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Gholdengo is a Steel/Ghost-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Paldea region (#1000, Generation 9). With a max CP of 3,976 and base stats of 252/190/202 (Atk/Def/Sta), Gholdengo has a total stat product of 644.
Gholdengo is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves. It resists Normal, Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Grass, Ice, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type attacks. Gholdengo is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Hex (8 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Gholdengo as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsGholdengo is not currently available as a raid boss. When Gholdengo returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Gholdengo from raids would have 2009 CP at level 20, or 2512 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Gholdengo
Gholdengo is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Gholdengo
Gholdengo evolves from Gimmighoul using Candy and a Other Evolution Stone A.
Walking Gholdengo as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Gholdengo Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Gholdengo in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Gholdengo from raids or eggs will show 2,009 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Gholdengo is a Steel/Ghost-type Pokemon with a stat total of 644. With its high Attack stat (252), Gholdengo is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves when using Gholdengo. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Gholdengo's performance.
Gholdengo's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Gholdengo much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Gholdengo?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Gholdengo is a Steel/Ghost-type Pokemon with base stats of 252/190/202 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,976. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Gholdengo may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.