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Shadow Barboach is a Water/Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#339, Generation 3). With a max CP of 925 and base stats of 93/82/137 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Barboach has a total stat product of 312.
Shadow Barboach is weak to Grass-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Barboach is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Water Gun (10 DPS), while Mud Shot generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Barboach as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Barboach is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Barboach returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Barboach from raids would have 468 CP at level 20, or 585 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Barboach
Shadow Barboach can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Barboach is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Barboach knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Barboach as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.
Shadow Barboach Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Barboach in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Barboach from raids or eggs will show 468 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Barboach is a Water/Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 312. With its bulk spread of 82 Defense and 137 Stamina, Shadow Barboach has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Barboach's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Barboach very quickly.
Shadow Barboach's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Barboach much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Barboach?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Shadow Barboach is a Water/Ground-type Pokemon with base stats of 93/82/137 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 925. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shadow Barboach may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.