Shadow Litwick Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,138, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Litwick good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Litwick 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 1,138 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 Litwick in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Litwick 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 Litwick's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Litwick is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokemon weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Litwick, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Litwick resists Bug, Fighting, Normal, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Litwick's maximum CP is 1,138 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,006 at level 40. Its base stats are 108 Attack, 98 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 343. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Litwick has 575 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 719 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,138 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Litwick showing 575 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Litwick can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Litwick from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Litwick as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Litwick be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Litwick 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: Ember Heat Wave

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Heat Wave costs 100 energy for 95 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Litwick takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Dark1.6× Ghost1.6× Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.39× Fighting0.39× Normal0.39× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Poison0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 108

Defense 98

Stamina 137

Stat total: 343
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 575 CP

Shadow Litwick moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Astonish STAB	Ghost	7	13	1.0s	7	13
Ember Best STAB	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Flame Burst STAB	Fire	70	50	2.5s	28	1.40
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	33	4.0s	17.5	2.12
Heat Wave Best STAB	Fire	95	100	3.0s	31.7	0.95
Mystical Fire STAB	Fire	60	33	2.0s	30	1.82

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Astonish	Ghost	12	10	2	6.00	5.00
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Flame Burst	Fire	70	55	1.27	—
Flame Charge	Fire	65	50	1.30	Buff / debuff
Heat Wave	Fire	75	45	1.67	—
Mystical Fire	Fire	60	45	1.33	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Ember (10 DPS); Astonish builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Litwick 25 Candy

Lampent 100 Candy Unova Stone

Chandelure

Family

Litwick

Lampent

Chandelure

Shadow forms Shadow Litwick Shadow Lampent Shadow Chandelure

How to get Shadow Litwick

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Litwick knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 5,000 Dust + 5 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	22	870
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	22	942
Raid Catch	Lv 20	543	589
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	676	733
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	543	589
Research Encounter	Lv 15	411	445
GO Battle League	Lv 20	543	589

Is Shadow Litwick good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Litwick 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 75,000 Dust and 75 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Fog 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	44
Lv 3	75
Lv 4	105
Lv 5	135
Lv 6	166
Lv 7	196
Lv 8	226
Lv 9	257
Lv 10	287
Lv 11	316
Lv 12	345
Lv 13	374

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	402
Lv 15	431
Lv 16	460
Lv 17	489
Lv 18	517
Lv 19	546
Lv 20	575
Lv 21	604
Lv 22	632
Lv 23	661
Lv 24	690
Lv 25	719
Lv 26	747

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	776
Lv 28	805
Lv 29	834
Lv 30	863
Lv 31	877
Lv 32	891
Lv 33	906
Lv 34	920
Lv 35	934
Lv 36	949
Lv 37	963
Lv 38	978
Lv 39	992

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,006
Lv 41	1,019
Lv 42	1,032
Lv 43	1,045
Lv 44	1,058
Lv 45	1,071
Lv 46	1,084
Lv 47	1,097
Lv 48	1,111
Lv 49	1,124
Lv 50	1,138

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0607
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.30 m
Weight: 3.10 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0607_POKEMON_LITWICK_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Litwick's best moveset is Ember (fast) with Heat Wave (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Litwick's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Litwick takes super effective damage from Dark, Ghost, Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fighting, Normal, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Litwick reaches 1,138 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,006 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 Litwick?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Litwick shows 575 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 719 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 Litwick in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Litwick be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Litwick 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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