Is Shadow Giratina better than regular Giratina?

Shadow Giratina deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Giratina is generally the better investment due to higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the specific matchups — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles. Shadow Giratina comes with Frustration, which should be replaced using a Charged TM during a Team GO Rocket event.

How do you get Giratina in Pokemon GO?

Giratina can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Giratina from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Giratina as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

#0487 Legendary

Giratina

Q: What are Giratina's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Giratina is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Giratina, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Giratina resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type moves.

Q: What is Giratina's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Giratina's maximum CP is 3,820 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,379 at level 40. Its base stats are 187 Attack, 225 Defense, and 284 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 696. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Giratina?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Giratina has 1931 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2414 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,820 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Giratina showing 1931 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Giratina be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Giratina availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Ghost Dragon

Max CP 3,820 Dragon Breath + Shadow Force Fog Windy

Regigigas | Cresselia

Giratina is a Legendary Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#487, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,820 and base stats of 187/225/284 (Atk/Def/Sta), Giratina has a total stat product of 696.

Giratina is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type attacks. Giratina is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

3,820

Lv.40: 3,379 Lv.50: 3,820

Attack 187

Defense 225

Stamina 284

Total 696

Buddy 20.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Dragon Breath STAB

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Shadow Claw STAB

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Ancient Power Buff

DPS

70.0 PWR 33 EN 3.5s DUR

Dragon Claw STAB

DPS

45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Shadow Sneak STAB

16.7

DPS

50.0 PWR 33 EN 3.0s DUR

Shadow Force STAB Elite

DPS

140.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Dragon Breath (12 DPS), while Dragon Breath generates energy the fastest (8 EPS). Note that Shadow Force is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Forms & Variants

Giratina (Altered) Altered

Giratina

Giratina (Origin) Origin

Raid Guide

Giratina as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Giratina is not currently available as a raid boss. When Giratina returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Giratina from raids would have 1931 CP at level 20, or 2414 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Giratina

Giratina can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Giratina is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Giratina knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 20,000 Stardust and 20 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Giratina as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Giratina Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Giratina in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

86 – 2,921 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

86 – 3,162 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,894 – 1,979 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

2,356 – 2,462 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,894 – 1,979 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,432 – 1,496 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,894 – 1,979 CP

A 100% IV Giratina from raids or eggs will show 1,931 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Giratina is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 696. With its bulk spread of 225 Defense and 284 Stamina, Giratina has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves when using Giratina. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Giratina's performance.

Giratina's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Giratina much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Giratina?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Giratina is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon with base stats of 187/225/284 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,820. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Giratina 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 Giratina 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Giratina in Pokemon GO?

Giratina has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Giratina for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Giratina's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Giratina is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves. On the other hand, Giratina resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Giratina effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

What is Giratina's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Giratina's maximum CP is 3,820 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,379 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Giratina's CP is calculated from its base stats: 187 Attack, 225 Defense, and 284 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Giratina caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,931 CP, or 2,414 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Giratina?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Giratina has the following CP at key levels: 1,448 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,931 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,414 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,820 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Giratina, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Giratina ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

Is Shadow Giratina better than regular?

Shadow Giratina deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Giratina is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Giratina comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.

How to get Giratina in Pokemon GO?

Giratina can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Giratina can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Giratina be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Giratina's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Giratina availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 47 CP

L5 455 CP

L10 965 CP

L15 1,448 CP

L20 1,931 CP

L25 2,414 CP

L30 2,897 CP

L35 3,138 CP

L40 3,379 CP

L50 3,820 CP

L1 47

L2 149

L3 251

L4 353

L5 455

L6 557

L7 659

L8 761

L9 863

L10 965

L11 1,062

L12 1,158

L13 1,255

L14 1,352

L15 1,448

L16 1,545

L17 1,641

L18 1,738

L19 1,834

L20 1,931

L21 2,027

L22 2,124

L23 2,220

L24 2,317

L25 2,414

L26 2,510

L27 2,607

L28 2,703

L29 2,800

L30 2,897

L31 2,945

L32 2,993

L33 3,041

L34 3,090

L35 3,138

L36 3,186

L37 3,234

L38 3,283

L39 3,331

L40 3,379

L41 3,422

L42 3,465

L43 3,509

L44 3,552

L45 3,596

L46 3,641

L47 3,685

L48 3,730

L49 3,775

L50 3,820

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #487

Generation Gen 4

Region Sinnoh

Height 4.50 m

Weight 750.00 kg

Buddy Distance 20.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy

Shadow Move Frustration

Purified Move Return

Purification Cost 20,000 Dust / 20 Candy