
| Max CP | 2,892 |
| Generation | Hoenn (Gen 3) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Relicanth is a Water/Rock-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,892 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Relicanth has base stats of 162 Attack, 203 Defense, and 225 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 590.
With a strong Defense stat of 203, Relicanth is a solid defensive choice for gym defense and PvP battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Relicanth receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Relicanth is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Gun STAB | Water | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 12 | +10 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Power | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Aqua Tail | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Hydro Pump | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Relicanth takes increased damage from these types:
Relicanth takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Relicanth in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 3 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 5 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 8 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
| 10 |
| Fighting | 258 | 127 | 163 | 3,101 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 23 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 23 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 8 | 23 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 12 | 11 | 23 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 23 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 23 | 1,496 |
| 7 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 23 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 23 | 1,498 |
| 9 | 1 | 13 | 8 | 23 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 23 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 46 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 46 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 46 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 46 | 2,494 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 46 | 2,495 |
| 6 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 45 | 2,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 46 | 2,495 |
| 8 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 45 | 2,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 45 | 2,490 |
| 10 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 47 | 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) | 2,167 | 1,083 | 1,444 | 1,806 | 2,528 | 2,867 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,163 | 1,081 | 1,441 | 1,802 | 2,523 | 2,861 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,162 | 1,081 | 1,441 | 1,802 | 2,522 | 2,860 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,145 | 1,072 | 1,430 | 1,788 | 2,503 | 2,838 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,148 | 1,074 | 1,432 | 1,790 | 2,506 | 2,841 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,124 | 1,062 | 1,416 | 1,770 | 2,478 | 2,809 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,102 | 1,051 | 1,401 | 1,752 | 2,453 | 2,781 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,106 | 1,053 | 1,404 | 1,755 | 2,457 | 2,786 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,060 | 1,030 | 1,373 | 1,716 | 2,403 | 2,725 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,853 | 926 | 1,235 | 1,544 | 2,162 | 2,451 |
Important CP values for Relicanth with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,867 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,528 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,373 - 1,444 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,716 - 1,806 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,373 - 1,444 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,030 - 1,083 CP |
Maximum CP for Relicanth with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | 26 | 2,528 |
| 2 | 2,528 | 27 | 2,528 |
| 3 | 2,528 | 28 | 2,528 |
| 4 | 2,528 | 29 | 2,528 |
| 5 | 341 | 30 | 2,167 |
| 6 | 2,528 | 31 | 2,528 |
| 7 | 2,528 | 32 | 2,528 |
| 8 | 2,528 | 33 | 2,528 |
| 9 | 2,528 | 34 | 2,528 |
| 10 | 722 | 35 | 2,348 |
| 11 | 2,528 | 36 | 2,528 |
| 12 | 2,528 | 37 | 2,528 |
| 13 | 2,528 | 38 | 2,528 |
| 14 | 2,528 | 39 | 2,528 |
| 15 | 1,083 | 40 | 2,528 |
| 16 | 2,528 | 41 | 2,528 |
| 17 | 2,528 | 42 | 2,528 |
| 18 | 2,528 | 43 | 2,528 |
| 19 | 2,528 | 44 | 2,528 |
| 20 | 1,444 | 45 | 2,704 |
| 21 | 2,528 | 46 | 2,528 |
| 22 | 2,528 | 47 | 2,528 |
| 23 | 2,528 | 48 | 2,528 |
| 24 | 2,528 | 49 | 2,528 |
| 25 | 1,806 | 50 | 2,867 |
Relicanth (#369) is a Water/Rock-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,892 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Relicanth can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Relicanth in 2026.
Relicanth's Attack stat is 162 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Relicanth to contribute meaningful damage.
With 203 Defense (Excellent) and 225 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 590. This excellent bulk makes Relicanth very tanky in both PvP and raids. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Relicanth's stat distribution favors defense.
The best moveset for Relicanth depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Ancient Power (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. Relicanth has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Relicanth 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 Water/Rock typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Ice, Normal-type threats while being weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting types.
In Ultra League, Relicanth reaches 2,528 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.
In Master League, Relicanth faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Relicanth's effectiveness depends on its typing and 162 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Relicanth use Grass, Electric-type moves.
Relicanth can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Relicanth 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.
Relicanth gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,716 - 1,806 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Relicanth's max CP?
A: 2,867 CP at Level 50, or 2,528 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Relicanth good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Relicanth be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Relicanth is available.
Q: What is Relicanth weak to?
A: Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Water Gun + Ancient Power for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.