Fletchinder 
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Talonflame
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 2,522 |
| Generation | Kalos (Gen 6) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Talonflame
Talonflame is a Fire/Flying-type Pokémon from Kalos (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,522 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Talonflame has base stats of 176 Attack, 155 Defense, and 186 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 517.
Talonflame 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, Talonflame receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Talonflame is 1km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peck | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fire Spin STAB | Fire | 14 | +10 | 12.7 | - | - | - |
| Steel Wing | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Incinerate ELITE | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brave Bird STAB | Flying | 130 | -55 | - | 130 | -55 |
| Fire Blast STAB | Fire | 140 | -80 | - | 140 | -80 |
| Flame Charge STAB | Fire | 70 | -33 | - | 65 | -50 |
| Hurricane | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fly | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Talonflame takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Talonflame takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Talonflame
Top Pokémon to use when battling Talonflame in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Xurkitree
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
Palkia
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 5 |
Zekrom
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 6 |
Kyogre
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 7 |
Inteleon
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 8 |
Terrakion
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 9 |
Vikavolt
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 10 |
Zapdos
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
🏆 Talonflame PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 26 | 1,496 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 26 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 26 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 26 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 26 | 1,494 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 26 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 26 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 26 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 26 | 1,492 |
| 10 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 26 | 1,496 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,500 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Talonflame IV Chart
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) | 1,890 | 945 | 1,260 | 1,575 | 2,205 | 2,500 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,885 | 942 | 1,256 | 1,571 | 2,199 | 2,494 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,884 | 942 | 1,256 | 1,570 | 2,198 | 2,492 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,870 | 935 | 1,246 | 1,558 | 2,181 | 2,473 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,869 | 934 | 1,246 | 1,558 | 2,181 | 2,473 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,850 | 925 | 1,233 | 1,541 | 2,158 | 2,447 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,830 | 915 | 1,220 | 1,525 | 2,135 | 2,420 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,840 | 920 | 1,227 | 1,533 | 2,147 | 2,434 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,790 | 895 | 1,193 | 1,492 | 2,089 | 2,368 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,599 | 799 | 1,066 | 1,333 | 1,866 | 2,116 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Talonflame with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,500 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,205 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,193 - 1,260 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,492 - 1,575 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,193 - 1,260 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 895 - 945 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Talonflame with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 | 26 | 2,205 |
| 2 | 2,205 | 27 | 2,205 |
| 3 | 2,205 | 28 | 2,205 |
| 4 | 2,205 | 29 | 2,205 |
| 5 | 297 | 30 | 1,890 |
| 6 | 2,205 | 31 | 2,205 |
| 7 | 2,205 | 32 | 2,205 |
| 8 | 2,205 | 33 | 2,205 |
| 9 | 2,205 | 34 | 2,205 |
| 10 | 630 | 35 | 2,047 |
| 11 | 2,205 | 36 | 2,205 |
| 12 | 2,205 | 37 | 2,205 |
| 13 | 2,205 | 38 | 2,205 |
| 14 | 2,205 | 39 | 2,205 |
| 15 | 945 | 40 | 2,205 |
| 16 | 2,205 | 41 | 2,205 |
| 17 | 2,205 | 42 | 2,205 |
| 18 | 2,205 | 43 | 2,205 |
| 19 | 2,205 | 44 | 2,205 |
| 20 | 1,260 | 45 | 2,358 |
| 21 | 2,205 | 46 | 2,205 |
| 22 | 2,205 | 47 | 2,205 |
| 23 | 2,205 | 48 | 2,205 |
| 24 | 2,205 | 49 | 2,205 |
| 25 | 1,575 | 50 | 2,500 |
📖 Complete Talonflame Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Talonflame (#663) is a Fire/Flying-type Pokémon from the Kalos region (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,522 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Talonflame can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Talonflame in 2026.
📊 Talonflame Stats Analysis
Talonflame's Attack stat is 176 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Talonflame to contribute meaningful damage.
With 155 Defense (Good) and 186 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 517. This gives Talonflame reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Talonflame's stat distribution is balanced.
⚔️ Best Talonflame Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Talonflame depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Peck (Fast) with Brave Bird (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. Talonflame has 4 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Talonflame has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Talonflame PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Talonflame 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 Fire/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Grass, Bug, Ground-type threats while being weak to Rock, Water, Electric types.
Ultra League (2500 CP)
In Ultra League, Talonflame reaches 2,205 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
Master League
In Master League, Talonflame faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Talonflame Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Talonflame's effectiveness depends on its typing and 176 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Talonflame use Rock, Water-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Talonflame in Pokémon GO
Talonflame 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.
🔄 Talonflame Evolution Guide
Talonflame is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
- Fletchling (#661)
- Fletchinder (#662) — 25 Candy
- Talonflame (#663) ← current — 100 Candy
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
✨ Shiny Talonflame in Pokémon GO
Shiny Talonflame 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.
🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy
Talonflame gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,492 - 1,575 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 10K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
- Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
- Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.
❓ FAQ About Talonflame
Q: What is Talonflame's max CP?
A: 2,500 CP at Level 50, or 2,205 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Talonflame good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Talonflame be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Talonflame is available.
Q: What is Talonflame weak to?
A: Rock, Water, Electric-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Peck + Brave Bird for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.