Shadow Arbok Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,171, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Arbok good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Arbok 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 2,171 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 Arbok in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Arbok 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 Arbok's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Arbok is a Poison-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Psychic-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Arbok, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Arbok resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Poison-type moves.

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

Shadow Arbok's maximum CP is 2,171 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,921 at level 40. Its base stats are 167 Attack, 153 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 475. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Arbok has 1097 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1372 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,171 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Arbok showing 1097 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Arbok can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Arbok from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Arbok as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Arbok be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Arbok 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 Tail Gunk Shot

Same-type attack bonus on Gunk Shot. Gunk Shot costs 100 energy for 130 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Arbok takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Psychic1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fighting0.625× Grass0.625× Poison0.625×

Base stats

Attack 167

Defense 153

Stamina 155

Stat total: 475
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,097 CP

Shadow Arbok moves

4 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Acid STAB	Poison	11	10	1.0s	11	10
Bite	Dark	6	4	0.5s	12	8
Dragon Tail Best	Dragon	14	8	1.0s	14	8
Poison Sting STAB	Poison	4	6	0.5s	8	12

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Acid Spray STAB	Poison	20	50	3.0s	6.7	0.40
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	3.0s	26.7	1.60
Gunk Shot Best STAB	Poison	130	100	3.0s	43.3	1.30
Sludge Wave STAB	Poison	105	100	3.0s	35	1.05

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Acid	Poison	6	8	1	6.00	8.00
Bite	Dark	4	2	—	—	—
Dragon Tail	Dragon	9	12	2	4.50	6.00
Poison Sting	Poison	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Acid Spray	Poison	20	45	0.44	Buff / debuff
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	1.60	—
Gunk Shot	Poison	130	75	1.73	—
Sludge Wave	Poison	110	65	1.69	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Dragon Tail (14 DPS); Poison Sting builds energy fastest (12 EPS).

Evolution

Ekans 50 Candy

Arbok

Family

Ekans

Arbok

Shadow forms Shadow Ekans Shadow Arbok

How to get Shadow Arbok

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Arbok knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	46	1,660
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	46	1,797
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,061	1,125
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,320	1,399
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,061	1,125
Research Encounter	Lv 15	802	850
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,061	1,125

Is Shadow Arbok good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Arbok 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.

Attack is its highest stat (167), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Cloudy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	27
Lv 2	85
Lv 3	143
Lv 4	201
Lv 5	259
Lv 6	317
Lv 7	375
Lv 8	433
Lv 9	491
Lv 10	549
Lv 11	603
Lv 12	658
Lv 13	713

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	768
Lv 15	823
Lv 16	878
Lv 17	933
Lv 18	987
Lv 19	1,042
Lv 20	1,097
Lv 21	1,152
Lv 22	1,207
Lv 23	1,262
Lv 24	1,317
Lv 25	1,372
Lv 26	1,427

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,482
Lv 28	1,536
Lv 29	1,591
Lv 30	1,646
Lv 31	1,674
Lv 32	1,701
Lv 33	1,729
Lv 34	1,756
Lv 35	1,783
Lv 36	1,811
Lv 37	1,838
Lv 38	1,866
Lv 39	1,893

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,921
Lv 41	1,945
Lv 42	1,969
Lv 43	1,994
Lv 44	2,019
Lv 45	2,044
Lv 46	2,069
Lv 47	2,094
Lv 48	2,120
Lv 49	2,146
Lv 50	2,171

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0024
Form: Shadow
Height: 3.50 m
Weight: 65.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 4 released forms
Game ID: V0024_POKEMON_ARBOK_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Arbok's best moveset is Dragon Tail (fast) with Gunk Shot (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Arbok's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Arbok takes super effective damage from Ground, Psychic-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Poison, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Arbok reaches 2,171 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,921 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 Arbok?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Arbok shows 1,097 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,372 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 Arbok in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Arbok be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Arbok 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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