Shadow Magmar Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,706, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Magmar good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magmar 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 2,706 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 Magmar in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magmar 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 Magmar's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Magmar's maximum CP is 2,706 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,394 at level 40. Its base stats are 206 Attack, 154 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 523. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Magmar has 1367 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1710 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,706 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Magmar showing 1367 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Magmar be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Magmar 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 Fire Blast

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Fire Blast costs 100 energy for 140 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Magmar takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 206

Defense 154

Stamina 163

Stat total: 523
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,367 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Magmar sits within an evolutionary family of 5 Pokémon, and where it lands in that line decides how you should treat it.

It caps at 2,706 CP with 206/154/163 base stats.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Magmar is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Magmar moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Ember Best STAB	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10
Karate Chop	Fighting	10	13	1.0s	10	13

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Fire Blast Best STAB	Fire	140	100	4.0s	35	1.40
Fire Punch STAB	Fire	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Flamethrower STAB	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30
Scorching Sands	Ground	90	50	3.0s	30	1.80

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00
Karate Chop	Fighting	5	9	1	5.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Fire Blast	Fire	140	80	1.75	—
Fire Punch	Fire	60	40	1.50	—
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—
Scorching Sands	Ground	80	50	1.60	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

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

Evolution

Magby 25 Candy

Magmar 100 Candy Sinnoh Stone

Magmortar

Family

Magby

Magmar

Magmortar

Shadow forms Shadow Magmar Shadow Magmortar

How to get Shadow Magmar

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Magmar 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	59	2,069
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	59	2,240
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,330	1,402
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,655	1,744
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,330	1,402
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,006	1,060
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,330	1,402

Is Shadow Magmar good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Magmar 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.

Attack is its highest stat (206), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
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 weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	33
Lv 2	106
Lv 3	178
Lv 4	250
Lv 5	322
Lv 6	395
Lv 7	467
Lv 8	539
Lv 9	611
Lv 10	684
Lv 11	752
Lv 12	820
Lv 13	889

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	957
Lv 15	1,026
Lv 16	1,094
Lv 17	1,162
Lv 18	1,231
Lv 19	1,299
Lv 20	1,367
Lv 21	1,436
Lv 22	1,504
Lv 23	1,573
Lv 24	1,641
Lv 25	1,710
Lv 26	1,778

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,846
Lv 28	1,915
Lv 29	1,983
Lv 30	2,052
Lv 31	2,086
Lv 32	2,120
Lv 33	2,154
Lv 34	2,188
Lv 35	2,223
Lv 36	2,257
Lv 37	2,291
Lv 38	2,325
Lv 39	2,359

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,394
Lv 41	2,424
Lv 42	2,454
Lv 43	2,485
Lv 44	2,516
Lv 45	2,547
Lv 46	2,579
Lv 47	2,610
Lv 48	2,642
Lv 49	2,674
Lv 50	2,706

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0126
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.30 m
Weight: 44.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0126_POKEMON_MAGMAR_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Magmar's best moveset is Ember (fast) with Fire Blast (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Magmar's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Magmar reaches 2,706 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,394 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 Magmar?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Magmar shows 1,367 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,710 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 Magmar in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Magmar be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Magmar 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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