Shadow Joltik Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,156, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Joltik good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Joltik 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 1,156 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 Joltik in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Joltik 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 Joltik's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Joltik is a Bug/Electric-type Pokemon weak to Fire, Rock-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Joltik, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Joltik resists Electric, Fighting, Grass, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Joltik's maximum CP is 1,156 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,023 at level 40. Its base stats are 110 Attack, 98 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 345. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Joltik has 584 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 730 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,156 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Joltik showing 584 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Joltik be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Joltik 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: Sucker Punch Bug Buzz

Same-type attack bonus on Bug Buzz. Bug Buzz costs 50 energy for 95 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Joltik takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fire1.6× Rock1.6×

Resists

Electric0.625× Fighting0.625× Grass0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 110

Defense 98

Stamina 137

Stat total: 345
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 584 CP

Shadow Joltik moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Charge Beam STAB	Electric	7	14	1.0s	7	14
Sucker Punch Best	Dark	5	6	0.5s	10	12

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Bug Buzz Best STAB	Bug	95	50	3.5s	27.1	1.90
Cross Poison	Poison	40	33	1.5s	26.7	1.21
Discharge STAB	Electric	65	33	2.5s	26	1.97

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Charge Beam	Electric	5	11	2	2.50	5.50
Sucker Punch	Dark	8	7	1	8.00	7.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Bug Buzz	Bug	100	60	1.67	Buff / debuff
Cross Poison	Poison	50	35	1.43	Buff / debuff
Discharge	Electric	55	40	1.38	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Sucker Punch (10 DPS); Charge Beam builds energy fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Joltik 50 Candy

Galvantula

Family

Joltik

Galvantula

Shadow forms Shadow Joltik Shadow Galvantula

Raids

Not in raids

Status: Shadow Joltik is not in the current raid rotation

Best counters against Shadow Joltik

1

Mega BlazikenMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 67.3DPS 2,055TDO 2

Blacephalon IncinerateMind Blown 66.7DPS 1,340TDO 3

Mega Charizard YMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 65.5DPS 2,457TDO 4

Shadow ChandelureShadow Fire SpinOverheat 63.4DPS 1,422TDO 5

Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)Shadow Fire FangOverheat 61.7DPS 1,307TDO 6

Shadow RampardosShadow Smack DownRock Slide 59.9DPS 1,141TDO

Counters carrying Fire, Rock moves deal the most damage.

How to get Shadow Joltik

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Joltik 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	23	884
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	23	957
Raid Catch	Lv 20	553	599
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	688	745
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	553	599
Research Encounter	Lv 15	418	453
GO Battle League	Lv 20	553	599

Is Shadow Joltik good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Joltik 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 (98 Defense / 137 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 Rainy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	14
Lv 2	45
Lv 3	76
Lv 4	107
Lv 5	138
Lv 6	168
Lv 7	199
Lv 8	230
Lv 9	261
Lv 10	292
Lv 11	321
Lv 12	350
Lv 13	380

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	409
Lv 15	438
Lv 16	467
Lv 17	496
Lv 18	526
Lv 19	555
Lv 20	584
Lv 21	613
Lv 22	643
Lv 23	672
Lv 24	701
Lv 25	730
Lv 26	760

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	789
Lv 28	818
Lv 29	847
Lv 30	877
Lv 31	891
Lv 32	906
Lv 33	920
Lv 34	935
Lv 35	950
Lv 36	964
Lv 37	979
Lv 38	993
Lv 39	1,008

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,023
Lv 41	1,036
Lv 42	1,049
Lv 43	1,062
Lv 44	1,075
Lv 45	1,088
Lv 46	1,102
Lv 47	1,115
Lv 48	1,129
Lv 49	1,143
Lv 50	1,156

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0595
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.10 m
Weight: 0.60 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 4 released forms
Game ID: V0595_POKEMON_JOLTIK_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Joltik's best moveset is Sucker Punch (fast) with Bug Buzz (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Joltik's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Joltik takes super effective damage from Fire, Rock-type moves. It resists Electric, Fighting, Grass, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Joltik reaches 1,156 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,023 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 Joltik?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Joltik shows 584 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 730 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 Joltik in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Joltik be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Joltik 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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