Iron Tail
Aqua Tail
Dratini is a Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#147, Generation 1). With a max CP of 1,136 and base stats of 119/91/121 (Atk/Def/Sta), Dratini has a total stat product of 331.
Dratini is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves. It resists Electric, Fire, Grass, Water-type attacks. Dratini is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon. Dratini is currently available as a 1-Star Raids raid boss.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Iron Tail (14 DPS), while Dragon Breath generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).
Raid Guide
Dratini as Raid Boss
1-Star Raids Active Now Shiny AvailableDratini is currently available as a 1-Star Raids raid boss in Pokemon GO. A 100% IV Dratini from raids will have 574 CP at level 20, or 717 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Dratini
Dratini is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Dratini
Dratini can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
Dratini is currently available as a 1-Star Raids raid boss. After defeating it in a raid, you can catch it at level 20 (574 CP for a perfect 15/15/15 IV) or level 25 with weather boost (717 CP).
A Shadow version of Dratini is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Dratini knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Dratini as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Dratini Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Dratini in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Dratini from raids or eggs will show 574 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Dratini is a Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 331. With its bulk spread of 91 Defense and 121 Stamina, Dratini has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves when using Dratini. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Dratini's performance.
Dratini's moves get a damage boost in Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Dratini much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Dratini?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Dratini is a Dragon-type Pokemon with base stats of 119/91/121 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,136. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Dratini 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.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Dratini deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.