Minun
Minun is a Electric-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,694 CP and is weak to Ground-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Spark / Thunderbolt. It is boosted by Rain weather. Its shiny form is available.
Minun Stats and Max CP
Minun's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis
Minun Type Chart
Minun takes increased damage from:
Minun takes reduced damage from:
Minun best moveset
| 1. | 7.22 | 8.43 | 123.9 | ||
| 2. | 7.14 | 8.34 | 122.5 | ||
| 3. | 7.13 | 8.33 | 122.3 | ||
| 4. | 7.04 | 8.23 | 120.9 | ||
| 5. | 6.93 | 8.09 | 118.9 | ||
| 6. | 6.83 | 7.99 | 117.3 | ||
| 7. | 5.30 | 6.20 | 91.1 | ||
| 8. | 5.17 | 6.04 | 88.8 |
Fast Attacks
Spark4
6
0.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%

Water
- 62.5%
Grass
Electric
Dragon
- 39.1%
Ground
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 4 Energy 6 Weather boost
Rain
Duration 0.5s Damage window 0.1s - 0.5s Trainer Battles Damage 5 Energy 7 Effects Spark has no special effects.See Spark details page ↗
Quick Attack10
13
1.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
Rock
Steel
- 39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 10 Energy 13 Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 1.0s Damage window 0.5s - 0.8s Trainer Battles Damage 5 Energy 8 Effects Quick Attack has no special effects.See Quick Attack details page ↗
Charged Attacks
Discharge65
33
2.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%

Water
- 62.5%
Grass
Electric
Dragon
- 39.1%
Ground
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 65 Energy 33 Weather boost
Rain
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.7s - 2.1s Trainer Battles Damage 55 Energy 40 Effects Discharge has no special effects.See Discharge details page ↗
Thunderbolt80
50
2.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%

Water
- 62.5%
Grass
Electric
Dragon
- 39.1%
Ground
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 80 Energy 50 Weather boost
Rain
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.8s - 2.3s Trainer Battles Damage 90 Energy 55 Effects Thunderbolt has no special effects.See Thunderbolt details page ↗
Grass Knot90
50
2.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
- 62.5%

Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 90 Energy 50 Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.6s - 2.5s Trainer Battles Damage 90 Energy 50 Effects Grass Knot has no special effects.See Grass Knot details page ↗
Swift65
50
3.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
Rock
Steel
- 39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 65 Energy 50 Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 3.0s Damage window 2.2s - 2.8s Trainer Battles Damage 55 Energy 35 Effects Swift has no special effects.See Swift details page ↗
More information
The following chart shows Minun's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Minun'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 Minun has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Minun CP Chart
Minun reaches a maximum of 1,694 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 910–968 CP, rising to 1,138–1,210 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 682–726 CP.
| 1694 CP | |
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
| 682 CP - 726 CP | |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 910 CP - 968 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 910 CP - 968 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 1138 CP - 1210 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
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.
Max Combat Power per Level chart
Minun 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 | 23 CP | 2 | 75 CP | 3 | 126 CP |
| 4 | 177 CP | 5 | 228 CP | 6 | 279 CP |
| 7 | 330 CP | 8 | 382 CP | 9 | 433 CP |
| 10 | 484 CP | 11 | 532 CP | 12 | 581 CP |
| 13 | 629 CP | 14 | 677 CP | 15 | 726 CP |
| 16 | 774 CP | 17 | 823 CP | 18 | 871 CP |
| 19 | 919 CP | 20 | 968 CP | 21 | 1016 CP |
| 22 | 1065 CP | 23 | 1113 CP | 24 | 1162 CP |
| 25 | 1210 CP | 26 | 1258 CP | 27 | 1307 CP |
| 28 | 1355 CP | 29 | 1404 CP | 30 | 1452 CP |
| 31 | 1476 CP | 32 | 1501 CP | 33 | 1525 CP |
| 34 | 1549 CP | 35 | 1573 CP | 36 | 1597 CP |
| 37 | 1621 CP | 38 | 1646 CP | 39 | 1670 CP |
| 40 | 1694 CP | 41 | 1716 CP | 42 | 1737 CP |
| 43 | 1759 CP | 44 | 1781 CP | 45 | 1803 CP |
| 46 | 1825 CP | 47 | 1848 CP | 48 | 1870 CP |
| 49 | 1893 CP | 50 | 1915 CP |
Pokédex information
| Pokédex Number | #312 |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.41 m |
| Weight | 4.2 kg |
| Region | Generation 3 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards | |
| Additional Move Cost |
Evolution Chart
Minun has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.
Mega Pokémon that boost Minun
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Minun's Electric-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Minun.
Electric
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.
Power-up costs
| Stardust | Candy | Candy XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL 50 | 520,000 | 304 | 296 |
| LVL 40 | 280,000 | 304 | 10 |
| LVL 35 | 190,000 | 196 | - |
| LVL 30 | 125,000 | 126 | - |
| LVL 25 | 80,000 | 87 | - |
| LVL 20 | 47,500 | 58 | - |
| LVL 15 | 25,500 | 38 | - |
| LVL 10 | 11,000 | 19 | - |
| LVL 5 | 3,000 | 9 | - |
Minun Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Minun 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 Minun in Pokémon GO.
Minun family
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Minun in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
MinunSize information
| XXS | XS | M | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 0.2 m | 0.21 m | 0.41 m | 0.62 m | 0.72 m |
Minun's height ranges from 0.2 m to 0.72 m, with the average being 0.41 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 Minun in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.2009 m | 0.205 m |
| 0′08″ | 0′08″ | |
| XS | 0.205 m | 0.41 m |
| 0′08″ | 1′04″ | |
| M | 0.3075 m | 0.5125 m |
| 1′00″ | 1′08″ | |
| XL | 0.5125 m | 0.615 m |
| 1′08″ | 2′00″ | |
| XXL | 0.615 m | 0.7175 m |
| 2′00″ | 2′04″ |
Encounter data
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 11s |
| Jump Time | 2s |
| Attack Probability | 10.0% |
| Attack Timer | 20s |
| Dodge Probability | 15.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
Sprites
Regular and Shiny Minun
Minun high resolution sprites
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Minun. 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
Minun Pokédex entries
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Ruby | MINUN is more concerned about cheering on its partners than its own safety. It shorts out the electricity in itsbody to create brilliant showers of sparks to cheer on its teammates. |
| Sapphire | MINUN loves to cheer on its partner in battle. It gives off sparks from its body while it is doing so.If its partner is in trouble, this POKéMON gives off increasing amounts of sparks. |
| Emerald | At a meeting of POKéMON academics, it was announced that simultaneous exposure to electricity from a PLUSLE and MINUN will promote circulation and boost vitality. |
| FireRed, LeafGreen | Its dislike of water makes it take shelter under the eaves of houses in rain. It uses pom-poms made of sparks for cheering. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2 | It cheers on friends. If its friends are losing, its body lets off more and more sparks. |
| HeartGold, SoulSilver | Exposure to electricity from MINUN and PLUSLE promotes blood circulation and relaxes muscles. |
| X | Exposure to electricity from Minun and Plusle promotes blood circulation and relaxes muscles. |
| Y | It cheers on friends. If its friends are losing, its body lets off more and more sparks. |
| Omega Ruby | Minun is more concerned about cheering on its partners than its own safety. It shorts out the electricity in its body to create brilliant showers of sparks to cheer on its teammates. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Minun loves to cheer on its partner in battle. It gives off sparks from its body while it is doing so. If its partner is in trouble, this Pokémon gives off increasing amounts of sparks. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Minun’s strengths and weaknesses?
As a Electric-type Pokémon, Minun is weak to Ground-type moves.
What are the best moves for Minun in Pokémon GO?
The best moves for Minun in Pokémon GO are Spark and Thunderbolt. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 8.434 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 123.912.
How does Minun perform in Raids?
Minun's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.
How does Minun rank as a Electric-type attacker?
Minun is an E-Tier Electric-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.
What Mega Pokémon boost Minun?
The following Mega Pokémon boost Minun: Mega Raichu X, Mega Raichu Y, Mega Ampharos, Mega Manectric, and Primal Kyogre.
What is Minun’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?
Minun’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1694 CP and 1915 CP at Level 50.
Can Minun be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Minun can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Can Minun Dynamax in Pokémon GO?
Minun cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.













