Scrafty

🎯 Best Counters Against Scrafty

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
3	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
4	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
5	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
6	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
7	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
8	Tapu Lele	Psychic Fairy	259	208	172	3,998
9	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686
10	Mienshao	Fighting	258	127	163	3,101

📖 Complete Scrafty Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Scrafty (#560) is a Dark/Fighting-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,612 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Scrafty can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Scrafty in 2026.

📊 Scrafty Stats Analysis

Scrafty's Attack stat is 163 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Scrafty to contribute meaningful damage.

With 222 Defense (Excellent) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 548. This gives Scrafty reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Scrafty's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Scrafty Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Scrafty depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Counter (Fast) with Acid Spray (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. Scrafty has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Scrafty PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Scrafty 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 Dark/Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Dark, Ghost, Rock-type threats while being weak to Fairy, Fighting, Flying types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Scrafty reaches 2,283 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.

Master League

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

💪 Scrafty Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Scrafty's effectiveness depends on its typing and 163 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Scrafty use Fairy, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Scrafty in Pokémon GO

Scrafty 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.

🔄 Scrafty Evolution Guide

Scrafty is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Scraggy (#559)
• Scrafty (#560) ← 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 Scrafty in Pokémon GO

Shiny Scrafty 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

Scrafty gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,546 - 1,631 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 Scrafty

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