Shadow Golem is a Rock/Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#76, Generation 1). With a max CP of 3,334 and base stats of 211/198/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Golem has a total stat product of 599. Shadow Golem's best moveset is Mud Slap and Earthquake, making it a competitive Ground-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Golem is weak to Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves (double weak to Grass, Water). It resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Golem is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Mud Slap
Earthquake
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Golem's best offensive moveset is Mud Slap combined with Earthquake, achieving 14.6 DPS and 292 TDO as a Ground-type attacker (ranked #28, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Rock Throw (13 DPS), while Mud Shot generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).
Evolution
Raid Guide
Shadow Golem as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Golem is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Golem returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Golem from raids would have 1685 CP at level 20, or 2106 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Golem
Shadow Golem can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Golem is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Golem knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Golem as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.
Shadow Golem Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Golem in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Golem from raids or eggs will show 1,685 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Golem is a Rock/Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 599. With its high Attack stat (211), Shadow Golem is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Golem's double weakness to Grass, Water-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Golem very quickly.
Shadow Golem's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Partly 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 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Golem much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Golem?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Golem ranks #28 as a Ground-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,334 and base stats of 211/198/190, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Golem is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Ground-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.