Fairy gives Zacian strong STAB coverage, and its stat spread wastes nothing on the offensive side. It outspeeds nearly everything without investment. Dragon moves can't touch it, and only 2 types hit it super-effectively. Known as the Warrior Pokemon.
Zacian's spread isn't flashy. Speed leads, Sp. Atk trails, 6 stats clear the bar. Very hard to catch and worth 3 Speed EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Known as a legendary hero, this Pokémon absorbs metal particles, transforming them into a weapon it uses to battle.
This Pokémon has slumbered for many years. Some say it’s Zamazenta’s elder sister—others say the two Pokémon are rivals.
Zacian Weakness
GoodZacian is weak to Poison and Steel-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. Zacian's overall bulk (92/115/115) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
Zacian is a powerhouse with 660 total stats as a Fairy legendary. Can't breed it, so you're locked to whatever you catch or receive.
How to Evolve
Play Rough is the safe click most turns. Choice Band locks Zacian 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. Intrepidsword helps on the margins.
Best Build
Best Zacian Moveset
- Play Rough
- Close Combat
- Crunch
- Fire Fang
Recommended Teammates
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 types means almost nothing walls Zacian cleanly, with Moonblast and Play Rough anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Zacian is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
This is an event-exclusive or special distribution.
Zacian is a Legendary Pokemon rated B-Tier on our tier list. At 660 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a sweeper. Base 138 Speed is where it shines.
Zacian doesn't evolve. As a Legendary Pokemon, it stands on its own without an evolutionary line. It's a Fairy type with 660 BST.
Intrepid Sword is the go-to ability for Zacian. It boosts Attack in battle. It's Zacian's only ability.
Zacian fills the sweeper role. It's a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. Base 138 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Zacian can be found in Scarlet & Violet and Sword & Shield.
Zacian has appeared in 2 games since Sword & Shield, spanning 2 generations. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A