Shadow Electrode Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,373, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Electrode good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Electrode 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 2,373 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 Electrode in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Electrode 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 Electrode's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Electrode is a Electric-type Pokemon weak to Ground-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Electrode, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Electrode resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Electrode's maximum CP is 2,373 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,099 at level 40. Its base stats are 173 Attack, 173 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 501. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Electrode has 1199 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1499 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,373 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Electrode showing 1199 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Electrode be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Electrode 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: Tackle Hyper Beam

Tackle is an Elite TM move. Hyper Beam costs 100 energy for 150 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Electrode takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6×

Resists

Electric0.625× Flying0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 173

Defense 173

Stamina 155

Stat total: 501
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,199 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Electrode is a Electric-type Pokémon — Pokédex #101, a Generation 1 Pokémon and originally from the Kanto region. It reaches a maximum of 2,373 CP at level 50 and walks as a 3.0km buddy.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Electrode is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Electrode moves

3 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Spark STAB	Electric	4	6	0.5s	8	12
Volt Switch STAB	Electric	13	20	1.5s	8.7	13.3
Tackle Best Elite	Normal	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Discharge STAB	Electric	65	33	2.5s	26	1.97
Foul Play	Dark	70	50	2.0s	35	1.40
Hyper Beam Best	Normal	150	100	4.0s	37.5	1.50
Thunderbolt STAB	Electric	80	50	2.5s	32	1.60

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Spark	Electric	5	7	1	5.00	7.00
Volt Switch	Electric	14	16	3	4.67	5.33
Tackle	Normal	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Discharge	Electric	55	40	1.38	—
Foul Play	Dark	65	40	1.63	—
Hyper Beam	Normal	150	80	1.88	—
Thunderbolt	Electric	90	55	1.64	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Tackle (10 DPS); Volt Switch builds energy fastest (13.3 EPS).

Evolution

Voltorb 50 Candy

Electrode

Voltorb (Hisuian) 50 Candy

Electrode (Hisuian)

Family

Voltorb

Electrode

Voltorb (Hisuian) Hisuian

Electrode (Hisuian) Hisuian

Shadow forms Shadow Voltorb Shadow Electrode

How to get Shadow Electrode

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Electrode 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	51	1,814
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	51	1,964
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,163	1,229
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,447	1,529
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,163	1,229
Research Encounter	Lv 15	879	929
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,163	1,229

Is Shadow Electrode good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Electrode 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 (173 Defense / 155 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 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	29
Lv 2	93
Lv 3	156
Lv 4	219
Lv 5	283
Lv 6	346
Lv 7	409
Lv 8	473
Lv 9	536
Lv 10	599
Lv 11	659
Lv 12	719
Lv 13	779

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	839
Lv 15	899
Lv 16	959
Lv 17	1,019
Lv 18	1,079
Lv 19	1,139
Lv 20	1,199
Lv 21	1,259
Lv 22	1,319
Lv 23	1,379
Lv 24	1,439
Lv 25	1,499
Lv 26	1,559

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,619
Lv 28	1,679
Lv 29	1,739
Lv 30	1,799
Lv 31	1,829
Lv 32	1,859
Lv 33	1,889
Lv 34	1,919
Lv 35	1,949
Lv 36	1,979
Lv 37	2,009
Lv 38	2,039
Lv 39	2,069

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,099
Lv 41	2,125
Lv 42	2,152
Lv 43	2,179
Lv 44	2,206
Lv 45	2,234
Lv 46	2,261
Lv 47	2,289
Lv 48	2,317
Lv 49	2,345
Lv 50	2,373

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0101
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.20 m
Weight: 66.60 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0101_POKEMON_ELECTRODE_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Electrode's best moveset is Tackle (fast) with Hyper Beam (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Electrode's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Electrode takes super effective damage from Ground-type moves. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Electrode reaches 2,373 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,099 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 Electrode?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Electrode shows 1,199 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,499 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 Electrode in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Electrode be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Electrode 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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