
| Max CP | 2,601 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Maractus is a Grass-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,601 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Maractus has base stats of 201 Attack, 130 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 512.
Maractus can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Sunny weather, Maractus receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Maractus is 1km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet Seed STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Poison Jab | Poison | 10 | +7 | 12.5 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerial Ace | Flying | 55 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Petal Blizzard STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Solar Beam STAB | Grass | 180 | -100 | - | 150 | -80 |
Maractus takes increased damage from these types:
Maractus takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Maractus 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 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Flying | 263 | 198 | 209 | 4,338 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 25 | 1,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 25 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 25 | 1,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 25 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 25 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 25 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 2 | 13 | 11 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 25 | 1,492 |
| 10 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 25 | 1,496 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 8 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,488 |
| 3 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 4 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,494 |
| 5 | 10 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,491 |
| 6 | 9 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,491 |
| 7 | 9 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 9 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 49 | 2,496 |
| 10 | 10 | 14 | 13 | 50 | 2,497 |
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) | 1,949 | 974 | 1,299 | 1,624 | 2,274 | 2,578 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,944 | 972 | 1,296 | 1,620 | 2,268 | 2,572 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,942 | 971 | 1,295 | 1,618 | 2,266 | 2,569 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,928 | 964 | 1,285 | 1,607 | 2,250 | 2,551 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,926 | 963 | 1,283 | 1,605 | 2,247 | 2,547 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,908 | 954 | 1,272 | 1,590 | 2,226 | 2,524 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,887 | 943 | 1,258 | 1,573 | 2,202 | 2,497 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,904 | 952 | 1,269 | 1,586 | 2,221 | 2,518 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,847 | 923 | 1,231 | 1,539 | 2,154 | 2,443 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,650 | 825 | 1,100 | 1,375 | 1,925 | 2,183 |
Important CP values for Maractus with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,578 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,274 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,231 - 1,299 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,539 - 1,624 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,231 - 1,299 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 923 - 974 CP |
Maximum CP for Maractus with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 26 | 2,274 |
| 2 | 2,274 | 27 | 2,274 |
| 3 | 2,274 | 28 | 2,274 |
| 4 | 2,274 | 29 | 2,274 |
| 5 | 306 | 30 | 1,949 |
| 6 | 2,274 | 31 | 2,274 |
| 7 | 2,274 | 32 | 2,274 |
| 8 | 2,274 | 33 | 2,274 |
| 9 | 2,274 | 34 | 2,274 |
| 10 | 650 | 35 | 2,111 |
| 11 | 2,274 | 36 | 2,274 |
| 12 | 2,274 | 37 | 2,274 |
| 13 | 2,274 | 38 | 2,274 |
| 14 | 2,274 | 39 | 2,274 |
| 15 | 974 | 40 | 2,274 |
| 16 | 2,274 | 41 | 2,274 |
| 17 | 2,274 | 42 | 2,274 |
| 18 | 2,274 | 43 | 2,274 |
| 19 | 2,274 | 44 | 2,274 |
| 20 | 1,299 | 45 | 2,432 |
| 21 | 2,274 | 46 | 2,274 |
| 22 | 2,274 | 47 | 2,274 |
| 23 | 2,274 | 48 | 2,274 |
| 24 | 2,274 | 49 | 2,274 |
| 25 | 1,624 | 50 | 2,578 |
Maractus (#556) is a Grass-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,601 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Maractus can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Maractus in 2026.
Maractus's Attack stat is 201 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Maractus a strong damage dealer.
With 130 Defense (Average) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 512. This gives Maractus reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Maractus's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Maractus depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bullet Seed (Fast) with Aerial Ace (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. Maractus has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Maractus 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 Grass typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Ice, Poison types.
In Ultra League, Maractus reaches 2,274 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Maractus faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Maractus's effectiveness depends on its typing and 201 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Grass-type attacker. Best counters against Maractus use Fire, Ice-type moves.
Maractus can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Maractus 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.
Maractus gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,539 - 1,624 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.
Q: What is Maractus's max CP?
A: 2,578 CP at Level 50, or 2,274 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Maractus good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Maractus be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Maractus is available.
Q: What is Maractus weak to?
A: Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bullet Seed + Aerial Ace for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.