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Zarude

ZarudeDark Grass
  • fog
  • sunny
Zarude is available in Pokémon GO

Zarude is a Mythical Dark and Grass-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,833 CP and is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Vine Whip / Power Whip. It is boosted by Fog and Sunny weather. Its shiny form is not yet available.

Zarude Stats and Max CP

242 ATK
215 DEF
233 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4334 CP
Lvl 40
3833 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2738 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2190 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1643 CP

Zarude's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#154
DarkDark-type
#37
GrassGrass-type
#7
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#568
Master LeagueMaster League
#115

Zarude Type Chart

Zarude takes increased damage from:Zarude takes increased damage from:

BugBug256.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
FightingFighting160.0%
FireFire160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
IceIce160.0%
PoisonPoison160.0%

Zarude takes reduced damage from:Zarude takes reduced damage from:

PsychicPsychic39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
ElectricElectric62.5%
GhostGhost62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%
GroundGround62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Zarude best moveset

Moves

Vine Whip + Power Whip

Grass
GrassVine Whip
GrassPower Whip
Zarude's best Grass-type moveset is Vine Whip / Power Whip, with 15.98 DPS and 479.3 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Zarude ranks #7 (S Tier) as a Grass attacker with that moveset.
1.GrassVine WhipGrassPower Whip14.8015.98479.3
2.DarkBiteGrassPower Whip14.1415.26457.9
3.GrassVine WhipDarkDark Pulse12.8213.85415.4
4.DarkBiteDarkDark Pulse12.4113.41402.2
5.GrassVine WhipGrassEnergy Ball12.1013.07392.0
6.DarkBiteGrassEnergy Ball11.8112.76382.7
1–6 of 6

Fast Attacks

  • DarkBite640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Bite
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage2
    Energy4

    Effects
    Bite has no special effects.
    See Bite details page ↗
  • GrassVine Whip650.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Vine Whip
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy8

    Effects
    Vine Whip has no special effects.
    See Vine Whip details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkDark Pulse80503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Dark Pulse
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Dark Pulse has no special effects.
    See Dark Pulse details page ↗
  • GrassPower Whip90502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Power Whip
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Power Whip has no special effects.
    See Power Whip details page ↗
  • GrassEnergy Ball90504.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Energy Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window3.1s - 3.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Energy Ball has a 10.0% chance to:

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

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

Zarude CP Chart

CP Chart

Zarude reaches a maximum of 3,833 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,102–2,190 CP, rising to 2,628–2,738 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,577–1,643 CP.

Max CPMax CP3833 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1577 CP - 1643 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2102 CP - 2190 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2102 CP - 2190 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2628 CP - 2738 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

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
154 CP2169 CP3285 CP
4401 CP5517 CP6632 CP
7748 CP8864 CP9979 CP
101095 CP111205 CP121314 CP
131424 CP141533 CP151643 CP
161752 CP171862 CP181971 CP
192081 CP202190 CP212300 CP
222409 CP232519 CP242628 CP
252738 CP262847 CP272957 CP
283067 CP293176 CP303286 CP
313340 CP323395 CP333450 CP
343505 CP353559 CP363614 CP
373669 CP383724 CP393778 CP
403833 CP413882 CP423931 CP
433980 CP444030 CP454079 CP
464130 CP474180 CP484231 CP
494282 CP504334 CP

Pokédex information

Galar
Pokédex Number#893
Height1.8 m
Weight70 kg
RegionGeneration 8
Can be tradedNot Allowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedNo
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Zarude has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Zarude

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Zarude's Dark and Grass-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Zarude.

Dark Dark

Grass Grass

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

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

Power-Up Calculator

Zarude family

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

ZarudeZarude

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
ZarudeZarudeZarudeScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmZarudeZarude
0.88 m0.9 m1.8 m2.7 m2.79 m

Zarude's height ranges from 0.88 m to 2.79 m, with the average being 1.8 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 Zarude in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.882 m0.9 m
2′11″2′11″
XS0.9 m1.8 m
2′11″5′11″
M1.35 m2.25 m
4′05″7′05″
XL2.25 m2.7 m
7′05″8′10″
XXL2.7 m2.79 m
8′10″9′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer0
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability20.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability30.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Zarude

Zarude high resolution sprites

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

Zarude Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Zarude Pokédex entries

Galar
VersionsPokédex entry
SwordWithin dense forests, this Pokémon lives in a pack with others of its kind. It’s incredibly aggressive, and the other Pokémon of the forest fear it.
ShieldOnce the vines on Zarude’s body tear off, they become nutrients in the soil. This helps the plants of the forest grow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Zarude’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Dark and Grass-type Pokémon, Zarude is especially weak against Bug-type moves, and weak against Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves.

What are the best moves for Zarude in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Zarude in Pokémon GO are Vine Whip and Power Whip. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.978 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 479.347.

How does Zarude perform in Raids?

Zarude is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Zarude rank as a Dark-type attacker?

Zarude is a B-Tier Dark-type attacker, ranking at number #37 with limited utility in specific matchups.

How does Zarude rank as a Grass-type attacker?

Zarude is an S-Tier Grass-type attacker, ranking at number #7 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Zarude?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Zarude: Mega Gyarados, Mega Houndoom, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Sableye, Mega Sharpedo, Mega Absol, Mega Greninja, Mega Malamar, Mega Venusaur, Mega Victreebel, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, Mega Abomasnow, and Mega Chesnaught.

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

Zarude’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3833 CP and 4334 CP at Level 50.

Can Zarude be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Zarude cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

Can Zarude Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Zarude cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.