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Golisopod

GolisopodBug Water
  • rain
Golisopod is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Golisopod is a Bug and Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,162 CP and is weak to Electric, Flying, and Rock-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / X-Scissor. It is boosted by Rain weather. Its shiny form is available.

Golisopod Stats and Max CP

218 ATK
226 DEF
181 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3575 CP
Lvl 40
3162 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2259 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1807 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1355 CP

Golisopod's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Golisopod PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Golisopod has decent enough stats to give it some viability both as a Bug and Water type Pokémon. That said, Bug types aren't too useful in Pokémon GO and it's heavily outclassed as a Water type. Use Golisopod because it looks menacing but don’t expect much out of it. 🫠

⚔️ Raids

It is far behind many of its peers in the Bug and Water type metas. Use it in low tier raids but absolutely don’t try it against 5-Star, Mega, or Shadow raids. 🥲

🛡️ Gyms

Golisopod is reasonably bulky and it isn’t going down in a whip, making it a good gym defender. 👍 And to repeat, it looks incredible! 🤩

💥 The best moves for Golisopod in PvE are Fury Cutter and X-Scissor (Bug type) or Waterfall and Razor Shell (Water type)

Golisopod PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Golisopod is a solid PvP Pokémon due to its quick and hard-hitting moves, and balanced stats. Additionally, it has useful resistances to Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel, and Water… all notable offensive types in the Great and Ultra League. These impressive traits designate Golisopod as a worthy Pokémon for your Great and Ultra League teams. 😄

🔵 Great League

Thanks to its super handy resistances, Golisopod efficiently handles big threats like Annihilape, Primeape, Tinkaton, Clodsire, Dewgong, and Alolan Sandslash. It also beats Talonflame, Grumpig, Feraligatr, and Lapras due to its overwhelming offensive presence. A fantastic Pokémon overall! 👌

🟡 Ultra League

While it slows down a little, Golisopod is still a menace in the Ultra League, where it beats Venusaur, Cobalion, Dusknoir, and the same targets as the Great League. It also gives Giratina Altered a tough time thanks to Shadow Claw, a move that also gives Golisopod good coverage and rather quick access to its Charged Moves Aqua Jet and X-Scissor, two STAB moves that can do quite a number! 🙂

🟣 Master League

Golisopod is a surprisingly strong contender in the Master League, beating the likes of Togekiss, Xerneas, Primarina, Mamoswine, Dusk Mane Necrozma, Dawn Wings Necrozma, Mewtwo, Groudon, Zacian (Hero), Excadrill, Metagross, and Solgaleo! 😳

Trainers don't use Golisopod in the Master League often so most don’t know what to expect when facing this huge insectoid! Go, throw their strategies out of the window and snatch victory from their hands with Golisopod! 😈

💥 The best moves for Golisopod in PvP are Shadow Claw, X-Scissor, and Aqua Jet.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Gym DefenderGym Defender
#55
BugBug-type
#26
WaterWater-type
#35
Great LeagueGreat League
#165
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#71
Master LeagueMaster League
#88

Golisopod Type Chart

Golisopod takes increased damage from:Golisopod takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
RockRock160.0%

Golisopod takes reduced damage from:Golisopod takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting62.5%
GroundGround62.5%
IceIce62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Golisopod best moveset

Moves

Fury Cutter + X-Scissor

Bug
BugFury Cutter
BugX-Scissor
Golisopod's best Bug-type moveset is Fury Cutter / X-Scissor, with 12.46 DPS and 308.8 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Golisopod ranks #26 (B Tier) as a Bug attacker with that moveset.

Waterfall + Razor Shell

Water
WaterWaterfall
WaterRazor Shell
Golisopod's best Water-type moveset is Waterfall / Razor Shell, with 13.38 DPS and 331.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Golisopod ranks #35 (B Tier) as a Water attacker with that moveset.
1.BugFury CutterWaterRazor Shell13.1614.44358.0
2.SteelMetal ClawWaterRazor Shell12.2813.48334.1
3.WaterWaterfallWaterRazor Shell12.1913.38331.6
4.GhostShadow ClawWaterRazor Shell11.6312.77316.5
5.BugFury CutterBugX-Scissor11.3512.46308.8
6.WaterWaterfallBugX-Scissor11.0412.13300.6
7.BugFury CutterWaterLiquidation11.0212.11300.0
8.WaterWaterfallWaterLiquidation10.8911.95296.3
1–8 of 20

Fast Attacks

  • BugFury Cutter480.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Fury Cutter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy8
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Fury Cutter has no special effects.
    See Fury Cutter details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Claw640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.1s - 0.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Shadow Claw has no special effects.
    See Shadow Claw details page ↗
  • SteelMetal Claw650.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Metal Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • RockRock
      • IceIce
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy7

    Effects
    Metal Claw has no special effects.
    See Metal Claw details page ↗
  • WaterWaterfall1371.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Waterfall
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage11
    Energy10

    Effects
    Waterfall has no special effects.
    See Waterfall details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • BugX-Scissor45331.5s
    Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage65
    Energy40

    Effects
    X-Scissor has no special effects.
    See X-Scissor details page ↗
  • FlyingAerial Ace55332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy45

    Effects
    Aerial Ace has no special effects.
    See Aerial Ace details page ↗
  • WaterRazor Shell55331.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Razor Shell
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage35
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Razor Shell has a 50.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Razor Shell details page ↗
  • WaterLiquidation70333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Liquidation
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Liquidation has a 30.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Liquidation details page ↗
  • WaterAqua Jet45332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Aqua Jet
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.6s - 2.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy40

    Effects
    Aqua Jet has no special effects.
    See Aqua Jet details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Golisopod's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Golisopod's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Golisopod has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Golisopod CP Chart

CP Chart

Golisopod reaches a maximum of 3,162 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,727–1,807 CP, rising to 2,159–2,259 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,295–1,355 CP.

Max CPMax CP3162 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1295 CP - 1355 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1727 CP - 1807 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1727 CP - 1807 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2159 CP - 2259 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Golisopod Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
144 CP2140 CP3235 CP
4331 CP5426 CP6522 CP
7617 CP8713 CP9808 CP
10903 CP11994 CP121084 CP
131174 CP141265 CP151355 CP
161445 CP171536 CP181626 CP
191716 CP201807 CP211897 CP
221988 CP232078 CP242168 CP
252259 CP262349 CP272440 CP
282530 CP292620 CP302711 CP
312756 CP322801 CP332846 CP
342891 CP352937 CP362982 CP
373027 CP383072 CP393117 CP
403162 CP413202 CP423243 CP
433284 CP443324 CP453366 CP
463407 CP473449 CP483491 CP
493533 CP503575 CP

Pokédex information

Alola
Pokédex Number#768
Height2 m
Weight108 kg
RegionGeneration 7
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance1 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy25
Stardust10000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
WimpodWimpod
  • 400 Candy400 Candy
GolisopodGolisopod
  • Wimpod evolves into Golisopod which costs 400 Candy.

Mega Pokémon that boost Golisopod

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Golisopod's Bug and Water-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Golisopod.

Bug Bug

Water Water

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Golisopod Candy296 Golisopod Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Golisopod Candy10 Golisopod Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Golisopod Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Golisopod Candy-

Golisopod Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Golisopod from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Golisopod in Pokémon GO.

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Golisopod family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Golisopod in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

WimpodWimpod
GolisopodGolisopod
Mega Golisopod (Mega)Mega Golisopod
Shadow Wimpod (Shadow)Shadow Wimpod
Shadow Golisopod (Shadow)Shadow Golisopod

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
GolisopodGolisopodGolisopodScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmGolisopodGolisopod
0.98 m1 m2 m3 m3.1 m

Golisopod's height ranges from 0.98 m to 3.1 m, with the average being 2 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Golisopod in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.98 m1 m
3′03″3′03″
XS1 m2 m
3′03″6′07″
M1.5 m2.5 m
4′11″8′02″
XL2.5 m3 m
8′02″9′10″
XXL3 m3.1 m
9′10″10′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer0
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.5
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Golisopod

Golisopod high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Golisopod. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Golisopod Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

GolisopodGolisopodGolisopodGolisopod

Golisopod Pokédex entries

Alola
VersionsPokédex entry
SunWith a flashing slash of its giant sharp claws, it cleaves seawater—or even air—right in two.
MoonIt battles skillfully with its six arms, but spends most of its time peacefully meditating in caves deep beneath the sea.
Ultra SunThe shell covering its body is as hard as diamond. This Pokémon will do anything it takes to win.
Ultra MoonIts claws, which it can extend and retract at will, are its greatest weapons. Golisopod is sometimes accompanied by Wimpod.
SwordIt will do anything to win, taking advantage of every opening and finishing opponents off with the small claws on its front legs.
ShieldThey live in sunken ships or in holes in the seabed. When Golisopod and Grapploct battle, the loser becomes the winner’s meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Golisopod’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Bug and Water-type Pokémon, Golisopod is weak to Electric, Flying, and Rock-type moves.

What are the best moves for Golisopod in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Golisopod in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Razor Shell. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 14.444 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 357.994.

How does Golisopod perform in Raids?

Golisopod's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Golisopod rank as a Bug-type attacker?

Golisopod is a B-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #26 with limited utility in specific matchups.

How does Golisopod rank as a Water-type attacker?

Golisopod is a B-Tier Water-type attacker, ranking at number #35 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Golisopod?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Golisopod: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Greninja.

What is Golisopod’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Golisopod’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3162 CP and 3575 CP at Level 50.

Can Golisopod be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Golisopod can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Golisopod Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Golisopod cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.