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,415 | 1,207 | 1,610 | 2,012 | 2,817 | 3,194 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,414 | 1,207 | 1,609 | 2,011 | 2,816 | 3,193 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,398 | 1,199 | 1,598 | 1,998 | 2,798 | 3,172 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,394 | 1,197 | 1,596 | 1,995 | 2,793 | 3,167 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,375 | 1,187 | 1,583 | 1,979 | 2,771 | 3,142 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,352 | 1,176 | 1,568 | 1,960 | 2,744 | 3,112 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,372 | 1,186 | 1,581 | 1,977 | 2,768 | 3,138 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,307 | 1,153 | 1,538 | 1,922 | 2,691 | 3,052 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,087 | 1,043 | 1,391 | 1,739 | 2,435 | 2,760 |
Important CP values for Meowscarada with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,203 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,825 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,538 - 1,614 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,922 - 2,017 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,538 - 1,614 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,153 - 1,210 CP |
Maximum CP for Meowscarada with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39 | 26 | 2,825 |
| 2 | 2,825 | 27 | 2,825 |
| 3 | 2,825 | 28 | 2,825 |
| 4 | 2,825 | 29 | 2,825 |
| 5 | 381 | 30 | 2,421 |
| 6 | 2,825 | 31 | 2,825 |
| 7 | 2,825 | 32 | 2,825 |
| 8 | 2,825 | 33 | 2,825 |
| 9 | 2,825 | 34 | 2,825 |
| 10 | 807 | 35 | 2,623 |
| 11 | 2,825 | 36 | 2,825 |
| 12 | 2,825 | 37 | 2,825 |
| 13 | 2,825 | 38 | 2,825 |
| 14 | 2,825 | 39 | 2,825 |
| 15 | 1,210 | 40 | 2,825 |
| 16 | 2,825 | 41 | 2,825 |
| 17 | 2,825 | 42 | 2,825 |
| 18 | 2,825 | 43 | 2,825 |
| 19 | 2,825 | 44 | 2,825 |
| 20 | 1,614 | 45 | 3,021 |
| 21 | 2,825 | 46 | 2,825 |
| 22 | 2,825 | 47 | 2,825 |
| 23 | 2,825 | 48 | 2,825 |
| 24 | 2,825 | 49 | 2,825 |
| 25 | 2,017 | 50 | 3,203 |
Meowscarada (#908) is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,231 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Meowscarada is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Meowscarada in 2026.
Meowscarada's Attack stat is 233 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Meowscarada a strong damage dealer.
With 153 Defense (Good) and 183 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 569. This gives Meowscarada reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Meowscarada's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Meowscarada depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Leafage (Fast) with Grass Knot (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. Meowscarada has 2 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Meowscarada has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
In Great League, Meowscarada 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 Grass/Dark typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Water, Electric-type threats while being weak to Bug, Fire, Ice types.
In Master League, Meowscarada faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Meowscarada appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Bug, Fire, Ice-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Meowscarada at Level 20 (1,538 - 1,614 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (1,922 - 2,017 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,614 CP.
Meowscarada can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Meowscarada 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 Meowscarada 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.
Meowscarada gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,922 - 2,017 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Meowscarada's max CP?
A: 3,203 CP at Level 50, or 2,825 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Meowscarada good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Meowscarada be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Meowscarada is available.
Q: What is Meowscarada weak to?
A: Bug, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Fighting, Fairy-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Leafage + Grass Knot for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.