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Chandelure
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 3,739 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Chandelure
Chandelure is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,739 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Chandelure has base stats of 271 Attack, 182 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 608.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 271, Chandelure is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Fog weather, Chandelure receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Chandelure is 5km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hex STAB | Ghost | 8 | +13 | 8.0 | 13.0 | 2.3 | 4.3 |
| Fire Spin STAB | Fire | 13 | +9 | 13.0 | 9.0 | 3.7 | 3.3 |
| Incinerate STAB | Fire | 32 | +22 | 12.8 | 8.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | -50 | 22.5 | 90 | -55 |
| Shadow Ball STAB | Ghost | 100 | -50 | 33.3 | 100 | -55 |
| Overheat STAB | Fire | 160 | -100 | 40.0 | 130 | -55 |
| Flame Charge STAB | Fire | 70 | -33 | 17.5 | 65 | -50 |
| Poltergeist ELITE STAB | Ghost | 140 | -100 | 40.0 | 150 | -75 |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Chandelure takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Chandelure takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Chandelure
Top Pokémon to use when battling Chandelure in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Blacephalon
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 2 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
Darkrai
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 5 |
Palkia
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 6 |
Chandelure
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 7 |
Kyogre
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 8 |
Groudon
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 9 |
Dragapult
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 10 |
Marshadow
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
🏆 Chandelure PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 2 | 1 | 13 | 14 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 4 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 17 | 1,493 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 17 | 1,492 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 1,496 |
| 10 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 1,495 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 28 | 2,496 |
| 2 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 28 | 2,487 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 28 | 2,498 |
| 5 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 28 | 2,490 |
| 6 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 7 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 28 | 2,492 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 28 | 2,478 |
| 9 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 29 | 2,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 29 | 2,500 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Chandelure IV Chart
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,802 | 1,401 | 1,867 | 2,334 | 3,268 | 3,706 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,793 | 1,396 | 1,862 | 2,328 | 3,259 | 3,695 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,795 | 1,397 | 1,863 | 2,329 | 3,260 | 3,696 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,777 | 1,388 | 1,851 | 2,314 | 3,239 | 3,673 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,771 | 1,385 | 1,847 | 2,309 | 3,233 | 3,665 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,752 | 1,376 | 1,834 | 2,293 | 3,210 | 3,640 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,727 | 1,363 | 1,817 | 2,272 | 3,181 | 3,607 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,753 | 1,376 | 1,835 | 2,294 | 3,211 | 3,641 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,677 | 1,338 | 1,784 | 2,231 | 3,123 | 3,541 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,436 | 1,218 | 1,624 | 2,030 | 2,842 | 3,223 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Chandelure with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,706 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,268 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,784 - 1,867 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,231 - 2,334 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,784 - 1,867 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,338 - 1,401 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Chandelure with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 | 26 | 3,268 |
| 2 | 3,268 | 27 | 3,268 |
| 3 | 3,268 | 28 | 3,268 |
| 4 | 3,268 | 29 | 3,268 |
| 5 | 440 | 30 | 2,802 |
| 6 | 3,268 | 31 | 3,268 |
| 7 | 3,268 | 32 | 3,268 |
| 8 | 3,268 | 33 | 3,268 |
| 9 | 3,268 | 34 | 3,268 |
| 10 | 934 | 35 | 3,035 |
| 11 | 3,268 | 36 | 3,268 |
| 12 | 3,268 | 37 | 3,268 |
| 13 | 3,268 | 38 | 3,268 |
| 14 | 3,268 | 39 | 3,268 |
| 15 | 1,401 | 40 | 3,268 |
| 16 | 3,268 | 41 | 3,268 |
| 17 | 3,268 | 42 | 3,268 |
| 18 | 3,268 | 43 | 3,268 |
| 19 | 3,268 | 44 | 3,268 |
| 20 | 1,867 | 45 | 3,496 |
| 21 | 3,268 | 46 | 3,268 |
| 22 | 3,268 | 47 | 3,268 |
| 23 | 3,268 | 48 | 3,268 |
| 24 | 3,268 | 49 | 3,268 |
| 25 | 2,334 | 50 | 3,706 |
📖 Complete Chandelure Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Chandelure (#609) is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,739 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Chandelure is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Chandelure in 2026.
📊 Chandelure Stats Analysis
Chandelure's Attack stat is 271 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Chandelure an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 182 Defense (Excellent) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 608. This gives Chandelure reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Chandelure's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Chandelure Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Chandelure depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Hex (Fast) with Energy Ball (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Chandelure has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Chandelure has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Chandelure PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Chandelure can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Ghost/Fire typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Normal, Fighting-type threats while being weak to Ghost, Dark, Water types.
Master League
With 3,706 CP at Level 50, Chandelure is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
💪 Chandelure Raid Guide & Counters
Chandelure appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Ghost, Dark, Water-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Chandelure at Level 20 (1,784 - 1,867 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,231 - 2,334 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,867 CP.
🎯 How to Get Chandelure in Pokémon GO
Chandelure can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Foggy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Chandelure Evolution Guide
Chandelure is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
- Litwick (#607)
- Lampent (#608) — 25 Candy
- Chandelure (#609) ← current — 100 Candy + Unova Stone
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
✨ Shiny Chandelure in Pokémon GO
Shiny Chandelure is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy
Chandelure gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,231 - 2,334 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 75K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
- Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
- Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.
❓ FAQ About Chandelure
Q: What is Chandelure's max CP?
A: 3,706 CP at Level 50, or 3,268 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Chandelure good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Chandelure be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Chandelure is available.
Q: What is Chandelure weak to?
A: Ghost, Dark, Water, Ground, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Hex + Energy Ball for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated October 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.