Finizen

🎯 Best Counters Against Finizen

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
4	Vikavolt	Bug Electric	254	158	184	3,566
5	Zapdos	Electric Flying	253	185	207	4,035
6	Tapu Koko	Electric Fairy	250	181	172	3,625
7	Regieleki	Electric	250	125	190	3,207
8	Electivire	Electric	249	163	181	3,523
9	Tapu Bulu	Grass Fairy	249	215	172	3,912
10	Roserade	Grass Poison	243	185	155	3,399

📖 Complete Finizen Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Finizen (#963) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 999 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Finizen has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Finizen in 2026.

📊 Finizen Stats Analysis

Finizen's Attack stat is 90 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Finizen may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 80 Defense (Below Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 342. This gives Finizen reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Finizen's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Finizen Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Finizen depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Waterfall (Fast) with Aqua Jet (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. Finizen has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Finizen PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Finizen 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 Water typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass types.

Master League

In Master League, Finizen faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Finizen Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Finizen's effectiveness depends on its typing and 90 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Finizen use Electric, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Finizen in Pokémon GO

Finizen can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

✨ Shiny Finizen in Pokémon GO

Shiny Finizen is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Finizen gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (570 - 624 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• 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 Finizen

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