Ninjask

Ninjask is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,969 CP and is weak to Rock, Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / Bug Buzz. It is boosted by Rain and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Ninjask Stats and Max CP

199 ATK

112 DEF

156 HP

Lvl 50 Max CP

2226 CP

Lvl 40

1969 CP

Lvl 25 Weather Boost

1406 CP

Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs

1125 CP

Lvl 15 Research

844 CP

Ninjask's Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker

Not ranked

Bug-type

#70

Flying-type

#144

Great League

#901

Ninjask Type Chart

Ninjask takes increased damage from:

Rock256.0%

Electric160.0%

Fire160.0%

Flying160.0%

Ice160.0%

Ninjask takes reduced damage from:

Ground24.4%

Fighting39.1%

Grass39.1%

Bug62.5%

Ninjask best moveset

Fury Cutter + Bug Buzz

Fury Cutter

Bug Buzz

Ninjask's best Bug-type moveset is Fury Cutter / Bug Buzz, with 11.03 DPS and 125.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Ninjask ranks #70 (D Tier) as a Bug attacker with that moveset.

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Data table

1.	Fury Cutter	Bug Buzz	9.06	11.03	125.6
2.	Fury Cutter	Shadow Ball	8.90	10.83	123.4
3.	Metal Claw	Bug Buzz	8.63	10.51	119.7
4.	Metal Claw	Shadow Ball	8.49	10.33	117.7
5.	Fury Cutter	Aerial Ace	8.11	9.87	112.4
6.	Metal Claw	Aerial Ace	7.97	9.70	110.4

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Fast Attacks

Fury Cutter480.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Grass160%
Psychic160%
Dark160%
Resisted by
Fighting62.5%
Flying62.5%
Poison62.5%
Ghost62.5%
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 4
Energy 8
Weather boost
Rain
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.2s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 3
Energy 4

Effects
Fury Cutter has no special effects.
See Fury Cutter details page ↗
Metal Claw650.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Rock160%
Ice160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Electric62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 5
Weather boost
Snow
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.2s - 0.4s
Trainer Battles
Damage 5
Energy 7

Effects
Metal Claw has no special effects.
See Metal Claw details page ↗

Damage	4
Energy	8
Weather boost	Rain
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.2s - 0.5s

Damage	3
Energy	4

Damage	6
Energy	5
Weather boost	Snow
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.2s - 0.4s

Damage	5
Energy	7

Charged Attacks

Bug Buzz95503.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Grass160%
Psychic160%
Dark160%
Resisted by
Fighting62.5%
Flying62.5%
Poison62.5%
Ghost62.5%
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 95
Energy 50
Weather boost
Rain
Duration 3.5s
Damage window 1.8s - 2.9s
Trainer Battles
Damage 100
Energy 60

Effects
Special
Bug Buzz has a 30.0% chance to:
Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
See Bug Buzz details page ↗
Aerial Ace55332.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Fighting160%
Bug160%
Grass160%
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Steel62.5%
Electric62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 55
Energy 33
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 2.0s - 2.3s
Trainer Battles
Damage 60
Energy 45

Effects
Aerial Ace has no special effects.
See Aerial Ace details page ↗
Shadow Ball100503.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Ghost160%
Psychic160%
Resisted by
Normal39.1%
Dark62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 100
Energy 50
Weather boost
Fog
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 2.4s - 2.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 90
Energy 50

Effects
Shadow Ball has no special effects.
See Shadow Ball details page ↗

Damage	95
Energy	50
Weather boost	Rain
Duration	3.5s
Damage window	1.8s - 2.9s

Damage	100
Energy	60

Damage	55
Energy	33
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	2.0s - 2.3s

Damage	60
Energy	45

Damage	100
Energy	50
Weather boost	Fog
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	2.4s - 2.8s

Damage	90
Energy	50

More information

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

Ninjask CP Chart

Ninjask reaches a maximum of 1,969 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,061–1,125 CP, rising to 1,326–1,406 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 796–844 CP.

Max CP	1969 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	796 CP - 844 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	1061 CP - 1125 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	1061 CP - 1125 CP
	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
	1326 CP - 1406 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	27 CP	2	87 CP	3	146 CP
4	206 CP	5	265 CP	6	325 CP
7	384 CP	8	444 CP	9	503 CP
10	562 CP	11	619 CP	12	675 CP
13	731 CP	14	787 CP	15	844 CP
16	900 CP	17	956 CP	18	1012 CP
19	1069 CP	20	1125 CP	21	1181 CP
22	1238 CP	23	1294 CP	24	1350 CP
25	1406 CP	26	1463 CP	27	1519 CP
28	1575 CP	29	1632 CP	30	1688 CP
31	1716 CP	32	1744 CP	33	1772 CP
34	1800 CP	35	1829 CP	36	1857 CP
37	1885 CP	38	1913 CP	39	1941 CP
40	1969 CP	41	1994 CP	42	2019 CP
43	2045 CP	44	2070 CP	45	2096 CP
46	2122 CP	47	2148 CP	48	2174 CP
49	2200 CP	50	2226 CP

More 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.

Mega Pokémon that boost Ninjask

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

Bug

Flying

More 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.

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#291
Height	0.79 m
Weight	12 kg
Region	Generation 3
Can be traded	Allowed
Buddy distance	5 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Flee Rate	0%
Catch rewards	5 300
Additional Move Cost	75 75000

Evolution Chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Nincada	50 Candy	Ninjask

Nincada evolves into Ninjask which costs 50 Candy.

Ninjask family

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

Nincada

Ninjask

Shedinja

Size information

Ninjask's height ranges from 0.39 m to 1.38 m, with the average being 0.79 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.

XXS	XS	M	XL	XXL

0.39 m	0.4 m	0.79 m	1.19 m	1.38 m

Size bounds

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

Size	Lower bound	Upper bound
XXS	0.3871 m	0.395 m
XXS	1′03″	1′04″
XS	0.395 m	0.79 m
XS	1′04″	2′07″
M	0.5925 m	0.9875 m
M	1′11″	3′03″
XL	0.9875 m	1.185 m
XL	3′03″	3′11″
XXL	1.185 m	1.3825 m
XXL	3′11″	4′06″

Encounter data

Movement type	MOVEMENT_ELECTRIC
Movement Timer	11s
Jump Time	2s
Attack Probability	10.0%
Attack Timer	20s
Dodge Probability	30.0%
Dodge Duration	0.0s
Dodge Distance	0.35
Min Action Frequency	1s
Max Action Frequency	2s

Power-up costs

LVL	Stardust	Candy	Candy XL
50	520,000	304	296
40	280,000	304	10
35	190,000	196	-
30	125,000	126	-
25	80,000	87	-
20	47,500	58	-
15	25,500	38	-
10	11,000	19	-
5	3,000	9	-

Ninjask Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Ninjask 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 Ninjask in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Cost Calculator

Sprites

Regular and Shiny Ninjask

Ninjask high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Ninjask. 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

Wallpaper

Ninjask Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Ruby	NINJASK moves around at such a high speed that it cannot be seen, even while its crying can be clearly heard.For that reason, this POKéMON was long believed to be invisible.
Sapphire	If NINJASK is not trained properly, it will refuse to obey the TRAINER and cry loudly continuously.Because of this quality, this POKéMON is said to be one that puts the TRAINER’s abilities to the test.
Emerald	Because it darts about vigorously at high speed, it is very difficult to see. Hearing its distinctive cries for too long induces a headache.
FireRed, LeafGreen	This POKéMON is so quick, it is said to be able to avoid any attack. It loves to feed on tree sap.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2	Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
HeartGold, SoulSilver	Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
X, Sword	Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
Y	Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
Omega Ruby	Ninjask moves around at such a high speed that it cannot be seen, even while its crying can be clearly heard. For that reason, this Pokémon was long believed to be invisible.
Alpha Sapphire	If Ninjask is not trained properly, it will refuse to obey the Trainer and cry loudly continuously. Because of this quality, this Pokémon is said to be one that puts the Trainer’s abilities to the test.
Shield	This Pokémon is so quick, it is said to be able to avoid any attack. It loves to feed on tree sap.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Ninjask in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Ninjask in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.03 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 125.6.

Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.

What are Ninjask’s strengths and weaknesses?

Bug and Flying-type Pokémon are weak to Rock, Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type moves.

How does Ninjask perform in Raids?

Ninjask ranks #70 among Bug-type attackers (D Tier).

Ninjask ranks #144 among Flying-type attackers (E Tier).

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

Ninjask’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,969 CP and 2,226 CP at Level 50.

Can Ninjask be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Ninjask can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Ninjask Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Ninjask cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

What Mega Pokémon boost Ninjask?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Ninjask: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Dragonite, Mega Skarmory, Mega Salamence, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Staraptor.

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