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    Articuno

    Official artwork of ArticunoIce Flying
    • snow
    • windy
    Articuno is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon iconArticuno can Dynamax in Pokémon GO
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    Articuno is a Legendary Ice and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Ice and Flying-type Pokémon, Articuno is especially weak against Rock-type moves, and weak against Electric, Fire, and Steel-type moves.

    Articuno's maximum Combat Power stat is 3450 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Frost Breath and Triple Axel. Articuno encounters are boosted during Snow and Windy weather. Shiny Articuno is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP3450 CP
    Attack192 ATK
    Defense236 DEF
    Stamina207 HP
    Buddy distance20 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Articuno Type Chart

    Articuno takes increased damage from:Articuno takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Rock
    +60.0%
    • Electric
    • Fire
    • Steel
    Articuno takes reduced damage from:Articuno takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Grass
    -60.9%
    • Ground

    Articuno's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderCan't defend a Gym
    Ice Ice-type Attacker
    Frost Breath / Triple Axel    		B TierExternal Link#32
    Flying Flying-type Attacker
    Ice Shard / Hurricane    		F TierExternal Link#95

    Articuno's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Articuno's best moveset is Frost Breath and Triple Axel, with 11.85 DPS (damage per second) and 271.4 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Snow weather.
    • DPS11.85
    • TDO271.41
    • Weather
      • snow
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.IceFrost Breath IceTriple Axel 11.85271.423.3
        2.IceIce Shard IceTriple Axel 11.75269.123.1
        3.IceFrost Breath IceIce Beam 11.31259.022.2
        4.IceIce Shard IceIce Beam 11.19256.322.0
        5.IceFrost Breath IceBlizzard 11.19256.122.0
        6.IceIce Shard IceBlizzard 11.03252.621.7
        7.IceFrost Breath FlyingHurricane *10.50240.320.6
        8.IceIce Shard FlyingHurricane *10.28235.320.2
        1 of 2
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Articuno's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Articuno's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Articuno has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • IceIce ShardDamage10Energy10Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Ice Shard
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy10
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.4s - 0.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy10

          Effects
          Ice Shard has no special effects.
          See Ice Shard details page ↗
        • IceFrost BreathDamage11Energy9Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Frost Breath
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage11
          Energy9
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage7
          Energy5

          Effects
          Frost Breath has no special effects.
          See Frost Breath details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • IceIce BeamDamage95Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ice Beam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage95
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window1.5s - 3.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage90
          Energy55

          Effects
          Ice Beam has no special effects.
          See Ice Beam details page ↗
        • IceBlizzardDamage130Energy100Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Blizzard
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage130
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage140
          Energy75

          Effects
          Blizzard has no special effects.
          See Blizzard details page ↗
        • RockAncient PowerDamage70Energy33Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ancient Power
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • BugBug
            • FireFire
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • GroundGround
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.9s - 3.1s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Ancient Power has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
          See Ancient Power details page ↗
        • IceIcy WindDamage65Energy33Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Icy Wind
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage65
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.2s - 3.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Icy Wind has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Icy Wind details page ↗
        • FlyingHurricane *Damage105Energy100Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Hurricane
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage105
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.0s - 2.2s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy65

          Effects
          Hurricane has no special effects.
          See Hurricane details page ↗
        • IceTriple AxelDamage60Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Triple Axel
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage60
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.5s - 1.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Triple Axel has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          See Triple Axel details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Articuno's has 3450 max CP (at Level 50). A Articuno obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1665 CP to 1743 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2082 CP to 2179 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Articuno can be found in the 1249 CP to 1308 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3450 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1249 CP - 1308 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1665 CP - 1743 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1665 CP - 1743 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        2082 CP - 2179 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Articuno Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        143 CP2135 CP3227 CP
        4319 CP5411 CP6503 CP
        7595 CP8688 CP9780 CP
        10872 CP11959 CP121046 CP
        131133 CP141220 CP151308 CP
        161395 CP171482 CP181569 CP
        191656 CP201743 CP211831 CP
        221918 CP232005 CP242092 CP
        252179 CP262267 CP272354 CP
        282441 CP292528 CP302616 CP
        312659 CP322703 CP332746 CP
        342790 CP352833 CP362877 CP
        372921 CP382964 CP393008 CP
        403051 CP413090 CP423129 CP
        433168 CP443208 CP453248 CP
        463287 CP473328 CP483368 CP
        493409 CP503450 CP

        Articuno in the meta

        Articuno in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        Articuno, the fan-favorite Legendary Bird, is undeniably gorgeous, but it lacks the offensive power needed for a strong PvE role. 😕

        ⚔️ Raids

        There are too many powerful Ice types like Mamoswine, Galarian Darmanitan, Baxcalibur, Glaceon, Kyurem, and Weavile that offer better damage output than Articuno. However, if you're rejoining a lobby against a raid boss double weak to Ice-type attacks, you can certainly give it a shot. ❄️

        🔮 Dynamax

        Articuno is another defense-oriented Ice-type Dynamax Pokémon, similar to Gigantamax Lapras and Dynamax Cryogonal. 😅 While its power level is below GMax Lapras, it is likely to be surpassed by future Ice-type DMax Pokémon. 🌨️

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        🔵 Great League

        On paper, Articuno appears viable in the Great League due to its defensive stats. However, its type combination is easily exploited by many of the prominent Pokémon in this meta, leaving this Legendary disappointing. 😭

        🟡 Ultra League

        The tables turn in the Ultra League as Articuno makes its chilling presence felt. 🥶 It performs well thanks to positive matchups against some of the most fearsome Ultra League threats, such as:

        • Giratina Altered, Drifblim, and Venusaur in 1-1 shields,
        • Cresselia in 2-2,
        • Ampharos in 0-0. 🤩

        While it still has issues due to its typing, its wins are impressive nonetheless. 👏

        🟣 Master League

        In the Master League, Articuno gets easily overpowered by the insane damage potential of most Master League Pokémon. It can trouble a few big names, such as Xerneas, Zacian, Yveltal, Dragonite, and Landorus Therian, but its many losses hurt its overall credibility. 😣

        Moreover, better Ice-types like Mamoswine, Kyurem, Baxcalibur, and Hisuian Avalugg give Articuno the cold shoulder. 😏

        Mega Pokémon that boost Articuno

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Articuno's Ice and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Articuno.

        Ice Ice

        Flying Flying

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Articuno in Pokémon GO is 1.67%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 4.21% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 6.25%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-1.67%1.92%2.50%3.07%
                  Curve2.83%3.25%4.21%5.17%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-2.50%2.87%3.73%4.58%
                  Curve4.21%4.83%6.25%7.65%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 2.99%3.43%4.46%5.47%
                  Curve5.03%5.77%7.46%9.11%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 4.13%4.74%6.13%7.51%
                  Curve6.92%7.92%10.20%12.43%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Articuno, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Pokédex information

                  Kanto
                  Pokédex Number#144
                  Height1.7 m
                  Weight55.4 kg
                  RegionGeneration 1
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate2%
                  Base Flee Rate0%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy3
                  Stardust100
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy100
                  Stardust100000

                  Size information

                  XXSXSMXLXXL
                  Articuno scaled to 0.74x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Articuno scaled to 0.75x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Articuno scaled to 1.25x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmArticuno scaled to 1.75x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Articuno scaled to 2x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                  0.83 m0.85 m1.7 m2.55 m2.98 m

                  Articuno's height ranges from 0.83 m to 2.98 m, with the average being 1.7 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                  Size bounds

                  This table shows the size bounds of Articuno in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                  SizeLower boundUpper bound
                  XXS0.833 m0.85 m
                  2′09″2′09″
                  XS0.85 m1.7 m
                  2′09″5′07″
                  M1.275 m2.125 m
                  4′02″6′12″
                  XL2.125 m2.55 m
                  6′12″8′04″
                  XXL2.55 m2.975 m
                  8′04″9′09″

                  Encounter data

                  Movement typeMOVEMENT_FLYING
                  Movement Timer3s
                  Jump Time1s
                  Attack Probability10.0%
                  Attack Timer8s
                  Dodge Probability15.0%
                  Dodge Duration0.0s
                  Dodge Distance1
                  Min Action Frequency1s
                  Max Action Frequency2s

                  Articuno Pokédex entries

                  Kanto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  Red, BlueA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.
                  YellowA legendary bird POKéMON. It freezes water that is contained in winter air and makes it snow.
                  GoldThe magnificent, seemingly translu­ cent wings of this legendary bird POKéMON are said to be made of ice.
                  SilverOne of the legen­ dary bird POKéMON, it chills moisture in the atmosphere to create snow while flying.
                  CrystalLegendary bird POKéMON. As it flies through the sky, it cools the air, causing snow to fall.
                  Ruby, SapphireARTICUNO is a legendary bird POKéMON that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this POKéMON flies, snow will fall.
                  EmeraldARTICUNO is a legendary bird POKéMON that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this POKéMON flies, snow will fall.
                  FireRedOne of the legendary bird POKéMON. With its long tail trailing behind, its flying form is magnificent.
                  LeafGreenA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2A legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air.
                  HeartGoldThe magnificent, seemingly translucent wings of this legendary bird Pokémon are said to be made of ice.
                  SoulSilverOne of the legendary bird Pokémon, it chills moisture in the atmosphere to create snow while flying.
                  XA legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air.
                  YA legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.
                  Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireArticuno is a legendary bird Pokémon that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this Pokémon flies, snow will fall.
                  Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!A legendary bird Pokémon. It freezes water that is contained in winter air and makes it snow.
                  SwordIt’s said that this Pokémon’s beautiful blue wings are made of ice. Articuno flies over snowy mountains, its long tail fluttering along behind it.
                  ShieldThis Pokémon can control ice at will. Articuno is said to live in snowy mountains riddled with permafrost.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Regular and Shiny Articuno

                  Articuno high resolution sprites

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Articuno. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  Wallpaper

                  ArticunoArticunoArticunoArticuno

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Articuno’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Ice and Flying-type Pokémon, Articuno is especially weak against Rock-type moves, and weak against Electric, Fire, and Steel-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Articuno in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Articuno in Pokémon GO are Frost Breath and Triple Axel. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.854 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 271.406.

                  How does Articuno perform in Raids?

                  Articuno's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                  How does Articuno rank as a Ice-type attacker?

                  Articuno is a B-Tier Ice-type attacker, ranking at number #32 with limited utility in specific matchups.

                  How does Articuno rank as a Flying-type attacker?

                  Articuno is an F-Tier Flying-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Articuno?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Articuno: Mega Glalie, Mega Abomasnow, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

                  What is Articuno’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Articuno’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3051 CP and 3450 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Articuno be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Articuno can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Articuno Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Articuno can Dynamax in Pokémon GO.