Shadow Darumaka Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,630, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Darumaka good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Darumaka 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 1,630 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 Darumaka in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Darumaka 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 Darumaka's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Darumaka is a Fire-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Darumaka, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Darumaka resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Darumaka's maximum CP is 1,630 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,442 at level 40. Its base stats are 153 Attack, 86 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 411. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Darumaka has 823 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1030 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,630 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Darumaka showing 823 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Darumaka be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Darumaka 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: Fire Fang Fire Punch

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Fire Punch costs 33 energy for 50 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Darumaka takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 153

Defense 86

Stamina 172

Stat total: 411
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 823 CP

Editor's notes

What Shadow Darumaka's stats tell us

With base stats of 153 Attack, 86 Defense and 172 Stamina (a total of 411), Shadow Darumaka has a stamina-heavy spread that trades Defense for a big HP pool. That puts its ceiling at a max CP of 1,630 at level 50.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Darumaka is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Darumaka moves

2 fast · 2 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Fire Fang Best STAB	Fire	13	9	1.0s	13	9
Tackle	Normal	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Fire Punch Best STAB	Fire	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	33	4.0s	17.5	2.12

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Fire Fang	Fire	8	6	1	8.00	6.00
Tackle	Normal	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Fire Punch	Fire	60	40	1.50	—
Flame Charge	Fire	65	50	1.30	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Fire Fang (13 DPS); Tackle builds energy fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Darumaka 50 Candy

Darmanitan (Standard)

Darumaka (Galarian) 50 Candy

Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Family

Darumaka

Darumaka (Galarian) Galarian

Shadow forms Shadow Darumaka

Costumes & special forms 2

Darmanitan (Galarian standard) Galarian standard

Darmanitan (Standard) Standard

How to get Shadow Darumaka

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Darumaka 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	33	1,246
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	33	1,349
Raid Catch	Lv 20	788	844
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	980	1,050
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	788	844
Research Encounter	Lv 15	595	638
GO Battle League	Lv 20	788	844

Is Shadow Darumaka good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Darumaka 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 (86 Defense / 172 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	20
Lv 2	63
Lv 3	107
Lv 4	150
Lv 5	194
Lv 6	238
Lv 7	281
Lv 8	325
Lv 9	368
Lv 10	412
Lv 11	453
Lv 12	494
Lv 13	535

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	576
Lv 15	618
Lv 16	659
Lv 17	700
Lv 18	741
Lv 19	782
Lv 20	823
Lv 21	865
Lv 22	906
Lv 23	947
Lv 24	988
Lv 25	1,030
Lv 26	1,071

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,112
Lv 28	1,153
Lv 29	1,194
Lv 30	1,236
Lv 31	1,256
Lv 32	1,277
Lv 33	1,297
Lv 34	1,318
Lv 35	1,339
Lv 36	1,359
Lv 37	1,380
Lv 38	1,400
Lv 39	1,421

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,442
Lv 41	1,460
Lv 42	1,478
Lv 43	1,497
Lv 44	1,515
Lv 45	1,534
Lv 46	1,553
Lv 47	1,572
Lv 48	1,591
Lv 49	1,610
Lv 50	1,630

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0554
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.60 m
Weight: 37.50 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0554_POKEMON_DARUMAKA_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Darumaka's best moveset is Fire Fang (fast) with Fire Punch (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Darumaka's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Darumaka takes super effective damage from Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Darumaka reaches 1,630 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,442 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 Darumaka?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Darumaka shows 823 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,030 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 Darumaka in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Darumaka be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Darumaka 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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