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Zorua
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 1,345 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Zorua
Zorua is a Dark-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,345 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Zorua has base stats of 153 Attack, 78 Defense, and 120 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 351.
Zorua can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Fog weather, Zorua receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Zorua is 5km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scratch STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Feint Attack STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foul Play STAB | Dark | 70 | -45 | - | 70 | -45 |
| Aerial Ace | Flying | 55 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Dark Pulse STAB | Dark | 80 | -50 | - | 80 | -50 |
| Night Shade STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Zorua takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Zorua takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Zorua
Top Pokémon to use when battling Zorua in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pheromosa
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
Marshadow
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 3 |
Volcarona
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 4 |
Terrakion
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 5 |
Tapu Lele
| Psychic Fairy | 259 | 208 | 172 | 3,998 |
| 6 |
Sneasler
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
| 7 |
Mienshao
| Fighting | 258 | 127 | 163 | 3,101 |
| 8 |
Vikavolt
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 9 |
Kleavor
| Bug Rock | 253 | 174 | 172 | 3,600 |
| 10 |
Genesect
| Bug Steel | 252 | 199 | 174 | 3,836 |
🏆 Zorua PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 1,333 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 1,333 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Zorua 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) | 1,007 | 503 | 671 | 839 | 1,175 | 1,333 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,004 | 502 | 669 | 836 | 1,171 | 1,328 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,002 | 501 | 668 | 835 | 1,169 | 1,325 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 992 | 496 | 661 | 827 | 1,158 | 1,313 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 989 | 494 | 659 | 824 | 1,154 | 1,308 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 977 | 488 | 651 | 814 | 1,140 | 1,293 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 962 | 481 | 641 | 802 | 1,123 | 1,273 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 977 | 488 | 651 | 814 | 1,140 | 1,293 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 933 | 466 | 622 | 777 | 1,088 | 1,234 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 792 | 396 | 528 | 660 | 924 | 1,048 |
📋 Zorua Forms
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Zorua with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 1,333 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 1,175 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 622 - 671 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 777 - 839 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 622 - 671 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 466 - 503 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Zorua with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | 26 | 1,175 |
| 2 | 1,175 | 27 | 1,175 |
| 3 | 1,175 | 28 | 1,175 |
| 4 | 1,175 | 29 | 1,175 |
| 5 | 158 | 30 | 1,007 |
| 6 | 1,175 | 31 | 1,175 |
| 7 | 1,175 | 32 | 1,175 |
| 8 | 1,175 | 33 | 1,175 |
| 9 | 1,175 | 34 | 1,175 |
| 10 | 336 | 35 | 1,091 |
| 11 | 1,175 | 36 | 1,175 |
| 12 | 1,175 | 37 | 1,175 |
| 13 | 1,175 | 38 | 1,175 |
| 14 | 1,175 | 39 | 1,175 |
| 15 | 503 | 40 | 1,175 |
| 16 | 1,175 | 41 | 1,175 |
| 17 | 1,175 | 42 | 1,175 |
| 18 | 1,175 | 43 | 1,175 |
| 19 | 1,175 | 44 | 1,175 |
| 20 | 671 | 45 | 1,257 |
| 21 | 1,175 | 46 | 1,175 |
| 22 | 1,175 | 47 | 1,175 |
| 23 | 1,175 | 48 | 1,175 |
| 24 | 1,175 | 49 | 1,175 |
| 25 | 839 | 50 | 1,333 |
📖 Complete Zorua Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Zorua (#570) is a Dark-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,345 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Zorua has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Zorua in 2026.
📊 Zorua Stats Analysis
Zorua's Attack stat is 153 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Zorua may compensate with bulk or utility.
With 78 Defense (Below Average) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 351. Trainers should be mindful of Zorua's limited bulk. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Zorua's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Zorua Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Zorua depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Scratch (Fast) with Foul Play (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. Zorua has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
🏆 Zorua PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Zorua 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 Dark typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Ghost, Dark-type threats while being weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy types.
Master League
In Master League, Zorua faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Zorua Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Zorua's effectiveness depends on its typing and 153 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Zorua use Fighting, Bug-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Zorua in Pokémon GO
Zorua can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Foggy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Zorua Evolution Guide
Zorua is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
✨ Shiny Zorua in Pokémon GO
Shiny Zorua 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
Zorua gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (777 - 839 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Zorua
Q: What is Zorua's max CP?
A: 1,333 CP at Level 50, or 1,175 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Zorua good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.
Q: Can Zorua be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Zorua is available.
Q: What is Zorua weak to?
A: Fighting, Bug, Fairy-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Scratch + Foul Play for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.