How do you get Shadow Crobat in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Crobat can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Crobat from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Crobat as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

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Shadow Crobat

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

Shadow Crobat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Crobat, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Crobat resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type moves.

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

Shadow Crobat's maximum CP is 2,992 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,646 at level 40. Its base stats are 194 Attack, 178 Defense, and 198 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 570. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Crobat has 1512 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1890 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,992 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Crobat showing 1512 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Shadow Crobat be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Crobat 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, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Poison Flying

Max CP 2,992 Air Slash + Sludge Bomb Cloudy Windy

Ariados | Chinchou

Shadow Crobat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#169, Generation 2). With a max CP of 2,992 and base stats of 194/178/198 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Crobat has a total stat product of 570.

Shadow Crobat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves. It resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Crobat is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

2,992

Lv.40: 2,646 Lv.50: 2,992

Attack 194

Defense 178

Stamina 198

Total 570

Buddy 1.0 km Gen 2 · Johto 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Air Slash STAB

DPS

12.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Bite

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Air Cutter STAB Buff

DPS

55.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Cross Poison STAB Buff

26.7

DPS

40.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Poison Fang STAB Buff

DPS

30.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Shadow Ball

33.3

DPS

100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Sludge Bomb STAB

DPS

85.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Air Slash (12 DPS), while Air Slash generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).

Evolution

Zubat

25 Candy

Golbat

100 Candy

Crobat

Forms & Variants

Raid Guide

Shadow Crobat as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Crobat is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Crobat returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Crobat from raids would have 1512 CP at level 20, or 1890 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Crobat

Shadow Crobat can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Shadow Crobat is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Crobat knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Crobat as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Shadow Crobat Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Crobat in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

66 – 2,287 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

66 – 2,476 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,475 – 1,550 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,835 – 1,928 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,475 – 1,550 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,115 – 1,172 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,475 – 1,550 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Crobat from raids or eggs will show 1,512 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Crobat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 570. With its bulk spread of 178 Defense and 198 Stamina, Shadow Crobat has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves when using Shadow Crobat. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Crobat's performance.

Shadow Crobat's moves get a damage boost in Cloudy 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Crobat much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Crobat?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Shadow Crobat is a Poison/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 194/178/198 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,992. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shadow Crobat may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Shadow Crobat has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Shadow Crobat for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Shadow Crobat's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Crobat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Crobat resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Crobat effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

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

Shadow Crobat's maximum CP is 2,992 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,646 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Shadow Crobat's CP is calculated from its base stats: 194 Attack, 178 Defense, and 198 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Shadow Crobat caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,512 CP, or 1,890 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Crobat?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Crobat has the following CP at key levels: 1,134 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,512 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,890 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,992 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Crobat, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Crobat ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Shadow Crobat in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Crobat can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.

Can Shadow Crobat be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Crobat's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Shadow Crobat availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 37 CP

L5 356 CP

L10 756 CP

L15 1,134 CP

L20 1,512 CP

L25 1,890 CP

L30 2,268 CP

L35 2,457 CP

L40 2,646 CP

L50 2,992 CP

L1 37

L2 117

L3 197

L4 277

L5 356

L6 436

L7 516

L8 596

L9 676

L10 756

L11 832

L12 907

L13 983

L14 1,058

L15 1,134

L16 1,209

L17 1,285

L18 1,361

L19 1,436

L20 1,512

L21 1,587

L22 1,663

L23 1,739

L24 1,814

L25 1,890

L26 1,966

L27 2,041

L28 2,117

L29 2,193

L30 2,268

L31 2,306

L32 2,344

L33 2,382

L34 2,419

L35 2,457

L36 2,495

L37 2,533

L38 2,571

L39 2,608

L40 2,646

L41 2,680

L42 2,714

L43 2,748

L44 2,782

L45 2,816

L46 2,851

L47 2,886

L48 2,921

L49 2,956

L50 2,992

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #169

Generation Gen 2

Region Johto

Height 1.80 m

Weight 75.00 kg

Buddy Distance 1.0 km

Tradable No

2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy

Shadow Move Frustration

Purified Move Return

Purification Cost 1,000 Dust / 1 Candy