Raw HP carries Giratina's bulk more than the defenses do. Speed barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A near-impossible to catch Renegade Pokemon that yields 3 HP EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Giratina loses its legs upon changing into this form. I believe this Pokémon must hail from a world where the heavens and the earth are as one, though I have no way of proving it.
Giratina's Ghost/Dragon typing leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, and Fairy. It shrugs off Normal and Fighting-type attacks completely. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Giratina's overall bulk (150/120/120) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass, Poison, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLibero ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Giratina View Cinderace builds →U Turn4-5% Sucker Punch 2x18-21% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemChoice Specs NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Giratina View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch13-16% Electroweb11-13% Thunderbolt17-20% | ||
 CyclizarImmune to Ghost, recovers HP on switch via Regenerator, sheds status via Shed Skin DragonNormal | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Giratina View Cyclizar builds →U Turn3-3% Knock Off 2x10-12% Draco Meteor 2x42-49% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Giratina View Corviknight builds →U Turn3-3% | ||
You can't breed Giratina or evolve it into anything else. This Ghost/Dragon legendary packs 680 stats and doesn't need a chain to be relevant. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Pressure isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Leftovers for passive recovery each turn and max HP and Defense EVs, Giratina fills the defensive wall slot reliably. Impish nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Giratina best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Will O Wisp
- Hex
- Dragon Tail
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Protect
- Shadow Force
- Dragon Claw
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Protect
- Shadow Ball
- Draco Meteor
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Calm Mind
- Hex
- Will O Wisp
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Legends: Arceus uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
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No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
Try selecting a different game/generation filter, or check back later.
Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Giratina won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 12 types means it always has an effective option. Draco Meteor and Shadow Force anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
STAB options run deep here. Giratina doesn't have to settle for one Ghost and Dragon attack when there's a whole lineup. Draco Meteor and Shadow Force are the headliners, with coverage across 12 types backing them up.
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Giratina won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Draco Meteor and Shadow Force anchor the STAB core.
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Giratina won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 11 types means it always has an effective option. Shadow Force and Outrage anchor the STAB core.
No wild encounters for Giratina in Scarlet & Violet. It's available in Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Giratina is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
You'll find Giratina at Turnback Cave as a set encounter. It's always there at that location, so come prepared for the battle. The location details below cover exact positioning.
Best Locations to Catch Giratina in Legends: Arceus
Giratina can't be caught in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring it over from Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Giratina is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Special encounter in:
Then trade to Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.
Also found in:
No wild encounters for Giratina in Sword & Shield. It's available in Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Giratina is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Special encounter in:
Then trade to Sword & Shield.
Also found in:
At 680 BST, Giratina is built different. We rank it S-Tier. As a Legendary Pokemon, the raw stats back up the reputation. Best used as a wall.
Watch for Weavile (Ice), Dusknoir (Ghost), and Kingdra (Dragon) when using Giratina. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Dark and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. Giratina has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Pressure increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. That's the one you want on Giratina. Telepathy is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Giratina is a special attacker with base 100 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a wall.
Giratina has answers, but so do you. Status moves (Toxic, Will-O-Wisp) wear it down. Setup sweepers can use it as a boost opportunity. Physical attackers can break through.
First obtainable in Diamond & Pearl, Giratina has been featured in 13 titles across 7 generations. Legendary status means a single encounter per playthrough in most games.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves