#0487 Legendary Altered

Giratina (Altered)

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

Max CP 3,820 Dragon Breath + Shadow Force Fog Windy
Giratina (Altered) Pokemon GO sprite

Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered) has a total stat product of 696.

Giratina (Altered) is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type attacks. Giratina (Altered) 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

Moves

Fast Moves

Dragon
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Ghost
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Rock
20
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 3.5s DUR
Dragon
30
DPS
45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR
Ghost
16.7
DPS
50.0 PWR 33 EN 3.0s DUR
Ghost
Shadow Force STAB Elite
70
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.

Raid Guide

Giratina (Altered) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

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

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Best Counters to Beat Giratina (Altered)

Giratina (Altered) is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Giratina (Altered)

Giratina (Altered) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Giratina (Altered) is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Giratina (Altered) Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered) 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 (Altered) is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 696. With its bulk spread of 225 Defense and 284 Stamina, Giratina (Altered) has solid survivability in battles.

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

Giratina (Altered)'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 (Altered) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Giratina (Altered)?

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 (Altered) 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 (Altered) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Giratina (Altered) in Pokemon GO?
Giratina (Altered) has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Giratina (Altered) is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves. On the other hand, Giratina (Altered) resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Giratina (Altered)'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 (Altered)'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 (Altered) 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 (Altered)?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Giratina (Altered) 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 (Altered), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Giratina (Altered) 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.
How to get Giratina (Altered) in Pokemon GO?
Giratina (Altered) can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Giratina (Altered) can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Giratina (Altered) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Giratina (Altered)'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 (Altered) 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

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