Shadow Emboar is a Fire/Fighting-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#500, Generation 5). With a max CP of 3,372 and base stats of 235/127/242 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Emboar has a total stat product of 604. Shadow Emboar's best moveset is Ember and Blast Burn, making it a competitive Fire-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Emboar is weak to Flying, Ground, Psychic, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Dark, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Emboar is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Ember
Blast Burn
Low Kick
Focus Blast
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Emboar's best offensive moveset is Ember combined with Blast Burn, achieving 17.2 DPS and 437 TDO as a Fire-type attacker (ranked #16, Tier B). Alternatively, Shadow Emboar can serve as a Fighting-type attacker with Low Kick and Focus Blast (#29, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Ember (10 DPS), while Ember generates energy the fastest (10 EPS). Note that Blast Burn is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Emboar as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Emboar is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Emboar returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Emboar from raids would have 1704 CP at level 20, or 2130 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Emboar
Shadow Emboar can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Emboar is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Emboar 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 Emboar as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Emboar Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Emboar in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Emboar from raids or eggs will show 1,704 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Emboar is a Fire/Fighting-type Pokemon with a stat total of 604. With its bulk spread of 127 Defense and 242 Stamina, Shadow Emboar has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Flying, Ground, Psychic, Water-type moves when using Shadow Emboar. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Emboar's performance.
Shadow Emboar's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Cloudy 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 Emboar much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Emboar?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Shadow Emboar is a solid but not elite Fire-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#16) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,372 and base stats of 235/127/242, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Fire-type counters. The best moveset is Ember paired with Blast Burn. Consider investing if you need a Fire-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.