Pokemon Powerhouses: Which Pokemon Can Reach 5000 CP?
The quest for the most powerful Pokémon in Pokémon GO is a never-ending pursuit for trainers worldwide. While many legendary and mythical creatures dominate the meta, one surprising Pokémon stands out for its sheer Combat Power (CP). The answer to the question of which Pokémon can reach 5000 CP is primarily: Slaking.
Slaking is the only non-Primal or Mega evolved Pokémon that can naturally reach 5000 CP. It boasts a maximum CP of 5010, making it a formidable force, at least on paper. However, it’s important to note that high CP doesn’t always translate to dominance in battle.
While Slaking is the primary answer when it comes to 5000 CP without special forms, there are other Pokémon that can exceed this threshold through temporary transformations. Specifically, Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre can reach much higher CP values of 6672 but only while they are in their Primal Reversion forms. These transformations are temporary, so after the transformation ends, they revert to their regular form.
The Champion of CP: Why is Slaking at the Top?
Slaking owes its impressive CP to its extraordinarily high base attack stat. This inherent strength allows it to reach such impressive heights in Combat Power. Despite having the highest non-transformed CP, Slaking has a major weakness: its ability Truant. This ability makes it only attack every other turn and therefore makes it incredibly weak in battle. So, while it’s a CP titan, it’s far from a champion in actual combat.
Other High CP contenders: Groudon and Kyogre’s Primal Forms
As mentioned earlier, Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre can far exceed 5000 CP. By undergoing Primal Reversion, both can achieve an incredible 6672 CP. However, it is vital to remember that these transformations are not permanent. Once their Primal Reversion ends, they revert to their base forms and their CP decreases to their base max levels of 4652. While in their Primal forms these two Pokémon are extremely powerful and represent the highest CP levels attainable in Pokémon GO.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About High CP Pokemon
1. What is the maximum CP a Pokemon can reach in Pokémon GO?
The absolute maximum CP a Pokémon can reach in Pokémon GO is 6672, achieved by both Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre during their Primal Reversion states. When not in Primal form, the highest achievable CP is 5010, held by Slaking.
2. Why is Slaking’s high CP deceptive?
Despite its impressive CP, Slaking is not a strong battler due to its ability Truant, which forces it to skip every other turn. This makes it less effective in raids and gym battles.
3. How does a Pokemon’s level affect its CP?
A Pokémon’s level is a significant factor in determining its CP. The higher the level, the higher the CP. This is why you see a range of CP for individual Pokemon based on how much they are powered up.
4. What are IVs and how do they impact CP?
IVs (Individual Values) are hidden stats that each Pokémon possesses. They range from 0 to 15 for each stat (Attack, Defense, and HP). Higher IVs result in a higher maximum CP. A Pokemon with a 100% IV spread (15/15/15), often called a “hundo”, will have the highest possible CP.
5. How can I find a Pokémon with high IVs?
Finding high IV Pokémon can be challenging but there are ways to increase your odds. Trading with friends, completing Raids, participating in research encounters, and hatching eggs can often result in higher IV encounters.
6. Does evolving a Pokemon affect its CP?
Evolving a Pokémon changes its base stats, but it doesn’t change its level or IVs. Powering up a Pokémon before or after evolving makes no difference to the CP it eventually reaches.
7. What is the maximum CP of Charizard?
The maximum CP of a regular Charizard is 3266 without mega evolution, making it a powerful Pokemon but far behind Slaking, Primal Kyogre, and Primal Groudon.
8. What is the maximum CP of Groudon at level 50?
Groudon’s maximum CP at level 50 is 4652. This is significantly lower than Primal Groudon but still a strong Pokemon in battle.
9. What is the maximum CP of Kyogre?
Kyogre’s maximum CP is also 4652 at level 50 without Primal Reversion. When in its Primal form, its CP can go up to 6672.
10. What is weather boost and how does it affect CP?
Weather boost increases the CP of wild Pokémon that match the current weather conditions. It can also boost the CP of Pokémon when they are captured, giving a small boost to their stats at the time of capture.
11. What does the star rating system mean in Pokémon GO?
The star rating system helps you quickly identify the quality of a Pokemon’s IVs. 1 star = generally low IV’s, 2 stars = average IV’s, 3 stars = high IV’s, and 4 stars is often referred to as a “hundo” or perfect IV pokemon.
12. Should I keep 2-star Pokémon?
Keeping 2-star Pokémon depends on your needs. Some rare or powerful Pokémon with unique moves may be worth keeping, even with average IVs, especially if you don’t have a better alternative.
13. Which Pokemon type is generally considered the best?
Dragon-type Pokémon are often considered the best overall due to their effectiveness against other Dragon-types, which make up a large number of legendary Pokemon. They are also generally powerful in most situations and have higher base stats.
14. What is the weakest Pokémon?
Several Pokémon are considered weak, including Shedinja, Wobbufett, and Metapod. These Pokemon generally have very low stats.
15. Is Mega Charizard soloable in raids?
Yes, Mega Charizard raids can be soloed by trainers with well-prepared teams, especially when the raid is only at the four-star level rather than the previous five-star level. This is more viable when there is weather that boosts your chosen Pokémon’s attacks, giving you a big advantage in battle.
Conclusion
Understanding the CP system and which Pokémon can reach certain thresholds is key to becoming a successful Pokémon GO trainer. While Slaking is the non-transformed CP king, Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre surpass it through temporary transformation. Always remember that high CP doesn’t always mean a Pokémon is best in battle, you should also consider their moves and typing when building teams. By utilizing this knowledge, you can make informed decisions on which Pokémon to power up, evolve, and add to your arsenal. Happy hunting, trainers!