Skrelp

🎯 Best Counters Against Skrelp

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
3	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
4	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
5	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
6	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626
10	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532

📖 Complete Skrelp Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Skrelp (#690) is a Poison/Water-type Pokémon from the Kalos region (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,216 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Skrelp has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Skrelp in 2026.

📊 Skrelp Stats Analysis

Skrelp's Attack stat is 109 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Skrelp may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 109 Defense (Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 355. Trainers should be mindful of Skrelp's limited bulk. Compared to other Poison-type Pokémon, Skrelp's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Skrelp Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Skrelp depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Aqua Tail (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. Skrelp has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Skrelp PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Skrelp 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 Poison/Water typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Poison, Bug-type threats while being weak to Ground, Psychic, Electric types.

Master League

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

💪 Skrelp Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Skrelp's effectiveness depends on its typing and 109 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Skrelp use Ground, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Skrelp in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Skrelp Evolution Guide

Skrelp is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Skrelp (#690) ← current
• Dragalge (#691) — 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 Skrelp in Pokémon GO

Shiny Skrelp 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

Skrelp gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (702 - 759 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 Skrelp

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