Rolycoly

🎯 Best Counters Against Rolycoly

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
5	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
6	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
7	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
8	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
9	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Rolycoly Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Rolycoly (#837) is a Rock-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 700 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Rolycoly has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Rolycoly in 2026.

📊 Rolycoly Stats Analysis

Rolycoly's Attack stat is 73 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Rolycoly may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 91 Defense (Below Average) and 102 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 266. Trainers should be mindful of Rolycoly's limited bulk. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Rolycoly's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Rolycoly Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Rolycoly depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Smack Down (Fast) with Rock Blast (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. Rolycoly has 2 Fast Attacks and 2 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Rolycoly PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Rolycoly 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 Rock typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fire, Poison-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Fighting types.

Master League

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

💪 Rolycoly Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Rolycoly's effectiveness depends on its typing and 73 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Rolycoly use Water, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Rolycoly in Pokémon GO

Rolycoly can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Rolycoly Evolution Guide

Rolycoly is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Rolycoly (#837) ← current
• Carkol (#838) — 25 Candy
• Coalossal (#839) — 100 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Rolycoly in Pokémon GO

Shiny Rolycoly 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

Rolycoly gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (393 - 437 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• 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 Rolycoly

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