Vulpix (Alola) Pokemon GO — 1-Star Raids Raid, Catch CP 474-517

Q: Is Vulpix (Alola) good in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 998 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Vulpix (Alola) in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Vulpix (Alola)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) is a Ice-type Pokemon weak to Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Vulpix (Alola), use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Vulpix (Alola) resists Ice-type moves.

Q: What is Vulpix (Alola)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola)'s maximum CP is 998 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 883 at level 40. Its base stats are 96 Attack, 109 Defense, and 116 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 321. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Vulpix (Alola)?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Vulpix (Alola) has 504 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 631 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 998 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Vulpix (Alola) showing 504 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Vulpix (Alola) in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, defeating it as a 1-Star Raids raid boss, rescuing Shadow Vulpix (Alola) from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Vulpix (Alola) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Vulpix (Alola) be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Vulpix (Alola) 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

Highest damage: Zen Headbutt Blizzard

Same-type attack bonus on Blizzard. Blizzard costs 100 energy for 130 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Vulpix (Alola) takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fighting1.6× Fire1.6× Rock1.6× Steel1.6×

Resists

Ice0.625×

Base stats

Attack 96

Defense 109

Stamina 116

Stat total: 321
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 504 CP

Editor's notes

Vulpix (Alola) is not a GO Battle League staple, but it still has a place for collectors and raiders.

As a Ice-type Pokémon with 96/109/116 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Vulpix (Alola) is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Vulpix (Alola) moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Powder Snow STAB	Ice	6	15	1.0s	6	15
Zen Headbutt Best	Psychic	11	9	1.0s	11	9

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Blizzard Best STAB	Ice	130	100	3.0s	43.3	1.30
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	3.0s	26.7	1.60
Ice Beam STAB	Ice	95	50	3.5s	27.1	1.90
Weather Ball Ice STAB	Ice	55	33	1.5s	36.7	1.67

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Powder Snow	Ice	6	8	1	6.00	8.00
Zen Headbutt	Psychic	8	6	2	4.00	3.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Blizzard	Ice	140	75	1.87	—
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	1.60	—
Ice Beam	Ice	90	55	1.64	—
Weather Ball Ice	Ice	60	35	1.71	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Zen Headbutt (11 DPS); Powder Snow builds energy fastest (15 EPS).

Evolution

Vulpix 50 Candy

Ninetales

Vulpix (Alola) 50 Candy

Ninetales (Alola)

Family

Vulpix

Ninetales

Vulpix (Alola) This page Alola

Ninetales (Alola) Alola

Shadow forms Shadow Vulpix Shadow Ninetales

Raids

In raids now

Raid tier: 1-Star
Shiny: Can be shiny after the raid
Raid guide: Full Vulpix (Alola) raid guide

Best counters against Vulpix (Alola)

1

Mega BlazikenMega CounterAura Sphere 64.8DPS 2,267TDO 2

Mega LucarioMega Force PalmAura Sphere 64.3DPS 2,112TDO 3

Blacephalon Incinerate491 59.9DPS 1,379TDO 4

Mega Charizard YMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 58.9DPS 2,535TDO 5

Shadow ChandelureShadow Fire SpinOverheat 57.2DPS 1,470TDO 6

Shadow BlazikenShadow CounterAura Sphere 56.5DPS 1,384TDO

Counters carrying Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel moves deal the most damage. See all 10 counters

How to get Vulpix (Alola)

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Raids: 1-Star raid boss
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Vulpix (Alola) knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	19	763
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	19	826
Raid Catch	Lv 20	474	517
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	590	643
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	474	517
Research Encounter	Lv 15	359	391
GO Battle League	Lv 20	474	517

Is Vulpix (Alola) good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Vulpix (Alola) has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (109 Defense / 116 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Snow weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	12
Lv 2	39
Lv 3	65
Lv 4	92
Lv 5	119
Lv 6	145
Lv 7	172
Lv 8	199
Lv 9	225
Lv 10	252
Lv 11	277
Lv 12	303
Lv 13	328

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	353
Lv 15	378
Lv 16	403
Lv 17	429
Lv 18	454
Lv 19	479
Lv 20	504
Lv 21	530
Lv 22	555
Lv 23	580
Lv 24	605
Lv 25	631
Lv 26	656

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	681
Lv 28	706
Lv 29	732
Lv 30	757
Lv 31	770
Lv 32	782
Lv 33	795
Lv 34	807
Lv 35	820
Lv 36	833
Lv 37	845
Lv 38	858
Lv 39	870

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	883
Lv 41	894
Lv 42	906
Lv 43	917
Lv 44	928
Lv 45	940
Lv 46	951
Lv 47	963
Lv 48	975
Lv 49	987
Lv 50	998

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0037
Form: Alola
Height: 0.60 m
Weight: 9.90 kg
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0037_POKEMON_VULPIX_ALOLA

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Vulpix (Alola) in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola)'s best moveset is Zen Headbutt (fast) with Blizzard (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Vulpix (Alola)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) takes super effective damage from Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel-type moves. It resists Ice, so avoid those types against it.

What is Vulpix (Alola)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) reaches 998 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 883 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Vulpix (Alola)?

A perfect 15/15/15 Vulpix (Alola) shows 504 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 631 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 Vulpix (Alola) in Pokemon GO?

Vulpix (Alola) spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It is currently a 1-Star Raids raid boss. It can be traded between trainers.

Can Vulpix (Alola) be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Vulpix (Alola) 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.

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