Shadow Onix Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,245, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Onix good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Onix 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 1,245 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 Onix in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Onix 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 Onix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Onix is a Rock/Ground-type Pokemon weak to Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Grass, Water-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Shadow Onix, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Onix resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type moves.

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

Shadow Onix's maximum CP is 1,245 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,101 at level 40. Its base stats are 85 Attack, 232 Defense, and 111 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 428. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Onix has 629 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 787 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,245 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Onix showing 629 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Onix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Onix 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: Rock Throw Breaking Swipe

Same-type attack bonus on Rock Throw. Breaking Swipe costs 33 energy for 45 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Onix takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Grass2.56× Water2.56× Fighting1.6× Ground1.6× Ice1.6× Steel1.6×

Resists

Electric0.39× Poison0.39× Fire0.625× Flying0.625× Normal0.625× Rock0.625×

Base stats

Attack 85

Defense 232

Stamina 111

Stat total: 428
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 629 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Onix is a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon (#95, Generation 1) that caps at 1,245 CP at level 50, built on 85/232/111 base stats — a defensive, bulky build that leans on its HP and Defense.

Defensively, it takes extra damage from Grass, Water and Fighting and resists Electric, Poison and Fire — worth remembering when you field it or plan a team around beating it.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Onix is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Onix moves

2 fast · 6 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Rock Throw Best STAB	Rock	13	8	1.0s	13	8
Tackle	Normal	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Breaking Swipe Best	Dragon	45	33	1.0s	45	1.36
Heavy Slam	Steel	70	50	2.0s	35	1.40
Sand Tomb STAB	Ground	60	33	4.0s	15	1.82
Stone Edge STAB	Rock	105	100	2.5s	42	1.05
Iron Head Elite	Steel	60	50	2.0s	30	1.20
Rock Slide STAB Elite	Rock	75	50	2.5s	30	1.50

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Rock Throw	Rock	8	5	1	8.00	5.00
Tackle	Normal	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Breaking Swipe	Dragon	50	50	1.00	Buff / debuff
Heavy Slam	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
Sand Tomb	Ground	40	40	1.00	Buff / debuff
Stone Edge	Rock	100	55	1.82	—
Iron Head	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
Rock Slide	Rock	75	45	1.67	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Rock Throw (13 DPS); Tackle builds energy fastest (10 EPS). Iron Head, Rock Slide are Elite TM moves and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Onix 50 Candy Metal Coat

Steelix

Mega Evolution

Steelix

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Steelix

Family

Onix

Steelix

Mega Steelix Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Onix Shadow Steelix

How to get Shadow Onix

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Onix 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	24	952
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	24	1,031
Raid Catch	Lv 20	594	645
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	739	802
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	594	645
Research Encounter	Lv 15	449	487
GO Battle League	Lv 20	594	645

Is Shadow Onix good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Onix 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 (232 Defense / 111 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 6 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Partly Cloudy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	15
Lv 2	48
Lv 3	82
Lv 4	115
Lv 5	148
Lv 6	181
Lv 7	215
Lv 8	248
Lv 9	281
Lv 10	314
Lv 11	346
Lv 12	377
Lv 13	409

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	440
Lv 15	472
Lv 16	503
Lv 17	535
Lv 18	566
Lv 19	598
Lv 20	629
Lv 21	661
Lv 22	692
Lv 23	724
Lv 24	755
Lv 25	787
Lv 26	818

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	850
Lv 28	881
Lv 29	913
Lv 30	944
Lv 31	960
Lv 32	975
Lv 33	991
Lv 34	1,007
Lv 35	1,023
Lv 36	1,038
Lv 37	1,054
Lv 38	1,070
Lv 39	1,086

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,101
Lv 41	1,115
Lv 42	1,129
Lv 43	1,144
Lv 44	1,158
Lv 45	1,172
Lv 46	1,187
Lv 47	1,201
Lv 48	1,216
Lv 49	1,230
Lv 50	1,245

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0095
Form: Shadow
Height: 8.80 m
Weight: 210.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0095_POKEMON_ONIX_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Onix's best moveset is Rock Throw (fast) with Breaking Swipe (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Onix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Onix takes super effective damage from Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves. It is double weak to Grass, Water (2.56× damage), so those attackers cut through it fastest. It resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Onix reaches 1,245 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,101 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 Onix?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Onix shows 629 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 787 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 Onix in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Onix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Onix 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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