Shadow Cofagrigus Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,570, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Cofagrigus good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 2,570 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Cofagrigus in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Shadow Cofagrigus's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus is a Ghost-type Pokemon weak to Dark, Ghost-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Cofagrigus, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Cofagrigus resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Poison-type moves.

Q: What is Shadow Cofagrigus's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus's maximum CP is 2,570 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,273 at level 40. Its base stats are 163 Attack, 237 Defense, and 151 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 551. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Cofagrigus?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Cofagrigus has 1299 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1624 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,570 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Cofagrigus showing 1299 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Cofagrigus in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Cofagrigus from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Cofagrigus as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Cofagrigus be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Cofagrigus availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Shadow Claw Shadow Ball

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Shadow Ball costs 50 energy for 100 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Cofagrigus takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Dark1.6× Ghost1.6×

Resists

Fighting0.39× Normal0.39× Bug0.625× Poison0.625×

Base stats

Attack 163

Defense 237

Stamina 151

Stat total: 551
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,299 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Cofagrigus is a Ghost-type Pokémon (#563, Generation 5) that caps at 2,570 CP at level 50, built on 163/237/151 base stats — a fairly balanced stat spread.

Defensively, it takes extra damage from Dark and Ghost and resists Fighting, Normal and Bug — worth remembering when you field it or plan a team around beating it.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Cofagrigus is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Cofagrigus moves

3 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Astonish STAB	Ghost	7	13	1.0s	7	13
Shadow Claw Best STAB	Ghost	6	4	0.5s	12	8
Zen Headbutt	Psychic	11	9	1.0s	11	9

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	3.0s	26.7	1.60
Psychic	Psychic	95	50	3.0s	31.7	1.90
Shadow Ball Best STAB	Ghost	100	50	3.0s	33.3	2.00

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Astonish	Ghost	12	10	2	6.00	5.00
Shadow Claw	Ghost	6	8	1	6.00	8.00
Zen Headbutt	Psychic	8	6	2	4.00	3.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	1.60	—
Psychic	Psychic	75	55	1.36	Buff / debuff
Shadow Ball	Ghost	100	50	2.00	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Shadow Claw (12 DPS); Astonish builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Yamask 50 Candy

Cofagrigus

Yamask (Galarian) 50 Candy

Runerigus

Family

Yamask

Cofagrigus

Yamask (Galarian) Galarian

Runerigus

Shadow forms Shadow Yamask Shadow Cofagrigus

How to get Shadow Cofagrigus

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Cofagrigus knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	56	1,965
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	56	2,127
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,262	1,331
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,569	1,656
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,262	1,331
Research Encounter	Lv 15	954	1,007
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,262	1,331

Is Shadow Cofagrigus good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Shadow Cofagrigus has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (237 Defense / 151 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Fog weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	32
Lv 2	100
Lv 3	169
Lv 4	238
Lv 5	306
Lv 6	375
Lv 7	443
Lv 8	512
Lv 9	581
Lv 10	649
Lv 11	714
Lv 12	779
Lv 13	844

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	909
Lv 15	974
Lv 16	1,039
Lv 17	1,104
Lv 18	1,169
Lv 19	1,234
Lv 20	1,299
Lv 21	1,364
Lv 22	1,429
Lv 23	1,494
Lv 24	1,559
Lv 25	1,624
Lv 26	1,689

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,754
Lv 28	1,819
Lv 29	1,884
Lv 30	1,949
Lv 31	1,981
Lv 32	2,014
Lv 33	2,046
Lv 34	2,079
Lv 35	2,111
Lv 36	2,143
Lv 37	2,176
Lv 38	2,208
Lv 39	2,241

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,273
Lv 41	2,302
Lv 42	2,331
Lv 43	2,360
Lv 44	2,390
Lv 45	2,419
Lv 46	2,449
Lv 47	2,479
Lv 48	2,509
Lv 49	2,540
Lv 50	2,570

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0563
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.70 m
Weight: 76.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0563_POKEMON_COFAGRIGUS_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Cofagrigus in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus's best moveset is Shadow Claw (fast) with Shadow Ball (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Cofagrigus's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus takes super effective damage from Dark, Ghost-type moves. It resists Fighting, Normal, Bug, Poison, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Cofagrigus's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus reaches 2,570 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,273 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Cofagrigus?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Cofagrigus shows 1,299 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,624 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Cofagrigus in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Cofagrigus spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Cofagrigus be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Cofagrigus depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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