Tapu Koko Best Moveset
AbilityElectric Surge sets Electric Terrain on entry, boosting Electric damage by 30% and blocking sleep for grounded Pokemon. 130 Speed with Electric/Fairy TermStab makes the moveset the fastest terrain setter available. S-tier because the terrain control reshapes matchups instantly and the offensive pressure is relentless.
Electric Surge set Electric Terrain on entry in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Boosted Electric moves by 30% and blocked Sleep. 130 Speed with terrain-boosted Thunderbolt. Top tier on debut.
Best Moves
Best Build
Tapu Koko best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Ice
- Volt Switch
- Dazzling Gleam
Recommended Teammates
Two gens at the top in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Electric Terrain support plus U-turn pivoting. Every team built around either using Koko's terrain or playing through it.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Dazzling Gleam
- Thunderbolt
- Roost
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Tapu Koko Weakness
Poison and Ground moves hit Tapu Koko for super-effective damage. The upside? Dragon-type moves can't touch it at all. The Electric/Fairy typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. With 70 HP and balanced defenses, Tapu Koko can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Fighting, Flying, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
What is Tapu Koko Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Tapu Koko
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Yveltal builds →Dark Pulse26-30% Sucker Punch17-20% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn14-17% Scald13-15% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Marshadow builds →Shadow Sneak17-21% Close Combat26-31% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityMultiscale ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Dragonite builds →Extreme Speed40-47% Earthquake 2x100-118%KO | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x89-105%KO | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Dracovish builds →Crunch14-16% Psychic Fangs30-35% Ice Fang22-27% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Tapu Koko View Pelipper builds →Hurricane17-20% U Turn6-7% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityOwntempo ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves View Smeargle builds →
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Recommended Build Moves View Necrozma-Dusk-Mane builds →
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Evolution
A Electric/Fairy-type legendary, Tapu Koko doesn't evolve or breed. At 570 total stats, it's meant to stand on its own. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Shiny Tapu Koko
Black-shell Tapu Koko is tactical where the original is tropical. The sleek dark plating with silver accents against the yellow body underneath looks like a guardian that means business. Easily the best shiny of the four Tapus, and it's not close.
Shiny Tapu Koko Evolution
Does Not EvolveShiny Tapu Koko Odds & Hunting Methods
3 of 3 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyTapu Koko Locations
1 encounter spot for Tapu Koko starting from endgame routes. The list below shows each one, so start with the spot nearest your current route.
Best Locations to Catch Tapu Koko in Sword & Shield
Tapu Koko, the electric guardian of Melemele, answers at the Ruins of Conflict; press the altar statue after the Champion title is yours and it battles at level 60.
How to Get Tapu Koko in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Once you have become Champion, Melemele's guardian stirs behind the Ruins of Conflict; touch the shrine there and this electric Tapu challenges you head-on at level 60.
How to Get Tapu Koko in Sun & Moon
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Tapu Koko's Speed does the work, HP pays the price. But you're still getting 3 Speed EVs per KO. Near-impossible to catch, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
The lightning-wielding guardian deity of Melemele, Tapu Koko is brimming with curiosity and appears before people from time to time.
Tapu Koko Event Distributions
Tapu Koko has been distributed through a modest set of Mystery Gift events.
Power up with Shiny Tapu Koko!SunMoonAlways shiny
Shiny Tapu Koko giftUltra SunUltra MoonAlways shiny
Shiny Tapu Koko present !SunMoonAlways shiny
Black Tapu Koko GiftSunMoonAlways shiny
Black Tapu Koko GiftSunMoonAlways shiny
Tapu Koko Guide
Use Tapu Koko as a sweeper. Splits damage between physical and special. It outspeeds most threats, Thunderbolt is the primary attack.
Telepathy is the hidden ability. Protects against friendly Pokémon's damaging moves. Not always the best choice. Compare it to Tapu Koko's regular abilities before committing.
Build your team around Marshadow and Groudon Primal. These have the highest co-usage rates with Tapu Koko in competitive formats. They cover each other's weaknesses.
Run Timid on Tapu Koko. +Speed is what matters, and the -Attack cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the sweeper role.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Tapu Koko has appeared in 3 games. Legendary Pokemon like Tapu Koko are usually found through story events or special post-game areas rather than random encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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