
| Max CP | 2,444 |
| Generation | Johto (Gen 2) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Hisuian Qwilfish is a Dark/Poison-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,444 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Hisuian Qwilfish has base stats of 184 Attack, 151 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 498.
Hisuian Qwilfish can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Fog weather, Hisuian Qwilfish receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Hisuian Qwilfish is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poison Sting STAB | Poison | 4 | +6 | 8.0 | 12.0 | 2.0 | 4.5 |
| Poison Jab STAB | Poison | 13 | +9 | 13.0 | 9.0 | 3.5 | 3.5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Tail | Water | 50 | -33 | 25.0 | 55 | -35 |
| Ice Beam | Ice | 95 | -50 | 27.1 | 90 | -55 |
| Sludge Bomb STAB | Poison | 85 | -50 | 34.0 | 80 | -50 |
| Dark Pulse STAB | Dark | 80 | -50 | 26.7 | 80 | -50 |
| Shadow Ball | Ghost | 100 | -50 | 33.3 | 100 | -55 |
Hisuian Qwilfish takes increased damage from these types:
Hisuian Qwilfish takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Hisuian Qwilfish in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 2 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 3 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 4 |
| Ice Ground | 247 | 146 | 242 | 3,808 |
| 5 |
| Ground Normal | 243 | 181 | 277 | 4,410 |
| 6 |
| Ground Rock | 241 | 190 | 251 | 4,271 |
| 7 |
| Ground Dark | 229 | 158 | 216 | 3,485 |
| 8 |
| Ground Rock | 222 | 171 | 233 | 3,637 |
| 9 |
| Ground Ghost | 222 | 154 | 205 | 3,265 |
| 10 |
| Ground | 214 | 185 | 207 | 3,447 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 4 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 26 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 27 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 1 | 10 | 13 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 8 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 10 | 2 | 14 | 7 | 27 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,422 |
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) | 1,831 | 915 | 1,220 | 1,526 | 2,136 | 2,422 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,826 | 913 | 1,217 | 1,521 | 2,130 | 2,415 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,825 | 912 | 1,217 | 1,521 | 2,130 | 2,415 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,811 | 905 | 1,207 | 1,509 | 2,113 | 2,396 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,810 | 905 | 1,206 | 1,508 | 2,111 | 2,394 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,791 | 895 | 1,194 | 1,493 | 2,090 | 2,370 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,772 | 886 | 1,181 | 1,476 | 2,067 | 2,344 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,785 | 892 | 1,190 | 1,487 | 2,082 | 2,361 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,733 | 866 | 1,155 | 1,444 | 2,022 | 2,292 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,545 | 772 | 1,030 | 1,287 | 1,802 | 2,044 |
Important CP values for Hisuian Qwilfish with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,422 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,136 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,155 - 1,220 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,444 - 1,526 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,155 - 1,220 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 866 - 915 CP |
Maximum CP for Hisuian Qwilfish with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | 26 | 2,136 |
| 2 | 2,136 | 27 | 2,136 |
| 3 | 2,136 | 28 | 2,136 |
| 4 | 2,136 | 29 | 2,136 |
| 5 | 288 | 30 | 1,831 |
| 6 | 2,136 | 31 | 2,136 |
| 7 | 2,136 | 32 | 2,136 |
| 8 | 2,136 | 33 | 2,136 |
| 9 | 2,136 | 34 | 2,136 |
| 10 | 610 | 35 | 1,983 |
| 11 | 2,136 | 36 | 2,136 |
| 12 | 2,136 | 37 | 2,136 |
| 13 | 2,136 | 38 | 2,136 |
| 14 | 2,136 | 39 | 2,136 |
| 15 | 915 | 40 | 2,136 |
| 16 | 2,136 | 41 | 2,136 |
| 17 | 2,136 | 42 | 2,136 |
| 18 | 2,136 | 43 | 2,136 |
| 19 | 2,136 | 44 | 2,136 |
| 20 | 1,220 | 45 | 2,285 |
| 21 | 2,136 | 46 | 2,136 |
| 22 | 2,136 | 47 | 2,136 |
| 23 | 2,136 | 48 | 2,136 |
| 24 | 2,136 | 49 | 2,136 |
| 25 | 1,526 | 50 | 2,422 |
Hisuian Qwilfish (#211) is a Dark/Poison-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,444 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Hisuian Qwilfish can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Hisuian Qwilfish in 2026.
Hisuian Qwilfish's Attack stat is 184 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Hisuian Qwilfish to contribute meaningful damage.
With 151 Defense (Good) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 498. This gives Hisuian Qwilfish reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Hisuian Qwilfish's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Hisuian Qwilfish depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Poison Sting (Fast) with Aqua Tail (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. Hisuian Qwilfish has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Hisuian Qwilfish 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/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Ghost, Dark, Poison-type threats while being weak to Ground types.
In Ultra League, Hisuian Qwilfish reaches 2,136 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Hisuian Qwilfish faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Hisuian Qwilfish's effectiveness depends on its typing and 184 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Hisuian Qwilfish use Ground-type moves.
Hisuian Qwilfish 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Hisuian Qwilfish 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.
Hisuian Qwilfish gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,444 - 1,526 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Hisuian Qwilfish's max CP?
A: 2,422 CP at Level 50, or 2,136 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Hisuian Qwilfish good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Hisuian Qwilfish be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Hisuian Qwilfish is available.
Q: What is Hisuian Qwilfish weak to?
A: Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Poison Sting + Aqua Tail for optimal DPS.
Updated November 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.