Shadow Charizard is a Fire/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#6, Generation 1). With a max CP of 3,266 and base stats of 223/173/186 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Charizard has a total stat product of 582. Shadow Charizard's best moveset is Fire Spin and Blast Burn, making it a competitive Fire-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Charizard is weak to Rock, Electric, Water-type moves (double weak to Rock). It resists Bug, Grass, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Ground, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Charizard is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Fire Spin
Blast Burn
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Charizard's best offensive moveset is Fire Spin combined with Blast Burn, achieving 17.1 DPS and 332 TDO as a Fire-type attacker (ranked #17, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Spin (13 DPS), while Wing Attack generates energy the fastest (11 EPS). Note that Blast Burn, Flamethrower are Elite TM moves and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Evolution
Raid Guide
Shadow Charizard as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Charizard is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Charizard returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Charizard from raids would have 1651 CP at level 20, or 2064 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Charizard
Shadow Charizard can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Charizard is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Charizard 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 Charizard as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Charizard Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Charizard in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Charizard from raids or eggs will show 1,651 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Charizard is a Fire/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 582. With its high Attack stat (223), Shadow Charizard is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Charizard's double weakness to Rock-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Charizard very quickly.
Shadow Charizard's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Windy 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 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Charizard much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Charizard?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Shadow Charizard is a solid but not elite Fire-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#17) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,266 and base stats of 223/173/186, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Fire-type counters. The best moveset is Fire Spin paired with Blast Burn. Consider investing if you need a Fire-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.