Ultra League PvP guide
Runerigus Pokémon GO – PvP, Best Moves, IVs & Counters
Runerigus is a Ground/Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Its strongest current PvP league is Ultra League, where it currently ranks #41. Its recommended PvP moveset is Shadow Claw with Rock Tomb and Shadow Ball.
Ultra League
#41
Strong pick
Type
Ground/Ghost
Best Fast Move
Shadow Claw
Charged Moves
Max CP
2,570
Updated for the current Pokémon GO season · September 2026
Rankings, moves and matchup data are updated automatically from the latest available PvP data.ABOUT RUNERIGUS
Is Runerigus Good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Runerigus is currently a strong PvP option in Ultra League where it is ranked #41.
Runerigus is also a viable PvP option in Great League where it is ranked #194.
Runerigus PvP Rankings
| League | Rank | PvP Score | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #194 | 83.0 | Shadow Claw, Shadow Ball, Rock Tomb |
| Ultra LeagueBest | #41 | 88.9 | Shadow Claw, Rock Tomb, Shadow Ball |
Best Moveset for Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Normal
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Ghost, Grass, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fighting, Ground, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Normal
The recommended PvP moveset for Runerigus is Shadow Claw with Rock Tomb and Shadow Ball.
Alternative movesets
All Fast and Charged Moves currently available to Runerigus in the imported game data.
Fast Moves
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Normal
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Normal
Charged Moves
Charged Move
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Fairy, Fighting
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Ghost, Grass, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fighting, Ground, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Ghost, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Normal
Runerigus PvP Move Counts
Shadow Claw → Rock Tomb
7 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Shadow Claw → Shadow Ball
7 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Runerigus Battle Guide
Matchup values below come from the Ultra League matchup data in PoGoCoach. A value above 500 means Runerigus wins the matchup; below 500 means it loses.
Strong Matchups
- Stunfisk694
- Corviknight643
- Togekiss622
- Jellicent618
- Tinkaton543
Difficult Matchups
Runerigus Weaknesses & Resistances
Defensive type multipliers below combine Runerigus's Ground/Ghost typing using the current Pokémon GO battle type chart.
Weak to
- dark1.6×
- ghost1.6×
- grass1.6×
- ice1.6×
- water1.6×
Resistant to
- electric0.391×
- fighting0.391×
- normal0.391×
- poison0.391×
- bug0.625×
- rock0.625×
Best Counters to Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP
Recommended attacks are measured against Runerigus in Ultra League. Charged Move percentages show estimated unshielded damage to Runerigus's league HP.
Ultra League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Taildragon
Fast Move
Neutral
- Crunchdark
Charged Move
Super Effective
32% HP
- Bulldozeground
Charged Move
Neutral
28% HP
Ultra League
Recommended attacks
- Double Kickfighting
Fast Move
Resisted
- Leaf Bladegrass
Charged Move
Super Effective
45% HP
- Sacred Swordfighting
Charged Move
Resisted
9% HP
Ultra League
Recommended attacks
- Psywavepsychic
Fast Move
Neutral
- Body Slamnormal
Charged Move
Resisted
10% HP
- Earthquakeground
Charged Move
Neutral
37% HP
Ultra League
Recommended attacks
- Metal Soundsteel
Fast Move
Neutral
- Hydro Cannonwater
Charged Move
Super Effective
56% HP
- Drill Peck
Charged Move
Neutral
26% HP
Ultra League
Recommended attacks
- Fairy Windfairy
Fast Move
Neutral
- Chilling Waterwater
Charged Move
Super Effective
34% HP
- Disarming Voicefairy
Charged Move
Neutral
29% HP
Ratings are shown from Runerigus's perspective: the lower the value, the harder the matchup is for Runerigus.
Best Teammates for Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP
Good teammates for Runerigus should help cover some of its most difficult matchups while adding useful coverage against the current Ultra League meta.
Covers 3 of Runerigus's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Runerigus's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 2 of Runerigus's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Runerigus's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Runerigus's 5 hardest current matchups.
Teammates are calculated from the current Ultra League rankings and matchup data, and update automatically with each PvP data import.
Best PvP IVs for Runerigus
| League | Rank | IVs | CP | Level | Stat Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #1 | 0/11/14 | 1,500 | 25.5 | 2,041,887 |
| #2 | 0/15/11 | 1,498 | 25.5 | 2,037,436 | |
| #3 | 0/10/14 | 1,497 | 25.5 | 2,033,653 | |
| #4 | 2/14/14 | 1,498 | 25 | 2,032,439 | |
| #5 | 0/12/13 | 1,498 | 25.5 | 2,031,651 | |
| Ultra League | #1 | 10/15/15 | 2,498 | 50 | 4,278,881 |
| #2 | 11/15/15 | 2,497 | 49.5 | 4,278,083 | |
| #3 | 10/14/15 | 2,493 | 50 | 4,261,901 | |
| #4 | 11/14/15 | 2,493 | 49.5 | 4,261,106 | |
| #5 | 11/14/14 | 2,500 | 50 | 4,255,698 |
Runerigus Stats in Pokémon GO
Runerigus's real battle stats in each league, at the CP cap and that league's best IV combination.
Great League
Runerigus 0/11/14 (Best IV)
- Level
- 25.5
- CP
- 1,500
- Attack
- 110
- Defense
- 167.3
- HP
- 111
Ultra League
Runerigus 10/15/15 (Best IV)
- Level
- 50
- CP
- 2,498
- Attack
- 145.4
- Defense
- 211.8
- HP
- 139
Runerigus Evolution
Pokémon Similar to Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP
Same Ghost / Ground typing · Ghost-type fast move · Mega Ultra League #191
Same Ground / Ghost typing · Ghost-type fast move · Master League #198
Same Ground / Ghost typing · Ghost-type fast move · Master League #166
Shares Ghost typing · Same Shadow Claw fast move · Ultra League #83
Shares Ghost typing · Same Shadow Claw fast move · Ultra League #108
Shares Ghost typing · Same Shadow Claw fast move · Ultra League #143
More PoGoCoach tools
Runerigus Pokémon GO PvP FAQ
What is the best moveset for Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP?
Runerigus's recommended PvP moveset is Shadow Claw with Rock Tomb and Shadow Ball.
Is Runerigus good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Runerigus is currently a strong PvP option in Ultra League, where it is ranked #41.
What counters Runerigus in Pokémon GO PvP?
Zygarde (Complete Forme), Virizion and Snorlax are among the strongest current counters to Runerigus in Ultra League.
What is Runerigus weak to in Pokémon GO?
Runerigus is weak to Dark (1.6×), Ghost (1.6×), Grass (1.6×), Ice (1.6×), Water (1.6×).