#0038 Shadow

Shadow Ninetales

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Fire
Max CP 2,577 Ember + Overheat Sunny
Vulpix | Jigglypuff
Shadow Ninetales Pokemon GO sprite Shadow

Shadow Ninetales is a Fire-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#38, Generation 1). With a max CP of 2,577 and base stats of 169/190/177 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Ninetales has a total stat product of 536. Shadow Ninetales's best moveset is Ember and Overheat.

Shadow Ninetales is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type attacks. Shadow Ninetales is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
2,577
Lv.40: 2,279 Lv.50: 2,577
Attack 169
Defense 190
Stamina 177
Total 536
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy
Fire type

Type Chart

Weak to
Ground
Ground
+60%
Rock
Rock
+60%
Water
Water
+60%

Rankings

PvP Battle
Great League
A
#40
62.77% Win Rate
Fire type Ember
Fire type Overheat
Ideal IVs 0/13/15
Ultra League
S
#24
69.81% Win Rate
Fire type Ember
Fire type Overheat
Ideal IVs 0/15/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Dark
Feint Attack
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Fog
Fire
Fire Spin STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Sunny
Fire
Ember STAB Elite
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Fire
Heat Wave STAB
31.7
DPS
95.0 PWR 100 EN 3.0s DUR
Fire
Overheat STAB Buff
40
DPS
160.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Psychic
Psyshock
24
DPS
60.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Ground
Scorching Sands Buff
30
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Grass
Solar Beam
36
DPS
180.0 PWR 100 EN 5.0s DUR
Fire
Weather Ball Fire STAB
36.7
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR
Grass
Energy Ball Elite Buff
22.5
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR
Fire
Fire Blast STAB Elite
35
DPS
140.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Fire
Flamethrower STAB Elite
32.5
DPS
65.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

In Great League PvP, Shadow Ninetales runs Ember and Overheat, ranked #40 (Tier A) with a 62.77% win rate. In Ultra League PvP, Shadow Ninetales runs Ember and Overheat, ranked #24 (Tier S) with a 69.81% win rate. Shadow Ninetales has access to 3 fast moves and 9 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Spin (13 DPS), while Feint Attack generates energy the fastest (10 EPS). Note that Energy Ball, Fire Blast, Flamethrower are Elite TM moves and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Vulpix Pokemon GO
Vulpix
50 Candy
Ninetales Pokemon GO
Ninetales
Vulpix (Alola) Pokemon GO
Vulpix (Alola) Alola
50 Candy
Ninetales (Alola) Pokemon GO
Ninetales (Alola) Alola

Forms & Variants

Vulpix (Alola) Pokemon GO
Vulpix (Alola) Alola
Vulpix Pokemon GO
Vulpix
Shadow Vulpix Pokemon GO
Shadow Vulpix Shadow
Ninetales (Alola) Pokemon GO
Ninetales (Alola) Alola
Ninetales Pokemon GO
Ninetales
Shadow Ninetales Pokemon GO
Shadow Ninetales Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Ninetales as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Ninetales is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Ninetales returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Ninetales from raids would have 1302 CP at level 20, or 1628 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Ninetales

Shadow Ninetales can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Shadow Ninetales is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Ninetales knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Ninetales as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Shadow Ninetales Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Ninetales in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
56 – 1,970 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
56 – 2,133 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,266 – 1,335 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,575 – 1,661 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,266 – 1,335 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
957 – 1,009 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,266 – 1,335 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Ninetales from raids or eggs will show 1,302 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Ninetales is a Fire-type Pokemon with a stat total of 536. With its bulk spread of 190 Defense and 177 Stamina, Shadow Ninetales has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Ground, Rock, Water-type moves when using Shadow Ninetales. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Ninetales's performance.

Shadow Ninetales's moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 9 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Ninetales much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Ninetales?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Recommended for PvP
Shadow Ninetales doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #40 (Tier A) in Great League with a 62.77% overall win rate. With base stats of 169/190/177 and a max CP of 2,577, its stat distribution favors bulk, which is ideal for PvP formats. Run Ember with Overheat for best results. Worth investing in a second charged move to expand coverage and improve matchups across the board.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Shadow Ninetales in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Ninetales's best moveset is Ember (fast) and Overheat (charged). This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.
What are Shadow Ninetales's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Ninetales is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Ninetales resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Ninetales effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Shadow Ninetales's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Ninetales's maximum CP is 2,577 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,279 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Shadow Ninetales's CP is calculated from its base stats: 169 Attack, 190 Defense, and 177 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Shadow Ninetales caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,302 CP, or 1,628 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Shadow Ninetales good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Ninetales is ranked #40 (Tier A) in Great League with a 62.77% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Ember and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Great League is 0/13/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Shadow Ninetales to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Shadow Ninetales is ranked #24 (Tier S) in Ultra League with a 69.81% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Ember and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 0/15/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Shadow Ninetales to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. When deciding which league to prioritize, consider where Shadow Ninetales has its best ranking and win rate. Unlocking a second charged move (costing 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy) is highly recommended for PvP, as it gives Shadow Ninetales better coverage and the ability to bait shields more effectively.
What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Ninetales?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Ninetales has the following CP at key levels: 977 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,302 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,628 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,577 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Ninetales, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Ninetales ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Shadow Ninetales in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Ninetales can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.
Can Shadow Ninetales be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Ninetales's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Shadow Ninetales availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 32 CP
L5 307 CP
L10 651 CP
L15 977 CP
L20 1,302 CP
L25 1,628 CP
L30 1,954 CP
L35 2,117 CP
L40 2,279 CP
L50 2,577 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #38
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.10 m
Weight 19.90 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 3,000 Dust / 3 Candy