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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
2,048 - 2,136 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,560 - 2,671 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
4,239 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
2,048 - 2,136 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
1,536 - 1,602 CP
Darkrai Pokemon GO

Darkrai

#491 · Sinnoh
Dark
☁️ Fog Boost

Base Stats

Attack 285
Defense 198
Stamina 172
Total: 655

Pokémon Info

Max CP4,278
GenerationSinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance20km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow❌ No

About Darkrai

Darkrai is a Dark-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,278 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Darkrai has base stats of 285 Attack, 198 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 655.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 285, Darkrai 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, Darkrai receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Darkrai is 20km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Snarl STABDark12+1210.9---
Feint Attack STAB-------

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Focus BlastFighting140-75-150-75
Shadow BallGhost100-55-100-55
Dark Pulse STABDark80-50-80-50
Sludge Bomb ELITEPoison80-50-80-50

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Darkrai takes increased damage from these types:

Fighting 1.6×
Bug 1.6×
Fairy 1.6×

Resistances

Darkrai takes reduced damage from these types:

Psychic 0.391×
Ghost 0.625×
Dark 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Darkrai

Top Pokémon to use when battling Darkrai in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Pheromosa Bug Fighting316851743,251
2 Marshadow Fighting Ghost2651902074,268
3 Volcarona Bug Fire2641891984,155
4 Terrakion Rock Fighting2601922094,231
5 Tapu Lele Psychic Fairy2592081723,998
6 Sneasler Fighting Poison2591581903,686
7 Mienshao Fighting2581271633,101
8 Vikavolt Bug Electric2541581843,566
9 Kleavor Bug Rock2531741723,600
10 Genesect Bug Steel2521991743,836

🏆 Darkrai PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101014151,499
201212151,498
301410151,497
411112151,500
511310151,499
621210151,500
71158151,497
80914151,495
90915151,499
1001112151,495

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101014252,500
201311252,498
301113252,500
40914252,494
501410252,497
61158252,498
71814252,497
811310252,500
901211252,492
1001212252,499

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Darkrai IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)3,2051,6022,1362,6713,7394,239
98% (15/15/14)3,1961,5982,1312,6633,7294,228
96% (15/14/15)3,1971,5982,1312,6643,7304,229
93% (14/14/14)3,1781,5892,1182,6483,7084,204
91% (15/13/13)3,1731,5862,1152,6443,7014,197
87% (13/13/13)3,1521,5762,1012,6263,6774,169
82% (12/12/12)3,1251,5622,0832,6043,6464,134
80% (10/15/15)3,1521,5762,1012,6263,6774,169
67% (10/10/10)3,0721,5362,0482,5603,5844,064
0% (0/0/0)2,8151,4071,8772,3463,2843,724

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Darkrai with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)4,239 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)3,739 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)2,048 - 2,136 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,560 - 2,671 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)2,048 - 2,136 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,536 - 1,602 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Darkrai with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

LvMax CPLvMax CP
152263,739
23,739273,739
33,739283,739
43,739293,739
5504303,205
63,739313,739
73,739323,739
83,739333,739
93,739343,739
101,068353,472
113,739363,739
123,739373,739
133,739383,739
143,739393,739
151,602403,739
163,739413,739
173,739423,739
183,739433,739
193,739443,739
202,136453,999
213,739463,739
223,739473,739
233,739483,739
243,739493,739
252,671504,239

📖 Complete Darkrai Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Darkrai (#491) is a Dark-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,278 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Darkrai is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Darkrai in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Darkrai 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.

📊 Darkrai Stats Analysis

Darkrai's Attack stat is 285 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Darkrai an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.

With 198 Defense (Excellent) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 655. This gives Darkrai reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Darkrai's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Darkrai Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Darkrai depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Snarl (Fast) with Focus Blast (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. Darkrai has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Darkrai has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Darkrai PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,239 CP at Level 50, Darkrai is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Darkrai Raid Guide & Counters

Darkrai 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 Darkrai at Level 20 (2,048 - 2,136 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,560 - 2,671 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,136 CP.

🎯 How to Get Darkrai in Pokémon GO

Darkrai 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 Darkrai in Pokémon GO

Shiny Darkrai is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 20 (boosted rate in raids). Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Darkrai gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,560 - 2,671 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
  • Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
  • Trading: Cannot be traded.
  • Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.

❓ FAQ About Darkrai

Q: What is Darkrai's max CP?
A: 4,239 CP at Level 50, or 3,739 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Darkrai good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.

Q: Can Darkrai be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Darkrai is available.

Q: What is Darkrai weak to?
A: Fighting, Bug, Fairy-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Snarl + Focus Blast for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Dark Dark-Type 🗺️ Sinnoh 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.

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