Ninjask

🎯 Best Counters Against Ninjask

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
4	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
5	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
9	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

📖 Complete Ninjask Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Ninjask (#291) is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,253 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Ninjask can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Ninjask in 2026.

📊 Ninjask Stats Analysis

Ninjask's Attack stat is 199 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Ninjask to contribute meaningful damage.

With 112 Defense (Average) and 156 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 467. Trainers should be mindful of Ninjask's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Ninjask's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Ninjask Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Ninjask depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Fury Cutter (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. Ninjask has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Ninjask PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Ninjask 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/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Fighting, Grass-type threats while being weak to Rock, Fire, Flying types.

Master League

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

💪 Ninjask Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Ninjask's effectiveness depends on its typing and 199 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Ninjask use Rock, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Ninjask in Pokémon GO

Ninjask 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.

🔄 Ninjask Evolution Guide

Ninjask is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

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

Shiny Ninjask 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

Ninjask gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,326 - 1,406 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 Ninjask

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