Shadow Cacturne is a Grass/Dark-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#332, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,598 and base stats of 221/115/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Cacturne has a total stat product of 508. Shadow Cacturne's best moveset is Sand Attack and Grass Knot, making it a competitive Grass-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Cacturne is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves (double weak to Bug). It resists Psychic, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks. Shadow Cacturne is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Sand Attack
Grass Knot
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Cacturne's best offensive moveset is Sand Attack combined with Grass Knot, achieving 14.6 DPS and 263 TDO as a Grass-type attacker (ranked #27, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Poison Jab (13 DPS), while Sand Attack generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Cacturne as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Cacturne is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Cacturne returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Cacturne from raids would have 1313 CP at level 20, or 1641 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Cacturne
Shadow Cacturne can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Cacturne is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Cacturne 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 Cacturne as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Cacturne Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Cacturne in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Cacturne from raids or eggs will show 1,313 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Cacturne is a Grass/Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 508. With its high Attack stat (221), Shadow Cacturne is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Cacturne's double weakness to Bug-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Cacturne very quickly.
Shadow Cacturne's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Fog weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Cacturne much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Cacturne?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Shadow Cacturne is a solid but not elite Grass-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#27) in raid performance. With a max CP of 2,598 and base stats of 221/115/172, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Grass-type counters. The best moveset is Sand Attack paired with Grass Knot. Consider investing if you need a Grass-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.