Shadow Gallade Pokemon GO — Max CP 3,497, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Gallade good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gallade ranks #19 as a Fairy-type attacker at Tier C, so there are stronger options for the same Stardust. Keep a high-IV one and skip the power-up.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Gallade in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gallade's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Charm and Close Combat. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

Q: What are Shadow Gallade's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gallade is a Psychic/Fighting-type Pokemon weak to Fairy, Flying, Ghost-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Gallade, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Gallade resists Fighting, Rock-type moves.

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

Shadow Gallade's maximum CP is 3,497 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,093 at level 40. Its base stats are 237 Attack, 195 Defense, and 169 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 601. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Gallade has 1767 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2209 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,497 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Gallade showing 1767 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Gallade be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Gallade 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

Raids & gyms: Charm Close Combat 13.7 DPS

Same-type attack bonus on Close Combat. Close Combat costs 100 energy for 105 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Gallade takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fairy1.6× Flying1.6× Ghost1.6×

Resists

Fighting0.625× Rock0.625×

Base stats

Attack 237

Defense 195

Stamina 169

Stat total: 601
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,767 CP

Editor's notes

A Psychic/Fighting-type Pokémon, Shadow Gallade reaches 3,497 CP at its level-50 ceiling.

It ranks among the better Fairy-type attackers (#19), a solid budget option if you don't have the premium picks.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Gallade is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Gallade moves

4 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Charm Best	Fairy	20	11	1.5s	13.3	7.3
Confusion STAB	Psychic	19	14	1.5s	12.7	9.3
Low Kick STAB	Fighting	5	5	0.5s	10	10
Psycho Cut STAB	Psychic	4	7	0.5s	8	14

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Close Combat Best STAB	Fighting	105	100	2.5s	42	1.05
Leaf Blade	Grass	70	33	2.5s	28	2.12
Psychic STAB	Psychic	95	50	3.0s	31.7	1.90
Synchronoise STAB Elite	Psychic	80	50	2.5s	32	1.60

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Charm	Fairy	12	8	2	6.00	4.00
Confusion	Psychic	16	14	3	5.33	4.67
Low Kick	Fighting	5	8	1	5.00	8.00
Psycho Cut	Psychic	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Close Combat	Fighting	100	45	2.22	Buff / debuff
Leaf Blade	Grass	70	35	2.00	—
Psychic	Psychic	75	55	1.36	Buff / debuff
Synchronoise	Psychic	80	50	1.60	—

Moveset analysis

For raids and gyms, Shadow Gallade runs Charm with Close Combat — 13.7 DPS and 242 TDO as a Fairy-type attacker. It also covers the Psychic slot with Confusion and Psychic.

The highest-damage fast move is Charm (13.3 DPS); Psycho Cut builds energy fastest (14 EPS). Synchronoise is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Rankings

Where Shadow Gallade places in raids and PvP

Raid attacker

Type	Rank	Tier	DPS	TDO	Moveset
Fairy	#19	C	13.7	242	Charm Close Combat
Psychic	#21	C	16.6	294	Confusion Psychic

Evolution

Ralts 25 Candy

Kirlia

100 Candy

Gardevoir 100 Candy Sinnoh Stone Male only

Gallade

Mega Evolution

Gardevoir

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Gardevoir

Gallade

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Gallade

Family

Ralts

Kirlia

Gardevoir

Gallade

Mega Gardevoir Mega

Mega Gallade Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Ralts Shadow Kirlia Shadow Gardevoir Shadow Gallade

How to get Shadow Gallade

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Gallade 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	78	2,674
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	78	2,895
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,730	1,812
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	2,153	2,254
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,730	1,812
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,308	1,370
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,730	1,812

Is Shadow Gallade good in Pokemon GO?

Low priority

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

At Tier C (rank #19 as a Fairy-type attacker) there are better options for the same Stardust. Keep a good specimen, skip the power-up unless Shadow Gallade is a favourite.

Attack is its highest stat (237), 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 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Cloudy 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	43
Lv 2	137
Lv 3	230
Lv 4	323
Lv 5	417
Lv 6	510
Lv 7	604
Lv 8	697
Lv 9	790
Lv 10	884
Lv 11	972
Lv 12	1,060
Lv 13	1,149

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,237
Lv 15	1,326
Lv 16	1,414
Lv 17	1,502
Lv 18	1,591
Lv 19	1,679
Lv 20	1,767
Lv 21	1,856
Lv 22	1,944
Lv 23	2,033
Lv 24	2,121
Lv 25	2,209
Lv 26	2,298

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	2,386
Lv 28	2,475
Lv 29	2,563
Lv 30	2,652
Lv 31	2,696
Lv 32	2,740
Lv 33	2,784
Lv 34	2,828
Lv 35	2,872
Lv 36	2,917
Lv 37	2,961
Lv 38	3,005
Lv 39	3,049

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	3,093
Lv 41	3,133
Lv 42	3,172
Lv 43	3,212
Lv 44	3,252
Lv 45	3,292
Lv 46	3,333
Lv 47	3,373
Lv 48	3,414
Lv 49	3,456
Lv 50	3,497

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0475
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.60 m
Weight: 52.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 10 released forms
Game ID: V0475_POKEMON_GALLADE_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Gallade's best moveset is Charm (fast) with Close Combat (charged), worth 13.7 DPS as a Fairy-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Gallade's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Gallade takes super effective damage from Fairy, Flying, Ghost-type moves. It resists Fighting, Rock, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Gallade reaches 3,497 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 3,093 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 Gallade?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Gallade shows 1,767 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,209 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 Gallade in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Gallade be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Gallade 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.

Explore more

Psychic-type Pokedex Every Psychic-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO Best Psychic attackers Top DPS picks for Psychic raids Great League tier list Full PvP rankings and movesets Psychic moves Power, energy and DPS for every Psychic move