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Tentacruel

TentacruelWater Poison
  • rain
  • cloudy
Tentacruel is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Tentacruel is a Water and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,422 CP and is weak to Electric, Ground, and Psychic-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Wave. It is boosted by Rain and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Tentacruel Stats and Max CP

166 ATK
209 DEF
190 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2738 CP
Lvl 40
2422 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1730 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1384 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1038 CP

Tentacruel's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Tentacruel PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Tentacruel's stats are designed for defense, with its ATK being its weakest and most unimpressive stat. As such, this popular Gen 2 Pokémon has no use in Raid Battles.

In Gyms, it is a decent defender, flexing good bulk and with type resistances, including the commonly used Fighting types.

Tentacruel PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Bulky, fast, and hard-hitting, Tentacruel ticks all boxes in the Great League and beats multiple threats in this format. From the expected bunch of Fairy and Fighting types, to Talonflame (both regular and Shadow), Blastoise, Feraligatr, Shadow Empoleon, Shadow Dusknoir, and Regidrago, this Pokémon is a menace for your opponent.

🟡 Ultra League

Tentacruel is at its best in the Ultra League where its defining trait of being a bulky brawler and its eight handy resistances make it one of the top Pokémon. Dominance against Fairy, Water, and Fighting types, as well as impressive wins over Ghosts like Shadow Dusknoir, Trevenant, Skeledirge, Gourgeist, and others like Talonflame, Golisopod, and Shadow Drapion all establish this Pokémon as a premier choice for even the most seasoned battlers. It's so good that it can even reduce Shadow Scizor to nearly no HP in an even battle. Tentacruel is a legitimate match-winner that you can invest in without a second thought! 🙌

🟣 Master League

Tentacruel lacks the stats to compete in the Master League, maxing out at only 2738 CP.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Gym DefenderGym Defender
#72
WaterWater-type
#174
PoisonPoison-type
#78
Great LeagueGreat League
#192
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#78
Master LeagueMaster League
#309

Tentacruel Type Chart

Tentacruel takes increased damage from:Tentacruel takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%

Tentacruel takes reduced damage from:Tentacruel takes reduced damage from:

BugBug62.5%
FairyFairy62.5%
FightingFighting62.5%
FireFire62.5%
IceIce62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Tentacruel best moveset

Moves

Poison Jab + Sludge Wave

Poison
PoisonPoison Jab
PoisonSludge Wave
Tentacruel's best Poison-type moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Wave, with 9.32 DPS and 225.1 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Tentacruel ranks #78 (D Tier) as a Poison attacker with that moveset.
1.PoisonPoison JabWaterHydro Pump9.1010.02242.0
2.PoisonAcidWaterHydro Pump8.619.48229.1
3.PoisonPoison JabIceBlizzard8.579.43227.9
4.PoisonPoison StingWaterHydro Pump8.479.33225.3
5.PoisonPoison JabPoisonSludge Wave8.469.32225.1
6.PoisonPoison JabDarkPayback8.219.04218.4
7.PoisonAcidIceBlizzard8.028.83213.4
8.PoisonPoison JabWaterScald7.978.78212.2
1–8 of 18

Fast Attacks

  • PoisonPoison Jab1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Poison Jab
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.4s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage7
    Energy7

    Effects
    Poison Jab has no special effects.
    See Poison Jab details page ↗
  • PoisonAcid11101.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Acid
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage11
    Energy10
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Acid has no special effects.
    See Acid details page ↗
  • PoisonPoison Sting460.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Poison Sting
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Poison Sting has no special effects.
    See Poison Sting details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkPayback951002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Payback
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window0.9s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy60

    Effects
    Payback has no special effects.
    See Payback details page ↗
  • IceBlizzard1301003.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Blizzard
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • GroundGround
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • IceIce
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage130
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage140
    Energy75

    Effects
    Blizzard has no special effects.
    See Blizzard details page ↗
  • PoisonAcid Spray20503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Acid Spray
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage20
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.1s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage20
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Acid Spray has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 33.3%
    See Acid Spray details page ↗
  • PoisonSludge Wave1051003.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Sludge Wave
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.8s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy65

    Effects
    Sludge Wave has no special effects.
    See Sludge Wave details page ↗
  • WaterScald75503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Scald
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage75
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 3.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Scald has a 30.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
    See Scald details page ↗
  • WaterHydro Pump1351003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Hydro Pump
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage135
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 3.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage130
    Energy75

    Effects
    Hydro Pump has no special effects.
    See Hydro Pump details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Tentacruel CP Chart

CP Chart

Tentacruel reaches a maximum of 2,422 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,314–1,384 CP, rising to 1,643–1,730 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 986–1,038 CP.

Max CPMax CP2422 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch986 CP - 1038 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1314 CP - 1384 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1314 CP - 1384 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1643 CP - 1730 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

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
134 CP2107 CP3180 CP
4253 CP5326 CP6399 CP
7472 CP8546 CP9619 CP
10692 CP11761 CP12830 CP
13899 CP14969 CP151038 CP
161107 CP171176 CP181245 CP
191315 CP201384 CP211453 CP
221522 CP231591 CP241661 CP
251730 CP261799 CP271868 CP
281938 CP292007 CP302076 CP
312111 CP322145 CP332180 CP
342214 CP352249 CP362284 CP
372318 CP382353 CP392387 CP
402422 CP412453 CP422484 CP
432515 CP442546 CP452578 CP
462609 CP472641 CP482673 CP
492706 CP502738 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#73
Height1.6 m
Weight55 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
TentacoolTentacool
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
TentacruelTentacruel
  • Tentacool evolves into Tentacruel which costs 50 Candy.

Mega Pokémon that boost Tentacruel

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Tentacruel's Water and Poison-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Tentacruel.

Water Water

Poison Poison

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 Tentacruel Candy296 Tentacruel Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Tentacruel Candy10 Tentacruel Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Tentacruel Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Tentacruel Candy-

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

Power-Up Calculator

Tentacruel family

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

TentacoolTentacool
TentacruelTentacruel
Shadow Tentacool (Shadow)Shadow Tentacool
Shadow Tentacruel (Shadow)Shadow Tentacruel

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
TentacruelTentacruelTentacruelScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmTentacruelTentacruel
0.78 m0.8 m1.6 m2.4 m3.2 m

Tentacruel's height ranges from 0.78 m to 3.2 m, with the average being 1.6 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 Tentacruel in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.784 m0.8 m
2′07″2′07″
XS0.8 m1.6 m
2′07″5′03″
M1.2 m2 m
3′11″6′07″
XL2 m2.4 m
6′07″7′10″
XXL2.4 m3.2 m
7′10″10′06″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_HOVERING
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer4s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.6
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Tentacruel

Tentacruel high resolution sprites

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

Tentacruel Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

TentacruelTentacruelTentacruelTentacruel

Tentacruel Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueThe tentacles are normally kept short. On hunts, they are extended to ensnare and immobilize prey.
YellowIts 80 tentacles can stretch and contract freely. They wrap around prey and weaken it with poison.
GoldIts 80 tentacles absorb water and stretch almost endlessly to CON­ STRICT its prey and enemies.
SilverIn battle, it extends all 80 of its tentacles to entrap its oppo­ nent inside a poisonous net.
CrystalWhen its 80 feel­ ers absorb water, it stretches to become like a net to entangle its prey.
RubyTENTACRUEL has large red orbs on its head. The orbs glow before lashing the vicinity with a harsh ultrasonic blast. This POKéMON’s outburst creates rough waves around it.
SapphireTENTACRUEL has tentacles that can be freely elongated and shortened at will. It ensnares prey with its tentacles and weakens the prey by dosing it with a harsh toxin. It can catch up to 80 prey at the same time.
EmeraldIt lives in complex rock formations on the ocean floor and traps prey using its 80 tentacles. Its red orbs glow when it grows excited or agitated.
FireRedIt has 80 tentacles that move about freely. They can sting, causing poisoning and sharp, stabbing pain.
LeafGreenThe tentacles are normally kept short. On hunts, they are extended to ensnare and immobilize prey.
DiamondWith 80 tentacles for ensnaring victims, it prevents escape until the prey is weakened by poison.
PearlIt alerts others to danger by stridently flashing the red orbs on its head.
Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It extends its 80 tentacles to form an encircling poisonous net that is difficult to escape.
HeartGoldIts 80 tentacles absorb water and stretch almost endlessly to constrict its prey and enemies.
SoulSilverIn battle, it extends all 80 of its tentacles to entrap its opponent inside a poisonous net.
XThe tentacles are normally kept short. On hunts, they are extended to ensnare and immobilize prey.
YIt has 80 tentacles that move about freely. They can sting, causing poisoning and sharp, stabbing pain.
Omega RubyTentacruel has large red orbs on its head. The orbs glow before lashing the vicinity with a harsh ultrasonic blast. This Pokémon’s outburst creates rough waves around it.
Alpha SapphireTentacruel has tentacles that can be freely elongated and shortened at will. It ensnares prey with its tentacles and weakens the prey by dosing it with a harsh toxin. It can catch up to 80 prey at the same time.
SunNormally, it has 80 poisonous tentacles. The longer one has been alive, the fewer tentacles it will have.
MoonAlthough these Pokémon are rare, when a large outbreak of them occurs, all fish Pokémon disappear from the surrounding sea.
Ultra SunIt fires off ultrasonic waves from its red orbs to weaken its prey, and then it wraps them up in its 80 tentacles.
Ultra MoonIt communicates with others of its kind by lighting up the red orbs on its head. When the orbs are blinking, it’s a warning sign.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Its 80 tentacles can stretch and contract freely. They wrap around prey and weaken it with poison.
SwordWhen the red orbs on Tentacruel’s head glow brightly, watch out. The Pokémon is about to fire off a burst of ultrasonic waves.
ShieldIts 80 tentacles can stretch and shrink freely. Tentacruel ensnares prey in a net of spread-out tentacles, delivering venomous stings to its catch.
Legends: ArceusIt has 80 tentacles, each with a venomous tip. These tentacles are also extendible, lengthening when Tentacruel attempts to catch prey. Use caution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Tentacruel’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Water and Poison-type Pokémon, Tentacruel is weak to Electric, Ground, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Tentacruel in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Tentacruel in Pokémon GO are Poison Jab and Hydro Pump. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 10.017 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 242.028.

How does Tentacruel perform in Raids?

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

How does Tentacruel rank as a Water-type attacker?

Tentacruel is an E-Tier Water-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

How does Tentacruel rank as a Poison-type attacker?

Tentacruel is a D-Tier Poison-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Tentacruel?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Tentacruel: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, Mega Greninja, Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, and Mega Gengar.

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

Tentacruel’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2422 CP and 2738 CP at Level 50.

Can Tentacruel be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Tentacruel can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Tentacruel Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Tentacruel cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.