Zacian (Crowned sword)
Fairy/Steel-type, Generation 8. Ranked #1 among Fairy-type raid attackers (Tier S). #16 in Master League.
Best moveset
- Raids & gyms
- Metal Claw Play Rough 18.6 DPS
- Master League
- Metal Claw Close Combat 68.39% wins
Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Play Rough costs 50 energy for 90 power.
Type effectiveness
Damage Zacian (Crowned sword) takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 764
- Buddy distance
- 20.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 100,000 Dust + 100 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 2,845 CP
Zacian (Crowned sword) moves
2 fast · 3 charged
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Slash | Flying | 12 | 8 | 1.0s | 12 | 8 |
| Metal Claw Best STAB | Steel | 6 | 5 | 0.5s | 12 | 10 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Close Combat | Fighting | 105 | 100 | 2.5s | 42 | 1.05 |
| Giga Impact | Normal | 200 | 100 | 4.5s | 44.4 | 2.00 |
| Play Rough Best STAB | Fairy | 90 | 50 | 3.0s | 30 | 1.80 |
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | Turns | DPT | EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Slash | Flying | 9 | 9 | 2 | 4.50 | 4.50 |
| Metal Claw | Steel | 5 | 7 | 1 | 5.00 | 7.00 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Close Combat | Fighting | 100 | 45 | 2.22 | Buff / debuff |
| Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 80 | 1.88 | — |
| Play Rough | Fairy | 90 | 60 | 1.50 | — |
Moveset analysis
For raids and gyms, Zacian (Crowned sword) runs Metal Claw with Play Rough — 18.6 DPS and 375 TDO as a Fairy-type attacker. It also covers the Normal slot with Metal Claw and Giga Impact.
In Master League it runs Metal Claw and Close Combat. PvP movesets favour energy generation and shield pressure over raw damage, which is why they often differ from the raid set.
The highest-damage fast move is Air Slash (12 DPS); Metal Claw builds energy fastest (10 EPS).
Rankings
Where Zacian (Crowned sword) places in raids and PvP
Raid attacker
| Type | Rank | Tier | DPS | TDO | Moveset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairy | #1 | S | 18.6 | 375 | Metal Claw Play Rough |
| Normal | #4 | A | 19.6 | 394 | Metal Claw Giga Impact |
| Steel | #10 | A | 16.6 | 333 | Metal Claw Close Combat |
| Flying | #18 | A | 16.8 | 338 | Air Slash Giga Impact |
| Fighting | #21 | C | 16.6 | 333 | Metal Claw Close Combat |
GO Battle League
| League | Rank | Tier | Win rate | Moveset | Ideal IVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master League | #16 | B | 68.39% | Metal Claw Close Combat | 15/15/15 |
Evolution
Zacian (Crowned sword) does not evolve.
Costumes & special forms 2
Raids
- Status
- Zacian (Crowned sword) is not in the current raid rotation
Best counters against Zacian (Crowned sword)
Use Zacian (Crowned sword) against
Raid bosses where it ranks as a top counter
How to get Zacian (Crowned sword)
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 130 | 4,303 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 130 | 4,659 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 2,811 | 2,916 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 3,497 | 3,627 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 2,811 | 2,916 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 2,125 | 2,205 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 2,811 | 2,916 |
Is Zacian (Crowned sword) good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Zacian (Crowned sword) is a Tier S Fairy-type attacker at rank #1, so the Stardust pays for itself in raid damage. Take it to level 40 first; XL Candy to 50 only matters once you already have a full team of six.
- Attack is its highest stat (332), 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 3 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 | 70 |
| Lv 2 | 220 |
| Lv 3 | 371 |
| Lv 4 | 521 |
| Lv 5 | 671 |
| Lv 6 | 821 |
| Lv 7 | 972 |
| Lv 8 | 1,122 |
| Lv 9 | 1,272 |
| Lv 10 | 1,423 |
| Lv 11 | 1,565 |
| Lv 12 | 1,707 |
| Lv 13 | 1,849 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 1,991 |
| Lv 15 | 2,134 |
| Lv 16 | 2,276 |
| Lv 17 | 2,418 |
| Lv 18 | 2,560 |
| Lv 19 | 2,703 |
| Lv 20 | 2,845 |
| Lv 21 | 2,987 |
| Lv 22 | 3,129 |
| Lv 23 | 3,272 |
| Lv 24 | 3,414 |
| Lv 25 | 3,556 |
| Lv 26 | 3,699 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 3,841 |
| Lv 28 | 3,983 |
| Lv 29 | 4,125 |
| Lv 30 | 4,268 |
| Lv 31 | 4,339 |
| Lv 32 | 4,410 |
| Lv 33 | 4,481 |
| Lv 34 | 4,552 |
| Lv 35 | 4,623 |
| Lv 36 | 4,694 |
| Lv 37 | 4,765 |
| Lv 38 | 4,837 |
| Lv 39 | 4,908 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 4,979 |
| Lv 41 | 5,042 |
| Lv 42 | 5,106 |
| Lv 43 | 5,170 |
| Lv 44 | 5,234 |
| Lv 45 | 5,299 |
| Lv 46 | 5,364 |
| Lv 47 | 5,430 |
| Lv 48 | 5,496 |
| Lv 49 | 5,562 |
| Lv 50 | 5,629 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0888
- Form
- Crowned sword
- Height
- 2.80 m
- Weight
- 110.00 kg
- Buddy size
- Big
- Family forms
- 3 released forms
- Game ID
- V0888_POKEMON_ZACIAN_CROWNED_SWORD
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Zacian (Crowned sword) in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Crowned sword)'s best moveset is Metal Claw (fast) with Play Rough (charged), worth 18.6 DPS as a Fairy-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
What are Zacian (Crowned sword)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Crowned sword) 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 (Crowned sword)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Crowned sword) reaches 5,629 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 4,979 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.
Is Zacian (Crowned sword) good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Crowned sword) is ranked #16 (Tier B) in Master League with a 68.39% win rate.
In CP-capped leagues a lower Attack IV lets you reach a higher level under the cap, so the ideal spread for Master League is 15/15/15 rather than a hundo.
Unlocking the second charged move is the highest-value upgrade: it lets Zacian (Crowned sword) bait shields instead of committing to one attack.
What CP is a 100% IV Zacian (Crowned sword)?
A perfect 15/15/15 Zacian (Crowned sword) shows 2,845 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 3,556 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 (Crowned sword) in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Crowned sword) spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.
Can Zacian (Crowned sword) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Zacian (Crowned sword) 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.