Shadow Aurorus is a Rock/Ice-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kalos region (#699, Generation 6). With a max CP of 3,168 and base stats of 186/163/265 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Aurorus has a total stat product of 614. Shadow Aurorus's best moveset is Rock Throw and Meteor Beam, making it a competitive Rock-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Aurorus is weak to Fighting, Steel, Grass, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves (double weak to Fighting, Steel). It resists Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Aurorus is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Rock Throw
Meteor Beam
Frost Breath
Weather Ball Ice
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Aurorus's best offensive moveset is Rock Throw combined with Meteor Beam, achieving 14.0 DPS and 390 TDO as a Rock-type attacker (ranked #28, Tier B). Alternatively, Shadow Aurorus can serve as a Ice-type attacker with Frost Breath and Weather Ball Ice (#30, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Rock Throw (13 DPS), while Powder Snow generates energy the fastest (15 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Aurorus as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Aurorus is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Aurorus returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Aurorus from raids would have 1601 CP at level 20, or 2001 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Aurorus
Shadow Aurorus can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Aurorus is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Aurorus knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Aurorus as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Aurorus Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Aurorus in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Aurorus from raids or eggs will show 1,601 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Aurorus is a Rock/Ice-type Pokemon with a stat total of 614. With its bulk spread of 163 Defense and 265 Stamina, Shadow Aurorus has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Aurorus's double weakness to Fighting, Steel-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Aurorus very quickly.
Shadow Aurorus's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Aurorus much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Aurorus?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Shadow Aurorus is a solid but not elite Rock-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#28) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,168 and base stats of 186/163/265, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Rock-type counters. The best moveset is Rock Throw paired with Meteor Beam. Consider investing if you need a Rock-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.