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Galarian Rapidash

Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Psychic Fairy
  • windy
  • cloudy
Galarian Rapidash is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Galarian Rapidash is a Psychic and Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,461 CP and is weak to Ghost, Poison, and Steel-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fairy Wind / Play Rough. It is boosted by Windy and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Galarian Rapidash Stats and Max CP

207 ATK
162 DEF
163 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2782 CP
Lvl 40
2461 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1757 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1406 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1054 CP

Galarian Rapidash's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Galarian Rapidash PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Galarian Rapidash is a Psychic and Fairy-type Pokémon. While it’s okay as a Fairy-type raid attacker, it performs poorly as a Psychic-type one. As a Fairy-type raid attacker, Galarian Rapidash is strong against Fighting, Dragon, and Dark types. Its ideal move combination is Fairy Wind and Play Rough.

However, even as a Fairy-type, there are many better options that outclass Galarian Rapidash as a raid attacker.

🔮 Dynamax

N/A

Galarian Rapidash PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Galarian Rapidash can be used as a spice pick for fun. It offers a selection of fast energy-generating attacks, such as Fairy Wind and Psycho Cut, allowing it to spam Body Slams or use one of its nuke moves. However, it is a glass cannon with many notable losses to meta Pokémon, making it a Pokémon best used for entertainment rather than competition.

Where Galarian Rapidash really excels, however, is in the limited Psychic Cup format. With its fast energy generation and access to the nuke move Megahorn, which is highly effective against Psychic types, Galarian Rapidash is one of the best Pokémon in that format.

🟡 Ultra League

Galarian Rapidash has a max CP of 2782, requiring a significant XL Candy and Stardust investment to be viable. Unfortunately, its performance does not justify the investment. While it can secure wins against some meta Pokémon, it remains frail and suffers losses to many others.

🟣 Master League

Galarian Rapidash is not strong enough for the legendary-dominated Master League.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
PsychicPsychic-type
#86
FairyFairy-type
#38
Great LeagueGreat League
#541
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#447

Galarian Rapidash Type Chart

Galarian Rapidash takes increased damage from:Galarian Rapidash takes increased damage from:

GhostGhost160.0%
PoisonPoison160.0%
SteelSteel160.0%

Galarian Rapidash takes reduced damage from:Galarian Rapidash takes reduced damage from:

DragonDragon39.1%
FightingFighting39.1%
PsychicPsychic62.5%

Galarian Rapidash best moveset

Moves

Fairy Wind + Play Rough

Fairy
FairyFairy Wind
FairyPlay Rough
Galarian Rapidash's best Fairy-type moveset is Fairy Wind / Play Rough, with 11.77 DPS and 194.7 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Galarian Rapidash ranks #38 (B Tier) as a Fairy attacker with that moveset.
1.PsychicPsycho CutPsychicPsychic10.8812.50206.7
2.FairyFairy WindPsychicPsychic10.6512.23202.3
3.PsychicPsycho CutFairyPlay Rough10.4612.01198.6
4.FairyFairy WindFairyPlay Rough10.2511.77194.7
5.FightingLow KickPsychicPsychic10.0611.55191.0
6.PsychicPsycho CutElectricWild Charge9.9511.43189.1
7.FairyFairy WindElectricWild Charge9.7611.21185.4
8.FightingLow KickFairyPlay Rough9.7011.14184.3
1–8 of 18

Fast Attacks

  • FairyFairy Wind9131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fairy Wind
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • DragonDragon
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage9
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Fairy Wind has no special effects.
    See Fairy Wind details page ↗
  • 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 ↗
  • PsychicPsycho Cut470.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Psycho Cut
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Psycho Cut has no special effects.
    See Psycho Cut details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • BugMegahorn1051002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Megahorn
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy55

    Effects
    Megahorn has no special effects.
    See Megahorn details page ↗
  • ElectricWild Charge *90502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Wild Charge
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • GrassGrass
      • ElectricElectric
      • DragonDragon
    • 39.1%
      • GroundGround
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.6s - 2.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Wild Charge has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
    See Wild Charge details page ↗
  • FairyPlay Rough90503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Play Rough
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • DragonDragon
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy60

    Effects
    Play Rough has no special effects.
    See Play Rough details page ↗
  • GroundHigh Horsepower1051001.5s
    Toggle more information for move: High Horsepower
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.9s - 1.1s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy55

    Effects
    High Horsepower has no special effects.
    See High Horsepower details page ↗
  • NormalBody Slam50332.0s
    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
    Damage65
    Energy40

    Effects
    Body Slam has no special effects.
    See Body Slam details page ↗
  • PsychicPsychic95503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Psychic
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Psychic details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Galarian Rapidash CP Chart

CP Chart

Galarian Rapidash reaches a maximum of 2,461 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,335–1,406 CP, rising to 1,669–1,757 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,002–1,054 CP.

Max CPMax CP2461 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1002 CP - 1054 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1335 CP - 1406 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1335 CP - 1406 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1669 CP - 1757 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

Galarian Rapidash 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 CP2109 CP3183 CP
4257 CP5331 CP6406 CP
7480 CP8554 CP9629 CP
10703 CP11773 CP12843 CP
13914 CP14984 CP151054 CP
161125 CP171195 CP181265 CP
191336 CP201406 CP211476 CP
221546 CP231617 CP241687 CP
251757 CP261828 CP271898 CP
281969 CP292039 CP302109 CP
312144 CP322179 CP332215 CP
342250 CP352285 CP362320 CP
372355 CP382390 CP392425 CP
402461 CP412492 CP422523 CP
432555 CP442587 CP452619 CP
462651 CP472683 CP482716 CP
492749 CP502782 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#78
Height1.7 m
Weight80 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate6%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
Galarian Ponyta (Galarian)Galarian Ponyta
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Galarian Rapidash
  • Galarian Ponyta evolves into Galarian Rapidash which costs 50 Candy.

Mega Pokémon that boost Galarian Rapidash

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Galarian Rapidash's Psychic and Fairy-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Galarian Rapidash.

Psychic Psychic

Fairy Fairy

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

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

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Galarian Rapidash family

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

PonytaPonyta
RapidashRapidash
Galarian Ponyta (Galarian)Galarian Ponyta
Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Galarian Rapidash
Galarian Shadow Ponyta (Galarian Shadow)Galarian Shadow Ponyta
Galarian Shadow Rapidash (Galarian Shadow)Galarian Shadow Rapidash
Shadow Ponyta (Shadow)Shadow Ponyta
Shadow Rapidash (Shadow)Shadow Rapidash

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmGalarian Rapidash (Galarian)Galarian Rapidash (Galarian)
0.83 m0.85 m1.7 m2.55 m2.64 m

Galarian Rapidash'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 Galarian Rapidash 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 Timer6s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer17s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Galarian Rapidash

Galarian Rapidash high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Galarian Rapidash. 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

Galarian Rapidash Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Galarian Rapidash Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueVery competitive, this POKéMON will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
YellowJust loves to run. If it sees some­ thing faster than itself, it will give chase at top speed.
GoldAt full gallop, its four hooves barely touch the ground because it moves so incredi­ bly fast.
SilverWith incredible acceleration, it reaches its top speed of 150 mph after running just ten steps.
CrystalIt just loves to gallop. The faster it goes, the long­ er the swaying flames of its mane will become.
Ruby, SapphireRAPIDASH usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this POKéMON turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
EmeraldIt usually canters casually in the fields and plains. But once a RAPIDASH turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
FireRedIt can gallop at a top speed of 150 miles per hour. It can race as fast as a bullet train while ablaze.
LeafGreenVery competitive, this POKéMON will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
DiamondIt gallops at nearly 150 mph. With its mane blazing ferociously, it races as if it were an arrow.
PearlIt has astounding acceleration. From a standstill, it can reach top speed within 10 steps.
Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2When at an all-out gallop, its blazing mane sparkles, enhancing its beautiful appearance.
HeartGoldAt full gallop, its four hooves barely touch the ground because it moves so incredibly fast.
SoulSilverWith incredible acceleration, it reaches its top speed of 150 mph after running just 10 steps.
XVery competitive, this Pokémon will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
YIt gallops at nearly 150 mph. With its mane blazing ferociously, it races as if it were an arrow.
Omega RubyRapidash usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this Pokémon turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
Alpha SapphireRapidash usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this Pokémon turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Just loves to run. If it sees something faster than itself, it will give chase at top speed.
SwordThis Pokémon can be seen galloping through fields at speeds of up to 150 mph, its fiery mane fluttering in the wind.
ShieldThe fastest runner becomes the leader, and it decides the herd’s pace and direction of travel.
Legends: ArceusFiery mane aglow, Rapidash darts like an arrow across the land. This prodigiously swift creature can traverse the vast region of Hisui in a day and a half.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Galarian Rapidash’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Psychic and Fairy-type Pokémon, Galarian Rapidash is weak to Ghost, Poison, and Steel-type moves.

What are the best moves for Galarian Rapidash in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Galarian Rapidash in Pokémon GO are Psycho Cut and Psychic. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.498 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 206.692.

How does Galarian Rapidash perform in Raids?

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

How does Galarian Rapidash rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

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

How does Galarian Rapidash rank as a Fairy-type attacker?

Galarian Rapidash is a B-Tier Fairy-type attacker, ranking at number #38 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Galarian Rapidash?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Galarian Rapidash: 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, Mega Malamar, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Mawile, Mega Altaria, Mega Audino, and Mega Diancie.

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

Galarian Rapidash’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2461 CP and 2782 CP at Level 50.

Can Galarian Rapidash be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Galarian Rapidash can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Galarian Rapidash Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Galarian Rapidash cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.