#0642 Legendary Therian

Thundurus (Therian)

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

Max CP 4,137 Bite + Wildbolt Storm Rainy Windy
Thundurus (Therian) Pokemon GO sprite

Thundurus (Therian) is a Legendary Electric/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#642, Generation 5). With a max CP of 4,137 and base stats of 295/161/188 (Atk/Def/Sta), Thundurus (Therian) has a total stat product of 644. Thundurus (Therian)'s best moveset is Bite and Wildbolt Storm, making it a competitive Dark-type attacker for raids.

Thundurus (Therian) is weak to Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Bug, Fighting, Flying, Grass, Ground, Steel-type attacks. Thundurus (Therian) is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
4,137
Lv.40: 3,659 Lv.50: 4,137
Attack 295
Defense 161
Stamina 188
Total 644
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 5 · Unova 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Dark type
Dark type
Dark Attacker
S
#1
20.5
DPS
405
TDO
0 type Bite
Electric type Wildbolt Storm
Electric type
Electric type
Electric Attacker
S
#1
22.8
DPS
450
TDO
0 type Volt Switch
Electric type Wildbolt Storm
Electric type
Electric type
Electric Attacker
A
#4
19.2
DPS
379
TDO
0 type Volt Switch
Electric type Wildbolt Storm
Dark type
Dark type
Dark Attacker
B
#9
17.1
DPS
338
TDO
0 type Bite
Electric type Wildbolt Storm
Fighting type
Fighting type
Fighting Attacker
B
#10
17.5
DPS
346
TDO
0 type Volt Switch
Fighting type Focus Blast
Poison type
Poison type
Poison Attacker
B
#11
15.4
DPS
304
TDO
0 type Volt Switch
Poison type Sludge Wave

Moves

Fast Moves

Dark
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog
Electric
8.7
DPS
13.0 PWR 20 EN 1.5s DUR 13.3 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

Fighting
40
DPS
140.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR
Poison
35
DPS
105.0 PWR 100 EN 3.0s DUR
Electric
Thunder STAB
40
DPS
100.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Electric
32
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Electric
Wildbolt Storm STAB Elite Buff
60
DPS
150.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Thundurus (Therian)'s best offensive moveset is Bite combined with Wildbolt Storm, achieving 20.5 DPS and 405 TDO as a Dark-type attacker (ranked #1, Tier S). Alternatively, Thundurus (Therian) can serve as a Electric-type attacker with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm (#1, Tier S).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Bite (12 DPS), while Volt Switch generates energy the fastest (13.3 EPS). Note that Wildbolt Storm is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Raid Guide

Thundurus (Therian) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Thundurus (Therian) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Thundurus (Therian) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Thundurus (Therian) from raids would have 2091 CP at level 20, or 2614 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Thundurus (Therian)

Thundurus (Therian) is weak to Ice, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Thundurus (Therian)

Thundurus (Therian) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

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

Thundurus (Therian) Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
93 – 3,163 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
93 – 3,424 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
2,052 – 2,143 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,553 – 2,666 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
2,052 – 2,143 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,552 – 1,620 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
2,052 – 2,143 CP

A 100% IV Thundurus (Therian) from raids or eggs will show 2,091 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Thundurus (Therian) is a Electric/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 644. With its high Attack stat (295), Thundurus (Therian) is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Ice, Rock-type moves when using Thundurus (Therian). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Thundurus (Therian)'s performance.

Thundurus (Therian)'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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Thundurus (Therian) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Thundurus (Therian)?

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
Thundurus (Therian) is a top-tier Dark-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #1 overall with a Tier S rating. With a max CP of 4,137 at level 50 and base stats of 295/161/188 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Bite and Wildbolt Storm for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Dark-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Thundurus (Therian) in Pokemon GO?
Thundurus (Therian)'s best moveset is Bite (fast) and Wildbolt Storm (charged), providing 20.5 DPS as a Dark-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 Thundurus (Therian)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Thundurus (Therian) is weak to Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Thundurus (Therian) resists Bug, Fighting, Flying, Grass, Ground, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Thundurus (Therian) 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 Thundurus (Therian)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Thundurus (Therian)'s maximum CP is 4,137 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,659 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. Thundurus (Therian)'s CP is calculated from its base stats: 295 Attack, 161 Defense, and 188 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 Thundurus (Therian) caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,091 CP, or 2,614 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Thundurus (Therian)?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Thundurus (Therian) has the following CP at key levels: 1,568 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,091 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,614 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 4,137 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Thundurus (Therian), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Thundurus (Therian) 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 Thundurus (Therian) in Pokemon GO?
Thundurus (Therian) can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Thundurus (Therian) can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Thundurus (Therian) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Thundurus (Therian)'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 Thundurus (Therian) availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 51 CP
L5 493 CP
L10 1,045 CP
L15 1,568 CP
L20 2,091 CP
L25 2,614 CP
L30 3,137 CP
L35 3,398 CP
L40 3,659 CP
L50 4,137 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #642
Generation Gen 5
Region Unova
Height 3.00 m
Weight 61.00 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