Mismagius

🎯 Best Counters Against Mismagius

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

Mismagius (#429) is a Ghost-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,992 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Mismagius can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Mismagius in 2026.

📊 Mismagius Stats Analysis

Mismagius's Attack stat is 211 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Mismagius a strong damage dealer.

With 187 Defense (Excellent) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 553. This gives Mismagius reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Mismagius's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Mismagius Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Mismagius depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Sucker Punch (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. Mismagius has 4 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Mismagius PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

💪 Mismagius Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Mismagius's effectiveness depends on its typing and 211 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Ghost-type attacker. Best counters against Mismagius use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Mismagius in Pokémon GO

Mismagius 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.

🔄 Mismagius Evolution Guide

Mismagius is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Misdreavus (#200)
• Mismagius (#429) ← current — 100 Candy + Sinnoh Stone

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

😈 Shadow Mismagius

Shadow Mismagius is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Mismagius's effective Attack becomes ~253. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Mismagius in Pokémon GO

Shiny Mismagius 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

Mismagius gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,777 - 1,868 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 Mismagius

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