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    Cloyster

    Official artwork of CloysterWater Ice
    • rain
    • snow
    Cloyster is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Cloyster is a Water and Ice-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Water and Ice-type Pokémon, Cloyster is weak to Electric, Fighting, Grass, and Rock-type moves.

    Cloyster's maximum Combat Power stat is 2880 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Frost Breath and Razor Shell. Cloyster encounters are boosted during Rain and Snow weather. Shiny Cloyster is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2880 CP
    Attack186 ATK
    Defense256 DEF
    Stamina137 STA
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Cloyster Type Chart

    Cloyster takes increased damage from:Cloyster takes increased damage from:
    160%
    • Electric
    • Fighting
    • Grass
    • Rock
    Cloyster takes reduced damage from:Cloyster takes reduced damage from:
    63%
    • Water
    39%
    • Ice

    Cloyster's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderC TierExternal Link
    Water Water-type Attacker
    Ice Shard / Razor Shell    		F TierExternal Link#88
    Ice Ice-type Attacker
    Frost Breath / Avalanche    		D TierExternal Link#52

    Regular and Shiny Cloyster

    Cloyster's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Cloyster's best moveset is Frost Breath and Razor Shell, with 11.64 DPS (damage per second) and 197.0 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Snow and Rain weather.
    • DPS11.64
    • TDO196.95
    • Weather
      • snow
      • rain
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.IceFrost Breath WaterRazor Shell 11.64197.021.4
        2.IceIce Shard WaterRazor Shell 11.55195.521.3
        3.IceFrost Breath IceAvalanche 11.16188.920.6
        4.IceIce Shard IceAvalanche 11.06187.220.4
        5.IceFrost Breath WaterLiquidation 10.32174.719.0
        6.IceFrost Breath IceBlizzard *10.26173.618.9
        7.IceIce Shard WaterLiquidation 10.19172.518.8
        8.IceFrost Breath WaterHydro Pump 10.12171.218.6
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        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Cloyster's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Cloyster's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Cloyster has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • IceIce ShardDamage10Energy10Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Ice Shard
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy10
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.4s - 0.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy10

          Effects
          Ice Shard has no special effects.
          See Ice Shard details page ↗
        • IceFrost BreathDamage11Energy9Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Frost Breath
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage11
          Energy9
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage7
          Energy5

          Effects
          Frost Breath has no special effects.
          See Frost Breath details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • IceBlizzard *Damage130Energy100Duration3.0s
          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 ↗
        • WaterHydro PumpDamage135Energy100Duration3.5s
          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 ↗
        • IceIcy WindDamage65Energy33Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Icy Wind
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage65
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.2s - 3.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Icy Wind has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Icy Wind details page ↗
        • IceAurora BeamDamage80Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Aurora Beam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window3.3s - 3.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy60

          Effects
          Aurora Beam has no special effects.
          See Aurora Beam details page ↗
        • IceAvalancheDamage85Energy50Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Avalanche
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.5s - 1.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage90
          Energy45

          Effects
          Avalanche has no special effects.
          See Avalanche details page ↗
        • WaterRazor ShellDamage55Energy33Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Razor Shell
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.2s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage35
          Energy35

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Razor Shell has a 50.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Razor Shell details page ↗
        • WaterLiquidationDamage70Energy33Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Liquidation
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage70
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Liquidation has a 30.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Liquidation details page ↗

        Cloyster in the meta

        Cloyster in the meta

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        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Cloyster's has 2880 max CP (at Level 50). A Cloyster obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1383 CP to 1455 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1729 CP to 1819 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Cloyster can be found in the 1037 CP to 1092 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2880 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1037 CP - 1092 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1383 CP - 1455 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1383 CP - 1455 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1729 CP - 1819 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 guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        136 CP2112 CP3189 CP
        4266 CP5343 CP6420 CP
        7497 CP8574 CP9651 CP
        10728 CP11800 CP12873 CP
        13946 CP141019 CP151092 CP
        161164 CP171237 CP181310 CP
        191383 CP201455 CP211528 CP
        221601 CP231674 CP241747 CP
        251819 CP261892 CP271965 CP
        282038 CP292111 CP302184 CP
        312220 CP322256 CP332293 CP
        342329 CP352366 CP362402 CP
        372438 CP382475 CP392511 CP
        402547 CP412580 CP422612 CP
        432645 CP442678 CP452711 CP
        462745 CP472778 CP482812 CP
        492846 CP502880 CP

        Pokédex information

        Kanto
        Pokédex Number#91
        Height1.5 m
        Weight132.5 kg
        RegionKanto Generation 1
        Can be tradedAllowed
        Pokémon Home transferAllowed
        Base Catch Rate20%
        Base Flee Rate0%
        Catch rewards
        5 Candy
        1200 Stardust
        Additional Move Cost
        50 Candy
        50000 Candy

        Encounter data

        Movement typeMOVEMENT_HOVERING
        Movement Timer3s
        Jump Time1s
        Attack Probability10.0%
        Attack Timer8s
        Dodge Probability15.0%
        Dodge Duration0.0s
        Dodge Distance0.8
        Min Action Frequency1s
        Max Action Frequency2s

        Mega Pokémon that boost Cloyster

        Photobomb

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

        Water Water

        Ice Ice

        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.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Cloyster in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                  Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                  Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                  Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                  Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Cloyster, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Cloyster high resolution sprites

                  Photobomb

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Cloyster. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  Wallpaper

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                  Cloyster Pokédex entries

                  Kanto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  Red, BlueWhen attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
                  YellowFor protection, it uses its harder- than-diamonds shell. It also shoots spikes from the shell.
                  GoldOnce it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superi­ or strength.
                  SilverCLOYSTER that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
                  CrystalEven a missile can't break the spikes it uses to stab opponents. They're even hard­ er than its shell.
                  Ruby, SapphireCLOYSTER is capable of swimming in the sea. It does so by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. This POKéMON shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
                  EmeraldIt swims in the sea by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. The CLOYSTER shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
                  FireRedIts shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.
                  LeafGreenWhen attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.
                  HeartGoldOnce it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
                  SoulSilverCLOYSTER that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
                  XCloyster that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
                  Y, SwordIts shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.
                  Omega RubyCloyster is capable of swimming in the sea. It does so by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. This Pokémon shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
                  Alpha SapphireCloyster is capable of swimming in the sea. It does so by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. This Pokémon shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
                  SunIts hard shell cannot be shattered—not even by a bomb. The contents of the shell remain unknown.
                  MoonExcavation of the tombs of ancient hunting tribes has turned up many spears tipped with spikes that had fallen off this Pokémon’s shell.
                  Ultra SunIf areas of Cloyster’s very hard shell get damaged, those areas swell, gradually growing into large sharp spikes.
                  Ultra MoonSlowpoke tails are its favorite food. It has even been known to come up on land to look for Slowpoke from time to time.
                  Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!For protection, it uses its harder-than-diamond shell. It also shoots spikes from the shell.
                  ShieldOnce it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Cloyster’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Water and Ice-type Pokémon, Cloyster is weak to Electric, Fighting, Grass, and Rock-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Cloyster in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Cloyster in Pokémon GO are Frost Breath and Razor Shell. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.636 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 196.955.

                  How does Cloyster perform in Raids?

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

                  How does Cloyster rank as a Water-type attacker?

                  Cloyster is an F-Tier Water-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  How does Cloyster rank as a Ice-type attacker?

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

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Cloyster?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Cloyster: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Primal Kyogre, Mega Glalie, and Mega Abomasnow.

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

                  Cloyster’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2547 CP and 2880 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Cloyster be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Cloyster can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Cloyster Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Cloyster cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                  List of Cloyster costumes

                  Photobomb

                  A list of Cloyster costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                  No costume sprites available