Shadow Luxray
Shadow
Spark
Wild Charge
Shadow Luxray is a Electric-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#405, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,265 and base stats of 232/156/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Luxray has a total stat product of 578. Shadow Luxray's best moveset is Spark and Wild Charge, making it a competitive Electric-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Luxray is weak to Ground-type moves. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Luxray is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Spark
Wild Charge
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Luxray's best offensive moveset is Spark combined with Wild Charge, achieving 15.9 DPS and 317 TDO as a Electric-type attacker (ranked #19, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Snarl (11 DPS), while Snarl generates energy the fastest (13 EPS). Note that Psychic Fangs is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Luxray as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Luxray is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Luxray returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Luxray from raids would have 1650 CP at level 20, or 2063 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Luxray
Shadow Luxray can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Luxray is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Luxray knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Luxray as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Luxray Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Luxray in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Luxray from raids or eggs will show 1,650 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Luxray is a Electric-type Pokemon with a stat total of 578. With its high Attack stat (232), Shadow Luxray is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Ground-type moves when using Shadow Luxray. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Luxray's performance.
Shadow Luxray's moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Luxray much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Luxray?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Luxray ranks #19 as a Electric-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,265 and base stats of 232/156/190, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Luxray is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Electric-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.