How do you get Mabosstiff in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Mabosstiff as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

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Mabosstiff

Q: What are Mabosstiff's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff is a Dark-type Pokemon weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Mabosstiff, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Mabosstiff resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost-type moves.

Q: What is Mabosstiff's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff's maximum CP is 3,350 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,963 at level 40. Its base stats are 230 Attack, 168 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 588. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Mabosstiff?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Mabosstiff has 1693 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2117 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,350 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Mabosstiff showing 1693 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Mabosstiff be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Mabosstiff availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Dark

Max CP 3,350 Bite + Payback Fog

Maschiff | Shroodle

A Dark-type Pokémon, Mabosstiff reaches 3,350 CP at its level-50 ceiling.

Stats

Max CP

3,350

Lv.40: 2,963 Lv.50: 3,350

Attack 230

Defense 168

Stamina 190

Total 588

Buddy 3.0 km Gen 9 · Paldea 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Bite STAB

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Snarl STAB

DPS

11.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Crunch STAB Buff

21.7

DPS

65.0 PWR 33 EN 3.0s DUR

Dig

22.2

DPS

100.0 PWR 50 EN 4.5s DUR

Payback STAB

47.5

DPS

95.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Bite (12 DPS), while Snarl generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Maschiff

50 Candy

Mabosstiff

Forms & Variants

Maschiff

Mabosstiff

Raid Guide

Mabosstiff as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Mabosstiff is not currently available as a raid boss. When Mabosstiff returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Mabosstiff from raids would have 1693 CP at level 20, or 2117 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Mabosstiff

Mabosstiff evolves from Maschiff using 50 Candy.

Walking Mabosstiff as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Mabosstiff Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Mabosstiff in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

75 – 2,561 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

75 – 2,773 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,656 – 1,735 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

2,060 – 2,159 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,656 – 1,735 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,252 – 1,312 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,656 – 1,735 CP

A 100% IV Mabosstiff from raids or eggs will show 1,693 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Mabosstiff is a Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 588. With its high Attack stat (230), Mabosstiff is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type moves when using Mabosstiff. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Mabosstiff's performance.

Mabosstiff's moves get a damage boost in Fog weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Mabosstiff much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Mabosstiff?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Mabosstiff is a Dark-type Pokemon with base stats of 230/168/190 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,350. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Mabosstiff 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Mabosstiff in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Mabosstiff for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Mabosstiff's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting-type moves. On the other hand, Mabosstiff resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Mabosstiff effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

What is Mabosstiff's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff's maximum CP is 3,350 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,963 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Mabosstiff's CP is calculated from its base stats: 230 Attack, 168 Defense, and 190 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Mabosstiff caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,693 CP, or 2,117 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Mabosstiff?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Mabosstiff has the following CP at key levels: 1,270 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,693 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,117 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,350 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Mabosstiff, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Mabosstiff ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Mabosstiff in Pokemon GO?

Mabosstiff is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Maschiff with 50 Candy). Mabosstiff can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Mabosstiff be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Mabosstiff's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Mabosstiff availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 41 CP

L5 399 CP

L10 847 CP

L15 1,270 CP

L20 1,693 CP

L25 2,117 CP

L30 2,540 CP

L35 2,752 CP

L40 2,963 CP

L50 3,350 CP

L1 41

L2 131

L3 220

L4 310

L5 399

L6 489

L7 578

L8 668

L9 757

L10 847

L11 931

L12 1,016

L13 1,101

L14 1,185

L15 1,270

L16 1,354

L17 1,439

L18 1,524

L19 1,608

L20 1,693

L21 1,778

L22 1,862

L23 1,947

L24 2,032

L25 2,117

L26 2,201

L27 2,286

L28 2,371

L29 2,455

L30 2,540

L31 2,582

L32 2,625

L33 2,667

L34 2,709

L35 2,752

L36 2,794

L37 2,836

L38 2,879

L39 2,921

L40 2,963

L41 3,001

L42 3,039

L43 3,077

L44 3,115

L45 3,154

L46 3,193

L47 3,232

L48 3,271

L49 3,310

L50 3,350

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #943

Generation Gen 9

Region Paldea

Height 1.10 m

Weight 61.00 kg

Buddy Distance 3.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy