Raw Attack carries Kyurem's bulk more than the defenses do. Defense barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A near-impossible to catch Boundary Pokemon that yields 3 HP and Attack and Sp. Atk EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It’s said that this Pokémon battles in order to protect the ideal world that will exist in the future for people and Pokémon.
The sameness of Zekrom’s and Kyurem’s genes allowed Kyurem to absorb Zekrom. Kyurem can now use the power of both electricity and ice.
Type-wise, Kyurem takes extra damage from Fighting, Rock, Dragon, Steel, and Fairy. Kyurem's overall bulk (125/90/90) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass |
Pelipper's Hurricane hits Kyurem for 41-48%.
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityWatercompaction ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Kyurem View Palossand builds →Shadow Ball24-29% Scorching Sands21-25% | ||
 Pelipper Water | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Kyurem View Pelipper builds →Hurricane41-48% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityShedskin ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Kyurem View Sandaconda builds →Earthquake32-38% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves View Altaria builds →
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 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Kyurem View Masquerain builds →U Turn13-15% | ||
No breeding, no evolution. Kyurem is a Dragon/Ice legendary with 660 base stat total that you obtain once and build around. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
the remaining moves keeps opponents guessing about Kyurem's real targets. Loaded Dice provides guaranteed multi-hit consistency while max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs and Timid nature handle the stat profile. Pressure ties it together.
Best Build
Kyurem best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Freeze Dry
- Earth Power
- Icicle Spear
- Draco Meteor
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Freeze Dry
- Earth Power
- Blizzard
- Flash Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Freeze Dry
- Earth Power
- Draco Meteor
- Blizzard
Recommended Teammates
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- Freeze Dry
- Earth Power
- Dragon Dance
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Freeze Dry
- Dragon Dance
- Scale Shot
- Blizzard
Recommended Teammates
Special Attacker Moveset
- Freeze Dry
- Earth Power
- Roost
- Substitute
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Earth Power
- Glaciate
- Protect
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Utility Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Earth Power
- Roost
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Earth Power
- Glaciate
- Protect
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Utility Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Earth Power
- Roost
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs carry this one. Kyurem learns Draco Meteor and Outrage naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Rock and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs carry this one. Kyurem learns Outrage and Blizzard naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Rock and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
Stall teams hate this. Kyurem can spread damage across 10 types, with Rock and Normal punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Draco Meteor and Outrage keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
TMs carry this one. Kyurem learns Draco Meteor and Outrage naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Rock and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
No wild encounters for Kyurem in Scarlet & Violet. It's available in Black, Black 2, or Ultra Sun and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
No wild encounters for Kyurem in Sword & Shield. It's available in Black, Black 2, or Ultra Sun and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Kyurem waits at a fixed spot in this game. Head to Ultra Space Wilds for a one-time encounter. No random spawns or encounter rates involved — it's a set battle at a known location.
Best Locations to Catch Kyurem in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
No wild encounters for Kyurem in Sun & Moon. It's available in Black, Black 2, or Ultra Sun and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Kyurem is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Special encounter in:
Then trade to Sun & Moon.
Also found in:
Kyurem is a Legendary Pokemon rated A-Tier. At 660 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a wallbreaker. Base 130 Attack stands out.
Kyurem's biggest threats include Hitmonlee (Fighting), Tyranitar (Rock), and Garchomp (Dragon), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Steel and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. Kyurem has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Pressure is the go-to ability for Kyurem. It increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. It's Kyurem's only ability.
Base 95 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Kyurem is a mixed attacker with base 130 Attack and 130 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a wallbreaker.
Best way to handle Kyurem: 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 Black & White, Kyurem has been featured in 8 titles across 6 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 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BWDebut
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