GO Hub logo

    Arbok

    Official artwork of ArbokPoison
    • cloudy
    Arbok is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
    Table of Contents

    Arbok is a Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Poison-type Pokémon, Arbok is weak to Ground and Psychic-type moves.

    Arbok's maximum Combat Power stat is 2171 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Acid and Gunk Shot. Arbok encounters are boosted during Cloudy weather. Shiny Arbok is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2171 CP
    Attack167 ATK
    Defense153 DEF
    Stamina155 HP
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Arbok Type Chart

    Arbok takes increased damage from:Arbok takes increased damage from:
    +60.0%
    • Ground
    • Psychic
    Arbok takes reduced damage from:Arbok takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Fairy
    • Fighting
    • Grass
    • Poison

    Arbok's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderF TierExternal Link
    Poison Poison-type Attacker
    Acid / Gunk Shot    		F TierExternal Link#79

    Arbok's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Arbok's best moveset is Acid and Gunk Shot, with 9.08 DPS (damage per second) and 106.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather.
    • DPS9.08
    • TDO106.61
    • Weather
      • cloudy
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.PoisonAcid PoisonGunk Shot 9.08106.615.5
        2.DragonDragon Tail PoisonGunk Shot 8.79103.115.0
        3.DarkBite PoisonGunk Shot 8.55100.314.6
        4.PoisonAcid PoisonSludge Wave 8.3798.214.2
        5.PoisonAcid DarkDark Pulse 8.3598.014.2
        6.DragonDragon Tail DarkDark Pulse 8.3297.614.2
        7.DragonDragon Tail PoisonSludge Wave 8.2396.614.0
        8.DarkBite DarkDark Pulse 8.0994.913.8
        1 of 2
        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        Fast Attacks

        • DarkBiteDamage6Energy4Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bite
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage6
          Energy4
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy2

          Effects
          Bite has no special effects.
          See Bite details page ↗
        • PoisonAcidDamage11Energy10Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Acid
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • PoisonPoison
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • GhostGhost
          • 39.1%
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage11
          Energy10
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage6
          Energy5

          Effects
          Acid has no special effects.
          See Acid details page ↗
        • DragonDragon TailDamage14Energy8Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Dragon Tail
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage14
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage13
          Energy9

          Effects
          Dragon Tail has no special effects.
          See Dragon Tail details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • DarkDark PulseDamage80Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Dark Pulse
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50

          Effects
          Dark Pulse has no special effects.
          See Dark Pulse details page ↗
        • PoisonSludge WaveDamage105Energy100Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Sludge Wave
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • PoisonPoison
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • GhostGhost
          • 39.1%
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage105
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.8s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy65

          Effects
          Sludge Wave has no special effects.
          See Sludge Wave details page ↗
        • PoisonGunk ShotDamage130Energy100Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Gunk Shot
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • PoisonPoison
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • GhostGhost
          • 39.1%
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage130
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.6s - 2.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage130
          Energy75

          Effects
          Gunk Shot has no special effects.
          See Gunk Shot details page ↗
        • PoisonAcid SprayDamage20Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Acid Spray
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • PoisonPoison
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • GhostGhost
          • 39.1%
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage20
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.1s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage20
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Acid Spray has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 33.3%
          See Acid Spray details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Arbok's has 2171 max CP (at Level 50). A Arbok obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1035 CP to 1097 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1295 CP to 1372 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Arbok can be found in the 777 CP to 823 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2171 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch777 CP - 823 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1035 CP - 1097 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1035 CP - 1097 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1295 CP - 1372 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

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        127 CP285 CP3143 CP
        4201 CP5259 CP6317 CP
        7375 CP8433 CP9491 CP
        10549 CP11603 CP12658 CP
        13713 CP14768 CP15823 CP
        16878 CP17933 CP18987 CP
        191042 CP201097 CP211152 CP
        221207 CP231262 CP241317 CP
        251372 CP261427 CP271482 CP
        281536 CP291591 CP301646 CP
        311674 CP321701 CP331729 CP
        341756 CP351783 CP361811 CP
        371838 CP381866 CP391893 CP
        401921 CP411945 CP421969 CP
        431994 CP442019 CP452044 CP
        462069 CP472094 CP482120 CP
        492146 CP502171 CP

        Arbok evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of EkansEkans
        • 50 Candy50 Candy
        		Thumbnail image of ArbokArbok
        • Ekans evolves into Arbok which costs 50 Candy.

        Arbok family

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

        Official artwork of EkansEkans
        Official artwork of ArbokArbok
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow EkansShadow Ekans
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ArbokShadow Arbok

        Arbok in the meta

        Arbok in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        ⚔️ Raids

        The Cobra (with a K) Pokémon! Arbok just about breaks into the top 100 Poison-type raid attackers, so it could be a budget option for starting trainers in a pinch. As a pure Poison type, its only use would be against Fairy or Grass-type raid bosses, of which there aren’t many that don’t also have a secondary type resisting Poison. If you do decide to use Arbok in raids, ensure you give it the best possible moveset of Acid and Gunk Shot.

        🛡️ Gyms

        Arbok isn’t recommended for defending gyms. Its stamina and defense aren’t worth writing home about, meaning you’ll constantly be topping up its health with berries.

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        🧸 Little League

        Even with its higher stat spread from evolving and an expanded movepool, Arbok doesn’t even get a mention in the Little League rankings. This includes limited type cups like the Halloween Cup. In almost all cases, the Drapion or Clodsire lines are much better Poison battlers.

        🔵 Great League

        This cobra maxes out at 2171 CP, well above the Great League threshold, but this alone can’t make Arbok competitive.

        🟡 Ultra League

        If you want a Poison type, use Drapion. If you want a snake, use Serperior.

        🟣 Master League

        Not a question that needs answering.

        Mega Pokémon that boost Arbok

        Photobomb

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

        Poison Poison

        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 Arbok 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 Arbok, 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#24
                Height3.5 m
                Weight65 kg
                RegionGeneration 1
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate20%
                Base Flee Rate0%
                Catch rewards
                Candy5
                Stardust300
                Additional Move Cost
                Candy50
                Stardust50000

                Size information

                XXSXSMXLXXL
                Arbok scaled to 1.2588235294117647x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Arbok scaled to 1.2794117647058825x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Arbok scaled to 2.308823529411765x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmArbok scaled to 3.338235294117647x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Arbok scaled to 3.8529411764705883x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                1.72 m1.75 m3.5 m5.25 m6.13 m

                Arbok's height ranges from 1.72 m to 6.13 m, with the average being 3.5 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 Arbok in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                SizeLower boundUpper bound
                XXS1.715 m1.75 m
                5′08″5′09″
                XS1.75 m3.5 m
                5′09″11′06″
                M2.625 m4.375 m
                8′07″14′04″
                XL4.375 m5.25 m
                14′04″17′03″
                XXL5.25 m6.125 m
                17′03″20′01″

                Encounter data

                Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
                Movement Timer23s
                Jump Time1s
                Attack Probability10.0%
                Attack Timer8s
                Dodge Probability15.0%
                Dodge Duration0.0s
                Dodge Distance1
                Min Action Frequency1s
                Max Action Frequency2s

                Arbok Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueIt is rumored that the ferocious warning markings on its belly differ from area to area.
                YellowThe frightening patterns on its belly have been studied. Six variations have been confirmed.
                GoldTransfixing prey with the face-like pattern on its belly, it binds and poisons the frightened victim.
                SilverWith a very venge­ ful nature, it won't give up the chase, no matter how far, once it targets its prey.
                CrystalTo intimidate foes, it spreads its chest wide and makes eerie sounds by expelling air from its mouth.
                Ruby, SapphireThis POKéMON is terrifically strong in order to constrict things with its body. It can even flatten steel oil drums. Once ARBOK wraps its body around its foe, escaping its crunching embrace is impossible.
                EmeraldThis POKéMON has a terrifically strong constricting power. It can even flatten steel oil drums. Once it wraps its body around its foe, escaping is impossible.
                FireRedThe pattern on its belly appears to be a frightening face. Weak foes will flee just at the sight of the pattern.
                LeafGreenIt is rumored that the ferocious warning markings on its belly differ from area to area.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The pattern on its belly is for intimidation. It constricts foes while they are frozen in fear.
                HeartGoldTransfixing prey with the face-like pattern on its belly, it binds and poisons the frightened victim.
                SoulSilverWith a very vengeful nature, it won’t give up the chase, no matter how far, once it targets its prey.
                XThe pattern on its belly appears to be a frightening face. Weak foes will flee just at the sight of the pattern.
                YTo intimidate foes, it spreads its chest wide and makes eerie sounds by expelling air from its mouth.
                Omega RubyThis Pokémon is terrifically strong in order to constrict things with its body. It can even flatten steel oil drums. Once Arbok wraps its body around its foe, escaping its crunching embrace is impossible.
                Alpha SapphireThis Pokémon is terrifically strong in order to constrict things with its body. It can even flatten steel oil drums. Once Arbok wraps its body around its foe, escaping its crunching embrace is impossible.
                Ultra SunThe latest research has determined that there are over 20 possible arrangements of the patterns on its stomach.
                Ultra MoonAfter stunning its opponents with the pattern on its stomach, it quickly wraps them up in its body and waits for them to stop moving.
                Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!The frightening patterns on its belly have been studied. Six variations have been confirmed.

                Sprites

                Photobomb

                Regular and Shiny Arbok

                Arbok high resolution sprites

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

                Wallpaper

                ArbokArbokArbokArbok

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Arbok’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Poison-type Pokémon, Arbok is weak to Ground and Psychic-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Arbok in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Arbok in Pokémon GO are Acid and Gunk Shot. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 9.085 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 106.612.

                How does Arbok perform in Raids?

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

                How does Arbok rank as a Poison-type attacker?

                Arbok is an F-Tier Poison-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Arbok?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Arbok: Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, and Mega Gengar.

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

                Arbok’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1921 CP and 2171 CP at Level 50.

                Can Arbok be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Arbok can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Arbok Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Arbok cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.