What is Zarude's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Zarude's maximum CP is 4,385 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Zarude good in Pokémon GO?

Zarude has 242 Attack, 215 Defense, and 233 Stamina. It's an excellent attacker.

Can Zarude be shiny in Pokémon GO?

No, shiny Zarude is not yet available.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

2,102 - 2,190 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

2,628 - 2,738 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

4,346 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

2,102 - 2,190 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

1,577 - 1,643 CP

Shiny not yet available

Zarude

#893 · Galar

DarkGrass

☁️ Fog Boost

Base Stats

Attack 242

Defense 215

Stamina 233

Total: 690

Pokémon Info

Max CP	4,385
Generation	Galar (Gen 8)
Buddy Distance	20km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	❌ No
Shadow	❌ No

About Zarude

Zarude is a Dark/Grass-type Pokémon from Galar (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,385 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Zarude has base stats of 242 Attack, 215 Defense, and 233 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 690.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 242, Zarude is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.

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

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Vine Whip STAB	Grass	7	+6	11.7	-	-	-
Bite STAB	Dark	6	+4	12.0	-	-	-

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
Power Whip STAB	Grass	90	-50	-	90	-50
Energy Ball STAB	Grass	90	-55	-	90	-55
Dark Pulse STAB	Dark	80	-50	-	80	-50

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Zarude takes increased damage from these types:

Bug 2.56×

Fighting 1.6×

Fairy 1.6×

Fire 1.6×

Ice 1.6×

Poison 1.6×

Flying 1.6×

Resistances

Zarude takes reduced damage from these types:

Psychic 0.391×

Ghost 0.625×

Dark 0.625×

Water 0.625×

Electric 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

Ground 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Zarude

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
9	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

🏆 Zarude 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	9	7	15	1,500
2	0	7	9	15	1,500
3	0	5	11	15	1,499
4	0	14	1	15	1,498
5	0	12	3	15	1,498
6	0	3	13	15	1,499
7	0	10	5	15	1,498
8	1	9	5	15	1,500
9	0	8	7	15	1,497
10	0	8	8	15	1,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	2	15	15	24	2,495
2	3	14	15	24	2,500
3	3	15	14	24	2,500
4	1	15	15	24	2,485
5	2	14	15	24	2,490
6	3	13	15	24	2,495
7	4	12	15	24	2,499
8	2	15	14	24	2,490
9	3	14	14	24	2,495
10	5	15	10	24	2,500

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

📋 Zarude 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)	3,286	1,643	2,190	2,738	3,833	4,346
98% (15/15/14)	3,279	1,639	2,186	2,732	3,825	4,337
96% (15/14/15)	3,279	1,639	2,185	2,732	3,825	4,337
93% (14/14/14)	3,259	1,629	2,172	2,716	3,802	4,311
91% (15/13/13)	3,258	1,629	2,172	2,715	3,801	4,310
87% (13/13/13)	3,233	1,616	2,155	2,694	3,771	4,276
82% (12/12/12)	3,206	1,603	2,137	2,672	3,741	4,241
80% (10/15/15)	3,222	1,611	2,147	2,685	3,759	4,262
67% (10/10/10)	3,154	1,577	2,102	2,628	3,680	4,172
0% (0/0/0)	2,899	1,449	1,933	2,416	3,382	3,835

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	4,346 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	3,833 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	2,102 - 2,190 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	2,628 - 2,738 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	2,102 - 2,190 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	1,577 - 1,643 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	54	26	3,833
2	3,833	27	3,833
3	3,833	28	3,833
4	3,833	29	3,833
5	517	30	3,286
6	3,833	31	3,833
7	3,833	32	3,833
8	3,833	33	3,833
9	3,833	34	3,833
10	1,095	35	3,559
11	3,833	36	3,833
12	3,833	37	3,833
13	3,833	38	3,833
14	3,833	39	3,833
15	1,643	40	3,833
16	3,833	41	3,833
17	3,833	42	3,833
18	3,833	43	3,833
19	3,833	44	3,833
20	2,190	45	4,100
21	3,833	46	3,833
22	3,833	47	3,833
23	3,833	48	3,833
24	3,833	49	3,833
25	2,738	50	4,346

📖 Complete Zarude Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Zarude (#893) is a Dark/Grass-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,385 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Zarude 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 Zarude in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Zarude 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.

📊 Zarude Stats Analysis

Zarude's Attack stat is 242 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Zarude a strong damage dealer.

With 215 Defense (Excellent) and 233 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 690. This excellent bulk makes Zarude very tanky in both PvP and raids. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Zarude's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Zarude Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Zarude depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Vine Whip (Fast) with Power Whip (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. Zarude has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Zarude PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,346 CP at Level 50, Zarude is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Zarude Raid Guide & Counters

Zarude appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Bug, Fighting, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Zarude at Level 20 (2,102 - 2,190 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,628 - 2,738 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,190 CP.

🎯 How to Get Zarude in Pokémon GO

Zarude 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 Zarude in Pokémon GO

Shiny Zarude is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Zarude gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,628 - 2,738 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: Cannot be traded.
Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.

❓ FAQ About Zarude

Q: What is Zarude's max CP?
A: 4,346 CP at Level 50, or 3,833 CP at Level 40.

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

Q: Can Zarude be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.

Q: What is Zarude weak to?
A: Bug, Fighting, Fairy, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Vine Whip + Power Whip for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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