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Skeledirge

SkeledirgeFire Ghost
  • sunny
  • fog
Skeledirge is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Skeledirge is a Fire and Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,027 CP and is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Hex / Shadow Ball. It is boosted by Sunny and Fog weather. Its shiny form is available.

Skeledirge Stats and Max CP

207 ATK
178 DEF
232 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3422 CP
Lvl 40
3027 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2162 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1729 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1297 CP

Skeledirge's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Skeledirge PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Skeledirge doesn't have a high Attack stat to begin with. Its 207 Attack is the lowest of all Fire-type starters, making it an inferior Blast Burn user in PvE. Its signature move, Torch Song, is good but simply outclassed by Blast Burn. 🔥

That said, it can be a decent Fire-type attacker for beginners, as Community Day will help trainers obtain a Blast Burn Skeledirge. However, it's still outclassed by many Fire-types. As a Ghost-type, it also doesn't compete well since it lacks a Ghost-type Fast Attack. 🐊

⚔️ Raids

Even excluding Megas and Shadows, Skeledirge is still outclassed by Reshiram, Darmanitan, Heatran, Volcarona, Chandelure, and all other Blast Burn starters.

Skeledirge is simply not built for raids. 🚫

🛡️ Gyms

Skeledirge is decently bulky, and with its Ghost typing, it double resists Fighting, Bug, and Normal attacks, while also resisting Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, and Steel. 😯

Combined with a hard-hitting Fast Move like Incinerate, Skeledirge makes for a solid Gym defender! Plus, it looks awesome while doing it! 🐊🔥

💥 The best PvE moves for Skeledirge are:
➡ Incinerate and Blast Burn.

Skeledirge PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Skeledirge is one of the best PvP standard Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Whatever negatives it had in PvE, it makes up for in PvP thanks to its remarkable Fire/Ghost typing, GBL-friendly stats, and an excellent moveset. 👏👏👏

Speaking of moveset, Skeledirge ironically doesn't need Blast Burn. Instead, it performs brilliantly with Incinerate, Torch Song, and Disarming Voice or Shadow Ball.

With 45 energy and 70 damage, Torch Song is a clone of Crunch and Disarming Voice, but it does one better by providing a guaranteed 25% Attack boost.

Just one Torch Song makes Incinerate extremely oppressive for the opposition. This makes Torch Song preferable over Blast Burn, so for PvP, you can skip the Community Day move altogether! And remember: Torch Song doesn't need an Elite TM, so a regular Charged TM will do! 🤩

🔵 Great League

The Incinerate and Torch Song combo is enough to take down Great League dangers like Primeape, Toxapex, Clodsire, Drifblim, and Mandibuzz, all of which take super-effective damage from Skeledirge.

But there's one major threat that completely walls Skeledirge’s STAB Fire and Ghost moves: Guzzlord. 👿

That’s why this croc needs Disarming Voice. With this Fairy-type move (Guzzlord is double weak to Fairy), Skeledirge can beat this Ultra Beast in all shield situations! 😎

Aside from expected Grass and Bug Pokémon that fall to Skeledirge, it also beats Wigglytuff, Steelix, Grumpig, Annihilape, Galarian Weezing, Cradily, Dewgong, and Drifblim. 👍

Overall, the bulky and hard-hitting Skeledirge is a must-have Pokémon for the Great League. 🥳

🟡 Ultra League

Skeledirge doesn't slow down in Ultra League. In fact, it becomes more terrifying than ever thanks to Torch Song. The guaranteed Attack boost helps Skeledirge eliminate several Steel and Grass opponents like Registeel, Cobalion, Virizion, Venusaur, as well as Guzzlord, Giratina (Altered), Malamar, Annihilape, Cresselia, Ampharos, Clefable, and Shadow Drapion. 😄

Trainers, put up a “Beware, fiery ghost croc” sign ahead of the Ultra League. ⚠️

🟣 Master League

You’d expect Skeledirge to be bad in the Master League due to its low Attack, but you’d be surprised by what it can do! 😲

Skeledirge beats Zacian (Hero), Xerneas, Enamorus (Incarnate), Togekiss, Charm Primarina, Dusk Mane Necrozma, Excadrill, Metagross, Melmetal, Icicle Spear Mamoswine, and White Kyurem! 😳

This makes Skeledirge an excellent teammate for Dragon-type Pokémon, so feel free to use it in the Master League to disrupt your opponent’s strategies! 🐊🤩

Skeledirge offers tremendous support to any team, does a surprising amount of damage, and can break cores. It's one of the few Pokémon viable in all three major PvP platforms. 🔥

💥 The best moves for Skeledirge in PvP are:
➡ Incinerate, Torch Song, and Disarming Voice.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Gym DefenderGym Defender
#50
FireFire-type
#47
GhostGhost-type
#39
Great LeagueGreat League
#382
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#20
Master LeagueMaster League
#132

Skeledirge Type Chart

Skeledirge takes increased damage from:Skeledirge takes increased damage from:

DarkDark160.0%
GhostGhost160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
RockRock160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Skeledirge takes reduced damage from:Skeledirge takes reduced damage from:

BugBug39.1%
FightingFighting39.1%
NormalNormal39.1%
FairyFairy62.5%
FireFire62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%
IceIce62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%

Skeledirge best moveset

Moves

Hex + Shadow Ball

Ghost
GhostHex
GhostShadow Ball
Skeledirge's best Ghost-type moveset is Hex / Shadow Ball, with 12.98 DPS and 325.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Skeledirge ranks #39 (A Tier) as a Ghost attacker with that moveset.

Incinerate + Blast Burn

Fire
FireIncinerate
FireBlast Burn
Skeledirge's best Fire-type moveset is Incinerate / Blast Burn, with 13.96 DPS and 349.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Skeledirge ranks #47 (B Tier) as a Fire attacker with that moveset.
1.FireIncinerateFireBlast Burn12.7313.96349.6
2.GhostHexFireBlast Burn12.7113.93349.1
3.DarkBiteFireBlast Burn12.1913.37334.8
4.FireIncinerateGhostShadow Ball12.0313.19330.4
5.GhostHexGhostShadow Ball11.8312.98325.2
6.DarkBiteGhostShadow Ball11.4412.55314.4
7.FireIncinerateFireTorch Song11.3112.41310.8
8.GhostHexFireTorch Song10.9912.05302.0
1–8 of 18

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 ↗
  • FireIncinerate32222.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Incinerate
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage32
    Energy22
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window0.7s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage20
    Energy20

    Effects
    Incinerate has no special effects.
    See Incinerate details page ↗
  • GhostHex8131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Hex
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage8
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage7
    Energy13

    Effects
    Hex has no special effects.
    See Hex details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkCrunch65333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Crunch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Crunch has a 20.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Crunch details page ↗
  • FairyDisarming Voice70334.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Disarming Voice
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • DragonDragon
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window3.3s - 3.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Disarming Voice has no special effects.
    See Disarming Voice details page ↗
  • FireFlamethrower65502.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Flamethrower
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Flamethrower has no special effects.
    See Flamethrower details page ↗
  • FireBlast Burn *120503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Blast Burn
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage120
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window3.0s - 3.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy50

    Effects
    Blast Burn has no special effects.
    See Blast Burn details page ↗
  • FireTorch Song100503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Torch Song
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.5s - 3.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Torch Song has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Torch Song details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Ball100503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Shadow Ball has no special effects.
    See Shadow Ball details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Skeledirge CP Chart

CP Chart

Skeledirge reaches a maximum of 3,027 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,651–1,729 CP, rising to 2,064–2,162 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,239–1,297 CP.

Max CPMax CP3027 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1239 CP - 1297 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1651 CP - 1729 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1651 CP - 1729 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2064 CP - 2162 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

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
142 CP2134 CP3225 CP
4316 CP5408 CP6499 CP
7591 CP8682 CP9773 CP
10865 CP11951 CP121038 CP
131124 CP141211 CP151297 CP
161384 CP171470 CP181556 CP
191643 CP201729 CP211816 CP
221902 CP231989 CP242075 CP
252162 CP262248 CP272335 CP
282422 CP292508 CP302595 CP
312638 CP322681 CP332724 CP
342767 CP352811 CP362854 CP
372897 CP382940 CP392984 CP
403027 CP413065 CP423104 CP
433143 CP443182 CP453221 CP
463261 CP473301 CP483341 CP
493381 CP503422 CP

Pokédex information

Paldea
Pokédex Number#911
Height1.6 m
Weight326.5 kg
RegionGeneration 9
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy25
Stardust10000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
FuecocoFuecoco
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
CrocalorCrocalor
CrocalorCrocalor
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
SkeledirgeSkeledirge
  • Fuecoco evolves into Crocalor which costs 25 Candy.
  • Crocalor evolves into Skeledirge which costs 100 Candy.

Mega Pokémon that boost Skeledirge

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Skeledirge's Fire and Ghost-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Skeledirge.

Fire Fire

Ghost Ghost

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

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

Power-Up Calculator

Skeledirge family

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

FuecocoFuecoco
CrocalorCrocalor
SkeledirgeSkeledirge

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
SkeledirgeSkeledirgeSkeledirgeScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmSkeledirgeSkeledirge
0.78 m0.8 m1.6 m2.4 m2.48 m

Skeledirge's height ranges from 0.78 m to 2.48 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 Skeledirge 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 m2.48 m
7′10″8′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer0
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability20.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Skeledirge

Skeledirge high resolution sprites

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

Skeledirge Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

SkeledirgeSkeledirgeSkeledirgeSkeledirge

Skeledirge Pokédex entries

Paldea
VersionsPokédex entry
ScarletThe fiery bird changes shape when Skeledirge sings. Rumor has it that the bird was born when the fireball on Skeledirge’s head gained a soul.
VioletSkeledirge’s gentle singing soothes the souls of all that hear it. It burns its enemies to a crisp with flames of over 5,400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Skeledirge’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fire and Ghost-type Pokémon, Skeledirge is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

What are the best moves for Skeledirge in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Skeledirge in Pokémon GO are Incinerate and Blast Burn. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 13.955 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 349.621.

How does Skeledirge perform in Raids?

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

How does Skeledirge rank as a Fire-type attacker?

Skeledirge is a B-Tier Fire-type attacker, ranking at number #47 with limited utility in specific matchups.

How does Skeledirge rank as a Ghost-type attacker?

Skeledirge is a solid A-Tier Ghost-type attacker, ranking at number #39. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

What Mega Pokémon boost Skeledirge?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Skeledirge: Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, Mega Delphox, Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, and Mega Banette.

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

Skeledirge’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3027 CP and 3422 CP at Level 50.

Can Skeledirge be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Skeledirge can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Skeledirge Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Skeledirge cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.