Lunala's spread is anchored by HP, with special bulk backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 3 Sp. Atk EVs per KO, and the slow 1.25M XP grind keeps leveling painless.
Known as the Beast That Calls the Moon, this Pokémon lives by taking in any and all light and converting it into its own energy.
It steals the light from its surroundings and then becomes the full moon, showering its own light across the night sky.
Lunala is weak to Ghost and Dark. Watch out for Ghost and Dark attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Normal and Fighting-type moves entirely. Lunala's overall bulk (137/89/107) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Psychic |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemRed Card NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Lunala View Glimmora builds →Power Gem22-25% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityUnaware ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Dondozo builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Lunala View Forretress builds →Volt Switch7-8% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityStatic ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Lunala View Zapdos builds →Hurricane29-34% Volt Switch18-22% Heat Wave17-19% | ||
Lunala is the final form from Cosmog's chain, reached at level 53. A Psychic/Ghost legendary with 680 stats, it can't breed. Lunala and Solgaleo share the same 680 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Lunala runs a standard special attacker set. Quiet nature with max HP and Sp. Atk EVs shapes the build, while Power Herb brings instant two-turn move execution. Shadowshield supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Lunala best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Moongeist Beam
- Wide Guard
- Trick Room
- Meteor Beam
Recommended Teammates
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Moongeist Beam
- Moonblast
- Meteor Beam
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Moongeist Beam
- Moonblast
- Moonlight
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Moongeist Beam
- Calm Mind
- Moonblast
- Moonlight
Recommended Teammates
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Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Lunala cleanly, with Future Sight and Poltergeist anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Lunala cleanly, with Future Sight and Poltergeist anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Lunala cleanly, with Moongeist Beam and Dream Eater anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
TMs define Lunala's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Moongeist Beam and Dream Eater, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
Lunala isn't available in the wild in Scarlet & Violet. Start by transferring Cosmog from Sun or Ultra Sun. The evolution path from Cosmog to Lunala is covered in the steps below.
Lunala can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Transfer Cosmog from Sun or Ultra Sun and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Lunala is handed to you at Mahalo Trail. No encounter rates or random spawns involved, so there's nothing to grind. Check the location details below for the exact conditions to trigger it.
How to Obtain Lunala in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Lunala starts with Cosmog at Lv. 5-60 via gift encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CosmogLake of the MooneUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.5 WaterEarlyReverse world (Lunala)Lake of the SunneUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.5 WaterEarlyReverse world (Solgaleo)
Step 2Evolve into Cosmoem
Step 3Lunala ✓Mahalo TrailGift from NPC Lv.60 RoutePostGift from Lillie (post-Gladion)or evolve from Cosmoem (Step 2)
Lunala waits at a fixed spot in this game. Head to Altar of the Moone for a one-time encounter. No random spawns or encounter rates involved — it's a set battle at a known location.
How to Obtain Lunala in Sun & Moon
To get Lunala, start by catching Cosmog through gift encounters at Lv. 5-55. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Lunala is a Legendary Pokemon rated S-Tier. At 680 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a wallbreaker. Base 137 HP is where it shines.
Lunala's biggest threats include Dusknoir (Ghost) and Absol (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Dusknoir is the most dangerous since Ghost moves deal 4x damage. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Lunala has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Run Shadow Shield on Lunala. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Shadow Shield synergizes with Lunala's base 107 Sp.Def, letting it soak special attacks as a pivot.
Lunala fills the wallbreaker role. It's a special attacker with base 137 Sp. Atk. Base 97 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Best way to handle Lunala: Status moves (Toxic, Will-O-Wisp) wear it down. Setup sweepers can use it as a boost opportunity. Physical attackers can break through.
Lunala has appeared in 4 games since Sun & Moon, spanning 4 generations. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
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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 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 7SMDebut
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