Shadow Kadabra Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,328, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Kadabra good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Kadabra ranks #22 as a Fairy-type attacker at Tier C, so there are stronger options for the same Stardust. Keep a high-IV one and skip the power-up.

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

Shadow Kadabra's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Psycho Cut and Dazzling Gleam. 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 Kadabra's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Kadabra is a Psychic-type Pokemon weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Kadabra, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Kadabra resists Fighting, Psychic-type moves.

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

Shadow Kadabra's maximum CP is 2,328 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,059 at level 40. Its base stats are 232 Attack, 117 Defense, and 120 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 469. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Kadabra has 1176 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1471 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,328 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Kadabra showing 1176 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Kadabra be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Kadabra 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

Raids & gyms: Psycho Cut Dazzling Gleam 13.5 DPS

Same-type attack bonus on Psycho Cut. Dazzling Gleam costs 50 energy for 100 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Kadabra takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Bug1.6× Dark1.6× Ghost1.6×

Resists

Fighting0.625× Psychic0.625×

Base stats

Attack 232

Defense 117

Stamina 120

Stat total: 469
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,176 CP

Editor's notes

As a Psychic-type Pokémon, Shadow Kadabra takes extra damage from Bug, Dark and Ghost attacks, while resisting Fighting and Psychic.

Knowing that shapes how you use it: lean on its Psychic moves where they hit hard, and bench it against its weaknesses. It can chip in as a Fairy-type attacker, though it won't top any DPS charts.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Kadabra is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Kadabra moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Confusion STAB	Psychic	19	14	1.5s	12.7	9.3
Psycho Cut Best STAB	Psychic	4	7	0.5s	8	14

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Dazzling Gleam Best	Fairy	100	50	3.5s	28.6	2.00
Psybeam STAB	Psychic	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30
Shadow Ball	Ghost	100	50	3.0s	33.3	2.00

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Confusion	Psychic	16	14	3	5.33	4.67
Psycho Cut	Psychic	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Dazzling Gleam	Fairy	90	55	1.64	—
Psybeam	Psychic	70	60	1.17	—
Shadow Ball	Ghost	100	50	2.00	—

Moveset analysis

For raids and gyms, Shadow Kadabra runs Psycho Cut with Dazzling Gleam — 13.5 DPS and 169 TDO as a Fairy-type attacker.

The highest-damage fast move is Confusion (12.7 DPS); Psycho Cut builds energy fastest (14 EPS).

Rankings

Where Shadow Kadabra places in raids and PvP

Raid attacker

Type	Rank	Tier	DPS	TDO	Moveset
Fairy	#22	C	13.5	169	Psycho Cut Dazzling Gleam

Evolution

Abra 25 Candy

Kadabra 100 Candy

Alakazam

Mega Evolution

Alakazam

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Alakazam

Family

Abra

Kadabra

Alakazam

Mega Alakazam Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Abra Shadow Kadabra Shadow Alakazam

How to get Shadow Kadabra

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Kadabra 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	50	1,779
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	50	1,927
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,137	1,206
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,415	1,500
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,137	1,206
Research Encounter	Lv 15	860	912
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,137	1,206

Is Shadow Kadabra good in Pokemon GO?

Low priority

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

At Tier C (rank #22 as a Fairy-type attacker) there are better options for the same Stardust. Keep a good specimen, skip the power-up unless Shadow Kadabra is a favourite.

Attack is its highest stat (232), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
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 Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	29
Lv 2	91
Lv 3	153
Lv 4	215
Lv 5	277
Lv 6	339
Lv 7	402
Lv 8	464
Lv 9	526
Lv 10	588
Lv 11	647
Lv 12	706
Lv 13	765

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	823
Lv 15	882
Lv 16	941
Lv 17	1,000
Lv 18	1,059
Lv 19	1,117
Lv 20	1,176
Lv 21	1,235
Lv 22	1,294
Lv 23	1,353
Lv 24	1,412
Lv 25	1,471
Lv 26	1,529

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,588
Lv 28	1,647
Lv 29	1,706
Lv 30	1,765
Lv 31	1,794
Lv 32	1,824
Lv 33	1,853
Lv 34	1,882
Lv 35	1,912
Lv 36	1,941
Lv 37	1,971
Lv 38	2,000
Lv 39	2,029

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,059
Lv 41	2,085
Lv 42	2,111
Lv 43	2,138
Lv 44	2,164
Lv 45	2,191
Lv 46	2,218
Lv 47	2,245
Lv 48	2,273
Lv 49	2,300
Lv 50	2,328

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0064
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.30 m
Weight: 56.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Candy to evolve: 100
Family forms: 7 released forms
Game ID: V0064_POKEMON_KADABRA_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Kadabra's best moveset is Psycho Cut (fast) with Dazzling Gleam (charged), worth 13.5 DPS as a Fairy-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Kadabra's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Kadabra takes super effective damage from Bug, Dark, Ghost-type moves. It resists Fighting, Psychic, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Kadabra reaches 2,328 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,059 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 Kadabra?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Kadabra shows 1,176 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,471 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 Kadabra in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Kadabra be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Kadabra 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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