Shadow Golurk is a Ground/Ghost-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#623, Generation 5). With a max CP of 3,226 and base stats of 222/154/205 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Golurk has a total stat product of 581. Shadow Golurk's best moveset is Mud Slap and Earth Power, making it a competitive Ground-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Golurk is weak to Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Water-type moves. It resists Electric, Fighting, Normal, Poison, Bug, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Golurk is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Mud Slap
Earth Power
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Golurk's best offensive moveset is Mud Slap combined with Earth Power, achieving 15.1 DPS and 325 TDO as a Ground-type attacker (ranked #22, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Mud Slap (12.7 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Golurk as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Golurk is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Golurk returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Golurk from raids would have 1630 CP at level 20, or 2038 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Golurk
Shadow Golurk can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Golurk is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Golurk knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Golurk as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Golurk Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Golurk in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Golurk from raids or eggs will show 1,630 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Golurk is a Ground/Ghost-type Pokemon with a stat total of 581. With its high Attack stat (222), Shadow Golurk is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Dark, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Water-type moves when using Shadow Golurk. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Golurk's performance.
Shadow Golurk's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Fog weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Golurk much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Golurk?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Golurk ranks #22 as a Ground-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,226 and base stats of 222/154/205, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Golurk 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.