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Litwick

Max CP
1,138
Best
Ember
Heat Wave
Sunny Fog

Litwick is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#607, Generation 5). With a max CP of 1,138 and base stats of 108/98/137 (Atk/Def/Sta), Litwick has a total stat product of 343.

Litwick is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fighting, Normal, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel-type attacks. Litwick is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
1,138
Lv.40: 1,006 Lv.50: 1,138
Attack 108
Defense 98
Stamina 137
Total 343
Buddy 5.0 km Gen 5 · Unova 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Moves

Fast Moves

Ghost
Astonish STAB
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog
Fire
Ember STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Fire
28
DPS
70.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Fire
Flame Charge STAB Buff
17.5
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 4.0s DUR
Fire
Heat Wave STAB
31.7
DPS
95.0 PWR 100 EN 3.0s DUR
Fire
Mystical Fire STAB Buff
30
DPS
60.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Ember (10 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Lampent Pokemon GO
Lampent
100 Candy
Unova Stone
Chandelure Pokemon GO
Chandelure

Raid Guide

Litwick as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Litwick is not currently available as a raid boss. When Litwick returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Litwick from raids would have 575 CP at level 20, or 719 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Litwick

Litwick is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Litwick

Litwick can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Litwick is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Litwick knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Litwick as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Litwick Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
22 – 870 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
22 – 942 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
543 – 589 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
676 – 733 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
543 – 589 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
411 – 445 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
543 – 589 CP

A 100% IV Litwick from raids or eggs will show 575 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Litwick is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokemon with a stat total of 343. With its bulk spread of 98 Defense and 137 Stamina, Litwick has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves when using Litwick. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Litwick's performance.

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

Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Litwick much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Litwick?

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
Litwick is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokemon with base stats of 108/98/137 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,138. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Litwick 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 Litwick 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 Litwick in Pokemon GO?
Litwick has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Litwick's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Litwick is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. On the other hand, Litwick resists Bug, Fighting, Normal, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel-type attacks.
What is Litwick's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Litwick's maximum CP is 1,138 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 1,006 at level 40. A 100% IV Litwick caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 575 CP, or 719 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Litwick?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Litwick has the following CP at key levels: 431 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 575 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 719 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,138 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Litwick better than regular?
Shadow Litwick deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Litwick 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 Litwick comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Litwick in Pokemon GO?
Litwick can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Litwick can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 14 CP
L5 135 CP
L10 287 CP
L15 431 CP
L20 575 CP
L25 719 CP
L30 863 CP
L35 934 CP
L40 1,006 CP
L50 1,138 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #607
Generation Gen 5
Region Unova
Height 0.30 m
Weight 3.10 kg
Buddy Distance 5.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 5,000 Dust / 5 Candy