Kartana is a Grass/Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#798, Generation 7). With a max CP of 4,156 and base stats of 323/182/139 (Atk/Def/Sta), Kartana has a total stat product of 644. Kartana's best moveset is Razor Leaf and Leaf Blade, making it a competitive Grass-type attacker for raids.
Kartana is weak to Fire, Fighting-type moves (double weak to Fire). It resists Grass, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Steel, Water-type attacks. Kartana is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
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Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Kartana's best offensive moveset is Razor Leaf combined with Leaf Blade, achieving 17.7 DPS and 258 TDO as a Grass-type attacker (ranked #4, Tier A). Alternatively, Kartana can serve as a Fighting-type attacker with Fury Cutter and Sacred Sword (#16, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Razor Leaf (13 DPS), while Fury Cutter generates energy the fastest (16 EPS).
Raid Guide
Kartana as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsKartana is not currently available as a raid boss. When Kartana returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Kartana from raids would have 2101 CP at level 20, or 2626 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Kartana
Kartana is weak to Fire, Fighting-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Kartana as Raid Counter
Kartana is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Kartana
Kartana can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
Walking Kartana as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.
Kartana Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Kartana in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Kartana from raids or eggs will show 2,101 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Kartana is a Grass/Steel-type Pokemon with a stat total of 644. With its high Attack stat (323), Kartana is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Kartana's double weakness to Fire-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Kartana very quickly.
Kartana's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Snow 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Kartana much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Kartana?
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Verdict
Highly Recommended
Kartana is a top-tier Grass-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #4 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 4,156 at level 50 and base stats of 323/182/139 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Razor Leaf and Leaf Blade for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Grass-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.