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Zacian - Crowned Sword

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#888
Default
332
ATK
240
DEF
192
STA
Lvl 50Max CP
5629
Lvl 40
4979
Lvl 25Weather Boost
3556
Lvl 20Raids/Eggs
2845
Lvl 15Research
2134

PvE Analysis

Note: the information on this page is based on datamined move data and is subject to change before Zacian - Crowned Sword's release.

Behold the Crowned Sword in all of its glory. This absolute monster of a Pokemon spent several years as the projected grand monarch of Steel Types, but eventually those projections fell off a bit due to power-creep. However, Crowned Sword Zacian has pulled through with the absolutely fantastic Behemoth Blade, allowing it to take its rightful place.

This is a must-have Pokemon. While Steel doesn't have the best coverage in terms of Super Effective damage, the raw power on display here makes it absolutely worthwhile, especially given the currently datamined information that its Adventure Effect boosts the team's Attack.

So does Zacian reign supreme atop its Steel Type throne? Well, yes and no. Zamazenta - Crowned Shield was given a move that actually surpasses Behemoth Blade: Behemoth Bash. While Zacian still stands atop the DPS throne, Zamazenta is very much competitive due to its huge TDO at a relatively small DPS cost. STILL, don't miss Zacian - Crowned Sword's raw power!

Best PvE Offensive Moveset

  • The raw glory of Metal Claw and Behemoth Blade is the way to go with Zacian - Crowned Sword. This is the moveset that makes it one of the true apex Pokemon of Pokemon Go.
  • Pairing Play Rough with Metal Claw or Air Slash (depending on which move is better in a given matchup) can be paired with Play Rough for good Fairy Type damage.
  • Close Combat and Giga Impact fall behind.

Dynamax Analysis

Zacian - Crowned Sword has the semi-unique advantage of acting as a Dynamax Pokemon without being able to actually Dynamax. In this role, it can drop some tremendous damage with its Max Move-analogous version of Behemoth Blade Add to this surprisingly high bulk and one of the best overall typings in the game defensively speaking, and you've got a Pokemon with a ton of utility and power!

Best Dynamax Moveset

  • Metal Claw is a 0.5 second Fast Move, meaning it powers up Max Moves at max speed. Pair it with Behemoth Blade and Zacian can absolutely wreck Max Raids with ease.

PvP Analysis

Metal Claw is a fairly average Fast Move in PvP, but its key to victory here is its STAB boost and above-average energy generation. Behemoth Blade has relatively low energy cost and absurd raw power, making it a no-brainer for absolutely tearing the opposition apart. Add to that Close Combat for some fast and powerful Fighting Type nuclear damage and Zacian can inflict VERY, VERY heavy damage in short order.

Air Slash is an objectively weaker Fast Move option when compared to Metal Claw. Play Rough can have a bit of utility, but it's comparatively weak and leaves Zacian walled out by many opposing Steel Types. Giga Impact is a bit underwhelming overall.

Great League
Zacian is too glorious for the Great League.
Ultra League
Zacian is also too glorious for the Ultra League! This Pokemon is a MASTER!Crowned Sword Zacian makes history as the first Pokemon to be ineligible for Ultra League CP because a Level 20 one has well over 2500 CP. In the event that a research grants a Level 15 Zacian, it will be eligible. However, it is much more preferable to use Tinkaton as a Fairy/Steel option, as Tinkaton has far greater stats and superior pacing.
Master League
Behold the Crown in its full glory! Zacian rules the Master League with an iron fist (err...sword) thanks to its immense stats (ESPECIALLY its unmatched Attack stat), amazing typing, and powerful attacks. It strikes down scores of errant Dragon-, Fairy-, and Dark-type Pokemon that prowl the metagame, forcing many to hide themselves lest they face wrath of the Crowned Sword. Moreover, Zacian's 11 resistances and mere 2 weaknesses allow it to easily fit into teams, forming numerous cores that aren't easily broken. Countering Zacian may take a combined effort. The immortal phoenix Ho-Oh is Zacian's bane, but Zacian can threaten perilous damage to most other combatants. Pokemon such as Landorus-T, Solgaleo, and Kyogre can serve as checks to the mighty monarch, but may occasionally falter if Zacian finds opportunities to get an energy lead.
Second Charge Move Cost
100,000 Stardust + 100 Candy
Flee Rate
10 %
Buddy Distance
20 KM
Catch Rate
2 %
Female Ratio
%
Male Ratio
%