How do you get Shadow Hippowdon in Pokemon GO?

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

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Shadow Hippowdon

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

Shadow Hippowdon's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Ice Fang 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 Hippowdon's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Hippowdon's maximum CP is 3,488 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,085 at level 40. Its base stats are 201 Attack, 191 Defense, and 239 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 631. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Hippowdon has 1763 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2204 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,488 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Hippowdon showing 1763 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Shadow Hippowdon be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Hippowdon 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.

Ground

Max CP 3,488 Ice Fang + Earthquake Sunny

Hippopotas | Skorupi

Shadow Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#450, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,488 and base stats of 201/191/239 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Hippowdon has a total stat product of 631. Shadow Hippowdon's best moveset is Ice Fang and Earthquake, making it a competitive Ice-type attacker for raids.

Shadow Hippowdon is weak to Grass, Ice, Water-type moves. It resists Electric, Poison, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Hippowdon is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

3,488

Lv.40: 3,085 Lv.50: 3,488

Attack 201

Defense 191

Stamina 239

Total 631

Buddy 3.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Rankings

Raid Attacker

Ice Attacker

#25

12.8

DPS

321

TDO

Ice Fang

Earthquake

Moves

Fast Moves

Bite

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog

Fire Fang

DPS

13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Sunny

Ice Fang

DPS

12.0 PWR 20 EN 1.5s DUR 13.3 EPS Snow

Sand Attack STAB

DPS

4.0 PWR 7 EN 0.5s DUR 14 EPS Sunny

Thunder Fang

DPS

10.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

Body Slam

DPS

50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Earth Power STAB Buff

28.6

DPS

100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Earthquake STAB

DPS

140.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR

Scorching Sands STAB Buff

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Stone Edge

DPS

105.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR

Weather Ball Rock

36.7

DPS

55.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Shadow Hippowdon's best offensive moveset is Ice Fang combined with Earthquake, achieving 12.8 DPS and 321 TDO as a Ice-type attacker (ranked #25, Tier C).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Fang (13 DPS), while Sand Attack generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Hippopotas

50 Candy

Hippowdon

Forms & Variants

Hippopotas

Shadow Hippopotas Shadow

Hippowdon

Shadow Hippowdon Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Hippowdon as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Hippowdon is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Hippowdon returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Hippowdon from raids would have 1763 CP at level 20, or 2204 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Hippowdon

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

A Shadow version of Shadow Hippowdon is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Hippowdon knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Hippowdon as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Shadow Hippowdon Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

78 – 2,667 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

78 – 2,887 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,726 – 1,807 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

2,148 – 2,248 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,726 – 1,807 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,305 – 1,366 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,726 – 1,807 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Hippowdon from raids or eggs will show 1,763 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 631. With its bulk spread of 191 Defense and 239 Stamina, Shadow Hippowdon has solid survivability in battles.

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

Shadow Hippowdon's moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Hippowdon much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Hippowdon?

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

Low Priority
Shadow Hippowdon ranks #25 as a Ice-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,488 and base stats of 201/191/239, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Hippowdon is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Ice-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Shadow Hippowdon's best moveset is Ice Fang (fast) and Earthquake (charged), providing 12.8 DPS as a Ice-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 Hippowdon's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Hippowdon is weak to Grass, Ice, Water-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Hippowdon resists Electric, Poison, Rock-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Hippowdon 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 Hippowdon's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Hippowdon's maximum CP is 3,488 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,085 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 Hippowdon's CP is calculated from its base stats: 201 Attack, 191 Defense, and 239 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 Hippowdon caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,763 CP, or 2,204 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Hippowdon?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Hippowdon has the following CP at key levels: 1,322 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,763 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,204 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,488 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Hippowdon, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Hippowdon 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 Hippowdon in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Hippowdon be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Hippowdon'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 Hippowdon availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 43 CP

L5 416 CP

L10 881 CP

L15 1,322 CP

L20 1,763 CP

L25 2,204 CP

L30 2,645 CP

L35 2,865 CP

L40 3,085 CP

L50 3,488 CP

L1 43

L2 136

L3 229

L4 323

L5 416

L6 509

L7 602

L8 695

L9 788

L10 881

L11 970

L12 1,058

L13 1,146

L14 1,234

L15 1,322

L16 1,410

L17 1,498

L18 1,587

L19 1,675

L20 1,763

L21 1,851

L22 1,939

L23 2,027

L24 2,116

L25 2,204

L26 2,292

L27 2,380

L28 2,468

L29 2,557

L30 2,645

L31 2,689

L32 2,733

L33 2,777

L34 2,821

L35 2,865

L36 2,909

L37 2,953

L38 2,997

L39 3,041

L40 3,085

L41 3,125

L42 3,164

L43 3,204

L44 3,244

L45 3,284

L46 3,324

L47 3,365

L48 3,406

L49 3,447

L50 3,488

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #450

Generation Gen 4

Region Sinnoh

Height 2.00 m

Weight 300.00 kg

Buddy Distance 3.0 km

Tradable No

2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy

Shadow Move Frustration

Purified Move Return

Purification Cost 3,000 Dust / 3 Candy