Arceus (Ghost)

Arceus (Ghost) is a Mythical Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,989 CP and is weak to Dark and Ghost-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Shadow Claw / Hyper Beam. It is boosted by Fog weather. Its shiny form is not yet available.

Arceus (Ghost) Stats and Max CP

238 ATK

238 DEF

237 HP

Lvl 50 Max CP

4510 CP

Lvl 40

3989 CP

Lvl 25 Weather Boost

2850 CP

Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs

2279 CP

Lvl 15 Research

1710 CP

Arceus (Ghost)'s Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker

Not ranked

Arceus (Ghost) Type Chart

Arceus (Ghost) takes increased damage from:

Dark160.0%

Ghost160.0%

Arceus (Ghost) takes reduced damage from:

Fighting39.1%

Normal39.1%

Bug62.5%

Poison62.5%

Arceus (Ghost) best moveset

Shadow Claw + Hyper Beam

Shadow Claw

Hyper Beam

Arceus (Ghost)'s best moveset is Shadow Claw and Hyper Beam, with 12.85 DPS (damage per second) and 430.1 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Fog and Partly Cloudy weather.

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Data table

1.	Shadow Claw	Hyper Beam	11.99	12.85	430.1
2.	Shadow Claw	Future Sight	11.87	12.72	425.7
3.	Shadow Claw	Outrage	11.84	12.69	424.9
4.	Iron Tail	Outrage	11.05	11.85	396.5
5.	Iron Tail	Hyper Beam	10.86	11.64	389.6
6.	Iron Tail	Future Sight	10.66	11.43	382.5

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Fast Attacks

Shadow Claw640.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Ghost160%
Psychic160%
Resisted by
Normal39.1%
Dark62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 4
Weather boost
Fog
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.1s - 0.3s
Trainer Battles
Damage 6
Energy 8

Effects
Shadow Claw has no special effects.
See Shadow Claw details page ↗
Iron Tail1461.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Rock160%
Ice160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Electric62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 14
Energy 6
Weather boost
Snow
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.8s - 0.9s
Trainer Battles
Damage 10
Energy 7

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

Damage	6
Energy	4
Weather boost	Fog
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.1s - 0.3s

Damage	6
Energy	8

Damage	14
Energy	6
Weather boost	Snow
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.8s - 0.9s

Damage	10
Energy	7

Charged Attacks

Outrage110504.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Dragon160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Fairy39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 110
Energy 50
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 4.0s
Damage window 2.6s - 3.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 110
Energy 60

Effects
Outrage has no special effects.
See Outrage details page ↗
Hyper Beam1501004.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Ghost39.1%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 150
Energy 100
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 4.0s
Damage window 3.5s - 3.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 150
Energy 80

Effects
Hyper Beam has no special effects.
See Hyper Beam details page ↗
Future Sight1151002.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Fighting160%
Poison160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Psychic62.5%
Dark39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 115
Energy 100
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.2s - 2.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 110
Energy 65

Effects
Future Sight has no special effects.
See Future Sight details page ↗

Damage	110
Energy	50
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	4.0s
Damage window	2.6s - 3.8s

Damage	110
Energy	60

Damage	150
Energy	100
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	4.0s
Damage window	3.5s - 3.8s

Damage	150
Energy	80

Damage	115
Energy	100
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.2s - 2.5s

Damage	110
Energy	65

More information

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

Arceus (Ghost) CP Chart

Arceus (Ghost) reaches a maximum of 3,989 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,190–2,279 CP, rising to 2,738–2,850 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,643–1,710 CP.

Max CP	3989 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	1643 CP - 1710 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	2190 CP - 2279 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	2190 CP - 2279 CP
	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
	2738 CP - 2850 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Arceus (Ghost) 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	56 CP	2	176 CP	3	297 CP
4	417 CP	5	538 CP	6	658 CP
7	779 CP	8	899 CP	9	1019 CP
10	1140 CP	11	1254 CP	12	1368 CP
13	1482 CP	14	1596 CP	15	1710 CP
16	1824 CP	17	1938 CP	18	2051 CP
19	2165 CP	20	2279 CP	21	2393 CP
22	2507 CP	23	2621 CP	24	2735 CP
25	2850 CP	26	2964 CP	27	3078 CP
28	3192 CP	29	3306 CP	30	3420 CP
31	3477 CP	32	3534 CP	33	3591 CP
34	3648 CP	35	3705 CP	36	3762 CP
37	3818 CP	38	3875 CP	39	3932 CP
40	3989 CP	41	4040 CP	42	4091 CP
43	4142 CP	44	4194 CP	45	4246 CP
46	4298 CP	47	4351 CP	48	4404 CP
49	4457 CP	50	4510 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 Arceus (Ghost)

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Arceus (Ghost)'s Ghost-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Arceus (Ghost).

Ghost

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	#493
Height	3.2 m
Weight	320 kg
Region	Generation 4
Can be traded	Not Allowed
Buddy distance	20 km
Released	No
Shiny released	No
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Flee Rate	0%
Catch rewards	3 100
Additional Move Cost	100 100000

Arceus (Ghost) family

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

Size information

Arceus (Ghost)'s height ranges from 1.57 m to 4.96 m, with the average being 3.2 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

1.57 m	1.6 m	3.2 m	4.8 m	4.96 m

Size bounds

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

Size	Lower bound	Upper bound
XXS	1.568 m	1.6 m
XXS	5′02″	5′03″
XS	1.6 m	3.2 m
XS	5′03″	10′06″
M	2.4 m	4 m
M	7′10″	13′01″
XL	4 m	4.8 m
XL	13′01″	15′09″
XXL	4.8 m	4.96 m
XXL	15′09″	16′03″

Encounter data

Movement type	MOVEMENT_HOVERING
Movement Timer	10s
Jump Time	1s
Attack Probability	10.0%
Attack Timer	29s
Dodge Probability	15.0%
Dodge Duration	0.0s
Dodge Distance	1
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	-

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

Power-Up Cost Calculator

Sprites

Regular and Shiny Arceus (Ghost)

Arceus (Ghost) high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Arceus (Ghost). 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

Arceus (Ghost) Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Diamond	It is described in mythology as the Pokémon that shaped the universe with its 1,000 arms.
Pearl	It is told in mythology that this Pokémon was born before the universe even existed.
Platinum, Black, White	It is said to have emerged from an egg in a place where there was nothing, then shaped the world.
HeartGold, SoulSilver	According to the legends of Sinnoh, this Pokémon emerged from an egg and shaped all there is in this world.
Black 2, White 2	It is said to have emerged from an egg in a place where there was nothing then shaped the world.
X, Omega Ruby	According to the legends of Sinnoh, this Pokémon emerged from an egg and shaped all there is in this world.
Y, Alpha Sapphire	It is told in mythology that this Pokémon was born before the universe even existed.
Legends: Arceus	It is the heavenly fount from which pours the light that shines across Hisui. Its luminance guides and protects all Pokémon. Hisuian mythology states that Arceus is the creator of all things.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Arceus (Ghost) in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Arceus (Ghost) in Pokémon GO are Shadow Claw and Hyper Beam. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.85 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 430.1.

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

What are Arceus (Ghost)’s strengths and weaknesses?

Ghost-type Pokémon are weak to Dark and Ghost-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Poison, Fighting, and Normal-type moves.

What is Arceus (Ghost)’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Arceus (Ghost)’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3,989 CP and 4,510 CP at Level 50.

Can Arceus (Ghost) be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Arceus (Ghost) cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

Can Arceus (Ghost) Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Arceus (Ghost) cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

What Mega Pokémon boost Arceus (Ghost)?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Arceus (Ghost): Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, Mega Banette, and Mega Chandelure.

Pokémon

Overview and stats

ATK

DEF

Moves and best movesets