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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
2,190 - 2,280 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,737 - 2,850 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
4,525 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
2,190 - 2,280 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
1,642 - 1,710 CP
Palkia Pokemon GO

Palkia

#484 · Sinnoh
WaterDragon
☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 280
Defense 215
Stamina 189
Total: 684

Pokémon Info

Max CP4,565
GenerationSinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance20km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow❌ No

About Palkia

Palkia is a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,565 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Palkia has base stats of 280 Attack, 215 Defense, and 189 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 684.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 280, Palkia is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Rainy weather, Palkia receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Palkia is 20km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Dragon Breath STABDragon6+412.0---
Dragon Tail STABDragon15+913.6---

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Draco Meteor STABDragon150-65-150-65
Fire BlastFire140-80-140-80
Hydro Pump------
Aqua Tail------

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Palkia takes increased damage from these types:

Dragon 1.6×
Fairy 1.6×

Resistances

Palkia takes reduced damage from these types:

Fire 0.391×
Water 0.391×
Steel 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Palkia

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Rayquaza Dragon Flying2841702134,387
2 Haxorus Dragon2841721834,110
3 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
4 Eternatus Poison Dragon2781922685,067
5 Salamence Dragon Flying2771682164,289
6 Dialga Steel Dragon2752112054,620
7 Reshiram Dragon Fire2752112054,620
8 Zekrom Dragon Electric2752112054,620
9 Latios Dragon Psychic2682121904,362
10 Dragapult Dragon Ghost2661702044,041

🏆 Palkia PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101214141,500
201412141,499
311510141,500
401114141,496
501115141,500
611014141,498
701312141,496
801313141,499
92914141,500
1011212141,498

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
121514232,500
211514232,492
311515232,498
421414232,495
531314232,498
601514232,483
701515232,489
821513232,494
911414232,486
1011415232,492

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Palkia IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)3,4211,7102,2802,8503,9914,525
98% (15/15/14)3,4121,7062,2742,8433,9814,514
96% (15/14/15)3,4131,7062,2752,8443,9824,515
93% (14/14/14)3,3931,6962,2622,8273,9594,488
91% (15/13/13)3,3891,6942,2592,8243,9544,483
87% (13/13/13)3,3661,6832,2442,8053,9274,452
82% (12/12/12)3,3391,6692,2252,7823,8954,416
80% (10/15/15)3,3631,6812,2412,8023,9234,448
67% (10/10/10)3,2851,6422,1902,7373,8324,345
0% (0/0/0)3,0211,5102,0142,5183,5253,997

📋 Palkia Forms

Palkia
Palkia
CP 4,565
 Origin Palkia
Origin Palkia
CP 4,739

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Palkia with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)4,525 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)3,991 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)2,190 - 2,280 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,737 - 2,850 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)2,190 - 2,280 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,642 - 1,710 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Palkia with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

LvMax CPLvMax CP
156263,991
23,991273,991
33,991283,991
43,991293,991
5538303,421
63,991313,991
73,991323,991
83,991333,991
93,991343,991
101,140353,706
113,991363,991
123,991373,991
133,991383,991
143,991393,991
151,710403,991
163,991413,991
173,991423,991
183,991433,991
193,991443,991
202,280454,268
213,991463,991
223,991473,991
233,991483,991
243,991493,991
252,850504,525

📖 Complete Palkia Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Palkia (#484) is a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,565 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Palkia 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 Palkia in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Palkia is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.

📊 Palkia Stats Analysis

Palkia's Attack stat is 280 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Palkia an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.

With 215 Defense (Excellent) and 189 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 684. This gives Palkia reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Palkia's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Palkia Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Palkia depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Dragon Breath (Fast) with Draco Meteor (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. Palkia has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Palkia PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,525 CP at Level 50, Palkia is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Palkia Raid Guide & Counters

Palkia appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Dragon, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Palkia at Level 20 (2,190 - 2,280 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,737 - 2,850 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,280 CP.

🎯 How to Get Palkia in Pokémon GO

Palkia is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.

✨ Shiny Palkia in Pokémon GO

Shiny Palkia is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 20 (boosted rate in raids). Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Palkia gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,737 - 2,850 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
  • Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
  • Trading: Requires Special Trade (1/day).
  • Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.

❓ FAQ About Palkia

Q: What is Palkia's max CP?
A: 4,525 CP at Level 50, or 3,991 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Palkia good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.

Q: Can Palkia be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Palkia is available.

Q: What is Palkia weak to?
A: Dragon, Fairy-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Dragon Breath + Draco Meteor for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Water Water-Type Dragon Dragon-Type 🗺️ Sinnoh 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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