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Deoxys (Defense Forme)

Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Psychic
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Deoxys (Defense Forme) is a Mythical Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,274 CP and is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Zen Headbutt / Psycho Boost. It is boosted by Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Deoxys (Defense Forme) Stats and Max CP

144 ATK
330 DEF
137 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2570 CP
Lvl 40
2274 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1624 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1299 CP
Lvl 15 Research
974 CP

Deoxys (Defense Forme)'s Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Deoxys (Defense Forme) PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Deoxys (Defense Forme) is not the one you want to bring to raids. With a sky-high defense stat and poor attack, plus a fairly average moveset to boot, Deoxys (Defense Forme) is better suited to PvP than the raid scene.

🛡️ Gyms

As a mythical Pokémon, Deoxys cannot currently be placed in a gym.

Deoxys (Defense Forme) PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Deoxys has had an interesting history in PvP. It was once one of the top picks before Counter got nerfed. But with the recent buff to Psycho Boost and with Low Kick in its armory, it has regained a lot of lost ground. It now has a pretty decent win-loss record, which even flips towards the positive side in zero-shield scenario thanks to the buffed Psycho Boost damage.

🟡 Ultra League

Deoxys’ path in Ultra League is similar to Great League. Once, a top meta pick followed by months in the wilderness and now back in meta contention, though not as relevant as it was in the Great League. Also, Deoxys Defense demands heavy XL investment, something which isn’t as easy to do for a Mythical. Build one if you can afford, if not, then no worries! There are other options available.

🟣 Master League

With a max CP of 2570, Deoxys Defense is not made to compete in the Master League scene.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
PsychicPsychic-type
#107
Great LeagueGreat League
#34
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#42
Master LeagueMaster League
#389

Deoxys (Defense Forme) Type Chart

Deoxys (Defense Forme) takes increased damage from:Deoxys (Defense Forme) takes increased damage from:

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

Deoxys (Defense Forme) takes reduced damage from:Deoxys (Defense Forme) takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting62.5%
PsychicPsychic62.5%

Deoxys (Defense Forme) best moveset

Moves

Zen Headbutt + Psycho Boost

Psychic
PsychicZen Headbutt
PsychicPsycho Boost
Deoxys (Defense Forme)'s best Psychic-type moveset is Zen Headbutt / Psycho Boost, with 10.63 DPS and 292.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Windy weather. Deoxys (Defense Forme) ranks #107 (D Tier) as a Psychic attacker with that moveset.
1.PsychicZen HeadbuttPsychicPsycho Boost9.7710.63292.2
2.FightingLow KickPsychicPsycho Boost9.7510.61291.5
3.FightingCounterPsychicPsycho Boost9.7410.60291.3
4.PsychicZen HeadbuttElectricThunderbolt6.977.59208.5
5.FightingCounterElectricThunderbolt6.927.54207.1
6.PsychicZen HeadbuttRockRock Slide6.747.34201.8
7.FightingLow KickElectricThunderbolt6.717.31200.8
8.FightingCounterRockRock Slide6.707.29200.4
1–8 of 9

Fast Attacks

  • FightingLow Kick550.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Low Kick
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Low Kick has no special effects.
    See Low Kick details page ↗
  • FightingCounter1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Counter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Counter has no special effects.
    See Counter details page ↗
  • PsychicZen Headbutt1191.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Zen Headbutt
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage11
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Zen Headbutt has no special effects.
    See Zen Headbutt details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • ElectricThunderbolt80502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Thunderbolt
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • GrassGrass
      • ElectricElectric
      • DragonDragon
    • 39.1%
      • GroundGround
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.8s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Thunderbolt has no special effects.
    See Thunderbolt details page ↗
  • PsychicPsycho Boost130334.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Psycho Boost
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage130
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window3.5s - 4.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Psycho Boost has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Attack by 33.3%
    See Psycho Boost details page ↗
  • RockRock Slide75502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Rock Slide
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage75
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy45

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

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

Deoxys (Defense Forme) CP Chart

CP Chart

Deoxys (Defense Forme) reaches a maximum of 2,274 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,228–1,299 CP, rising to 1,535–1,624 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 921–974 CP.

Max CPMax CP2274 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch921 CP - 974 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1228 CP - 1299 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1228 CP - 1299 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1535 CP - 1624 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Deoxys (Defense Forme) Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
132 CP2100 CP3169 CP
4238 CP5306 CP6375 CP
7444 CP8512 CP9581 CP
10649 CP11714 CP12779 CP
13844 CP14909 CP15974 CP
161039 CP171104 CP181169 CP
191234 CP201299 CP211364 CP
221429 CP231494 CP241559 CP
251624 CP261689 CP271754 CP
281819 CP291884 CP301949 CP
311981 CP322014 CP332046 CP
342079 CP352111 CP362144 CP
372176 CP382209 CP392241 CP
402274 CP412302 CP422332 CP
432361 CP442390 CP452420 CP
462450 CP472480 CP482510 CP
492540 CP502570 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#386
Height1.7 m
Weight60.8 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedNot Allowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate1%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Deoxys (Defense Forme) has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Deoxys (Defense Forme)

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Deoxys (Defense Forme)'s Psychic-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Deoxys (Defense Forme).

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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy296 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy10 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Deoxys (Defense Forme) Candy-

Deoxys (Defense Forme) Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Deoxys (Defense Forme) 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 Deoxys (Defense Forme) in Pokémon GO.

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Deoxys (Defense Forme) family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Deoxys (Defense Forme) in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

Deoxys (Attack Forme) (Attack)Deoxys (Attack Forme)
Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Deoxys (Defense Forme)
Deoxys (Normal Forme) (Normal)Deoxys (Normal Forme)
Deoxys (Speed Forme) (Speed)Deoxys (Speed Forme)

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmDeoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)Deoxys (Defense Forme) (Defense)
0.83 m0.85 m1.7 m2.55 m2.64 m

Deoxys (Defense Forme)'s height ranges from 0.83 m to 2.64 m, with the average being 1.7 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 Deoxys (Defense Forme) in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.833 m0.85 m
2′09″2′09″
XS0.85 m1.7 m
2′09″5′07″
M1.275 m2.125 m
4′02″6′12″
XL2.125 m2.55 m
6′12″8′04″
XXL2.55 m2.635 m
8′04″8′08″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer20s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Deoxys (Defense Forme)

Deoxys (Defense Forme) high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Deoxys (Defense Forme). 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

Deoxys (Defense Forme) Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Deoxys (Defense Forme) Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyThe DNA of a space virus underwent a sudden mutation upon exposure to a laser beam and resulted in DEOXYS. The crystalline organ on this POKéMON’s chest appears to be its brain.
SapphireDEOXYS emerged from a virus that came from space. It is highly intelligent and wields psychokinetic powers. This POKéMON shoots lasers from the crystalline organ on its chest.
EmeraldA POKéMON that mutated from an extraterrestrial virus exposed to a laser beam. Its body is configured for superior agility and speed.
FireRedThis DEOXYS has transformed into its aggressive guise. It can fool enemies by altering its appearance.
LeafGreenWhen it changes form, an aurora appears. It absorbs attacks by altering its cellular structure.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2An alien virus that fell to earth on a meteor underwent a DNA mutation to become this Pokémon.
HeartGold, SoulSilverDNA from a space virus mutated and became a Pokémon. It appears where auroras are seen.
XAn alien virus that fell to earth on a meteor underwent a DNA mutation to become this Pokémon.
YDNA from a space virus mutated and became a Pokémon. It appears where auroras are seen.
Omega RubyThe DNA of a space virus underwent a sudden mutation upon exposure to a laser beam and resulted in Deoxys. The crystalline organ on this Pokémon’s chest appears to be its brain.
Alpha SapphireDeoxys emerged from a virus that came from space. It is highly intelligent and wields psychokinetic powers. This Pokémon shoots lasers from the crystalline organ on its chest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Deoxys (Defense Forme)’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Psychic-type Pokémon, Deoxys (Defense Forme) is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves.

What are the best moves for Deoxys (Defense Forme) in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Deoxys (Defense Forme) in Pokémon GO are Zen Headbutt and Psycho Boost. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 10.633 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 292.161.

How does Deoxys (Defense Forme) perform in Raids?

Deoxys (Defense Forme)'s Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Deoxys (Defense Forme) rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

Deoxys (Defense Forme) is a D-Tier Psychic-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Deoxys (Defense Forme)?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Deoxys (Defense Forme): Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Metagross, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Gallade, Mega Delphox, and Mega Malamar.

What is Deoxys (Defense Forme)’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Deoxys (Defense Forme)’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2274 CP and 2570 CP at Level 50.

Can Deoxys (Defense Forme) be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Deoxys (Defense Forme) can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Deoxys (Defense Forme) Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Deoxys (Defense Forme) cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.