#0430 Shadow

Shadow Honchkrow

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Dark Flying
Max CP 3,065 Snarl + Dark Pulse Fog Windy
Mismagius | Glameow
Shadow Honchkrow Pokemon GO sprite Shadow

Shadow Honchkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#430, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,065 and base stats of 243/103/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Honchkrow has a total stat product of 571. Shadow Honchkrow's best moveset is Snarl and Dark Pulse, making it a competitive Dark-type attacker for raids.

Shadow Honchkrow is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Ground, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass-type attacks. Shadow Honchkrow is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,065
Lv.40: 2,711 Lv.50: 3,065
Attack 243
Defense 103
Stamina 225
Total 571
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy
Dark type

Type Chart

Weak to
Electric
Electric
+60%
Fairy
Fairy
+60%
Ice
Ice
+60%
Rock
Rock
+60%

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Dark type
Dark type
Dark Attacker
B
#13
15.7
DPS
371
TDO
0 type Snarl
Dark type Dark Pulse
Flying type
Flying type
Flying Attacker
A
#17
16.9
DPS
399
TDO
0 type Peck
Flying type Brave Bird
Psychic type
Psychic type
Psychic Attacker
C
#27
15.6
DPS
367
TDO
0 type Snarl
Psychic type Psychic
PvP Battle
Great League
S
#15
73.49% Win Rate
Flying type Peck
Flying type Brave Bird
Ideal IVs 0/15/9
Ultra League
S
#16
73.24% Win Rate
Flying type Peck
Flying type Brave Bird
Ideal IVs 0/15/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Flying
Peck STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Windy
Dark
Snarl STAB
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Flying
Brave Bird STAB Buff
65
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR
Dark
Dark Pulse STAB
26.7
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Psychic
Psychic Buff
31.7
DPS
95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Flying
Sky Attack STAB
40
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Shadow Honchkrow's best offensive moveset is Snarl combined with Dark Pulse, achieving 15.7 DPS and 371 TDO as a Dark-type attacker (ranked #13, Tier B). Alternatively, Shadow Honchkrow can serve as a Flying-type attacker with Peck and Brave Bird (#17, Tier A).

In Great League PvP, Shadow Honchkrow runs Peck and Brave Bird, ranked #15 (Tier S) with a 73.49% win rate. In Ultra League PvP, Shadow Honchkrow runs Peck and Brave Bird, ranked #16 (Tier S) with a 73.24% win rate. Shadow Honchkrow has access to 2 fast moves and 4 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Snarl (11 DPS), while Snarl generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Murkrow Pokemon GO
Murkrow
100 Candy
Sinnoh Stone
Honchkrow Pokemon GO
Honchkrow

Forms & Variants

Murkrow Pokemon GO
Murkrow
Shadow Murkrow Pokemon GO
Shadow Murkrow Shadow
Honchkrow Pokemon GO
Honchkrow
Shadow Honchkrow Pokemon GO
Shadow Honchkrow Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Honchkrow as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Honchkrow is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Honchkrow returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Honchkrow from raids would have 1549 CP at level 20, or 1937 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Honchkrow

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

A Shadow version of Shadow Honchkrow is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Honchkrow 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 Honchkrow as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Shadow Honchkrow Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
67 – 2,343 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
67 – 2,537 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,508 – 1,588 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,876 – 1,975 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,508 – 1,588 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,140 – 1,200 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,508 – 1,588 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Honchkrow from raids or eggs will show 1,549 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Honchkrow is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 571. With its high Attack stat (243), Shadow Honchkrow is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

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

Shadow Honchkrow's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Windy 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 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Honchkrow much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Honchkrow?

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

Situational
Shadow Honchkrow is a solid but not elite Dark-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#13) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,065 and base stats of 243/103/225, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Dark-type counters. The best moveset is Snarl paired with Dark Pulse. Consider investing if you need a Dark-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.

In PvP (Great League), Shadow Honchkrow is ranked #15 (Tier S) with a 73.49% win rate. It's a meta-relevant pick worth building a second move for.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Shadow Honchkrow in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Honchkrow's best moveset is Snarl (fast) and Dark Pulse (charged), providing 15.7 DPS as a Dark-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. For PvP, consider running Peck and Brave Bird instead, as PvP movesets prioritize energy generation and shield pressure over raw DPS.
What are Shadow Honchkrow's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Honchkrow is weak to Electric, Fairy, Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Honchkrow resists Ground, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Grass-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Honchkrow 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 Honchkrow's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Honchkrow's maximum CP is 3,065 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,711 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 Honchkrow's CP is calculated from its base stats: 243 Attack, 103 Defense, and 225 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 Honchkrow caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,549 CP, or 1,937 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Shadow Honchkrow good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Honchkrow is ranked #15 (Tier S) in Great League with a 73.49% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Peck and Brave Bird. The ideal IV spread for Great League is 0/15/9 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Shadow Honchkrow to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Shadow Honchkrow is ranked #16 (Tier S) in Ultra League with a 73.24% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Peck and Brave Bird. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 0/15/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Shadow Honchkrow to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. When deciding which league to prioritize, consider where Shadow Honchkrow has its best ranking and win rate. Unlocking a second charged move (costing 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy) is highly recommended for PvP, as it gives Shadow Honchkrow better coverage and the ability to bait shields more effectively.
What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Honchkrow?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Honchkrow has the following CP at key levels: 1,162 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,549 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,937 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,065 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Honchkrow, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Honchkrow 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 Honchkrow in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Honchkrow can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.
Can Shadow Honchkrow be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Honchkrow'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 Honchkrow availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 38 CP
L5 365 CP
L10 775 CP
L15 1,162 CP
L20 1,549 CP
L25 1,937 CP
L30 2,324 CP
L35 2,518 CP
L40 2,711 CP
L50 3,065 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #430
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 0.90 m
Weight 27.30 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