
| Max CP | 3,955 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Chi-Yu is a Dark/Fire-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,955 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Chi-Yu has base stats of 269 Attack, 221 Defense, and 146 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 636.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 269, Chi-Yu is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Fog weather, Chi-Yu receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Chi-Yu is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incinerate | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Snarl STAB | Dark | 12 | +12 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Pulse STAB | Dark | 80 | -50 | - | 80 | -50 |
| Flame Charge STAB | Fire | 70 | -33 | - | 65 | -50 |
| Flame Wheel | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Chi-Yu takes increased damage from these types:
Chi-Yu takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Chi-Yu in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 5 |
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 7 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 8 |
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 9 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 10 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 1,496 |
| 2 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 1,493 |
| 4 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 1,496 |
| 5 | 2 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 1,497 |
| 8 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 1,490 |
| 9 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 1 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 1,492 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 27 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 27 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 27 | 2,491 |
| 4 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 27 | 2,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 27 | 2,494 |
| 6 | 1 | 9 | 14 | 27 | 2,495 |
| 7 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 27 | 2,497 |
| 8 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 27 | 2,498 |
| 9 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 27 | 2,499 |
| 10 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 27 | 2,496 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 2,963 | 1,481 | 1,975 | 2,469 | 3,457 | 3,920 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,954 | 1,477 | 1,969 | 2,462 | 3,446 | 3,908 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,957 | 1,478 | 1,971 | 2,464 | 3,450 | 3,911 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,937 | 1,468 | 1,958 | 2,448 | 3,427 | 3,886 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,932 | 1,466 | 1,955 | 2,443 | 3,421 | 3,879 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,912 | 1,456 | 1,941 | 2,426 | 3,397 | 3,851 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,886 | 1,443 | 1,924 | 2,405 | 3,367 | 3,818 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,911 | 1,455 | 1,940 | 2,426 | 3,396 | 3,851 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,835 | 1,417 | 1,890 | 2,362 | 3,307 | 3,750 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,586 | 1,293 | 1,724 | 2,155 | 3,017 | 3,421 |
Important CP values for Chi-Yu with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,920 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,457 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,890 - 1,975 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,362 - 2,469 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,890 - 1,975 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,417 - 1,481 CP |
Maximum CP for Chi-Yu with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48 | 26 | 3,457 |
| 2 | 3,457 | 27 | 3,457 |
| 3 | 3,457 | 28 | 3,457 |
| 4 | 3,457 | 29 | 3,457 |
| 5 | 466 | 30 | 2,963 |
| 6 | 3,457 | 31 | 3,457 |
| 7 | 3,457 | 32 | 3,457 |
| 8 | 3,457 | 33 | 3,457 |
| 9 | 3,457 | 34 | 3,457 |
| 10 | 988 | 35 | 3,210 |
| 11 | 3,457 | 36 | 3,457 |
| 12 | 3,457 | 37 | 3,457 |
| 13 | 3,457 | 38 | 3,457 |
| 14 | 3,457 | 39 | 3,457 |
| 15 | 1,481 | 40 | 3,457 |
| 16 | 3,457 | 41 | 3,457 |
| 17 | 3,457 | 42 | 3,457 |
| 18 | 3,457 | 43 | 3,457 |
| 19 | 3,457 | 44 | 3,457 |
| 20 | 1,975 | 45 | 3,697 |
| 21 | 3,457 | 46 | 3,457 |
| 22 | 3,457 | 47 | 3,457 |
| 23 | 3,457 | 48 | 3,457 |
| 24 | 3,457 | 49 | 3,457 |
| 25 | 2,469 | 50 | 3,920 |
Chi-Yu (#1004) is a Dark/Fire-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,955 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Chi-Yu is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Chi-Yu in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Chi-Yu is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Chi-Yu's Attack stat is 269 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Chi-Yu an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 221 Defense (Excellent) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 636. This gives Chi-Yu reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Chi-Yu's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Chi-Yu depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Incinerate (Fast) with Dark Pulse (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. Chi-Yu has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Chi-Yu 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 Dark/Fire typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Ghost, Dark-type threats while being weak to Fighting, Water, Ground types.
With 3,920 CP at Level 50, Chi-Yu is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Chi-Yu appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Fighting, Water, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Chi-Yu at Level 20 (1,890 - 1,975 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,362 - 2,469 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,975 CP.
Chi-Yu is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Chi-Yu is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Chi-Yu gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,362 - 2,469 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Chi-Yu's max CP?
A: 3,920 CP at Level 50, or 3,457 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Chi-Yu good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Chi-Yu be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Chi-Yu weak to?
A: Fighting, Water, Ground, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Incinerate + Dark Pulse for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.