Annihilape

Table of Contents

Overview and stats
Annihilape's Tier Ranking
Regular and Shiny Annihilape
Annihilape's best moves and movesets
Annihilape in the meta
Special CP Values
Max CP Chart
Additional information
Mega boost
Catch Rates
Evolution Chart
Family overview
Sprites
Pokédex
Frequently Asked Questions
Costumes

Annihilape is a Fighting and Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Fighting and Ghost-type Pokémon, Annihilape is weak to Fairy, Flying, Ghost, and Psychic-type moves.

Annihilape's maximum Combat Power stat is 3695 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Counter and Shadow Ball. Annihilape encounters are boosted during Cloudy and Fog weather. Shiny Annihilape is available! ✨

Stats

Max CP	3695 CP
Attack	220 ATK
Defense	178 DEF
Stamina	242 STA
Buddy distance	3 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes

Annihilape Type Chart

Annihilape takes increased damage from:
160%	Fairy Flying Ghost Psychic

Annihilape takes reduced damage from:
63%	Poison Rock
39%	Bug Fighting Normal

Annihilape's Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker	F Tier#251
Gym Defender	A Tier
Fighting-type Attacker Counter / Close Combat	B Tier#34
Ghost-type Attacker Counter / Shadow Ball	B Tier#31

Regular and Shiny Annihilape

Annihilape's best moves and movesets

Annihilape's best moveset is Counter and Shadow Ball, with 15.10 DPS (damage per second) and 307.8 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Cloudy and Fog weather.

DPS15.10
TDO307.80
Weather

Opponent

#	Fast Attack	Charged Attack	DPS	TDO	Score 🔽
1.	Counter	Shadow Ball	15.10	307.8	29.0
2.	Counter	Rage Fist *	15.10	307.8	29.0
3.	Low Kick	Shadow Ball	14.58	297.1	28.0
4.	Low Kick	Rage Fist *	14.58	297.1	28.0
5.	Counter	Close Combat	13.08	266.6	25.1
6.	Low Kick	Close Combat	12.25	249.7	23.5
7.	Counter	Ice Punch	11.67	237.8	22.4
8.	Counter	Low Sweep	11.42	232.8	21.9

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

Fast Attacks

Low Kick550.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Normal
Rock
Steel
Ice
Dark
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Psychic
Fairy
39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 5
Energy 5
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.2s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 4
Energy 5

Effects
Low Kick has no special effects.
See Low Kick details page ↗
Counter1391.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Normal
Rock
Steel
Ice
Dark
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Psychic
Fairy
39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 13
Energy 9
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.8s - 1.0s
Trainer Battles
Damage 8
Energy 6

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

Damage	5
Energy	5
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.2s - 0.5s

Damage	4
Energy	5

Damage	13
Energy	9
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.8s - 1.0s

Damage	8
Energy	6

Charged Moves

Ice Punch50332.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Flying
Ground
Grass
Dragon
62.5%
Steel
Fire
Water
Ice
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 50
Energy 33
Weather boost
Snow
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.4s - 1.7s
Trainer Battles
Damage 55
Energy 40

Effects
Ice Punch has no special effects.
See Ice Punch details page ↗
Night Slash45332.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ghost
Psychic
62.5%
Fighting
Dark
Fairy
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 45
Energy 33
Weather boost
Fog
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.1s - 1.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 50
Energy 35

Effects
Special
Night Slash has a 12.5% chance to:
Increase User's Attack by 50.0%
See Night Slash details page ↗
Low Sweep40332.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Normal
Rock
Steel
Ice
Dark
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Psychic
Fairy
39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 40
Energy 33
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.4s - 1.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 40
Energy 40

Effects
Low Sweep has no special effects.
See Low Sweep details page ↗
Shadow Ball100503.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ghost
Psychic
62.5%
Dark
39.1%
Normal
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 100
Energy 50
Weather boost
Fog
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 2.4s - 2.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 100
Energy 55

Effects
Shadow Ball has no special effects.
See Shadow Ball details page ↗
Close Combat1051002.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Normal
Rock
Steel
Ice
Dark
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Psychic
Fairy
39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 105
Energy 100
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.2s - 2.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 100
Energy 45

Effects
Special
Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:
Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
See Close Combat details page ↗
Rage Fist *100503.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ghost
Psychic
62.5%
Dark
39.1%
Normal
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 100
Energy 50
Weather boost
Fog
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 2.8s - 3.0s
Trainer Battles
Damage 50
Energy 35

Effects
Special
Rage Fist has a 100.0% chance to:
Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
See Rage Fist details page ↗

Damage	50
Energy	33
Weather boost	Snow
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.4s - 1.7s

Damage	55
Energy	40

Damage	45
Energy	33
Weather boost	Fog
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.1s - 1.8s

Damage	50
Energy	35

Damage	40
Energy	33
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.4s - 1.8s

Damage	40
Energy	40

Damage	100
Energy	50
Weather boost	Fog
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	2.4s - 2.8s

Damage	100
Energy	55

Damage	105
Energy	100
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.2s - 2.5s

Damage	100
Energy	45

Damage	100
Energy	50
Weather boost	Fog
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	2.8s - 3.0s

Damage	50
Energy	35

Annihilape in the meta

PvE Analysis

Annihilape is blessed with an absolutely phenomenal type combination and a good moveset as well. Unfortunately, its offensive prowess is rather underwhelming to serve any true impact 🤐. Besides, it's quite outclassed as a Fighting-type with some stiff competition 🥊. As a Ghost Pokémon, it has potential but lacks a Ghost-type Quick attack to make a mark.

⚔️ Raids - Fighting types get excellent type coverage, and it's always beneficial to have more of these Pokémon in your teams 👊. While not a top pick, Annihilape certainly works as part of your squad, although it’s wise to remember there are numerous better options overall 👍.

🛡️ Gyms - With impressive HP and typing, Annihilape can be a good Gym defender, even managing to damage attackers it's weak against ✅. Not to mention, it looks amazing 😍.

PvP Analysis

Annihilape immediately broke into the PvP meta upon debuting in Pokémon GO and quickly became a staple in various regionals and even world championships 😎. That was until the Max Out GBL Season update nerfed Counter, halting this Pokémon’s rampage 🥵.

However, the Mankey Community Day in November 2024 offers a second coming for Annihilape… somewhat. Rage Fist is cheap, allowing Annihilape to spam the move and burn shields. Additionally, it guarantees an ATK buff, making it deadlier with time 😈.

All this is fine and dandy, but that doesn't change the fact that Counter took a heavy hit, and Rage Fist won’t fully bring back the glory days 🫡. Still, it’s a great second chance for Annihilape, especially in the lower PvP Leagues.

🔵 Great League - The issue with Annihilape is that it is outclassed by its own pre-evolution, Primeape—and by a significant margin! 😅. Feraligatr, Licklicky, Shadow Marowak, Shadow Quagsire, Malamar, Mandibuzz, and Talonflame… these are formidable Great League Pokémon that Annihilape cannot defeat but Primeape can 😲. So, while you can use Annihilape in the Great League, you're missing out on many wins that you could have achieved with Primeape.

🟡 Ultra League - The gap between Annihilape and Primeape closes in the Ultra League, with both performing quite similarly 🤝. Primeape’s Karate Chop is offset by Annihilape’s higher bulk. While wins against Registeel, Greninja, Typhlosion, and Ampharos are impressive, it still lacks the strength to face Giratina, Cresselia, Malamar, Skeledirge, and the rising Shadow Golurk 😶‍🌫️. These Pokémon dominate the meta, and Annihilape would benefit significantly from a Ghost-type Quick attack to better complement Rage Fist.

🟣 Master League - The Master League happens to be Annihilape's best showing, with its Fighting and Ghost coverage paying rich dividends 👀. Add Rage Fist’s ATK-boosting capabilities, and suddenly, Annihilape looks menacing, overpowering Zacian Hero, the Origin and base forms of Dialga & Palkia, Kyogre, and the popular Rhyperior. This Pokémon is a serious core breaker! 🥳. Speaking of cores, it barely loses to Dusk Mane Necrozma but struggles against Dawn Wings Necrozma. All in all, it’s not as dominant as the pre-Counter nerf era, but it’s still a solid improvement 👍.

Now, if it ever gets Shadow Claw… that would make Annihilape one of the best in the Master League 👀.

Special CP Values

Annihilape's has 3695 max CP (at Level 50). A Annihilape obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1786 CP to 1867 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2233 CP to 2334 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Annihilape can be found in the 1340 CP to 1401 CP range.

Max CP	3695 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	1340 CP - 1401 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	1786 CP - 1867 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	1786 CP - 1867 CP
	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
	2233 CP - 2334 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs

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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

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	46 CP	2	144 CP	3	243 CP
4	342 CP	5	440 CP	6	539 CP
7	638 CP	8	736 CP	9	835 CP
10	934 CP	11	1027 CP	12	1120 CP
13	1214 CP	14	1307 CP	15	1401 CP
16	1494 CP	17	1587 CP	18	1681 CP
19	1774 CP	20	1867 CP	21	1961 CP
22	2054 CP	23	2148 CP	24	2241 CP
25	2334 CP	26	2428 CP	27	2521 CP
28	2615 CP	29	2708 CP	30	2802 CP
31	2848 CP	32	2895 CP	33	2942 CP
34	2988 CP	35	3035 CP	36	3082 CP
37	3128 CP	38	3175 CP	39	3222 CP
40	3268 CP	41	3310 CP	42	3352 CP
43	3394 CP	44	3436 CP	45	3478 CP
46	3521 CP	47	3564 CP	48	3608 CP
49	3651 CP	50	3695 CP

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#979
Height	1.2 m
Weight	56 kg
Region	Paldea Generation 9
Can be traded	Allowed
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Catch Rate	20%
Base Flee Rate	0%
Catch rewards	10 500
Additional Move Cost	50 50000

Encounter data

Movement type	MOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer	0
Jump Time	2s
Attack Probability	5.0%
Attack Timer	0
Dodge Probability	10.0%
Dodge Duration	0.0s
Dodge Distance	1
Min Action Frequency	1s
Max Action Frequency	2s

Mega Pokémon that boost Annihilape

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

Fighting

Ghost

More 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

The base catch rate for Annihilape 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%.

Configure

		Normal	Nice	Great	Excellent
No Berry	-	16.74%	19.00%	24.03%	28.75%
No Berry	Curve	26.76%	30.10%	37.32%	43.79%
Razz Berry	-	24.03%	27.09%	33.78%	39.85%
Razz Berry	Curve	37.32%	41.56%	50.38%	57.86%
Silver Pinap Berry	-	28.09%	31.56%	39.02%	45.67%
Silver Pinap Berry	Curve	42.91%	47.52%	56.87%	64.55%
Golden Razz Berry	-	36.74%	40.94%	49.69%	57.14%
Golden Razz Berry	Curve	54.09%	59.15%	68.90%	76.32%

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Catch probability with multiple throws

In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Annihilape, 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:

Multiplier	Amount
Razz Berry	1.5
Silver Pinap Berry	1.8
Golden Razz Berry	2.5
Curveball	1.7
Nice Throw	1.15
Great Throw	1.5
Excellent Throw	1.85
PokéBall	1.0
Premier Ball	1.0
Great Ball	1.5
Ultra Ball	2.0
Bronze medal	1.1
Silver medal	1.2
Gold medal	1.3

Annihilape evolution chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Mankey	50 Candy	Primeape
Primeape	100 Candy Defeat 30 Psychic- or Ghost-type Pokémon	Annihilape

Mankey evolves into Primeape which costs 50 Candy.
Primeape evolves into Annihilape which costs 100 Candy. You also need to Defeat 30 Psychic- or Ghost-type Pokémon.

Annihilape family

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

Annihilape high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

Annihilape Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Scarlet	When its anger rose beyond a critical point, this Pokémon gained power that is unfettered by the limits of its physical body.
Violet	It imbues its fists with the power of the rage that it kept hidden in its heart. Opponents struck by these imbued fists will be shattered to their core.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Annihilape’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fighting and Ghost-type Pokémon, Annihilape is weak to Fairy, Flying, Ghost, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Annihilape in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Annihilape in Pokémon GO are Counter and Shadow Ball. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.102 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 307.798.

How does Annihilape perform in Raids?

Annihilape is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Annihilape rank as a Fighting-type attacker?

Annihilape is a B-Tier Fighting-type attacker, ranking at number #34 with limited utility in specific matchups.

How does Annihilape rank as a Ghost-type attacker?

Annihilape is a B-Tier Ghost-type attacker, ranking at number #31 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Annihilape?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Annihilape: Mega Heracross, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, and Mega Banette.

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

Annihilape’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3268 CP and 3695 CP at Level 50.

Can Annihilape be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Annihilape can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Annihilape Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Annihilape cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

List of Annihilape costumes

A list of Annihilape costumes available in Pokémon GO.