Giratina (Origin) is a Legendary Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#487, Generation 4). With a max CP of 4,164 and base stats of 225/187/284 (Atk/Def/Sta), Giratina (Origin) has a total stat product of 696. Giratina (Origin)'s best moveset is Shadow Claw and Shadow Force, making it a competitive Ghost-type attacker for raids.
Giratina (Origin) is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Electric, Fire, Grass, Poison, Water-type attacks. Giratina (Origin) is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Shadow Claw
Shadow Force
Shadow Claw
Shadow Force
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Giratina (Origin)'s best offensive moveset is Shadow Claw combined with Shadow Force, achieving 16.4 DPS and 490 TDO as a Ghost-type attacker (ranked #12, Tier B). Alternatively, Giratina (Origin) can serve as a Ghost-type attacker with Shadow Claw and Shadow Force (#25, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Dragon Tail (14 DPS), while Dragon Tail generates energy the fastest (8 EPS). Note that Shadow Force is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Giratina (Origin) as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsGiratina (Origin) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Giratina (Origin) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Giratina (Origin) from raids would have 2105 CP at level 20, or 2631 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Giratina (Origin)
Giratina (Origin) is weak to Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Giratina (Origin) as Raid Counter
Giratina (Origin) is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Giratina (Origin)
Giratina (Origin) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Giratina (Origin) is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Giratina (Origin) 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 (Origin) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.
Giratina (Origin) Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Giratina (Origin) in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Giratina (Origin) from raids or eggs will show 2,105 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Giratina (Origin) is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 696. With its bulk spread of 187 Defense and 284 Stamina, Giratina (Origin) has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type moves when using Giratina (Origin). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Giratina (Origin)'s performance.
Giratina (Origin)'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 (Origin) much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Giratina (Origin)?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Giratina (Origin) is a solid but not elite Ghost-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#12) in raid performance. With a max CP of 4,164 and base stats of 225/187/284, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Ghost-type counters. The best moveset is Shadow Claw paired with Shadow Force. Consider investing if you need a Ghost-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.