Zacian Pokemon GO — 5-Star Raids Raid, Catch CP 2,152-2,243

Q: Is Zacian good in Pokemon GO?

Zacian ranks #17 as a Fairy-type attacker at Tier C, so there are stronger options for the same Stardust. Keep a high-IV one and skip the power-up.

Q: What is the best moveset for Zacian in Pokemon GO?

Zacian's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Snarl and Play Rough. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

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

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

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

Zacian's maximum CP is 4,329 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,829 at level 40. Its base stats are 254 Attack, 236 Defense, and 192 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 682. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Zacian?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Zacian has 2188 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2735 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 4,329 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Zacian showing 2188 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Zacian in Pokemon GO?

Zacian can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, defeating it as a 5-Star Raids raid boss, and trading with other trainers. Walking Zacian as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Q: Can Zacian be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Zacian 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

Raids & gyms: Snarl Play Rough 13.7 DPS

Same-type attack bonus on Play Rough. Play Rough costs 50 energy for 90 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Zacian takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fire1.6× Ground1.6×

Resists

Dragon0.39× Bug0.39× Dark0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Normal0.625× Poison0.625× Psychic0.625× Rock0.625×

Base stats

Attack 254

Defense 236

Stamina 192

Stat total: 682
Buddy distance: 20.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 100,000 Dust + 100 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 2,188 CP

Editor's notes

Zacian is a Legendary Fairy/Steel-type Pokémon with a max CP of 4,329. It ranks among the better Fairy-type attackers (#17), a solid budget option if you don't have the premium picks.

Its best all-round moveset is Snarl paired with Play Rough. Just keep it away from Fire and Ground damage, which it takes super-effectively.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Zacian is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Zacian moves

4 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Fire Fang	Fire	13	9	1.0s	13	9
Metal Claw STAB	Steel	6	5	0.5s	12	10
Quick Attack	Normal	10	13	1.0s	10	13
Snarl Best	Dark	11	13	1.0s	11	13

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Close Combat	Fighting	105	100	2.5s	42	1.05
Iron Head STAB	Steel	60	50	2.0s	30	1.20
Play Rough Best STAB	Fairy	90	50	3.0s	30	1.80
Wild Charge	Electric	90	50	2.5s	36	1.80

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Fire Fang	Fire	8	6	1	8.00	6.00
Metal Claw	Steel	5	7	1	5.00	7.00
Quick Attack	Normal	5	8	1	5.00	8.00
Snarl	Dark	5	13	2	2.50	6.50

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Close Combat	Fighting	100	45	2.22	Buff / debuff
Iron Head	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
Play Rough	Fairy	90	60	1.50	—
Wild Charge	Electric	100	45	2.22	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

For raids and gyms, Zacian runs Snarl with Play Rough — 13.7 DPS and 276 TDO as a Fairy-type attacker.

The highest-damage fast move is Fire Fang (13 DPS); Quick Attack builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Rankings

Where Zacian places in raids and PvP

Raid attacker

Type	Rank	Tier	DPS	TDO	Moveset
Fairy	#17	C	13.7	276	Snarl Play Rough

Evolution

Zacian does not evolve.

Costumes & special forms 2

Zacian (Crowned sword) Crowned sword

Zacian (Hero) Hero

Raids

In raids now

Raid tier: 5-Star
Shiny: Can be shiny after the raid
Raid guide: Full Zacian raid guide

Counter rankings for Zacian are still being computed.

How to get Zacian

Raids: 5-Star raid boss
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	98	3,310
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	98	3,583
Raid Catch	Lv 20	2,152	2,243
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	2,678	2,790
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	2,152	2,243
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,627	1,696
GO Battle League	Lv 20	2,152	2,243

Is Zacian good in Pokemon GO?

Low priority

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

At Tier C (rank #17 as a Fairy-type attacker) there are better options for the same Stardust. Keep a good specimen, skip the power-up unless Zacian is a favourite.

Attack is its highest stat (254), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 100,000 Dust and 100 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 Cloudy and 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	54
Lv 2	169
Lv 3	285
Lv 4	400
Lv 5	516
Lv 6	632
Lv 7	747
Lv 8	863
Lv 9	978
Lv 10	1,094
Lv 11	1,203
Lv 12	1,313
Lv 13	1,422

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,532
Lv 15	1,641
Lv 16	1,750
Lv 17	1,860
Lv 18	1,969
Lv 19	2,078
Lv 20	2,188
Lv 21	2,297
Lv 22	2,407
Lv 23	2,516
Lv 24	2,626
Lv 25	2,735
Lv 26	2,844

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	2,954
Lv 28	3,063
Lv 29	3,173
Lv 30	3,282
Lv 31	3,337
Lv 32	3,392
Lv 33	3,446
Lv 34	3,501
Lv 35	3,556
Lv 36	3,610
Lv 37	3,665
Lv 38	3,720
Lv 39	3,774

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	3,829
Lv 41	3,878
Lv 42	3,927
Lv 43	3,976
Lv 44	4,025
Lv 45	4,075
Lv 46	4,125
Lv 47	4,176
Lv 48	4,227
Lv 49	4,278
Lv 50	4,329

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0888
Height: 2.80 m
Weight: 110.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 3 released forms
Game ID: V0888_POKEMON_ZACIAN

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Zacian in Pokemon GO?

Zacian's best moveset is Snarl (fast) with Play Rough (charged), worth 13.7 DPS as a Fairy-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Zacian's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Zacian takes super effective damage from Fire, Ground-type moves. It resists Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, so avoid those types against it.

What is Zacian's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Zacian reaches 4,329 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 3,829 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 Zacian?

A perfect 15/15/15 Zacian shows 2,188 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,735 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 Zacian in Pokemon GO?

Zacian spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It is currently a 5-Star Raids raid boss. It can be traded between trainers.

Can Zacian be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Zacian 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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