Scraggy

🎯 Best Counters Against Scraggy

Top Pokémon to use when battling Scraggy 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 Scraggy Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Scraggy (#559) is a Dark/Fighting-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,570 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Scraggy has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Scraggy in 2026.

📊 Scraggy Stats Analysis

Scraggy's Attack stat is 132 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Scraggy may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 132 Defense (Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 401. Trainers should be mindful of Scraggy's limited bulk. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Scraggy's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Scraggy Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Scraggy depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Rock Smash (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. Scraggy has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Scraggy PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Scraggy 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.

Master League

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

💪 Scraggy Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Scraggy's effectiveness depends on its typing and 132 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Scraggy use Fairy, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Scraggy in Pokémon GO

Scraggy 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.

🔄 Scraggy Evolution Guide

Scraggy is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

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

Shiny Scraggy 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

Scraggy gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (915 - 980 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 Scraggy

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