Zacian (Hero)
Fairy-type, Generation 8. Ranked #18 among Fairy-type raid attackers (Tier C).
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 (Hero) takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- 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
Zacian (Hero) 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 | 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 | 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 (Hero) 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 (Hero) places in raids and PvP
Raid attacker
| Type | Rank | Tier | DPS | TDO | Moveset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairy | #18 | C | 13.7 | 276 | Snarl Play Rough |
Evolution
Zacian (Hero) does not evolve.
Costumes & special forms 2
Raids
- Raid tier
- 5-Star
- Shiny
- Can be shiny after the raid
- Raid guide
- Full Zacian (Hero) raid guide
Best counters against Zacian (Hero)
How to get Zacian (Hero)
- 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 (Hero) good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
At Tier C (rank #18 as a Fairy-type attacker) there are better options for the same Stardust. Keep a good specimen, skip the power-up unless Zacian (Hero) 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 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
- Form
- Hero
- Height
- 2.80 m
- Weight
- 110.00 kg
- Buddy size
- Big
- Family forms
- 3 released forms
- Game ID
- V0888_POKEMON_ZACIAN_HERO
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Zacian (Hero) in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Hero)'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 (Hero)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Hero) takes super effective damage from Poison, Steel-type moves. It resists Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fighting, so avoid those types against it.
What is Zacian (Hero)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Hero) 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 (Hero)?
A perfect 15/15/15 Zacian (Hero) 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 (Hero) in Pokemon GO?
Zacian (Hero) 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 (Hero) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Zacian (Hero) 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.