Skiploom

🎯 Best Counters Against Skiploom

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
9	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
10	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338

📖 Complete Skiploom Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Skiploom (#188) is a Grass/Flying-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,116 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Skiploom has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Skiploom in 2026.

📊 Skiploom Stats Analysis

Skiploom's Attack stat is 91 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Skiploom may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 120 Defense (Average) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 357. Trainers should be mindful of Skiploom's limited bulk. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Skiploom's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Skiploom Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Skiploom depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Grass Knot (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. Skiploom has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Skiploom PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Skiploom 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 Grass/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Grass, Water-type threats while being weak to Ice, Fire, Poison types.

Master League

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

💪 Skiploom Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Skiploom's effectiveness depends on its typing and 91 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Skiploom use Ice, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Skiploom in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Skiploom Evolution Guide

Skiploom is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Hoppip (#187)
• Skiploom (#188) ← current — 25 Candy
• Jumpluff (#189) — 100 Candy

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

😈 Shadow Skiploom

Shadow Skiploom is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Skiploom's effective Attack becomes ~109. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Skiploom in Pokémon GO

Shiny Skiploom 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

Skiploom gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (641 - 697 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 Skiploom

📚 Related Guides

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