How do you get Shadow Haxorus in Pokemon GO?

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

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Shadow Haxorus

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

Shadow Haxorus's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Dragon Tail and Earthquake. 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 Haxorus's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Haxorus is a Dragon-type Pokemon weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Haxorus, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Haxorus resists Electric, Fire, Grass, Water-type moves.

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

Shadow Haxorus's maximum CP is 4,062 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,593 at level 40. Its base stats are 284 Attack, 172 Defense, and 183 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 639. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Haxorus has 2053 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2566 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 4,062 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Haxorus showing 2053 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Shadow Haxorus be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Haxorus 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, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Dragon

Max CP 4,062 Dragon Tail + Earthquake Windy

Fraxure | Cubchoo

Shadow Haxorus is a Dragon-type Pokémon with a max CP of 4,062. It's a top-3 Ground-type attacker, so it earns a real slot in your raid roster.

Its best all-round moveset is Dragon Tail paired with Earthquake. Just keep it away from Dragon, Fairy and Ice damage, which it takes super-effectively.

Stats

Max CP

4,062

Lv.40: 3,593 Lv.50: 4,062

Attack 284

Defense 172

Stamina 183

Total 639

Buddy 5.0 km Gen 5 · Unova 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Rankings

Raid Attacker

Ground Attacker

19.0

DPS

364

TDO

Dragon Tail

Earthquake

Water Attacker

18.4

DPS

352

TDO

Dragon Tail

Surf

Dragon Attacker

20.2

DPS

387

TDO

Dragon Tail

Breaking Swipe

Fighting Attacker

#10

18.0

DPS

346

TDO

Counter

Breaking Swipe

Dark Attacker

#12

16.1

DPS

310

TDO

Dragon Tail

Night Slash

Moves

Fast Moves

Counter

DPS

13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Cloudy

Dragon Tail STAB

DPS

14.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Dragon Claw STAB

DPS

45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Earthquake

DPS

140.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR

Night Slash Buff

22.5

DPS

45.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Surf

DPS

60.0 PWR 50 EN 1.5s DUR

Breaking Swipe STAB Elite Buff

DPS

45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Shadow Haxorus's best offensive moveset is Dragon Tail combined with Earthquake, achieving 19.0 DPS and 364 TDO as a Ground-type attacker (ranked #3, Tier S). Alternatively, Shadow Haxorus can serve as a Water-type attacker with Dragon Tail and Surf (#5, Tier A).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Dragon Tail (14 DPS), while Counter generates energy the fastest (9 EPS). Note that Breaking Swipe is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Axew

25 Candy

Fraxure

100 Candy

Haxorus

Forms & Variants

Axew

Shadow Axew Shadow

Fraxure

Shadow Fraxure Shadow

Haxorus

Shadow Haxorus Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Haxorus as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Haxorus is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Haxorus returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Haxorus from raids would have 2053 CP at level 20, or 2566 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Haxorus

Shadow Haxorus can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Shadow Haxorus is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Haxorus 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 Haxorus as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Shadow Haxorus Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Haxorus in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

92 – 3,105 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

92 – 3,362 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

2,015 – 2,104 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

2,507 – 2,618 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

2,015 – 2,104 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,524 – 1,591 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

2,015 – 2,104 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Haxorus from raids or eggs will show 2,053 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Haxorus is a Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 639. With its high Attack stat (284), Shadow Haxorus is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves when using Shadow Haxorus. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Haxorus's performance.

Shadow Haxorus's moves get a damage boost in Windy 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Haxorus much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Haxorus?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Highly Recommended
Shadow Haxorus is a top-tier Ground-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #3 overall with a Tier S rating. With a max CP of 4,062 at level 50 and base stats of 284/172/183 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Dragon Tail and Earthquake for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Ground-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Shadow Haxorus's best moveset is Dragon Tail (fast) and Earthquake (charged), providing 19.0 DPS as a Ground-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.

What are Shadow Haxorus's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Haxorus is weak to Dragon, Fairy, Ice-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Haxorus resists Electric, Fire, Grass, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Haxorus effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

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

Shadow Haxorus's maximum CP is 4,062 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,593 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Shadow Haxorus's CP is calculated from its base stats: 284 Attack, 172 Defense, and 183 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Shadow Haxorus caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,053 CP, or 2,566 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Haxorus?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Haxorus has the following CP at key levels: 1,540 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,053 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,566 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 4,062 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Haxorus, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Haxorus ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Shadow Haxorus in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Haxorus can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.

Can Shadow Haxorus be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Haxorus's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Shadow Haxorus availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 50 CP

L5 484 CP

L10 1,027 CP

L15 1,540 CP

L20 2,053 CP

L25 2,566 CP

L30 3,080 CP

L35 3,336 CP

L40 3,593 CP

L50 4,062 CP

L1 50

L2 159

L3 267

L4 376

L5 484

L6 593

L7 701

L8 810

L9 918

L10 1,027

L11 1,129

L12 1,232

L13 1,334

L14 1,437

L15 1,540

L16 1,642

L17 1,745

L18 1,848

L19 1,950

L20 2,053

L21 2,156

L22 2,258

L23 2,361

L24 2,464

L25 2,566

L26 2,669

L27 2,772

L28 2,874

L29 2,977

L30 3,080

L31 3,131

L32 3,182

L33 3,234

L34 3,285

L35 3,336

L36 3,388

L37 3,439

L38 3,490

L39 3,542

L40 3,593

L41 3,639

L42 3,684

L43 3,731

L44 3,777

L45 3,824

L46 3,871

L47 3,918

L48 3,966

L49 4,014

L50 4,062

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #612

Generation Gen 5

Region Unova

Height 1.80 m

Weight 105.50 kg

Buddy Distance 5.0 km

Tradable No

2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy

Shadow Move Frustration

Purified Move Return

Purification Cost 5,000 Dust / 5 Candy