Nothing fancy in Tyranitar's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 3 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Extremely strong, it can change the landscape. It is so insolent that it doesn’t care about others.
In just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and mountains crumble.
Tyranitar is weak to Fighting, Water, Grass, Ground, Bug, Steel, and Fairy. Watch out for Fighting attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Psychic-type moves entirely. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. Tyranitar's overall bulk (100/110/100) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fighting |
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ground, Bug, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
Cyclizar's Draco Meteor hits Tyranitar for 36-42%. Cyclizar's Draco Meteor hits Tyranitar for 36-42%. Kilowattrel deals 37-44% with Thunderbolt.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Tyranitar View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin6-8% U Turn 2x24-28% Knock Off6-6% Draco Meteor36-42% | ||
| A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Tyranitar View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin6-8% U Turn 2x24-28% Knock Off6-6% Draco Meteor36-42% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Tyranitar View Kilowattrel builds →Volt Switch29-34% Thunderbolt37-44% Hurricane23-27% Air Slash16-18% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Tyranitar View Haunter builds →Shadow Ball18-21% Sludge Bomb20-23% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemLeppaberry NatureQuiet Moves View Rabsca builds →
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The three-stage chain from Larvitar through Pupitar ends here at Tyranitar. Want more? Breed for Larvitar eggs. Plenty of partners available via one egg group. The evolution from Larvitar pushed Tyranitar to 600 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +70. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Tyranitar to get Larvitar eggs using 81 partners from the Monster egg group.
Pursuit is the safe click most turns. Choice Band locks Tyranitar into it but rewards with raw power at the cost of move flexibility. Adamant nature and max Attack and Speed EVs maximize that first hit. Sand Stream helps on the margins.
Best Build
Tyranitar best EVs are HP and Attack
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Pursuit
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Ice Punch
- Low Kick
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Pursuit
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Ice Punch
- Low Kick
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Crunch
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Rock Slide
- Protect
- Crunch
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Tyranitar cleanly, with Stone Edge and Foul Play 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 11 types means almost nothing walls Tyranitar cleanly, with Stone Edge and Crunch anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Tyranitar cleanly, with Stone Edge and Dark Pulse 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 Tyranitar cleanly, with Stone Edge and Foul Play anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Tyranitar doesn't appear wild. Catch Larvitar instead, it shows up at decent rates. Evolve it at level 55 to get Tyranitar. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Tyranitar in Scarlet & Violet
Larvitar is your first catch on the way to Tyranitar. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-58 across 15 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch LarvitarSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainOverworld Lv.16-28 Route25%MidEast Province (Area One) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidEast Province (Area Three) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidGlaseado MountainOverworld Lv.16-38 Cave5%MidGlaseado MountainOverworld Lv.16-38 Cave5%MidNorth Province (Area One) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidNorth Province (Area Three) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidNorth Province (Area Two) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidSouth Province (Area One) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidWest Province (Area One) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidWest Province (Area Three) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidWest Province (Area Two) - CaveOverworld Lv.16-38 Route5%MidEast Province (Area Three) - MineOverworld Lv.16-38 Route2%Mid
Step 2Catch or Evolve PupitarSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveOverworld Lv.42-58 Route3%Lateor evolve from Larvitar (Step 1)
Step 3Tyranitar ✓
Tyranitar isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Larvitar from Gold, Crystal, or Scarlet. The evolution path from Larvitar to Tyranitar is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Tyranitar in Legends: Z-A
- Step 3Tyranitar ✓
Tyranitar doesn't appear wild. Catch Larvitar instead, it shows up at decent rates. Evolve it at level 55 to get Tyranitar. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Tyranitar in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Larvitar is your first catch on the way to Tyranitar. You'll find walking and special encounters from Lv. 6-63 across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch LarvitarRoute 207Using PokeRadar Lv.6-7 Route22%EarlyBig Bluff CavernGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRocky CaveGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-game
Step 2Catch or Evolve PupitarBig Bluff CavernGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRocky CaveGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameor evolve from Larvitar (Step 1)
Step 3Tyranitar ✓
Can't catch Tyranitar directly. Start with Larvitar at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 55. The 3-stage chain from Larvitar to Tyranitar is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Tyranitar in Sword & Shield
The path to Tyranitar starts with Larvitar at Lv. 50-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch LarvitarRoaring-Sea CavesOverworld Lv.60-65 Cave10%PostAll WeatherLake of OutrageGrass Lv.50-52 Water5%PostIntense SunLake of OutrageGrass Lv.50-52 Water5%PostOvercast
Step 2Catch or Evolve PupitarLake of OutrageGrass Lv.50-52 Water2%PostSandstormLake of OutrageOverworld Lv.55-58 Water2%PostSandstormor evolve from Larvitar (Step 1)
Step 3Tyranitar ✓
Tyranitar already has 600 BST going for it, and Sand Stream pushes the competitive value even higher. A-Tier wallbreaker on our tier list.
Yes. Mega Tyranitar is the evolved form, sitting at 700 BST. Big power spike over base Tyranitar (600). Equip the Mega Stone and it transforms in battle.
Tyranitar's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), Gyarados (Water), and Exeggutor (Grass), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Machamp is the most dangerous since Fighting moves deal 4x damage. Ground, Bug, Steel, and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 7 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. Tyranitar has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Tyranitar gets Sand Stream and Unnerve. But Sand Stream is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. On wall sets, Sand Stream pairs with Tyranitar's base 110 Defense to absorb physical hits on the switch.
Tyranitar is a physical attacker with base 134 Attack. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 61 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Available since Gold & Silver, Tyranitar appears in 18 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 7.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GSDebut
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 6ORASMega
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