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No. 1007 · Generation IX · Paldea

Koraidon

The Paradox Pokémon
Fighting Dragon
Weak to 4× Fairy 2× Ice Flying Psychic Dragon
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Koraidon
Sprite

TL;DR. Koraidon is a fighting/dragon-type Pokémon from Generation IX. Base Stat Total: 670. This seems to be the Winged King mentioned in an old expedition journal. It was said to have split the land with its bare fists.

Fighting Dragon

This seems to be the Winged King mentioned in an old expedition journal. It was said to have split the land with its bare fists.

Height2.5 m
Weight303.0 kg
AbilitiesOrichalcum Pulse
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 670. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 100
Attack 135
Defense 115
Sp. Attack 85
Sp. Defense 100
Speed 135
Total670
670 base stat total, the 16th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 8th among Fighting-types.
135 base Attack, Koraidon's strongest stat, ranking 10th of 140 Fighting-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

Koraidon in Pokémon GO.

Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Koraidon reaches 3,973 CP at level 40 and 4,545 CP as a best buddy.

GO Attack263
GO Defense223
GO Stamina205
Max CP (L40)3,973
Max CP (L50)4,491
Best buddy (L51)4,545
Raid catch CP 2,180–2,270 (L20). Weather boosted 2,726–2,837 (L25).

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Competitive

Koraidon in competitive play.

Koraidon is a Generation 9 Ubers-tier pick in Smogon singles.

Ubers
Choice Scarf
Low Kick / Outrage / U-turn / Flare Blitz
  • ItemChoice Scarf
  • NatureJolly
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
  • TeraGhost, Fire
Scale Shot
Scale Shot / Low Kick / Swords Dance / Flare Blitz
  • ItemLoaded Dice
  • NatureJolly
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
  • TeraFire, Ghost
VGC 2025
Glass Cannon
Protect / Flare Blitz / Flame Charge / Close Combat
  • ItemLife Orb
  • NatureAdamant
  • TeraFire

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Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.

Quick answers

Common questions about Koraidon.

Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Koraidon, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.

What type is Koraidon?

Koraidon is a Fighting/Dragon-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.

What is Koraidon weak to?

Koraidon takes 4× damage from Fairy. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Ice, Flying, Psychic, Dragon.

What is Koraidon resistant to?

Koraidon resists Fire, Water, Grass, Electric, Bug, Rock, Dark. It has no full immunities.

Does Koraidon evolve?

Koraidon does not evolve and does not evolve from another Pokémon. it's a standalone species.

What generation is Koraidon from?

Koraidon was introduced in Generation IX (the Paldea region). Its Pokédex number is #1007.

What are Koraidon's base stats?

Koraidon has HP 100, Attack 135, Defense 115, Special Attack 85, Special Defense 100, and Speed 135. Total base stat total: 670.

What are Koraidon's abilities?

Koraidon can have the ability Orichalcum Pulse.

Is Koraidon legendary or mythical?

Yes. Koraidon is classified as a Legendary Pokémon. Legendaries are typically one-per-game and central to that game's main story.

What is Koraidon's best stat?

Koraidon's highest base stat is Attack at 135, which ranks 10th of 140 Fighting-type Pokémon.

Is Koraidon good?

Koraidon has a base stat total of 670, the 16th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 8th among Fighting-types. That puts it in pseudo-legendary or legendary territory.

See the full Q&A page for Koraidon →
Alternate forms

This Pokémon has forms.

Sprites · Sound

Through the generations.

Koraidon as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.

Koraidon 3D render in Pokémon HOME
HOME Modern 3D render
Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Koraidon is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

4× Devastating
Fairy
2× Weak to
Ice Flying Psychic Dragon
½× Resists
Fire Water Grass Electric Bug Rock Dark
Comparison

Koraidon vs. the average Fighting-type.

Each base stat measured against the mean across all 140 Fighting-type Pokémon.

Stat Koraidon Fighting avg Difference
HP 100 81 +19
Attack 135 99 +36
Defense 115 79 +36
Special Attack 85 75 +10
Special Defense 100 74 +26
Speed 135 76 +59
Total 670 484 +186
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Game appearances

Koraidon appears in 3 games.

Every mainline release where Koraidon is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen IX
  • 2022 Scarlet
  • 2022 Violet
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get it

How to get Koraidon.

Every main-series game Koraidon is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.

Generation IXObtainableTradeNot in the game
  • ScarletObtainable
    • One-time encounterPoco Path (only one) (Limited Build)
    • One-time encounterArea Zero (after credits; only one) (Apex Build)

    Scarlet exclusiveShiny locked

  • VioletTrade
    • Event

    Scarlet exclusive

  • Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Pokémon HOME
Send it to HOME from Scarlet. Event copies from Violet can go up too. Most of those events have ended. From HOME it can move into Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Champions
Not on the roster.
Pokémon anime

Koraidon appears in 2 episodes.

From HZ148 (2026-09-04) through HZ155 (2026-10-30).

Browse them on the anime guide

Pokémon Masters EX · Sync Pairs

Koraidon partners with 1 trainer in Masters EX.

Each card is a canon Trainer + Koraidon partnership. Tap any pair to open the Sync Pair catalog and explore the full roster.

TCG Pocket appearances

Koraidon in TCG Pocket.

Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.

Koraidon ex TCG Pocket card from Deluxe Pack: Mega
Koraidon ex
◆◆◆◆ Rare EX
Koraidon ex TCG Pocket card from Deluxe Pack: Mega
Koraidon ex
♛ Crown Rare
Koraidon ex TCG Pocket card from Paradox Drive
Koraidon ex
◆◆◆◆ Rare EX
Koraidon ex TCG Pocket card from Paradox Drive
Koraidon ex
☆☆ Full Art EX
Koraidon ex TCG Pocket card from Paradox Drive
Koraidon ex
☆☆ Full Art EX
Koraidon TCG Pocket card from Paldean Wonders
Koraidon
◆◆◆ Rare