
| Max CP | 4,135 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Kingambit is a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,135 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Kingambit has base stats of 238 Attack, 203 Defense, and 225 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 666.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 238, Kingambit 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, Kingambit receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Kingambit is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snarl STAB | Dark | 11 | +13 | 11.0 | 13.0 | 1.7 | 4.3 |
| Metal Claw STAB | Steel | 6 | +5 | 12.0 | 10.0 | 2.5 | 3.5 |
| Metal Sound STAB | Steel | 4 | +6 | 8.0 | - | 2.5 | 4.0 |
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 | 26.7 | 80 | -50 |
| Iron Head STAB | Steel | 60 | -50 | 30.0 | 70 | -50 |
| X Scissor | Bug | 45 | -33 | 30.0 | 65 | -40 |
| Focus Blast | Fighting | 140 | -100 | 40.0 | 150 | -75 |
| Foul Play STAB | Dark | 70 | -50 | 35.0 | 60 | -40 |
Kingambit takes increased damage from these types:
Kingambit takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Kingambit in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 4 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 5 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 7 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 9 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 10 |
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 7 | 8 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 6 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 1,492 |
| 9 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 10 | 7 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 1,495 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 26 | 2,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 2,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 26 | 2,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 26 | 2,493 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 11 | 26 | 2,499 |
| 6 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 26 | 2,496 |
| 7 | 1 | 13 | 10 | 26 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 26 | 2,492 |
| 9 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 26 | 2,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 26 | 2,494 |
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) | 3,098 | 1,549 | 2,065 | 2,581 | 3,614 | 4,098 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,091 | 1,545 | 2,061 | 2,576 | 3,606 | 4,089 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,091 | 1,545 | 2,060 | 2,575 | 3,606 | 4,088 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,072 | 1,536 | 2,048 | 2,560 | 3,584 | 4,064 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,071 | 1,535 | 2,047 | 2,559 | 3,582 | 4,062 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 3,046 | 1,523 | 2,031 | 2,538 | 3,554 | 4,030 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 3,021 | 1,510 | 2,014 | 2,517 | 3,524 | 3,996 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 3,037 | 1,518 | 2,024 | 2,530 | 3,542 | 4,017 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,970 | 1,485 | 1,980 | 2,475 | 3,465 | 3,929 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,723 | 1,361 | 1,815 | 2,269 | 3,176 | 3,602 |
Important CP values for Kingambit with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,098 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,614 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,980 - 2,065 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,475 - 2,581 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,980 - 2,065 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,485 - 1,549 CP |
Maximum CP for Kingambit with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 51 | 26 | 3,614 |
| 2 | 3,614 | 27 | 3,614 |
| 3 | 3,614 | 28 | 3,614 |
| 4 | 3,614 | 29 | 3,614 |
| 5 | 487 | 30 | 3,098 |
| 6 | 3,614 | 31 | 3,614 |
| 7 | 3,614 | 32 | 3,614 |
| 8 | 3,614 | 33 | 3,614 |
| 9 | 3,614 | 34 | 3,614 |
| 10 | 1,033 | 35 | 3,356 |
| 11 | 3,614 | 36 | 3,614 |
| 12 | 3,614 | 37 | 3,614 |
| 13 | 3,614 | 38 | 3,614 |
| 14 | 3,614 | 39 | 3,614 |
| 15 | 1,549 | 40 | 3,614 |
| 16 | 3,614 | 41 | 3,614 |
| 17 | 3,614 | 42 | 3,614 |
| 18 | 3,614 | 43 | 3,614 |
| 19 | 3,614 | 44 | 3,614 |
| 20 | 2,065 | 45 | 3,865 |
| 21 | 3,614 | 46 | 3,614 |
| 22 | 3,614 | 47 | 3,614 |
| 23 | 3,614 | 48 | 3,614 |
| 24 | 3,614 | 49 | 3,614 |
| 25 | 2,581 | 50 | 4,098 |
Kingambit (#983) is a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,135 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Kingambit 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 Kingambit in 2026.
Kingambit's Attack stat is 238 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Kingambit a strong damage dealer.
With 203 Defense (Excellent) and 225 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 666. This excellent bulk makes Kingambit very tanky in both PvP and raids. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Kingambit's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Kingambit depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Snarl (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. Kingambit has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.
With 4,098 CP at Level 50, Kingambit is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Kingambit appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Fighting, Fire, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Kingambit at Level 20 (1,980 - 2,065 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,475 - 2,581 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,065 CP.
Kingambit 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 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Kingambit is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
Shiny Kingambit 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.
Kingambit gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,475 - 2,581 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Kingambit's max CP?
A: 4,098 CP at Level 50, or 3,614 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Kingambit good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Kingambit be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Kingambit is available.
Q: What is Kingambit weak to?
A: Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Snarl + Dark Pulse for optimal DPS.
Updated October 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.