Chien-Pao outspeeds most of the metagame without even trying. And the offense backs it up — it's fast AND it hits hard. Psychic moves can't touch it, which offsets the 6 weaknesses somewhat. Known as the Ruinous Pokemon.
Chien-Pao's built around physical offense. Speed leads the charge, Sp. Def pays for it. Very hard to catch, worth 3 Speed EVs. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
This Pokémon can control 100 tons of fallen snow. It plays around innocently by leaping in and out of avalanches it has caused.
The hatred of those who perished by the sword long ago has clad itself in snow and become a Pokémon.
Chien Pao Weakness
FragileType-wise, Chien Pao takes extra damage from Fighting, Fire, Bug, Rock, Steel, and Fairy. Watch out for Fighting attacks, those deal 4x damage. Psychic moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity.
No breeding, no evolution. Chien Pao is a Dark/Ice legendary with 570 base stat total that you obtain once and build around.
How to Evolve
One boost from Swords Dance and Chien Pao gets dangerous fast. The Adamant nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Swordofruin backs the whole approach. Iciclecrash and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Best Chien-Pao Moveset
- Icicle Crash
- Sucker Punch
- Ice Shard
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Chien Pao develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Sacred Sword and Blizzard show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Chien-Pao is a fixed encounter, not a random spawn. Walk up to it, interact, and the battle starts immediately. Head to West Province (Area One) when your team is ready for the fight.
Best Locations
Chien-Pao is a Legendary Pokemon rated S-Tier on our tier list. At 570 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a sweeper. Base 135 Speed is where it shines.
Chien-Pao's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), Charizard (Fire), and Pinsir (Bug), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Machamp is the most dangerous since Fighting moves deal 4x damage. Rock, Steel, and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Chien-Pao doesn't evolve. As a Legendary Pokemon, it stands on its own without an evolutionary line. It's a Dark/Ice type with 570 BST.
Sword Of Ruin is the go-to ability for Chien-Pao. It lowers Defense of all Pokémon except itself. It's Chien-Pao's only ability.
Chien-Pao fills the sweeper role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 120 Attack). Base 135 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Chien-Pao can be found in Scarlet & Violet.
Chien Pao has appeared in 1 games since Scarlet & Violet, spanning 1 generation. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A