Kyurem (Black)
Dragon/Ice-type, Generation 5. Ranked #2 among Ice-type raid attackers (Tier S). #37 in Master League.
Best moveset
- Raids & gyms
- Dragon Tail Blizzard 18.1 DPS
- Master League
- Shadow Claw Blizzard 58.64% wins
Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Blizzard costs 100 energy for 130 power.
Type effectiveness
Damage Kyurem (Black) takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 738
- Buddy distance
- 20.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 100,000 Dust + 100 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 2,631 CP
Kyurem (Black) moves
2 fast · 5 charged
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Tail Best STAB | Dragon | 14 | 8 | 1.0s | 14 | 8 |
| Shadow Claw | Ghost | 6 | 4 | 0.5s | 12 | 8 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blizzard Best STAB | Ice | 130 | 100 | 3.0s | 43.3 | 1.30 |
| Fusion Bolt | Electric | 140 | 100 | 2.0s | 70 | 1.40 |
| Iron Head | Steel | 60 | 50 | 2.0s | 30 | 1.20 |
| Outrage STAB | Dragon | 110 | 50 | 4.0s | 27.5 | 2.20 |
| Stone Edge | Rock | 105 | 100 | 2.5s | 42 | 1.05 |
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | Turns | DPT | EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Tail | Dragon | 9 | 12 | 2 | 4.50 | 6.00 |
| Shadow Claw | Ghost | 6 | 8 | 1 | 6.00 | 8.00 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blizzard | Ice | 140 | 75 | 1.87 | — |
| Fusion Bolt | Electric | 90 | 45 | 2.00 | — |
| Iron Head | Steel | 70 | 50 | 1.40 | — |
| Outrage | Dragon | 110 | 60 | 1.83 | — |
| Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 55 | 1.82 | — |
Moveset analysis
For raids and gyms, Kyurem (Black) runs Dragon Tail with Blizzard — 18.1 DPS and 465 TDO as a Ice-type attacker. It also covers the Electric slot with Dragon Tail and Fusion Bolt.
In Master League it runs Shadow Claw and Blizzard. PvP movesets favour energy generation and shield pressure over raw damage, which is why they often differ from the raid set.
The highest-damage fast move is Dragon Tail (14 DPS); Dragon Tail builds energy fastest (8 EPS).
Rankings
Where Kyurem (Black) places in raids and PvP
Raid attacker
| Type | Rank | Tier | DPS | TDO | Moveset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice | #2 | S | 18.1 | 465 | Dragon Tail Blizzard |
| Electric | #7 | A | 18.5 | 475 | Dragon Tail Fusion Bolt |
| Rock | #10 | B | 16.1 | 415 | Dragon Tail Stone Edge |
| Ghost | #17 | B | 16.1 | 414 | Shadow Claw Fusion Bolt |
| Dragon | #18 | B | 17.5 | 452 | Dragon Tail Outrage |
| Steel | #18 | B | 15.2 | 392 | Dragon Tail Iron Head |
GO Battle League
| League | Rank | Tier | Win rate | Moveset | Ideal IVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master League | #37 | C | 58.64% | Shadow Claw Blizzard | 15/15/15 |
Evolution
Kyurem (Black) does not evolve.
Costumes & special forms 2
Raids
- Raid tier
- 5-Star
- Shiny
- Can be shiny after the raid
- Raid guide
- Full Kyurem (Black) raid guide
Best counters against Kyurem (Black)
Use Kyurem (Black) against
Raid bosses where it ranks as a top counter
How to get Kyurem (Black)
- Raids
- 5-Star raid boss
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 119 | 3,980 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 119 | 4,309 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 2,596 | 2,697 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 3,230 | 3,355 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 2,596 | 2,697 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 1,963 | 2,039 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 2,596 | 2,697 |
Is Kyurem (Black) good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Kyurem (Black) is a Tier S Ice-type attacker at rank #2, so the Stardust pays for itself in raid damage. Take it to level 40 first; XL Candy to 50 only matters once you already have a full team of six.
- Attack is its highest stat (310), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
- A second charged move costs 100,000 Dust and 100 Candy, and with 5 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
- Its moves get a damage boost in Snow and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.
CP by level
Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 1 | 65 |
| Lv 2 | 204 |
| Lv 3 | 343 |
| Lv 4 | 482 |
| Lv 5 | 621 |
| Lv 6 | 760 |
| Lv 7 | 899 |
| Lv 8 | 1,038 |
| Lv 9 | 1,177 |
| Lv 10 | 1,316 |
| Lv 11 | 1,447 |
| Lv 12 | 1,579 |
| Lv 13 | 1,710 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 1,842 |
| Lv 15 | 1,973 |
| Lv 16 | 2,105 |
| Lv 17 | 2,237 |
| Lv 18 | 2,368 |
| Lv 19 | 2,500 |
| Lv 20 | 2,631 |
| Lv 21 | 2,763 |
| Lv 22 | 2,894 |
| Lv 23 | 3,026 |
| Lv 24 | 3,158 |
| Lv 25 | 3,289 |
| Lv 26 | 3,421 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 3,553 |
| Lv 28 | 3,684 |
| Lv 29 | 3,816 |
| Lv 30 | 3,947 |
| Lv 31 | 4,013 |
| Lv 32 | 4,079 |
| Lv 33 | 4,145 |
| Lv 34 | 4,210 |
| Lv 35 | 4,276 |
| Lv 36 | 4,342 |
| Lv 37 | 4,408 |
| Lv 38 | 4,474 |
| Lv 39 | 4,539 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 4,605 |
| Lv 41 | 4,664 |
| Lv 42 | 4,722 |
| Lv 43 | 4,782 |
| Lv 44 | 4,841 |
| Lv 45 | 4,901 |
| Lv 46 | 4,961 |
| Lv 47 | 5,022 |
| Lv 48 | 5,083 |
| Lv 49 | 5,145 |
| Lv 50 | 5,206 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0646
- Form
- Black
- Height
- 3.30 m
- Weight
- 325.00 kg
- Buddy size
- Big
- Candy to evolve
- 25
- Family forms
- 3 released forms
- Game ID
- V0646_POKEMON_KYUREM_BLACK
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Kyurem (Black) in Pokemon GO?
Kyurem (Black)'s best moveset is Dragon Tail (fast) with Blizzard (charged), worth 18.1 DPS as a Ice-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
For PvP, run Shadow Claw and Blizzard instead — league movesets prioritise energy generation and shield pressure over raw DPS.
What are Kyurem (Black)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Kyurem (Black) takes super effective damage from Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Rock, Steel-type moves. It resists Electric, Grass, Water, so avoid those types against it.
What is Kyurem (Black)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Kyurem (Black) reaches 5,206 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 4,605 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.
Is Kyurem (Black) good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Kyurem (Black) is ranked #37 (Tier C) in Master League with a 58.64% win rate.
In CP-capped leagues a lower Attack IV lets you reach a higher level under the cap, so the ideal spread for Master League is 15/15/15 rather than a hundo.
Unlocking the second charged move is the highest-value upgrade: it lets Kyurem (Black) bait shields instead of committing to one attack.
What CP is a 100% IV Kyurem (Black)?
A perfect 15/15/15 Kyurem (Black) shows 2,631 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 3,289 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.
How do you get Kyurem (Black) in Pokemon GO?
Kyurem (Black) spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It is currently a 5-Star Raids raid boss.
Can Kyurem (Black) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Kyurem (Black) depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.