Kyurem (Black) is a dual Dragon- and Ice-type Legendary Pokémon that is vulnerable to Dragon-, Fairy-, Fighting-, Rock-, and Steel-type attacks. Thanks to its unique typing, it resists Electric, Grass, and Water-type moves. You must bring a focused team of high-DPS Fighting, Steel, Fairy, Dragon, or Rock counters to cut through its massive offensive pressure.
Kyurem (Black) will return to Five-Star Legendary raids on Sunday, November 15, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time.
For a broader look at what else is happening this month, be sure to check out The Complete List of November 2026 Pokémon GO Events.
Kyurem (Black) Overview
The Boundary Pokémon features elite offensive stats and formidable raid power.
| Stats | Values |
| Type | Dragon / Ice |
| Region | Generation 5 (Unova) |
| PokéDex Number | 646 |
| Weakness | Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Rock, and Steel |
| Resists | Electric, Grass, and Water |
| Maximum Combat Power (CP) | 5206 CP |
| Best Fast Attack | Dragon Tail/Shadow Claw |
| Best Charged Attack | Freeze Shock/Fusion Bolt |
| Boosted Condition | Windy or Snow weather |
| Shiny | Available |
| Usefulness in PVP | EliteAtacker in Master League |
| Usefulness in Raids | SS-Tier Top-Ranked Ice & Dragon Attacker |
Best Kyurem (Black) Recommended Counters
The following top Pokémon deal maximum super-effective damage to Black Kyurem:
| POKÉMON | RECOMMENDED MOVESET |
| Mega Mewtwo X | Counter as a Fast Attack and Dynamic Punch as a Charged Attack |
| Zacian (Crowned Sword) | Metal Claw as a Fast Attack and Behemoth Blade as a Charged Attack |
| Zamazenta (Crowned Shield) | Metal Claw as a Fast Attack and Behemoth Bash as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Lucario | Force Palm as a Fast Attack and Aura Sphere as a Charged Attack |
| Necrozma (Dusk Mane) | Metal Claw as a Fast Attack and Sunsteel Strike as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Blaziken | Counter as a Fast Attack and Aura Sphere as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Rayquaza | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Outrage as a Charged Attack |
| Shadow Metagross | Bullet Punch as a Fast Attack and Meteor Mash as a Charged Attack |
| Eternatus | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Dynamax Cannon as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Diancie | Rock Throw as a Fast Attack and Rock Slide as a Charged Attack |
Note: Capitalize on Kyurem (Black)’s Fighting, Steel, Dragon, Fairy, and Rock weaknesses. Remember that only one Mega or Primal Pokémon can be active per raid lobby, so coordinate with your group to maximize team-wide damage boosts.
Black Kyurem Raid Boss Moveset
When challenging Kyurem (Black) in raids, it can utilize any of the following attacks:
Fast Attacks: Dragon Tail (Dragon), or Shadow Claw (Ghost)
Charged Attacks: Freeze Shock (Ice), Fusion Bolt (Electric), Stone Edge (Rock), Iron Head (Steel), Outrage (Dragon), or Blizzard (Ice)
Best Budget Kyurem (Black) Recommended Counters
If you lack premier Mega Evolutions, Legendaries, or Shadow options, these accessible alternatives perform reliably in battle:
Terrakion with Double Kick (Fast) and Sacred Sword (Charged)
Metagross with Bullet Punch (Fast) and Meteor Mash (Charged)
Conkeldurr with Counter (Fast) and Dynamic Punch (Charged)
Machamp with Counter (Fast) and Dynamic Punch (Charged)
Rhyperior with Smack Down (Fast) and Rock Wrecker (Charged)
Kyurem (Black) Raid Tips
Lead with a high-tier Mega Evolution (such as Mega Lucario, Mega Mewtwo X, or Mega Diancie) to grant a continuous damage boost to your raid team’s Fighting, Steel, or Rock attacks.
Take advantage of Cloudy weather (boosts Fighting and Fairy attacks), Snow weather (boosts Steel attacks), or Partly Cloudy weather (boosts Rock attacks) to maximize your overall DPS.
Exercise caution if using Dragon-type counters (like Eternatus or Shadow Rayquaza), as Kyurem (Black)’s Dragon Tail, Outrage, and Freeze Shock will deal massive super-effective damage back to them.
Raid in a Party to double your Charged Attack energy gain and clear the battle significantly faster.
Kyurem (Black) in Pokémon GO PvP
Black Kyurem serves as a central wallbreaker in the Master League format:
Master League: Driven by its enormous Attack stat, spammy energy generation with Shadow Claw or Dragon Tail, and terrifying nuke potential with signature moves like Freeze Shock and Fusion Bolt, Black Kyurem is an elite open Master League threat.
How Many Trainers are Needed?
2 to 3 High-Level Trainers: Achievable using maxed-out top counters like Crowned Sword Zacian, Dusk Mane Necrozma, or Mega Lucario under weather-boosted conditions.
4 to 6 Trainers: Recommended for standard raid groups to guarantee a comfortable and quick victory.
Maximize Your Catch Chances
Golden Razz Berries: Pair Golden Razz Berries with Excellent Curveball throws to optimize base catch percentage.
Gym Control & Friend Bonus: Battle at gyms controlled by your team color and raid alongside Ultra or Best Friends for additional Premier Balls.
Hundo CP for Kyurem from Raid
Upon defeating Black Kyurem in raids, you will encounter base Kyurem (or earn specific fusion resources/encounters depending on event rules) with the following CP values:
Standard Catch CP (Level 20, No Weather Boost): 2042 CP
Weather Boosted Catch CP (Level 25, Snow or Windy): 2553 CP
Volt Fusion Energy for Black (Kyurem
To fuse base Kyurem with Zekrom into Black Kyurem, you need to accumulate Volt Fusion Energy
Earning Energy from Raids: Defeating Kyurem (Black) in Five-Star raids rewards between 80 to 140 Volt Fusion Energy per completed raid. Defeating raid bosses faster grants higher energy yield per battle.
Fusion Requirements: Fusing into Black Kyurem requires:
Encounter Note: Upon defeating Black Kyurem in a raid, the boss reverts to standard Kyurem for the bonus catch phase. The stats, IVs, and Shiny status of your fused Black Kyurem are determined entirely by the base Kyurem you choose to fuse, not the Zekrom used as material.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can Kyurem (Black ) be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes, Shiny Kyurem is available, allowing you to obtain a Shiny Black Kyurem form!
What is the best Fast Attack for Black Kyurem?
In PvP, Shadow Claw offers optimal energy generation and coverage, though Dragon Tail is also highly effective for heavy STAB fast-move pressure. In Raids, Dragon Tail is its top choice.
Does weather boost Black Kyurem raids?
Black Kyurem post-raid encounters receive a weather boost to Level 25 during Windy or Snow weather. Meanwhile, your Steel counters receive a damage boost in Snow, Fighting/Fairy counters in Cloudy, and Rock counters in Partly Cloudy weather.
FUN FACT: Kyurem (Black) made its official Pokémon GO debut on February 21, 2025, during Pokémon GO Tour: Unova – Los Angeles and New Taipei City, followed by its worldwide global release on March 1, 2025
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