Shadow Magikarp
Water-type, Generation 1. No raid or PvP ranking; stat total 199.
Best moveset
- Highest damage
- Splash Struggle
Same-type attack bonus on Splash.
Type effectiveness
Damage Shadow Magikarp takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 199
- Buddy distance
- 1.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 157 CP
Shadow Magikarp moves
1 fast · 1 charged
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash Best STAB | Water | 0 | 17 | 1.5s | 0 | 11.3 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle Best | Normal | 35 | 0 | 2.0s | 17.5 | — |
Fast moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | Turns | DPT | EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | Water | 0 | 12 | 3 | 0.00 | 4.00 |
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | Normal | 35 | 100 | 0.35 | — |
Moveset analysis
The highest-damage fast move is Splash (0 DPS); Splash builds energy fastest (11.3 EPS).
Evolution
Mega Evolution
Family
How to get Shadow Magikarp
- Wild
- Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
- Team GO Rocket
- Shadow Shadow Magikarp knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
- Purification
- 1,000 Dust + 1 Candy → Return
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 10 | 237 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 10 | 257 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 135 | 160 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 168 | 200 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 135 | 160 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 102 | 121 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 135 | 160 |
Is Shadow Magikarp good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Shadow Magikarp 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 (85 Defense / 85 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
- A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 Candy.
- 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 | 10 |
| Lv 2 | 12 |
| Lv 3 | 20 |
| Lv 4 | 28 |
| Lv 5 | 37 |
| Lv 6 | 45 |
| Lv 7 | 53 |
| Lv 8 | 61 |
| Lv 9 | 70 |
| Lv 10 | 78 |
| Lv 11 | 86 |
| Lv 12 | 94 |
| Lv 13 | 102 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 109 |
| Lv 15 | 117 |
| Lv 16 | 125 |
| Lv 17 | 133 |
| Lv 18 | 141 |
| Lv 19 | 149 |
| Lv 20 | 157 |
| Lv 21 | 164 |
| Lv 22 | 172 |
| Lv 23 | 180 |
| Lv 24 | 188 |
| Lv 25 | 196 |
| Lv 26 | 204 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 212 |
| Lv 28 | 219 |
| Lv 29 | 227 |
| Lv 30 | 235 |
| Lv 31 | 239 |
| Lv 32 | 243 |
| Lv 33 | 247 |
| Lv 34 | 251 |
| Lv 35 | 255 |
| Lv 36 | 259 |
| Lv 37 | 263 |
| Lv 38 | 266 |
| Lv 39 | 270 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 274 |
| Lv 41 | 278 |
| Lv 42 | 281 |
| Lv 43 | 285 |
| Lv 44 | 288 |
| Lv 45 | 292 |
| Lv 46 | 296 |
| Lv 47 | 299 |
| Lv 48 | 303 |
| Lv 49 | 306 |
| Lv 50 | 310 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0129
- Form
- Shadow
- Height
- 0.90 m
- Weight
- 10.00 kg
- Candy to evolve
- 400
- Family forms
- 5 released forms
- Game ID
- V0129_POKEMON_MAGIKARP_SHADOW
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Shadow Magikarp in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Magikarp's best moveset is Splash (fast) with Struggle (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
What are Shadow Magikarp's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Magikarp takes super effective damage from Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water, so avoid those types against it.
What is Shadow Magikarp's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Magikarp reaches 310 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 274 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 Magikarp?
A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Magikarp shows 157 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 196 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 Magikarp in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Magikarp spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.
Can Shadow Magikarp be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Magikarp 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.