Zapdos (Galarian)
Fighting/Flying-type, Generation 1. Ranked #5 among Flying-type raid attackers (Tier S). #20 in Master League.
Best moveset
- Raids & gyms
- Low Kick Fly 18.7 DPS
- Master League
- Low Kick Brave Bird 66.43% wins
Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Fly costs 50 energy for 90 power.
Type effectiveness
Damage Zapdos (Galarian) takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 648
- Buddy distance
- 20.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 100,000 Dust + 100 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 2,027 CP
Zapdos (Galarian) moves
2 fast · 4 charged
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counter STAB | Fighting | 13 | 9 | 1.0s | 13 | 9 |
| Low Kick Best STAB | Fighting | 5 | 5 | 0.5s | 10 | 10 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Power | Rock | 70 | 33 | 3.5s | 20 | 2.12 |
| Brave Bird STAB | Flying | 130 | 100 | 2.0s | 65 | 1.30 |
| Close Combat STAB | Fighting | 105 | 100 | 2.5s | 42 | 1.05 |
| Fly Best STAB | Flying | 90 | 50 | 2.0s | 45 | 1.80 |
Fast moves
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 45 | 1.33 | Buff / debuff |
| Brave Bird | Flying | 130 | 55 | 2.36 | Buff / debuff |
| Close Combat | Fighting | 100 | 45 | 2.22 | Buff / debuff |
| Fly | Flying | 80 | 45 | 1.78 | — |
Moveset analysis
For raids and gyms, Zapdos (Galarian) runs Low Kick with Fly — 18.7 DPS and 407 TDO as a Flying-type attacker. It also covers the Fighting slot with Counter and Close Combat.
In Great League it runs Low Kick and Brave Bird. In Ultra League it runs Low Kick and Brave Bird. In Ultra League it runs Low Kick and Brave Bird. In Master League it runs Low Kick and Brave Bird. In Master League it runs Low Kick and Brave Bird. 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 Counter (13 DPS); Low Kick builds energy fastest (10 EPS).
Rankings
Where Zapdos (Galarian) places in raids and PvP
Raid attacker
| Type | Rank | Tier | DPS | TDO | Moveset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying | #5 | S | 18.7 | 407 | Low Kick Fly |
| Fighting | #26 | C | 16.5 | 358 | Counter Close Combat |
| Flying | #28 | B | 15.4 | 335 | Low Kick Fly |
GO Battle League
| League | Rank | Tier | Win rate | Moveset | Ideal IVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #42 | A | 61.91% | Low Kick Brave Bird | 0/8/14 |
| Ultra League | #32 | A | 66.42% | Low Kick Brave Bird | 0/14/14 |
| Ultra League | #33 | A | 66.00% | Low Kick Brave Bird | 1/15/15 |
| Master League | #20 | B | 66.43% | Low Kick Brave Bird | 15/15/15 |
| Master League | #39 | C | 57.83% | Low Kick Brave Bird | 15/15/15 |
Evolution
Raids
- Status
- Zapdos (Galarian) is not in the current raid rotation
Best counters against Zapdos (Galarian)
Use Zapdos (Galarian) against
Raid bosses where it ranks as a top counter
How to get Zapdos (Galarian)
- Team GO Rocket
- Shadow Zapdos (Galarian) knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
- Purification
- 20,000 Dust + 20 Candy → Return
- Trading
- Can be traded between trainers
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 91 | 3,067 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 91 | 3,320 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 1,991 | 2,078 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 2,477 | 2,585 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 1,991 | 2,078 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 1,506 | 1,571 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 1,991 | 2,078 |
Is Zapdos (Galarian) good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Zapdos (Galarian) is a Tier S Flying-type attacker at rank #5, 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 (252), 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 Windy weather — worth timing raids around.
CP by level
Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 1 | 50 |
| Lv 2 | 157 |
| Lv 3 | 264 |
| Lv 4 | 371 |
| Lv 5 | 478 |
| Lv 6 | 585 |
| Lv 7 | 692 |
| Lv 8 | 800 |
| Lv 9 | 907 |
| Lv 10 | 1,014 |
| Lv 11 | 1,115 |
| Lv 12 | 1,216 |
| Lv 13 | 1,318 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 1,419 |
| Lv 15 | 1,521 |
| Lv 16 | 1,622 |
| Lv 17 | 1,723 |
| Lv 18 | 1,825 |
| Lv 19 | 1,926 |
| Lv 20 | 2,027 |
| Lv 21 | 2,129 |
| Lv 22 | 2,230 |
| Lv 23 | 2,332 |
| Lv 24 | 2,433 |
| Lv 25 | 2,534 |
| Lv 26 | 2,636 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 2,737 |
| Lv 28 | 2,839 |
| Lv 29 | 2,940 |
| Lv 30 | 3,042 |
| Lv 31 | 3,092 |
| Lv 32 | 3,143 |
| Lv 33 | 3,194 |
| Lv 34 | 3,244 |
| Lv 35 | 3,295 |
| Lv 36 | 3,346 |
| Lv 37 | 3,396 |
| Lv 38 | 3,447 |
| Lv 39 | 3,498 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 3,548 |
| Lv 41 | 3,593 |
| Lv 42 | 3,639 |
| Lv 43 | 3,684 |
| Lv 44 | 3,730 |
| Lv 45 | 3,776 |
| Lv 46 | 3,823 |
| Lv 47 | 3,870 |
| Lv 48 | 3,917 |
| Lv 49 | 3,964 |
| Lv 50 | 4,012 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0145
- Form
- Galarian
- Height
- 1.60 m
- Weight
- 58.20 kg
- Buddy size
- Big
- Family forms
- 3 released forms
- Game ID
- V0145_POKEMON_ZAPDOS_GALARIAN
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Zapdos (Galarian) in Pokemon GO?
Zapdos (Galarian)'s best moveset is Low Kick (fast) with Fly (charged), worth 18.7 DPS as a Flying-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
What are Zapdos (Galarian)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Zapdos (Galarian) takes super effective damage from Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. It resists Bug, Ground, Dark, Fighting, Grass, so avoid those types against it.
What is Zapdos (Galarian)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Zapdos (Galarian) reaches 4,012 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 3,548 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 Zapdos (Galarian) good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Zapdos (Galarian) is ranked #42 (Tier A) in Great League with a 61.91% win rate. Zapdos (Galarian) is ranked #32 (Tier A) in Ultra League with a 66.42% win rate. Zapdos (Galarian) is ranked #33 (Tier A) in Ultra League with a 66.00% win rate. Zapdos (Galarian) is ranked #20 (Tier B) in Master League with a 66.43% win rate. Zapdos (Galarian) is ranked #39 (Tier C) in Master League with a 57.83% 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 Zapdos (Galarian) bait shields instead of committing to one attack.
What CP is a 100% IV Zapdos (Galarian)?
A perfect 15/15/15 Zapdos (Galarian) shows 2,027 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,534 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 Zapdos (Galarian) in Pokemon GO?
Zapdos (Galarian) spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It can be traded between trainers.
Can Zapdos (Galarian) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Zapdos (Galarian) 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.