#0484 Legendary Origin

Palkia (Origin)

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

Max CP 4,683 Dragon Tail + Hydro Pump Rainy Windy
Palkia (Origin) Pokemon GO sprite

Palkia (Origin) is a Legendary Water/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#484, Generation 4). With a max CP of 4,683 and base stats of 286/223/189 (Atk/Def/Sta), Palkia (Origin) has a total stat product of 698. Palkia (Origin)'s best moveset is Dragon Tail and Hydro Pump, making it a competitive Water-type attacker for raids.

Palkia (Origin) is weak to Dragon, Fairy-type moves. It resists Fire, Water, Steel-type attacks. Palkia (Origin) is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
4,683
Lv.40: 4,142 Lv.50: 4,683
Attack 286
Defense 223
Stamina 189
Total 698
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Water type
Water type
Water Attacker
S
#2
20.2
DPS
401
TDO
0 type Dragon Tail
Water type Hydro Pump
Dragon type
Dragon type
Dragon Attacker
S
#3
21.1
DPS
419
TDO
0 type Dragon Tail
Dragon type Draco Meteor
Fire type
Fire type
Fire Attacker
A
#7
18.5
DPS
367
TDO
0 type Dragon Tail
Fire type Fire Blast
Water type
Water type
Water Attacker
B
#9
16.6
DPS
329
TDO
0 type Dragon Breath
Water type Hydro Pump
Dragon type
Dragon type
Dragon Attacker
B
#17
17.4
DPS
345
TDO
0 type Dragon Breath
Dragon type Draco Meteor

Moves

Fast Moves

Dragon
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Dragon
14
DPS
14.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Water
Aqua Tail STAB
25
DPS
50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR
Dragon
Draco Meteor STAB Buff
42.9
DPS
150.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR
Fire
35
DPS
140.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Water
Hydro Pump STAB
38.6
DPS
135.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Palkia (Origin)'s best offensive moveset is Dragon Tail combined with Hydro Pump, achieving 20.2 DPS and 401 TDO as a Water-type attacker (ranked #2, Tier S). Alternatively, Palkia (Origin) can serve as a Dragon-type attacker with Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor (#3, Tier S).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Dragon Tail (14 DPS), while Dragon Breath generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).

Raid Guide

Palkia (Origin) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Palkia (Origin) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Palkia (Origin) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Palkia (Origin) from raids would have 2367 CP at level 20, or 2958 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Palkia (Origin)

Palkia (Origin) is weak to Dragon, Fairy-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Palkia (Origin)

Palkia (Origin) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Palkia (Origin) is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Palkia (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 Palkia (Origin) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Palkia (Origin) Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
107 – 3,580 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
107 – 3,876 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
2,331 – 2,426 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,900 – 3,018 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
2,331 – 2,426 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,763 – 1,834 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
2,331 – 2,426 CP

A 100% IV Palkia (Origin) from raids or eggs will show 2,367 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Palkia (Origin) is a Water/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 698. With its high Attack stat (286), Palkia (Origin) is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Dragon, Fairy-type moves when using Palkia (Origin). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Palkia (Origin)'s performance.

Palkia (Origin)'s moves get a damage boost in Rainy 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 Palkia (Origin) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Palkia (Origin)?

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

Highly Recommended
Palkia (Origin) is a top-tier Water-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #2 overall with a Tier S rating. With a max CP of 4,683 at level 50 and base stats of 286/223/189 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Dragon Tail and Hydro Pump for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Water-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Palkia (Origin) in Pokemon GO?
Palkia (Origin)'s best moveset is Dragon Tail (fast) and Hydro Pump (charged), providing 20.2 DPS as a Water-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.
What are Palkia (Origin)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Palkia (Origin) is weak to Dragon, Fairy-type moves. On the other hand, Palkia (Origin) resists Fire, Water, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Palkia (Origin) 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 Palkia (Origin)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Palkia (Origin)'s maximum CP is 4,683 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 4,142 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. Palkia (Origin)'s CP is calculated from its base stats: 286 Attack, 223 Defense, and 189 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 Palkia (Origin) caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,367 CP, or 2,958 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Palkia (Origin)?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Palkia (Origin) has the following CP at key levels: 1,775 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,367 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,958 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 4,683 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Palkia (Origin), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Palkia (Origin) 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 Palkia (Origin) in Pokemon GO?
Palkia (Origin) can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Palkia (Origin) can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Palkia (Origin) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Palkia (Origin)'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 Palkia (Origin) availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 58 CP
L5 558 CP
L10 1,183 CP
L15 1,775 CP
L20 2,367 CP
L25 2,958 CP
L30 3,550 CP
L35 3,846 CP
L40 4,142 CP
L50 4,683 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #484
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 6.30 m
Weight 660.00 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 20,000 Dust / 20 Candy