Shadow Gabite Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,119, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Gabite good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gabite 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 2,119 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 Gabite in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gabite 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 Gabite's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gabite is a Dragon/Ground-type Pokemon weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Ice-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Shadow Gabite, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Gabite resists Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock-type moves.

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

Shadow Gabite's maximum CP is 2,119 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,874 at level 40. Its base stats are 172 Attack, 125 Defense, and 169 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 466. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Gabite has 1071 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1339 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,119 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Gabite showing 1071 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Gabite can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Gabite from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Gabite as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Gabite be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Gabite 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: Mud Shot Flamethrower

Same-type attack bonus on Mud Shot. Flamethrower costs 50 energy for 65 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Gabite takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ice2.56× Dragon1.6× Fairy1.6×

Resists

Electric0.39× Fire0.625× Poison0.625× Rock0.625×

Base stats

Attack 172

Defense 125

Stamina 169

Stat total: 466
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,071 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Gabite is a Dragon/Ground-type Pokémon with a max CP of 2,119. Its role in Pokémon GO is defined more by collection than combat.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Gabite is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Gabite moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Mud Shot Best STAB	Ground	4	6	0.5s	8	12
Take Down	Normal	7	8	1.0s	7	8

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Dig STAB	Ground	100	50	4.5s	22.2	2.00
Flamethrower Best	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30
Twister STAB	Dragon	50	33	3.0s	16.7	1.52

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Mud Shot	Ground	3	9	1	3.00	9.00
Take Down	Normal	5	8	2	2.50	4.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Dig	Ground	70	50	1.40	—
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—
Twister	Dragon	70	40	1.75	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Mud Shot (8 DPS); Mud Shot builds energy fastest (12 EPS).

Evolution

Gible 25 Candy

Gabite 100 Candy

Garchomp

Mega Evolution

Garchomp

300 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Garchomp

Family

Gible

Gabite

Garchomp

Mega Garchomp Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Gible Shadow Gabite Shadow Garchomp

How to get Shadow Gabite

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Gabite knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 5,000 Dust + 5 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	45	1,620
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	45	1,754
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,034	1,097
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,287	1,365
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,034	1,097
Research Encounter	Lv 15	782	830
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,034	1,097

Is Shadow Gabite good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Gabite 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.

Attack is its highest stat (172), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	26
Lv 2	83
Lv 3	139
Lv 4	196
Lv 5	252
Lv 6	309
Lv 7	366
Lv 8	422
Lv 9	479
Lv 10	535
Lv 11	589
Lv 12	642
Lv 13	696

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	749
Lv 15	803
Lv 16	856
Lv 17	910
Lv 18	964
Lv 19	1,017
Lv 20	1,071
Lv 21	1,124
Lv 22	1,178
Lv 23	1,231
Lv 24	1,285
Lv 25	1,339
Lv 26	1,392

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,446
Lv 28	1,499
Lv 29	1,553
Lv 30	1,606
Lv 31	1,633
Lv 32	1,660
Lv 33	1,687
Lv 34	1,713
Lv 35	1,740
Lv 36	1,767
Lv 37	1,794
Lv 38	1,821
Lv 39	1,847

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,874
Lv 41	1,898
Lv 42	1,922
Lv 43	1,946
Lv 44	1,970
Lv 45	1,995
Lv 46	2,019
Lv 47	2,044
Lv 48	2,069
Lv 49	2,094
Lv 50	2,119

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0444
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.40 m
Weight: 56.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 7 released forms
Game ID: V0444_POKEMON_GABITE_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Gabite's best moveset is Mud Shot (fast) with Flamethrower (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Gabite's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gabite takes super effective damage from Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type moves. It is double weak to Ice (2.56× damage), so those attackers cut through it fastest. It resists Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Gabite reaches 2,119 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,874 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 Gabite?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Gabite shows 1,071 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,339 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 Gabite in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Gabite be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Gabite 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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