Shadow Ivysaur Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,921, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Ivysaur good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Ivysaur 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 1,921 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 Ivysaur in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Ivysaur 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 Ivysaur's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Ivysaur's maximum CP is 1,921 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,699 at level 40. Its base stats are 151 Attack, 143 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 449. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Ivysaur has 970 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1213 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,921 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Ivysaur showing 970 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Ivysaur be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Ivysaur 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: Razor Leaf Power Whip

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Power Whip costs 50 energy for 90 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Ivysaur takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fire1.6× Flying1.6× Ice1.6× Psychic1.6×

Resists

Grass0.39× Electric0.625× Fairy0.625× Fighting0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 151

Defense 143

Stamina 155

Stat total: 449
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 970 CP

Editor's notes

What Shadow Ivysaur's stats tell us

With base stats of 151 Attack, 143 Defense and 155 Stamina (a total of 449), Shadow Ivysaur has a fairly balanced stat spread. That puts its ceiling at a max CP of 1,921 at level 50.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Ivysaur is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Ivysaur moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Razor Leaf Best STAB	Grass	13	7	1.0s	13	7
Vine Whip STAB	Grass	6	5	0.5s	12	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Power Whip Best STAB	Grass	90	50	2.5s	36	1.80
Sludge Bomb STAB	Poison	85	50	2.5s	34	1.70
Solar Beam STAB	Grass	180	100	5.0s	36	1.80

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Razor Leaf	Grass	9	4	1	9.00	4.00
Vine Whip	Grass	5	8	1	5.00	8.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Power Whip	Grass	90	50	1.80	—
Sludge Bomb	Poison	80	50	1.60	—
Solar Beam	Grass	150	80	1.88	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Razor Leaf (13 DPS); Vine Whip builds energy fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Bulbasaur 25 Candy

Ivysaur 100 Candy

Venusaur

Mega Evolution

Venusaur

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Venusaur

Family

Bulbasaur

Ivysaur

Venusaur

Mega Venusaur Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Bulbasaur Shadow Ivysaur Shadow Venusaur

How to get Shadow Ivysaur

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Ivysaur 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	41	1,468
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	41	1,590
Raid Catch	Lv 20	935	995
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,164	1,238
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	935	995
Research Encounter	Lv 15	707	752
GO Battle League	Lv 20	935	995

Is Shadow Ivysaur good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Ivysaur 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 (143 Defense / 155 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 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 Sunny and 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	24
Lv 2	75
Lv 3	126
Lv 4	177
Lv 5	229
Lv 6	280
Lv 7	331
Lv 8	383
Lv 9	434
Lv 10	485
Lv 11	534
Lv 12	582
Lv 13	631

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	679
Lv 15	728
Lv 16	776
Lv 17	825
Lv 18	873
Lv 19	922
Lv 20	970
Lv 21	1,019
Lv 22	1,068
Lv 23	1,116
Lv 24	1,165
Lv 25	1,213
Lv 26	1,262

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,310
Lv 28	1,359
Lv 29	1,407
Lv 30	1,456
Lv 31	1,480
Lv 32	1,505
Lv 33	1,529
Lv 34	1,553
Lv 35	1,577
Lv 36	1,602
Lv 37	1,626
Lv 38	1,650
Lv 39	1,674

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,699
Lv 41	1,720
Lv 42	1,742
Lv 43	1,764
Lv 44	1,786
Lv 45	1,808
Lv 46	1,830
Lv 47	1,853
Lv 48	1,875
Lv 49	1,898
Lv 50	1,921

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0002
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.00 m
Weight: 13.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Candy to evolve: 100
Family forms: 7 released forms
Game ID: V0002_POKEMON_IVYSAUR_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Ivysaur's best moveset is Razor Leaf (fast) with Power Whip (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Ivysaur's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Ivysaur takes super effective damage from Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. It resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Ivysaur reaches 1,921 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,699 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 Ivysaur?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Ivysaur shows 970 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,213 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 Ivysaur in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Ivysaur be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Ivysaur 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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