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Nihilego

NihilegoRock Poison
  • partlyCloudy
  • cloudy
Nihilego is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Nihilego is a Legendary Rock and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,949 CP and is weak to Ground, Psychic, Steel, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Bomb. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Nihilego Stats and Max CP

249 ATK
210 DEF
240 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4465 CP
Lvl 40
3949 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2821 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2256 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1692 CP

Nihilego's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Nihilego PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔ Raids

Ultra Beasts Nihilego and Naganadel compete for the best Poison-type performance in Pokémon GO, with Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar providing the main challenge ☣️. While others may boast higher DPS, Nihilego has the highest TDO among its peers, except Eternatus. While Nihilego lacks a Rock type Fast Attack, it has access to some solid Poison type Attacks.

  • Poison Jab and Acid: While both are good Poison type Fast Attacks, for PvE Poison Jab is the preferred move.
  • Sludge Bomb and Gunk Shot: While Gunk Shot does have a 130 base power, its long cooldown time and energy requirement makes it inefficient to use. Hence, it's best to use Sludge Bomb as Nihilego’s Charged Attack.
  • Rock Slide and Power Gem: The lack of Rock type Fast Attacks make these Charged Attacks irrelevant in PvE. Overall, Nihilego should be your preferred Poison-type attacker in PvE through and through 💯. Backed by excellent stats across the board and a superb moveset, use Nihilego to dominate Fairy-type Raid bosses 😈.

🛡️ Gyms

Ultra Beasts cannot be placed in Gyms.

Nihilego PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Poison and Rock form a very interesting offensive typing in PvP, allowing Nihilego to take on some of the biggest threats available 💪. Additionally, Nihilego has excellent stats, with no stat falling below 200, giving it substantial bulk and the ability to hit hard with Acid, Sludge Bomb, and Rock Slide ✌️.

Despite these pros, Nihilego struggles against two of the most prominent PvP types: Ground and Steel. This limitation significantly hinders its potential and lessens its overall impact 😮‍💨.

🔵 Great League

Nihilego barely makes it into the Great League, needing a Level-15 Xurkitree trade with a new friend and getting IVs somewhere along the lines of 0/0/1. Unfortunately, its performance doesn't live up to all that effort. Its relatively average moveset and poor typing, being double weak to Ground, hampers its performance.

🟡 Ultra League

Nihilego’s performance doesn't improve in the Ultra League. It poses a huge threat to common Fairy, Fire, and Flying types in this format. However, the Ultra League is also full of Ground types (exploiting Nihilego's double weakness), as well as other types it’s weak to, like Psychic, Steel, and Water. This often leaves Nihilego shut down, even if it attempts a sweep 😭.

🟣 Master League

The Master League allows Nihilego to flex its impressive stats beautifully 🤩. It annihilates many Fairy and Flying types 💯. Even the mighty Zacian (Hero of Many Battles) and Togekiss fall before this Ultra Beast! 😁. However, opponents like Groudon, Kyogre, Mewtwo, and the ever-present Steel types swiftly defeat Nihilego 🏳️. So, while Nihilego can be an ace up your sleeve, it also risks being quickly defeated in certain matchups 🐙.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#221
RockRock-type
#32
PoisonPoison-type
#5
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#736
Master LeagueMaster League
#197

Nihilego Type Chart

Nihilego takes increased damage from:Nihilego takes increased damage from:

GroundGround256.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%
SteelSteel160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Nihilego takes reduced damage from:Nihilego takes reduced damage from:

PoisonPoison39.1%
BugBug62.5%
FairyFairy62.5%
FireFire62.5%
FlyingFlying62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%

Nihilego best moveset

Moves

Poison Jab + Sludge Bomb

Poison
PoisonPoison Jab
PoisonSludge Bomb
Nihilego's best Poison-type moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Bomb, with 15.65 DPS and 472.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Nihilego ranks #5 (S Tier) as a Poison attacker with that moveset.
1.PoisonPoison JabPoisonSludge Bomb14.5015.65472.6
2.PoisonAcidPoisonSludge Bomb13.9515.05454.6
3.PoisonPoison JabPoisonGunk Shot13.9115.01453.3
4.NormalPoundPoisonSludge Bomb13.8514.95451.5
5.PoisonPoison JabRockRock Slide13.5014.57440.1
6.PoisonAcidPoisonGunk Shot13.1914.24430.0
7.NormalPoundPoisonGunk Shot13.1614.21429.0
8.PoisonPoison JabRockPower Gem13.0914.13426.6
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Fast Attacks

  • NormalPound650.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Pound
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy4

    Effects
    Pound has no special effects.
    See Pound details page ↗
  • 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 ↗

Charged Attacks

  • PoisonSludge Bomb85502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Sludge Bomb
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Sludge Bomb has no special effects.
    See Sludge Bomb details page ↗
  • PoisonGunk Shot1301003.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Gunk Shot
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage130
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.6s - 2.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage130
    Energy75

    Effects
    Gunk Shot has no special effects.
    See Gunk Shot 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 ↗
  • RockPower Gem80503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Power Gem
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Power Gem has no special effects.
    See Power Gem details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Nihilego CP Chart

CP Chart

Nihilego reaches a maximum of 3,949 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,167–2,256 CP, rising to 2,709–2,821 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,626–1,692 CP.

Max CPMax CP3949 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1626 CP - 1692 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2167 CP - 2256 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2167 CP - 2256 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2709 CP - 2821 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

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
155 CP2175 CP3294 CP
4413 CP5532 CP6651 CP
7771 CP8890 CP91009 CP
101128 CP111241 CP121354 CP
131467 CP141580 CP151692 CP
161805 CP171918 CP182031 CP
192144 CP202256 CP212369 CP
222482 CP232595 CP242708 CP
252821 CP262934 CP273046 CP
283159 CP293272 CP303385 CP
313441 CP323498 CP333554 CP
343611 CP353667 CP363723 CP
373780 CP383836 CP393893 CP
403949 CP413999 CP424050 CP
434100 CP444151 CP454203 CP
464255 CP474307 CP484359 CP
494412 CP504465 CP

Pokédex information

Alola
Pokédex Number#793
Height1.2 m
Weight55.5 kg
RegionGeneration 7
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Nihilego has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Nihilego

Photobomb

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

Rock Rock

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

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

Power-Up Calculator

Nihilego family

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

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Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
NihilegoNihilegoNihilegoScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmNihilegoNihilego
0.59 m0.6 m1.2 m1.8 m1.86 m

Nihilego's height ranges from 0.59 m to 1.86 m, with the average being 1.2 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.

Size bounds

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

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.588 m0.6 m
1′11″1′12″
XS0.6 m1.2 m
1′12″3′11″
M0.9 m1.5 m
2′11″4′11″
XL1.5 m1.8 m
4′11″5′11″
XXL1.8 m1.86 m
5′11″6′01″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_FLYING
Movement Timer0
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.5
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Nihilego

Nihilego high resolution sprites

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

Nihilego Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Nihilego Pokédex entries

Alola
VersionsPokédex entry
SunOne of several mysterious Ultra Beasts. People on the street report observing those infested by it suddenly becoming violent.
MoonOne of the Ultra Beasts. It’s unclear whether or not this Pokémon is sentient, but sometimes it can be observed behaving like a young girl.
Ultra SunA life-form from another world, it was dubbed a UB and is thought to produce a strong neurotoxin.
Ultra MoonIt appeared in this world from an Ultra Wormhole. Nihilego appears to be a parasite that lives by feeding on people and Pokémon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Nihilego’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Rock and Poison-type Pokémon, Nihilego is especially weak against Ground-type moves, and weak against Psychic, Steel, and Water-type moves.

What are the best moves for Nihilego in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Nihilego in Pokémon GO are Poison Jab and Sludge Bomb. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.65 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 472.551.

How does Nihilego perform in Raids?

Nihilego is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Nihilego rank as a Rock-type attacker?

Nihilego is a B-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #32 with limited utility in specific matchups.

How does Nihilego rank as a Poison-type attacker?

Nihilego is an S-Tier Poison-type attacker, ranking at number #5 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Nihilego?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Nihilego: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, and Mega Gengar.

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

Nihilego’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3949 CP and 4465 CP at Level 50.

Can Nihilego be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Nihilego can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Nihilego Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Nihilego cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.