Vulpix

Official artwork of VulpixFire
  • sunny
Vulpix is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Vulpix is a Fire-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Fire-type Pokémon, Vulpix is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

Vulpix's maximum Combat Power stat is 998 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Quick Attack and Weather Ball. Vulpix encounters are boosted during Sunny weather. Shiny Vulpix is available! ✨

StatsStats

Max CP998 CP
Attack96 ATK
Defense109 DEF
Stamina116 HP
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes

Vulpix Type Chart

Vulpix takes increased damage from:Vulpix takes increased damage from:
160%
  • Ground
  • Rock
  • Water
Vulpix takes reduced damage from:Vulpix takes reduced damage from:
63%
  • Bug
  • Fairy
  • Fire
  • Grass
  • Ice
  • Steel

Vulpix's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
Fire Fire-type Attacker
Ember / Weather Ball
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Regular and Shiny Vulpix

Vulpix's best moves and movesets

Moves
Vulpix's best moveset is Quick Attack and Weather Ball, with 5.35 DPS (damage per second) and 35.7 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy and Sunny weather.
  • DPS5.35
  • TDO35.74
  • Weather
    • partlyCloudy
    • sunny
      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.NormalQuick Attack FireWeather Ball 5.3535.78.1
      2.FireEmber FireWeather Ball 5.2234.87.9
      3.NormalQuick Attack FireFlamethrower 4.6230.87.0
      4.FireEmber FireFlamethrower 4.6130.86.9
      5.FireEmber NormalBody Slam 4.4329.66.7
      6.FireEmber FireFlame Charge 4.3729.26.6
      7.NormalQuick Attack NormalBody Slam 4.2828.66.5
      8.NormalQuick Attack FireFlame Charge 4.2328.26.4
      Pokédex informationMore information

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

      Fast Attacks

      • FireEmberDamage10Energy10Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Ember
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage10
        Energy10
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage7
        Energy6

        Effects
        Ember has no special effects.
        See Ember details page ↗
      • NormalQuick AttackDamage10Energy13Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Quick Attack
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
        • 39.1%
          • GhostGhost
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage10
        Energy13
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.5s - 0.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage5
        Energy8

        Effects
        Quick Attack has no special effects.
        See Quick Attack details page ↗

      Charged Moves

      • FireFlamethrowerDamage65Energy50Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Flamethrower
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage65
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.3s - 1.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage90
        Energy55

        Effects
        Flamethrower has no special effects.
        See Flamethrower details page ↗
      • FireFlame ChargeDamage70Energy33Duration4.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Flame Charge
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage70
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration4.0s
        Damage window3.1s - 3.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage65
        Energy50

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Flame Charge has a 100.0% chance to:

        • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
        See Flame Charge details page ↗
      • NormalBody SlamDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Body Slam
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
        • 39.1%
          • GhostGhost
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage50
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.3s - 1.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage50
        Energy35

        Effects
        Body Slam has no special effects.
        See Body Slam details page ↗
      • FireWeather BallDamage55Energy33Duration1.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Weather Ball
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage55
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration1.5s
        Damage window1.3s - 1.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage55
        Energy35

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

      Vulpix in the meta

      Vulpix in the meta

      PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

      ⚔️ RaidsVulpix is very cute. But with a max CP of 998 and a max attack stat of 96, Vulpix just isn’t built for raids.

      🔮 Dynamax – N/A

      PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

      🧸 Little Cup – You’d think an unevolved Pokémon with a max CP of 998 would not have any play in PvP. However, Vulpix is actually one of the best Pokémon for the 500 CP Little Cup formats. Vulpix has just the perfect stat spread for those leagues, being more bulk-oriented while still having respectable attack stats. Not only that, as a Fire-type, Vulpix is strong against some of the biggest threats you typically see in these formats, such as Bronzor and Cottonee.
      To achieve this, you’d typically run either Quick Attack or Ember as a fast attack and Weather Ball for your charged attack. Even neutrally, Vulpix can do very well in these leagues with Body Slam as a secondary attack. Since Pokémon don’t have that much bulk in these formats, even Body Slam can do more damage than you’d typically think it would do.

      🔵 Great League – With a max CP of 998, Vulpix is not strong enough for the Great League.

      🟡 Ultra League – With a max CP of 998, Vulpix is not strong enough for the Ultra League.

      🟣 Master League – With a max CP of 998, Vulpix is not close to being strong enough for the Master League.

      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Vulpix's has 998 max CP (at Level 50). A Vulpix obtained from Raids can be encountered from 463 CP to 504 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 579 CP to 631 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Vulpix can be found in the 347 CP to 378 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP998 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch347 CP - 378 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs463 CP - 504 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids463 CP - 504 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      579 CP - 631 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

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

      LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
      112 CP239 CP365 CP
      492 CP5119 CP6145 CP
      7172 CP8199 CP9225 CP
      10252 CP11277 CP12303 CP
      13328 CP14353 CP15378 CP
      16403 CP17429 CP18454 CP
      19479 CP20504 CP21530 CP
      22555 CP23580 CP24605 CP
      25631 CP26656 CP27681 CP
      28706 CP29732 CP30757 CP
      31770 CP32782 CP33795 CP
      34807 CP35820 CP36833 CP
      37845 CP38858 CP39870 CP
      40883 CP41894 CP42906 CP
      43917 CP44928 CP45940 CP
      46951 CP47963 CP48975 CP
      49987 CP50998 CP

      Pokédex information

      Kanto
      Pokédex Number#37
      Height0.6 m
      Weight9.9 kg
      RegionKanto Generation 1
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate20%
      Base Flee Rate0%
      Catch rewards
      3 Candy
      100 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      50 Candy
      50000 Candy

      Encounter data

      Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
      Movement Timer10s
      Jump Time1s
      Attack Probability10.0%
      Attack Timer29s
      Dodge Probability15.0%
      Dodge Duration0.0s
      Dodge Distance1
      Min Action Frequency1s
      Max Action Frequency2s

      Mega Pokémon that boost Vulpix

      Photobomb

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

      Fire Fire

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega 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 BonusWhile 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 Vulpix 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 Vulpix, 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

              Vulpix high resolution sprites

              Photobomb

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

              Wallpaper

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              Vulpix Pokédex entries

              Kanto
              VersionsPokédex entry
              Red, BlueAt the time of birth, it has just one tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
              YellowBoth its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
              GoldAs it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
              SilverIf it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
              CrystalAs its body grows larger, its six warm tails become more beautiful, with a more luxur­ ious coat of fur.
              RubyAt the time of its birth, VULPIX has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this POKéMON receives plenty of love from its TRAINER. The six tails become magnificently curled.
              SapphireInside VULPIX’s body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this POKéMON releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
              EmeraldIt can freely control fire, making fiery orbs fly like will-o’-the-wisps. Just before evolution, its six tails grow hot as if on fire.
              FireRedWhile young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
              LeafGreenWhen it is born, it has just one snow- white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
              Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIt controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
              HeartGoldAs it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
              SoulSilverIf it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
              Black 2, White 2As each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
              XWhen it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
              Y, SwordWhile young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
              Omega RubyAt the time of its birth, Vulpix has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this Pokémon receives plenty of love from its Trainer. The six tails become magnificently curled.
              Alpha SapphireInside Vulpix’s body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
              SunIts beautiful fur and tails have made it very popular. As it grows, its tails split to form more tails.
              MoonFrom its mouth spew flames that seem to resemble the spirits of the deceased. Some people mistakenly think this fire is a ghost.
              Ultra SunIts beautiful tails have made it very popular. However, if it’s not brushed diligently, it will be a mass of tangles before you know it.
              Ultra MoonIt manipulates balls of fire to catch its prey. If you raise one from when it’s young, it will grow close to you like a puppy Pokémon.
              Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Both its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
              ShieldAs each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
              Legends: ArceusIn its belly burns a fire, which Vulpix spits out in the form of fireballs. When young, this Pokémon has but one white tail. As the Pokémon matures, this single tail splits into six.

              Frequently Asked Questions

              What are Vulpix’s strengths and weaknesses?

              As a Fire-type Pokémon, Vulpix is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

              What are the best moves for Vulpix in Pokémon GO?

              The best moves for Vulpix in Pokémon GO are Quick Attack and Weather Ball. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 5.354 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 35.736.

              How does Vulpix perform in Raids?

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

              How does Vulpix rank as a Fire-type attacker?

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

              What Mega Pokémon boost Vulpix?

              The following Mega Pokémon boost Vulpix: Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, and Primal Groudon.

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

              Vulpix’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 883 CP and 998 CP at Level 50.

              Can Vulpix be shiny in Pokémon GO?

              Vulpix can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

              Can Vulpix Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

              Vulpix cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.