Shadow Grimer Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,553, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Grimer good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Grimer 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 1,553 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 Grimer in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Grimer 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 Grimer's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Grimer is a Poison-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Psychic-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Grimer, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Grimer resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Poison-type moves.

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

Shadow Grimer's maximum CP is 1,553 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,374 at level 40. Its base stats are 135 Attack, 90 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 415. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Grimer has 785 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 981 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,553 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Grimer showing 785 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Grimer can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Grimer from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Grimer as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Grimer be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Grimer 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: Poison Jab Sludge Bomb

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Sludge Bomb costs 50 energy for 85 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Grimer takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Psychic1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fighting0.625× Grass0.625× Poison0.625×

Base stats

Attack 135

Defense 90

Stamina 190

Stat total: 415
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 785 CP

Editor's notes

As a Poison-type Pokémon, Shadow Grimer takes extra damage from Ground and Psychic attacks, while resisting Bug, Fairy, Fighting and Grass.

Knowing that shapes how you use it: lean on its Poison moves where they hit hard, and bench it against its weaknesses. It caps at 1,553 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Grimer is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Grimer moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Mud Slap	Ground	19	13	1.5s	12.7	8.7
Poison Jab Best STAB	Poison	13	9	1.0s	13	9

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Mud Bomb	Ground	60	33	2.5s	24	1.82
Sludge STAB	Poison	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Sludge Bomb Best STAB	Poison	85	50	2.5s	34	1.70

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Mud Slap	Ground	11	10	2	5.50	5.00
Poison Jab	Poison	7	7	1	7.00	7.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Mud Bomb	Ground	65	45	1.44	—
Sludge	Poison	70	40	1.75	—
Sludge Bomb	Poison	80	50	1.60	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Poison Jab (13 DPS); Poison Jab builds energy fastest (9 EPS).

Evolution

Grimer 50 Candy

Muk

Grimer (Alola) 50 Candy

Muk (Alola)

Family

Grimer

Muk

Grimer (Alola) Alola

Muk (Alola) Alola

Shadow forms Shadow Grimer Shadow Muk

How to get Shadow Grimer

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Grimer knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	32	1,188
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	32	1,286
Raid Catch	Lv 20	750	805
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	933	1,001
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	750	805
Research Encounter	Lv 15	567	608
GO Battle League	Lv 20	750	805

Is Shadow Grimer good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Grimer 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.

Bulk-leaning spread (90 Defense / 190 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 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 Cloudy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	19
Lv 2	60
Lv 3	102
Lv 4	143
Lv 5	185
Lv 6	226
Lv 7	268
Lv 8	309
Lv 9	351
Lv 10	392
Lv 11	432
Lv 12	471
Lv 13	510

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	549
Lv 15	589
Lv 16	628
Lv 17	667
Lv 18	706
Lv 19	746
Lv 20	785
Lv 21	824
Lv 22	863
Lv 23	903
Lv 24	942
Lv 25	981
Lv 26	1,021

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,060
Lv 28	1,099
Lv 29	1,138
Lv 30	1,178
Lv 31	1,197
Lv 32	1,217
Lv 33	1,237
Lv 34	1,256
Lv 35	1,276
Lv 36	1,295
Lv 37	1,315
Lv 38	1,335
Lv 39	1,354

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,374
Lv 41	1,391
Lv 42	1,409
Lv 43	1,427
Lv 44	1,444
Lv 45	1,462
Lv 46	1,480
Lv 47	1,498
Lv 48	1,517
Lv 49	1,535
Lv 50	1,553

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0088
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.90 m
Weight: 30.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0088_POKEMON_GRIMER_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Grimer's best moveset is Poison Jab (fast) with Sludge Bomb (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Grimer's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Grimer takes super effective damage from Ground, Psychic-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Poison, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Grimer reaches 1,553 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,374 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 Grimer?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Grimer shows 785 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 981 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 Grimer in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Grimer be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Grimer 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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