Nincada

🎯 Best Counters Against Nincada

Top Pokémon to use when battling Nincada in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
3	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
4	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
9	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
10	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338

📖 Complete Nincada Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Nincada (#290) is a Bug/Ground-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 879 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Nincada has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Nincada in 2026.

📊 Nincada Stats Analysis

Nincada's Attack stat is 80 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Nincada may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 126 Defense (Average) and 104 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 310. Trainers should be mindful of Nincada's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Nincada's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Nincada Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Nincada depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Scratch (Fast) with Night Slash (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. Nincada has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Nincada PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Nincada 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 Bug/Ground typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Fighting, Ground-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Water types.

Master League

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

💪 Nincada Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Nincada's effectiveness depends on its typing and 80 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Nincada use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Nincada in Pokémon GO

Nincada can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Nincada Evolution Guide

Nincada is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Nincada (#290) ← current
• Ninjask (#291) — 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 Nincada in Pokémon GO

Shiny Nincada 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

Nincada gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (499 - 548 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Nincada

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