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Galarian Zapdos

Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)Fighting Flying
  • cloudy
  • windy
Galarian Zapdos is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Galarian Zapdos is a Legendary Fighting and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,548 CP and is weak to Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Low Kick / Fly. It is boosted by Cloudy and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Galarian Zapdos Stats and Max CP

252 ATK
189 DEF
207 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4012 CP
Lvl 40
3548 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2534 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2027 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1521 CP

Galarian Zapdos's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Galarian Zapdos PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Galar-Zapdos has the highest ATK stat of the three Legendary Galarian Birds, at an impressive 252 ATK. While it's not as high as you'd expect from a Legendary Pokémon, it's still good enough to be viable in the Raiding scene, but very often more as a strange Flying-type, rather than a Fighting-type.

Galar-Zapdos' biggest problem is the lack of a Flying-type Fast Attack, which makes it super limited in Raids. Other moves are quite solid:

  • With Counter and Close Combat, it deals respectable damage, but it trails Flying charge moves
  • Counter/Low Kick and Fly/Brave Bird deal highest DPS in Flying-type matchups, but the typing strangeness of these movesets makes them very unlikely to be used
  • Ancient Power is a move that is shared among all of the Galarian Birds, and similar to Galarian Articuno and Galarian Moltres, its wild card addition to their movepool, with no Raid significance

G-Zapdos is decently bulky, so dodging is appreciated to get the best out of this zappy bird 🪶. All in all, a confusing Pokémon, with confusing moves and typing, very often ends up being a Pokédex filler. Be aware that Galarian Birds are commonly caught with a Master Ball due to their incredibly high chance of running away.

🛡️ Gyms

Legendaries are ineligible for Gyms in Pokémon GO.

Galarian Zapdos PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

The Fighting/Flying-type Galarian Zapdos is a decent addition to all three PvP Leagues, mainly due to its hard-hitting moveset of Counter with Close Combat and Brave Bird.

Though it's a scary combo, Galarian Zapdos is inefficient when shields are up, as both its viable Charged Moves have severe debuff effects. Not to mention, Counter is no longer the devastating force it once was 📉.

Just like in PvE, it isn’t anything stellar but definitely a flex against other trainers 😏.

🔵 Great League

Galarian Zapdos suffers in the Great League due to its stats and moveset limitations, even though it gets excellent coverage in favorable conditions.

🟡 Ultra League

In this meta, Galarian Zapdos has the same merits and problems as in the Great League. But the real issue is that there are far better Fighting-type Pokémon to use here 😮‍💨.

🟣 Master League

Nothing special as well 😕

It can be of good service as a closer against other targets, but ultimately, it’s just a decent pick 😶.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
FightingFighting-type
#43
FlyingFlying-type
#32
Great LeagueGreat League
#516
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#360
Master LeagueMaster League
#123

Galarian Zapdos Type Chart

Galarian Zapdos takes increased damage from:Galarian Zapdos takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
IceIce160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%

Galarian Zapdos takes reduced damage from:Galarian Zapdos takes reduced damage from:

BugBug39.1%
GroundGround39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
FightingFighting62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%

Galarian Zapdos best moveset

Moves

Low Kick + Fly

Flying
FightingLow Kick
FlyingFly
Galarian Zapdos's best Flying-type moveset is Low Kick / Fly, with 16.70 DPS and 397.4 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy and Windy weather. Galarian Zapdos ranks #32 (C Tier) as a Flying attacker with that moveset.

Counter + Close Combat

Fighting
FightingCounter
FightingClose Combat
Galarian Zapdos's best Fighting-type moveset is Counter / Close Combat, with 14.09 DPS and 335.3 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Galarian Zapdos ranks #43 (C Tier) as a Fighting attacker with that moveset.
1.FightingCounterFlyingFly15.7617.35412.9
2.FightingLow KickFlyingFly15.1716.70397.4
3.FightingCounterFlyingBrave Bird14.5416.02381.1
4.FightingLow KickFlyingBrave Bird13.8415.25362.9
5.FightingCounterFightingClose Combat12.7914.09335.3
6.FightingLow KickFightingClose Combat11.9213.14312.6
7.FightingCounterRockAncient Power10.5211.59275.9
8.FightingLow KickRockAncient Power9.9410.96260.8
1–8 of 8

Fast Attacks

  • FightingLow Kick550.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Low Kick
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Low Kick has no special effects.
    See Low Kick details page ↗
  • FightingCounter1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Counter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Counter has no special effects.
    See Counter details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • FightingClose Combat1051002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Close Combat
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
    See Close Combat details page ↗
  • FlyingBrave Bird1301002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Brave Bird
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage130
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.0s - 1.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage130
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Brave Bird has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Defense by 42.9%
    See Brave Bird details page ↗
  • FlyingFly90502.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fly
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Fly has no special effects.
    See Fly details page ↗
  • RockAncient Power70333.5s
    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 ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

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

Galarian Zapdos CP Chart

CP Chart

Galarian Zapdos reaches a maximum of 3,548 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,943–2,027 CP, rising to 2,428–2,534 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,457–1,521 CP.

Max CPMax CP3548 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1457 CP - 1521 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1943 CP - 2027 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1943 CP - 2027 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2428 CP - 2534 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
150 CP2157 CP3264 CP
4371 CP5478 CP6585 CP
7692 CP8800 CP9907 CP
101014 CP111115 CP121216 CP
131318 CP141419 CP151521 CP
161622 CP171723 CP181825 CP
191926 CP202027 CP212129 CP
222230 CP232332 CP242433 CP
252534 CP262636 CP272737 CP
282839 CP292940 CP303042 CP
313092 CP323143 CP333194 CP
343244 CP353295 CP363346 CP
373396 CP383447 CP393498 CP
403548 CP413593 CP423639 CP
433684 CP443730 CP453776 CP
463823 CP473870 CP483917 CP
493964 CP504012 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#145
Height1.6 m
Weight58.2 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate90%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Galarian Zapdos has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Galarian Zapdos

Photobomb

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

Fighting Fighting

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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Galarian Zapdos Candy296 Galarian Zapdos Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Galarian Zapdos Candy10 Galarian Zapdos Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Galarian Zapdos Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Galarian Zapdos Candy-

Galarian Zapdos Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Galarian Zapdos from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Galarian Zapdos in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Galarian Zapdos family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Galarian Zapdos in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

ZapdosZapdos
Dynamax Zapdos (Dynamax)Dynamax Zapdos
Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)Galarian Zapdos
Galarian Shadow Zapdos (Galarian Shadow)Galarian Shadow Zapdos
Shadow Zapdos (Shadow)Shadow Zapdos

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmGalarian Zapdos (Galarian)Galarian Zapdos (Galarian)
0.78 m0.8 m1.6 m2.4 m2.8 m

Galarian Zapdos's height ranges from 0.78 m to 2.8 m, with the average being 1.6 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 Galarian Zapdos in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.784 m0.8 m
2′07″2′07″
XS0.8 m1.6 m
2′07″5′03″
M1.2 m2 m
3′11″6′07″
XL2 m2.4 m
6′07″7′10″
XXL2.4 m2.8 m
7′10″9′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer3s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer8s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.125
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Galarian Zapdos

Galarian Zapdos high resolution sprites

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

Official artwork

Galarian Zapdos Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

Galarian ZapdosGalarian ZapdosGalarian ZapdosGalarian Zapdos

Galarian Zapdos Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
YellowThis legendary bird POKéMON is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
GoldThis legendary bird POKéMON causes savage thunderstorms by flapping its glit­ tering wings.
SilverThis legendary bird POKéMON is said to appear only when a thun­ dercloud parts into two halves.
CrystalLegendary bird POKéMON. They say lightning caused by the flapping of its wings causes summer storms.
Ruby, SapphireZAPDOS is a legendary bird POKéMON that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The POKéMON gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
EmeraldZAPDOS is a legendary bird POKéMON that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. It gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
FireRedOne of the legendary bird POKéMON. While it is flying, it makes crackling and snapping sounds.
LeafGreenA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
HeartGoldThis legendary bird Pokémon causes savage thunderstorms by flapping its glittering wings.
SoulSilverThis legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear only when a thundercloud parts into two halves.
XA legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
YA legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
Omega RubyZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
Alpha SapphireZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
SwordThis Pokémon has complete control over electricity. There are tales of Zapdos nesting in the dark depths of pitch-black thunderclouds.
ShieldZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon. It’s said that when Zapdos rubs its feathers together, lightning will fall immediately after.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Galarian Zapdos’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fighting and Flying-type Pokémon, Galarian Zapdos is weak to Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Galarian Zapdos in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Galarian Zapdos in Pokémon GO are Counter and Fly. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 17.353 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 412.911.

How does Galarian Zapdos perform in Raids?

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

How does Galarian Zapdos rank as a Fighting-type attacker?

Galarian Zapdos is a C-Tier Fighting-type attacker, ranking at number #43. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

How does Galarian Zapdos rank as a Flying-type attacker?

Galarian Zapdos is a C-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #32. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

What Mega Pokémon boost Galarian Zapdos?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Galarian Zapdos: Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Heracross, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Staraptor, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gallade, Mega Chesnaught, Mega Falinks, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Dragonite, Mega Skarmory, Mega Salamence, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Staraptor.

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

Galarian Zapdos’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3548 CP and 4012 CP at Level 50.

Can Galarian Zapdos be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Galarian Zapdos can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Galarian Zapdos Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Galarian Zapdos cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.