Shadow Dewgong Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,245, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Dewgong good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Dewgong 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 2,245 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 Dewgong in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Dewgong 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 Dewgong's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Dewgong's maximum CP is 2,245 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,985 at level 40. Its base stats are 139 Attack, 177 Defense, and 207 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 523. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Dewgong has 1134 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1418 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,245 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Dewgong showing 1134 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Dewgong be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Dewgong 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: Iron Tail Blizzard

Same-type attack bonus on Blizzard. Blizzard costs 100 energy for 130 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Dewgong takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Fighting1.6× Grass1.6× Rock1.6×

Resists

Ice0.39× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 139

Defense 177

Stamina 207

Stat total: 523
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,134 CP

Editor's notes

Is Shadow Dewgong worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Shadow Dewgong is a Water/Ice-type Pokémon that caps at 2,245 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Dewgong is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Dewgong moves

3 fast · 7 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Frost Breath STAB	Ice	11	9	1.0s	11	9
Iron Tail Best	Steel	14	6	1.0s	14	6
Ice Shard STAB Elite	Ice	10	10	1.0s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Aurora Beam STAB	Ice	80	50	3.5s	22.9	1.60
Blizzard Best STAB	Ice	130	100	3.0s	43.3	1.30
Drill Run	Ground	85	50	3.0s	28.3	1.70
Liquidation STAB	Water	70	33	3.0s	23.3	2.12
Water Pulse STAB	Water	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30
Aqua Jet STAB Elite	Water	45	33	2.5s	18	1.36
Icy Wind STAB Elite	Ice	65	33	3.5s	18.6	1.97

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Frost Breath	Ice	7	5	1	7.00	5.00
Iron Tail	Steel	10	7	2	5.00	3.50
Ice Shard	Ice	9	10	2	4.50	5.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Aurora Beam	Ice	80	60	1.33	—
Blizzard	Ice	140	75	1.87	—
Drill Run	Ground	70	40	1.75	—
Liquidation	Water	70	45	1.56	Buff / debuff
Water Pulse	Water	80	50	1.60	—
Aqua Jet	Water	70	40	1.75	—
Icy Wind	Ice	60	45	1.33	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Iron Tail (14 DPS); Ice Shard builds energy fastest (10 EPS). Aqua Jet, Icy Wind are Elite TM moves and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Seel 50 Candy

Dewgong

Family

Seel

Dewgong

Shadow forms Shadow Seel Shadow Dewgong

How to get Shadow Dewgong

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Dewgong 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	48	1,716
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	48	1,858
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,097	1,163
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,365	1,446
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,097	1,163
Research Encounter	Lv 15	830	879
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,097	1,163

Is Shadow Dewgong good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Dewgong 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 (177 Defense / 207 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 7 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy and Snow weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	28
Lv 2	88
Lv 3	147
Lv 4	207
Lv 5	267
Lv 6	327
Lv 7	387
Lv 8	447
Lv 9	507
Lv 10	567
Lv 11	624
Lv 12	680
Lv 13	737

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	794
Lv 15	851
Lv 16	907
Lv 17	964
Lv 18	1,021
Lv 19	1,077
Lv 20	1,134
Lv 21	1,191
Lv 22	1,248
Lv 23	1,304
Lv 24	1,361
Lv 25	1,418
Lv 26	1,475

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,531
Lv 28	1,588
Lv 29	1,645
Lv 30	1,702
Lv 31	1,730
Lv 32	1,758
Lv 33	1,787
Lv 34	1,815
Lv 35	1,843
Lv 36	1,872
Lv 37	1,900
Lv 38	1,929
Lv 39	1,957

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,985
Lv 41	2,010
Lv 42	2,036
Lv 43	2,061
Lv 44	2,087
Lv 45	2,113
Lv 46	2,139
Lv 47	2,165
Lv 48	2,191
Lv 49	2,218
Lv 50	2,245

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0087
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.70 m
Weight: 120.00 kg
Family forms: 4 released forms
Game ID: V0087_POKEMON_DEWGONG_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Dewgong's best moveset is Iron Tail (fast) with Blizzard (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Dewgong's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Dewgong takes super effective damage from Electric, Fighting, Grass, Rock-type moves. It resists Ice, Water, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Dewgong reaches 2,245 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,985 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 Dewgong?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Dewgong shows 1,134 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,418 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 Dewgong in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Dewgong be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Dewgong 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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