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    Unown

    Official artwork of UnownPsychic
    • windy
    Unown is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Unown is a Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 1339 CP. Unown best moveset in Pokémon GO is Hidden Power and Struggle. Shiny Unown is available in Pokémon GO. Unown is boosted by Windy weather.

    Unown is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost moves. It is strong against Fighting and Psychic moves.

    Stats

    Max CP
    1339 CP
    Attack
    136 ATK
    Defense
    91 DEF
    Stamina
    134 STA
    Weather Boost
    • windyWindy
    Released
    Yes Yes
    Shiny released
    Unown can be Shiny in Pokémon GO Yes
    Buddy distance
    5 km
    Can Dynamax
    No No
    Max Battles Tier
    -Star

    Unown weaknesses and resistances

    Weaknesses

    • BugBug160.0%
    • DarkDark160.0%
    • GhostGhost160.0%

    Resistances

    • FightingFighting62.5%
    • PsychicPsychic62.5%
    More informationMore information
    • Unown takes increased damage from Bug, Dark, and Ghost type moves.
    • Unown takes reduced damage from Fighting and Psychic type moves.
    • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

    Unown's best moves and movesets

    Moves

    Unown's best moveset is Hidden Power and Struggle, with 8.07 DPS (damage per second) and 88.4 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather.

    NormalHidden Power
    NormalStruggle
    DPS8.07
    TDO88.40
    Weather Boost
    • partlyCloudy

    Unown moves comparison

        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.NormalHidden Power NormalStruggle 8.0788.49.1

        Fast Attacks

        • NormalHidden PowerDamage15Energy15Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Hidden Power
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage15
          Energy15
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy8

          Effects
          Hidden Power has no special effects.
          See Hidden Power details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • NormalStruggleDamage35Energy0Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Struggle
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage35
          Energy0
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.0s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage35
          Energy100

          Effects
          Struggle has no special effects.
          See Struggle details page ↗
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Unown's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Unown'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 Unown has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Unown's PvE and PvP Ranking

        Shiny Pokémon icon
        RoleTier
        Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
        Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

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        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Unown's has 1339 max CP (at Level 50). A Unown obtained from Raids can be encountered from 628 CP to 677 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 785 CP to 846 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Unown can be found in the 471 CP to 508 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP1339 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch471 CP - 508 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs628 CP - 677 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids628 CP - 677 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        785 CP - 846 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 Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        116 CP252 CP388 CP
        4124 CP5159 CP6195 CP
        7231 CP8267 CP9302 CP
        10338 CP11372 CP12406 CP
        13440 CP14474 CP15508 CP
        16541 CP17575 CP18609 CP
        19643 CP20677 CP21711 CP
        22745 CP23778 CP24812 CP
        25846 CP26880 CP27914 CP
        28948 CP29982 CP301015 CP
        311032 CP321049 CP331066 CP
        341083 CP351100 CP361117 CP
        371134 CP381151 CP391168 CP
        401185 CP411200 CP421215 CP
        431230 CP441245 CP451261 CP
        461276 CP471292 CP481308 CP
        491324 CP501339 CP

        Mega Pokémon that boost Unown

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Unown's Psychic-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Unown.

        Psychic Psychic

        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 Unown in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Unown, 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

                Regular and Shiny

                Shiny Pokémon icon

                  Unown evolution chart

                  Family
                  Family

                  Unown has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

                  Pokédex information

                  Johto
                  Pokédex Number#201
                  Height0.51 m
                  Weight5 kg
                  RegionJohto Generation 2
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate20%
                  Base Flee Rate0%
                  Catch rewards
                  3 Candy
                  100 Stardust
                  Additional Move Cost
                  75 Candy
                  75000 Candy

                  Encounter data

                  Movement typeMOVEMENT_PSYCHIC
                  Movement Timer11s
                  Jump Time2s
                  Attack Probability10.0%
                  Attack Timer20s
                  Dodge Probability15.0%
                  Dodge Duration0.0s
                  Dodge Distance0.6
                  Min Action Frequency1s
                  Max Action Frequency2s

                  Unown Pokédex entries

                  Johto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  GoldTheir shapes look like hieroglyphs on ancient tab­ lets. It is said that the two are somehow related.
                  SilverIts flat, thin body is always stuck on walls. Its shape appears to have some mean­ ing.
                  CrystalBecause different types of UNOWN exist, it is said that they must have a variety of abilities.
                  Ruby, SapphireThis POKéMON is shaped like ancient writing. It is a mystery as to which came first, the ancient writings or the various UNOWN. Research into this topic is ongoing but nothing is known.
                  EmeraldThis POKéMON is shaped like ancient text characters. Although research is ongoing, it is a mystery as to which came first, the ancient writings or the various UNOWN.
                  FireRedIts flat, thin body is always stuck on walls. Its shape appears to have some meaning.
                  LeafGreenTheir shapes look like hieroglyphs on ancient tablets. It is said that the two are somehow related.
                  DiamondShaped like ancient writing, it is a huge mystery whether language or UNOWN came first.
                  PearlThey seem to communicate among each other telepathically. They are always found stuck on walls.
                  Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2When alone, nothing happens. However, if there are two or more, an odd power is said to emerge.
                  HeartGoldTheir shapes look like hieroglyphs on ancient tablets. It is said that the two are somehow related.
                  SoulSilverIts flat, thin body is always stuck on walls. Its shape appears to have some meaning.
                  XIts flat, thin body is always stuck on walls. Its shape appears to have some meaning.
                  YShaped like ancient writing, it is a huge mystery whether language or Unown came first.
                  Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireThis Pokémon is shaped like ancient writing. It is a mystery as to which came first, the ancient writings or the various Unown. Research into this topic is ongoing but nothing is known.
                  Legends: ArceusIt is hard to believe these strangely shaped Pokémon are truly living creatures. I've pointed out that the species' many forms resemble writing from other lands; no one will take me seriously.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Unown’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  Unown is a Psychic-type Pokémon and is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves. Unown is strong against Fighting and Psychic-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Unown in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Unown in Pokémon GO are Hidden Power and Struggle. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 8.065 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 88.398.

                  How does Unown perform in Raids?

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

                  How does Unown rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

                  Unown's performance as a Psychic-type attacker is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Unown?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Unown: Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, and Mega Rayquaza.

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

                  Unown’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1185 CP and 1339 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Unown be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Unown can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Unown Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Unown cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                  List of Unown costumes

                  Photobomb

                  A list of Unown costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                  No costume sprites available