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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
2,315 - 2,408 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,894 - 3,010 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
4,778 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
2,315 - 2,408 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
1,736 - 1,806 CP
Roaring Moon Pokemon GO
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Roaring Moon

#1005 · Paldea
DragonDark
☁️ Windy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 280
Defense 196
Stamina 233
Total: 709

Pokémon Info

Max CP4,821
GenerationPaldea (Gen 9)
Buddy Distance20km
Released❌ No
Shiny❌ No
Shadow❌ No

About Roaring Moon

Roaring Moon is a Dragon/Dark-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,821 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Roaring Moon has base stats of 280 Attack, 196 Defense, and 233 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 709.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 280, Roaring Moon is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.

In Windy weather, Roaring Moon receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Roaring Moon is 20km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Splash-------

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Struggle------

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Roaring Moon takes increased damage from these types:

Fairy 2.56×
Ice 1.6×
Dragon 1.6×
Fighting 1.6×
Bug 1.6×

Resistances

Roaring Moon takes reduced damage from these types:

Psychic 0.391×
Fire 0.625×
Water 0.625×
Electric 0.625×
Grass 0.625×
Ghost 0.625×
Dark 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Roaring Moon

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Pheromosa Bug Fighting316851743,251
2 Rayquaza Dragon Flying2841702134,387
3 Haxorus Dragon2841721834,110
4 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
5 Eternatus Poison Dragon2781922685,067
6 Salamence Dragon Flying2771682164,289
7 Dialga Steel Dragon2752112054,620
8 Reshiram Dragon Fire2752112054,620
9 Zekrom Dragon Electric2752112054,620
10 Latios Dragon Psychic2682121904,362

🏆 Roaring Moon PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
131515131,499
241415131,500
321515131,493
431415131,495
541513131,498
641315131,497
751413131,499
811515131,488
951215131,498
1021415131,490

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101413222,498
201512222,499
301215222,496
411115222,499
511510222,497
601313222,492
701314222,497
821410222,500
911213222,495
1011214222,500

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Roaring Moon IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)3,6121,8062,4083,0104,2144,778
98% (15/15/14)3,6051,8022,4033,0044,2064,769
96% (15/14/15)3,6041,8022,4023,0034,2044,767
93% (14/14/14)3,5841,7922,3892,9874,1824,741
91% (15/13/13)3,5811,7902,3872,9844,1774,736
87% (13/13/13)3,5561,7782,3712,9634,1494,704
82% (12/12/12)3,5291,7642,3522,9404,1174,667
80% (10/15/15)3,5511,7752,3672,9594,1434,697
67% (10/10/10)3,4731,7362,3152,8944,0524,594
0% (0/0/0)3,2031,6012,1352,6693,7374,237

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Roaring Moon with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)4,778 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)4,214 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)2,315 - 2,408 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,894 - 3,010 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)2,315 - 2,408 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,736 - 1,806 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Roaring Moon with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

LvMax CPLvMax CP
159264,214
24,214274,214
34,214284,214
44,214294,214
5568303,612
64,214314,214
74,214324,214
84,214334,214
94,214344,214
101,204353,913
114,214364,214
124,214374,214
134,214384,214
144,214394,214
151,806404,214
164,214414,214
174,214424,214
184,214434,214
194,214444,214
202,408454,507
214,214464,214
224,214474,214
234,214484,214
244,214494,214
253,010504,778

📖 Complete Roaring Moon Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Roaring Moon (#1005) is a Dragon/Dark-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,821 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Roaring Moon is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Roaring Moon in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Roaring Moon is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.

📊 Roaring Moon Stats Analysis

Roaring Moon's Attack stat is 280 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Roaring Moon an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.

With 196 Defense (Excellent) and 233 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 709. This gives Roaring Moon reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dragon-type Pokémon, Roaring Moon's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Roaring Moon Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Roaring Moon depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Splash (Fast) with Struggle (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. Roaring Moon has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Roaring Moon PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,778 CP at Level 50, Roaring Moon is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Roaring Moon Raid Guide & Counters

Roaring Moon appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Fairy, Ice, Dragon-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Roaring Moon at Level 20 (2,315 - 2,408 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,894 - 3,010 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,408 CP.

🎯 How to Get Roaring Moon in Pokémon GO

Roaring Moon is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.

✨ Shiny Roaring Moon in Pokémon GO

Shiny Roaring Moon 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

Roaring Moon gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,894 - 3,010 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
  • Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
  • Trading: Requires Special Trade (1/day).
  • Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.

❓ FAQ About Roaring Moon

Q: What is Roaring Moon's max CP?
A: 4,778 CP at Level 50, or 4,214 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Roaring Moon good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.

Q: Can Roaring Moon be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.

Q: What is Roaring Moon weak to?
A: Fairy, Ice, Dragon, Fighting, Bug-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Dragon Dragon-Type Dark Dark-Type 🗺️ Paldea 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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