Shadow Altaria Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,266, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Altaria good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 2,266 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Altaria in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Shadow Altaria's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Rock-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Ice-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Shadow Altaria, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Altaria resists Grass, Ground, Bug, Fighting, Fire, Water-type moves.

Q: What is Shadow Altaria's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria's maximum CP is 2,266 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,004 at level 40. Its base stats are 141 Attack, 201 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 523. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Altaria?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Altaria has 1145 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1432 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,266 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Altaria showing 1145 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Altaria in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Altaria from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Altaria as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Altaria be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Altaria availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Dragon Breath Sky Attack

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Sky Attack costs 50 energy for 80 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Altaria takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ice2.56× Dragon1.6× Fairy1.6× Rock1.6×

Resists

Grass0.39× Ground0.39× Bug0.625× Fighting0.625× Fire0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 141

Defense 201

Stamina 181

Stat total: 523
Buddy distance: 1.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,145 CP

Editor's notes

Among Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Altaria sits in the supporting cast rather than the front rank. Its 141/201/181 base stats give it a defensive, bulky build that leans on its HP and Defense.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Altaria is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Altaria moves

2 fast · 5 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Dragon Breath Best STAB	Dragon	6	4	0.5s	12	8
Peck STAB	Flying	10	10	1.0s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Dazzling Gleam	Fairy	100	50	3.5s	28.6	2.00
Dragon Pulse STAB	Dragon	90	50	3.5s	25.7	1.80
Flamethrower	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30
Sky Attack Best STAB	Flying	80	50	2.0s	40	1.60
Moonblast Elite	Fairy	130	100	4.0s	32.5	1.30

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Dragon Breath	Dragon	3	4	—	—	—
Peck	Flying	6	8	1	6.00	8.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Dazzling Gleam	Fairy	90	55	1.64	—
Dragon Pulse	Dragon	90	55	1.64	—
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—
Sky Attack	Flying	75	50	1.50	—
Moonblast	Fairy	110	60	1.83	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Dragon Breath (12 DPS); Peck builds energy fastest (10 EPS). Moonblast is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Swablu 400 Candy

Altaria

Mega Evolution

Altaria

300 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Altaria

Family

Swablu

Altaria

Mega Altaria Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Swablu Shadow Altaria

How to get Shadow Altaria

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Altaria knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 1,000 Dust + 1 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	49	1,732
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	49	1,875
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,108	1,174
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,379	1,460
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,108	1,174
Research Encounter	Lv 15	838	887
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,108	1,174

Is Shadow Altaria good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Shadow Altaria has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (201 Defense / 181 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 Candy, and with 5 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	28
Lv 2	88
Lv 3	149
Lv 4	209
Lv 5	270
Lv 6	330
Lv 7	391
Lv 8	451
Lv 9	512
Lv 10	572
Lv 11	630
Lv 12	687
Lv 13	744

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	801
Lv 15	859
Lv 16	916
Lv 17	973
Lv 18	1,031
Lv 19	1,088
Lv 20	1,145
Lv 21	1,202
Lv 22	1,260
Lv 23	1,317
Lv 24	1,374
Lv 25	1,432
Lv 26	1,489

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,546
Lv 28	1,603
Lv 29	1,661
Lv 30	1,718
Lv 31	1,747
Lv 32	1,775
Lv 33	1,804
Lv 34	1,832
Lv 35	1,861
Lv 36	1,890
Lv 37	1,918
Lv 38	1,947
Lv 39	1,976

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,004
Lv 41	2,030
Lv 42	2,055
Lv 43	2,081
Lv 44	2,107
Lv 45	2,133
Lv 46	2,159
Lv 47	2,186
Lv 48	2,212
Lv 49	2,239
Lv 50	2,266

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0334
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.09 m
Weight: 20.60 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0334_POKEMON_ALTARIA_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Altaria in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria's best moveset is Dragon Breath (fast) with Sky Attack (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Altaria's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria takes super effective damage from Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Rock-type moves. It is double weak to Ice (2.56× damage), so those attackers cut through it fastest. It resists Grass, Ground, Bug, Fighting, Fire, Water, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Altaria's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria reaches 2,266 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,004 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Altaria?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Altaria shows 1,145 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,432 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Altaria in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Altaria spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Altaria be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Altaria depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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