Shadow Crawdaunt is a Water/Dark-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#342, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,797 and base stats of 224/142/160 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Crawdaunt has a total stat product of 526. Shadow Crawdaunt's best moveset is Waterfall and Crabhammer, making it a competitive Water-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Crawdaunt is weak to Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Grass-type moves. It resists Psychic, Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ice, Steel, Water-type attacks. Shadow Crawdaunt is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Waterfall
Crabhammer
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Crawdaunt's best offensive moveset is Waterfall combined with Crabhammer, achieving 15.6 DPS and 262 TDO as a Water-type attacker (ranked #17, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Waterfall (13 DPS), while Snarl generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Crawdaunt as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Crawdaunt is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Crawdaunt returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Crawdaunt from raids would have 1413 CP at level 20, or 1767 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Crawdaunt
Shadow Crawdaunt can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Crawdaunt is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Crawdaunt 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 Crawdaunt as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Crawdaunt Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Crawdaunt in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Crawdaunt from raids or eggs will show 1,413 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Crawdaunt is a Water/Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 526. With its high Attack stat (224), Shadow Crawdaunt is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Grass-type moves when using Shadow Crawdaunt. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Crawdaunt's performance.
Shadow Crawdaunt's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Rainy 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 Crawdaunt much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Crawdaunt?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Shadow Crawdaunt is a solid but not elite Water-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#17) in raid performance. With a max CP of 2,797 and base stats of 224/142/160, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Water-type counters. The best moveset is Waterfall paired with Crabhammer. Consider investing if you need a Water-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.