
| Max CP | 3,809 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Chien-Pao is a Dark/Ice-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,809 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Chien-Pao has base stats of 261 Attack, 167 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 618.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 261, Chien-Pao is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Fog weather, Chien-Pao receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Chien-Pao is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder Snow STAB | Ice | 6 | +8 | 6.0 | - | - | - |
| 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 |
| Avalanche STAB | Ice | 90 | -45 | - | 90 | -45 |
| Blizzard | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Chien-Pao takes increased damage from these types:
Chien-Pao takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Chien-Pao in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 4 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 5 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 6 |
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 1 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 17 | 1,495 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 1 | 9 | 12 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 17 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 28 | 2,494 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 28 | 2,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 28 | 2,492 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 28 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 28 | 2,497 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 11 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 28 | 2,492 |
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) | 2,854 | 1,427 | 1,902 | 2,378 | 3,329 | 3,775 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,847 | 1,423 | 1,897 | 2,372 | 3,321 | 3,766 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,846 | 1,423 | 1,897 | 2,371 | 3,320 | 3,764 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,829 | 1,414 | 1,885 | 2,357 | 3,300 | 3,742 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,824 | 1,412 | 1,882 | 2,353 | 3,295 | 3,736 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,804 | 1,402 | 1,869 | 2,336 | 3,271 | 3,709 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,779 | 1,389 | 1,852 | 2,315 | 3,242 | 3,676 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,802 | 1,401 | 1,868 | 2,335 | 3,269 | 3,706 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,729 | 1,364 | 1,819 | 2,274 | 3,184 | 3,610 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,489 | 1,244 | 1,659 | 2,074 | 2,903 | 3,292 |
Important CP values for Chien-Pao with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,775 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,329 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,819 - 1,902 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,274 - 2,378 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,819 - 1,902 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,364 - 1,427 CP |
Maximum CP for Chien-Pao with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 | 26 | 3,329 |
| 2 | 3,329 | 27 | 3,329 |
| 3 | 3,329 | 28 | 3,329 |
| 4 | 3,329 | 29 | 3,329 |
| 5 | 449 | 30 | 2,854 |
| 6 | 3,329 | 31 | 3,329 |
| 7 | 3,329 | 32 | 3,329 |
| 8 | 3,329 | 33 | 3,329 |
| 9 | 3,329 | 34 | 3,329 |
| 10 | 951 | 35 | 3,091 |
| 11 | 3,329 | 36 | 3,329 |
| 12 | 3,329 | 37 | 3,329 |
| 13 | 3,329 | 38 | 3,329 |
| 14 | 3,329 | 39 | 3,329 |
| 15 | 1,427 | 40 | 3,329 |
| 16 | 3,329 | 41 | 3,329 |
| 17 | 3,329 | 42 | 3,329 |
| 18 | 3,329 | 43 | 3,329 |
| 19 | 3,329 | 44 | 3,329 |
| 20 | 1,902 | 45 | 3,561 |
| 21 | 3,329 | 46 | 3,329 |
| 22 | 3,329 | 47 | 3,329 |
| 23 | 3,329 | 48 | 3,329 |
| 24 | 3,329 | 49 | 3,329 |
| 25 | 2,378 | 50 | 3,775 |
Chien-Pao (#1002) is a Dark/Ice-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,809 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Chien-Pao is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Chien-Pao in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Chien-Pao 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.
Chien-Pao's Attack stat is 261 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Chien-Pao an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 167 Defense (Good) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 618. This gives Chien-Pao reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Chien-Pao's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Chien-Pao depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Powder Snow (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. Chien-Pao has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Chien-Pao 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/Ice typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Ghost, Dark-type threats while being weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy types.
With 3,775 CP at Level 50, Chien-Pao is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Chien-Pao appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Fighting, Bug, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Chien-Pao at Level 20 (1,819 - 1,902 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,274 - 2,378 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,902 CP.
Chien-Pao 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 Chien-Pao is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Chien-Pao gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,274 - 2,378 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Chien-Pao's max CP?
A: 3,775 CP at Level 50, or 3,329 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Chien-Pao good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Chien-Pao be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Chien-Pao weak to?
A: Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Fire, Rock, Steel-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Powder Snow + Dark Pulse for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.