
| Max CP | 3,498 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Mesprit is a Psychic-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,498 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Mesprit has base stats of 212 Attack, 212 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 614.
With a strong Defense stat of 212, Mesprit is a solid defensive choice for gym defense and PvP battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Windy weather, Mesprit receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Mesprit is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confusion STAB | Psychic | 20 | +15 | 12.5 | - | - | - |
| Extrasensory STAB | Psychic | 12 | +12 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Futuresight STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Swift STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Blizzard STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Mesprit takes increased damage from these types:
Mesprit takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Mesprit 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 |
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 4 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 6 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 7 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Poison | 261 | 149 | 155 | 3,292 |
| 9 |
| Dark Dragon | 256 | 188 | 211 | 4,147 |
| 10 |
| Psychic Ghost | 255 | 191 | 264 | 4,625 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 4 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 6 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,493 |
| 7 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 0 | 10 | 6 | 19 | 1,498 |
| 9 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 19 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 19 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 31 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 31 | 2,495 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 31 | 2,489 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 11 | 32 | 2,499 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 31 | 2,494 |
| 7 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 9 | 32 | 2,498 |
| 9 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 32 | 2,494 |
| 10 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 32 | 2,500 |
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) | 2,621 | 1,310 | 1,747 | 2,184 | 3,058 | 3,467 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,615 | 1,307 | 1,743 | 2,179 | 3,050 | 3,459 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,615 | 1,307 | 1,743 | 2,179 | 3,051 | 3,460 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,598 | 1,299 | 1,731 | 2,164 | 3,030 | 3,436 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,597 | 1,298 | 1,731 | 2,164 | 3,030 | 3,435 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,574 | 1,287 | 1,716 | 2,145 | 3,003 | 3,405 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,551 | 1,275 | 1,700 | 2,125 | 2,975 | 3,374 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,563 | 1,281 | 1,709 | 2,136 | 2,991 | 3,391 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,504 | 1,252 | 1,669 | 2,086 | 2,921 | 3,312 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,277 | 1,138 | 1,518 | 1,898 | 2,657 | 3,013 |
Important CP values for Mesprit with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,467 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,058 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,669 - 1,747 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,086 - 2,184 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,669 - 1,747 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,252 - 1,310 CP |
Maximum CP for Mesprit with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 | 26 | 3,058 |
| 2 | 3,058 | 27 | 3,058 |
| 3 | 3,058 | 28 | 3,058 |
| 4 | 3,058 | 29 | 3,058 |
| 5 | 412 | 30 | 2,621 |
| 6 | 3,058 | 31 | 3,058 |
| 7 | 3,058 | 32 | 3,058 |
| 8 | 3,058 | 33 | 3,058 |
| 9 | 3,058 | 34 | 3,058 |
| 10 | 874 | 35 | 2,840 |
| 11 | 3,058 | 36 | 3,058 |
| 12 | 3,058 | 37 | 3,058 |
| 13 | 3,058 | 38 | 3,058 |
| 14 | 3,058 | 39 | 3,058 |
| 15 | 1,310 | 40 | 3,058 |
| 16 | 3,058 | 41 | 3,058 |
| 17 | 3,058 | 42 | 3,058 |
| 18 | 3,058 | 43 | 3,058 |
| 19 | 3,058 | 44 | 3,058 |
| 20 | 1,747 | 45 | 3,271 |
| 21 | 3,058 | 46 | 3,058 |
| 22 | 3,058 | 47 | 3,058 |
| 23 | 3,058 | 48 | 3,058 |
| 24 | 3,058 | 49 | 3,058 |
| 25 | 2,184 | 50 | 3,467 |
Mesprit (#481) is a Psychic-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,498 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Mesprit is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Mesprit in 2026.
Mesprit's Attack stat is 212 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Mesprit a strong damage dealer.
With 212 Defense (Excellent) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 614. This gives Mesprit reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Psychic-type Pokémon, Mesprit's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Mesprit depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Confusion (Fast) with Futuresight (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. Mesprit has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Mesprit 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 Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Psychic-type threats while being weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark types.
In Master League, Mesprit faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Mesprit appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Bug, Ghost, Dark-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Mesprit at Level 20 (1,669 - 1,747 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,086 - 2,184 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,747 CP.
Mesprit can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Windy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 20km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Mesprit 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.
Mesprit gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,086 - 2,184 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Mesprit's max CP?
A: 3,467 CP at Level 50, or 3,058 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Mesprit good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Mesprit be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Mesprit is available.
Q: What is Mesprit weak to?
A: Bug, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Confusion + Futuresight for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.