How do you get Lokix in Pokemon GO?

Lokix can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Lokix as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

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Lokix

Q: What are Lokix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Lokix is a Bug/Dark-type Pokemon weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Lokix, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Lokix resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ground-type moves.

Q: What is Lokix's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Lokix's maximum CP is 2,619 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,317 at level 40. Its base stats are 199 Attack, 144 Defense, and 174 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 517. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Lokix?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Lokix has 1323 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1655 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,619 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Lokix showing 1323 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Lokix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Lokix availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

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

Bug Dark

Max CP 2,619 Counter + Trailblaze Fog Rainy

Nymble | Pawmi

Lokix is a Bug/Dark-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Paldea region (#920, Generation 9). With a max CP of 2,619 and base stats of 199/144/174 (Atk/Def/Sta), Lokix has a total stat product of 517.

Lokix is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves. It resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ground-type attacks. Lokix is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

2,619

Lv.40: 2,317 Lv.50: 2,619

Attack 199

Defense 144

Stamina 174

Total 517

Buddy 1.0 km Gen 9 · Paldea 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Bug Bite STAB

DPS

5.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Rainy

Counter

DPS

13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Cloudy

Sucker Punch STAB

DPS

5.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Bug Buzz STAB Buff

27.1

DPS

95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Dark Pulse STAB

26.7

DPS

80.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Trailblaze Buff

32.5

DPS

65.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

X Scissor STAB

DPS

45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Counter (13 DPS), while Bug Bite generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).

Evolution

Nymble

50 Candy

Lokix

Forms & Variants

Nymble

Lokix

Raid Guide

Lokix as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Lokix is not currently available as a raid boss. When Lokix returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Lokix from raids would have 1323 CP at level 20, or 1655 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Lokix

Mega Blaziken

Fire Spin + Blast Burn

Fire Spin + Blast Burn

Air Slash + Hurricane

43.1 DPS

Shadow Tornadus (Therian)

Gust + Bleakwind Storm

42.1 DPS

Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)

Lokix is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Lokix

Lokix evolves from Nymble using 50 Candy.

Walking Lokix as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Lokix Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

57 – 2,002 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

57 – 2,168 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,286 – 1,357 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,600 – 1,688 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,286 – 1,357 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

973 – 1,026 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,286 – 1,357 CP

A 100% IV Lokix from raids or eggs will show 1,323 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Lokix is a Bug/Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 517. With its high Attack stat (199), Lokix is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves when using Lokix. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Lokix's performance.

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

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Lokix much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Lokix?

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
Lokix is a Bug/Dark-type Pokemon with base stats of 199/144/174 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,619. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Lokix 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 Lokix in Pokemon GO?

Lokix has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Lokix 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 Lokix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Lokix is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Lokix resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ground-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Lokix 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 Lokix's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Lokix's maximum CP is 2,619 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,317 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. Lokix's CP is calculated from its base stats: 199 Attack, 144 Defense, and 174 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 Lokix caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,323 CP, or 1,655 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Lokix?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Lokix has the following CP at key levels: 993 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,323 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,655 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,619 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Lokix, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Lokix 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 Lokix in Pokemon GO?

Lokix is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Nymble with 50 Candy). Lokix can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Lokix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Lokix'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 Lokix availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 32 CP

L5 312 CP

L10 662 CP

L15 993 CP

L20 1,323 CP

L25 1,655 CP

L30 1,986 CP

L35 2,151 CP

L40 2,317 CP

L50 2,619 CP

L1 32

L2 102

L3 172

L4 242

L5 312

L6 382

L7 452

L8 522

L9 592

L10 662

L11 728

L12 794

L13 860

L14 926

L15 993

L16 1,059

L17 1,125

L18 1,191

L19 1,257

L20 1,323

L21 1,390

L22 1,456

L23 1,522

L24 1,588

L25 1,655

L26 1,721

L27 1,787

L28 1,853

L29 1,919

L30 1,986

L31 2,019

L32 2,052

L33 2,085

L34 2,118

L35 2,151

L36 2,184

L37 2,217

L38 2,250

L39 2,283

L40 2,317

L41 2,346

L42 2,376

L43 2,405

L44 2,435

L45 2,465

L46 2,496

L47 2,526

L48 2,557

L49 2,588

L50 2,619

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #920

Generation Gen 9

Region Paldea

Height 1.00 m

Weight 17.50 kg

Buddy Distance 1.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy