Shadow Camerupt is a Fire/Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#323, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,479 and base stats of 194/136/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Camerupt has a total stat product of 502. Shadow Camerupt's best moveset is Ember and Overheat.
Shadow Camerupt is weak to Water, Ground-type moves (double weak to Water). It resists Electric, Bug, Fairy, Fire, Poison, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Camerupt is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Ember
Overheat
Ember
Overheat
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
In Great League PvP, Shadow Camerupt runs Ember and Overheat, ranked #33 (Tier A) with a 65.68% win rate. In Ultra League PvP, Shadow Camerupt runs Ember and Overheat, ranked #27 (Tier A) with a 68.49% win rate. Shadow Camerupt has access to 3 fast moves and 6 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Incinerate (12.8 DPS), while Ember generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Camerupt as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Camerupt is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Camerupt returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Camerupt from raids would have 1253 CP at level 20, or 1566 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Camerupt
Shadow Camerupt can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Camerupt is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Camerupt 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 Camerupt as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Camerupt Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Camerupt in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Camerupt from raids or eggs will show 1,253 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Camerupt is a Fire/Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 502. With its high Attack stat (194), Shadow Camerupt is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Camerupt's double weakness to Water-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Camerupt very quickly.
Shadow Camerupt's moves get a damage boost in Sunny 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 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Camerupt much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Camerupt?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Recommended for PvP
Shadow Camerupt doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #33 (Tier A) in Great League with a 65.68% overall win rate. With base stats of 194/136/172 and a max CP of 2,479, its stat distribution is more offense-oriented. Run Ember with Overheat for best results. Worth investing in a second charged move to expand coverage and improve matchups across the board.