Iron Tail
Shadow Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#305, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,324 and base stats of 158/198/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Lairon has a total stat product of 511.
Shadow Lairon is weak to Fighting, Ground, Water-type moves (double weak to Fighting, Ground). It resists Poison, Flying, Normal, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Lairon is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Iron Tail (14 DPS), while Metal Sound generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Lairon as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Lairon is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Lairon returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Lairon from raids would have 1174 CP at level 20, or 1468 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Lairon
Shadow Lairon can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Lairon is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Lairon knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Lairon as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.
Shadow Lairon Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Lairon in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Lairon from raids or eggs will show 1,174 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 511. With its bulk spread of 198 Defense and 155 Stamina, Shadow Lairon has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Lairon's double weakness to Fighting, Ground-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Lairon very quickly.
Shadow Lairon's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Lairon much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Lairon?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Shadow Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon with base stats of 158/198/155 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,324. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shadow Lairon may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.