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Garchomp best
moveset (GO)

Complete raid + PvP moveset guide for Garchomp in Pokémon GO. DPS rankings, IV priorities, and Shadow form analysis.

Garchomp

Best raid moveset

Fast: Dragon Tail + Charged: Outrage

21.5 DPS (Dragon raid)

Fast: Mud Shot + Charged: Earthquake

17.8 DPS (Ground raid)

Best PvP moveset

Fast: Mud Shot Outrage Earthquake

Master League

Fast: Mud Shot Sand Tomb Outrage

Ultra League

Raid analysis

Garchomp's Mud Shot energy generation (4.5 EPT) is the highest of any Ground-type fast move, making it the fastest Earthquake spammer in the game. For raids, Dragon Tail + Outrage edges out Earthquake for raw damage. Mega Garchomp (when released) becomes a top-tier dual-typing Mega for Ground/Dragon raids.

PvP analysis

Garchomp is top-5 Master League every season. Outrage punishes Dragon mirrors; Earthquake hits opposing Steels (Metagross, Dialga). Sand Tomb (Community Day exclusive) is the PvP MVP move — lowers opponent's Defense on use, scaling future damage. Lead Mud Shot to bait shields, fire Sand Tomb to debuff, then Outrage for the kill.

Shadow Garchomp

Shadow Garchomp is RARE (no Shadow Gible distribution yet). When available, it'll be top-tier — the +20% Atk multiplier on already-high stats is huge. Until then, regular Garchomp is fine.

Best IVs to look for

Master League: 15/15/15 non-negotiable. Garchomp's stat product matters because it eats damage from non-SE attackers. Ultra League optimal: rank #1 PvPoke spread (varies by season — check current PvPoke).

Fast move data

Mud Shot — 8.0 DPS damage per second, 4.5 EPT (fastest energy gen Ground) energy per turn.

Frequently asked questions

What's the best moveset for Garchomp in Pokémon GO?
For raids: Dragon Tail + Outrage. For PvP: Mud Shot + Outrage + Earthquake.

Is Garchomp good for raids?
Garchomp's Mud Shot energy generation (4.5 EPT) is the highest of any Ground-type fast move, making it the fastest Earthquake spammer in the game. For raids, Dragon Tail + Outrage edges out Earthquake for raw damage. Mega Garchomp (when released) becomes a top-tier dual-typing Mega for Ground/Dragon raids.

Is Garchomp good for PvP?
Garchomp is top-5 Master League every season. Outrage punishes Dragon mirrors; Earthquake hits opposing Steels (Metagross, Dialga). Sand Tomb (Community Day exclusive) is the PvP MVP move — lowers opponent's Defense on use, scaling future damage. Lead Mud Shot to bait shields, fire Sand Tomb to debuff, then Outrage for the kill.

What IVs should I look for on Garchomp?
Master League: 15/15/15 non-negotiable. Garchomp's stat product matters because it eats damage from non-SE attackers. Ultra League optimal: rank #1 PvPoke spread (varies by season — check current PvPoke).

Is Shadow Garchomp worth using?
Shadow Garchomp is RARE (no Shadow Gible distribution yet). When available, it'll be top-tier — the +20% Atk multiplier on already-high stats is huge. Until then, regular Garchomp is fine.