Pokemon GO Zoroark PvP and PvE guide: Best movesets, counters, and more

Pokemon GO Halloween 2023 Part 2 event brings back Zorua, and trainers have the opportunity to get Zoroark by evolving Zorua during the event. It will start at 10 am local time on October 26, 2023, and end at 8 pm local time on October 31, 2023. The Dark-type monster will appear in wild spawns. Those who obtain it might wonder about its utility in different battle scenarios.

Niantic’s AR mobile game has three PvP battle league formats: Great, Ultra, and Master League. On the other hand, the PvE format includes Raid Battle and Gym Defense. This article will focus on Zoroark’s battle performance, best movesets, and counters in Pokemon GO.

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Best PvE moveset for Zoroark in Pokemon GO

Zoroark movepool (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Best offensive PvE moveset for Zoroark

Zoroark has only one Dark-type move as a Fast Attack. Snarl is the best option to inflict damage on the opponent from an offensive standpoint. So, this move as the Fast Attack and Foul Play or Sludge Bomb as the Charged Attack will make for an excellent move combo for Zoroark.

Best Defensive PvE moveset for Zoroark

The ideal selection for Zoroark defensive movepool would be Shadow Ball (Ghost-type) as a Fast Attack. As for the Charged Attack, it would be great to go with Sludge Bomb or Foul Play because both moves use up a similar amount of energy.

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Is Zoroark good in Pokemon GO PvE?

Without a doubt, Zoroark is a good contender for the PvE format, but other strong Pokemon can do the job better. Monsters with great Defense and Stamina would be the best alternatives instead of Zoroark in PvE encounters.

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Best PvP moveset for Zoroark in Pokemon GO

PvP movepool (Image via Niantic/Serebii)

Only two Fast Attacks are at Zoroark’s disposal: Shadow Claw and Snarl. Shadow Claw uses less energy than Snarl, which allows you to utilize the Charged Attack quickly. However, it is important to note that Snarl has better damage output than Shadow Claw.

Depending on which Fast Attack you choose for Zoroark in the PvP format, you can pick a Charged Attack from Flame Thrower, Foul Play, and Sludge Bomb.

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Is Zoroark good in Pokemon GO PvP?

Zoroark is an average performer in all three formats of the GO Battle League. It demonstrates its maximum potential if you create the ideal team for it. The better the team, the higher the chances of damaging enemies substantially.

Out of all the leagues in Pokemon GO, the Master League is the most challenging since you will face multiple powerhouses with versatile movesets. However, by building the best team for Zoroark, you will be able to take down Pocket Monsters that pose a threat to its elemental typing.

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All moves that Zoroark can learn in Pokemon GO

Zorua evolves into Zoroark (Image via Niantic/Serebii)

Zoroark is a solo Dark-type Pokemon. It is weak against the following typings:

• Bug
• Fairy
• Fighting

Zoroark is resistant to the following typings:

• Psychic
• Dark
• Ghost

The creature has the capacity to reach its maximum Combat Power (CP) 2907 at Level 50. Here are its base stats.

• Attack: 250
• Defense: 127
• Stamina: 155

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Best counters for Arcanine in Pokemon GO

Use best counters to take down Zoroark (Image via Niantic/Serebii)

In Pokemon GO, the perfect possible counter for Zoroark would be powerhouses with exceptional battle power. Those that can easily counter its typing and attacks are essential. Here is the list of creatures that counter Zoroark, along with the Fast and Charged Attacks you can use.

1. Terrakion: Double Kick and Sacred Sword
2. Mega Blaziken: Counter and Focus Blast
3. Mega Rayquaza: Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent
4. Mega Gardevoir: Charm and Dazzling Gleam
5. Keldeo (Ordinary): Low Kick and Sacred Sword
6. Shadow Machamp: Counter and Dynamic Punch
7. Shadow Hariyama: Counter and Dynamic Punch
8. Mega Alakazam: Counter and Dazzling Gleam
9. Lucario: Counter and Aura Sphere

These counters will help you deal massive damage to Zoroark. If you can’t access these movesets, you can build your own variations, keeping in mind the creature's typing. That said, check out our guide on Zorua and Zoroark.