Shadow Chesnaught is a Grass/Fighting-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kalos region (#652, Generation 6). With a max CP of 3,340 and base stats of 201/204/204 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Chesnaught has a total stat product of 609. Shadow Chesnaught's best moveset is Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant, making it a competitive Grass-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Chesnaught is weak to Flying, Fairy, Fire, Ice, Poison, Psychic-type moves (double weak to Flying). It resists Dark, Electric, Grass, Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. Shadow Chesnaught is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Vine Whip
Frenzy Plant
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Chesnaught's best offensive moveset is Vine Whip combined with Frenzy Plant, achieving 16.3 DPS and 349 TDO as a Grass-type attacker (ranked #11, Tier A).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Smack Down (13 DPS), while Low Kick generates energy the fastest (10 EPS). Note that Frenzy Plant is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Evolution
Raid Guide
Shadow Chesnaught as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Chesnaught is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Chesnaught returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Chesnaught from raids would have 1688 CP at level 20, or 2110 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Chesnaught
Shadow Chesnaught can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Chesnaught is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Chesnaught 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 Chesnaught as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Chesnaught Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Chesnaught in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Chesnaught from raids or eggs will show 1,688 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Chesnaught is a Grass/Fighting-type Pokemon with a stat total of 609. With its bulk spread of 204 Defense and 204 Stamina, Shadow Chesnaught has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Chesnaught's double weakness to Flying-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Chesnaught very quickly.
Shadow Chesnaught's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Cloudy 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 Chesnaught much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Chesnaught?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Shadow Chesnaught is a top-tier Grass-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #11 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 3,340 at level 50 and base stats of 201/204/204 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Grass-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.