High Horsepower
Shadow Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#221, Generation 2). With a max CP of 2,652 and base stats of 181/138/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Piloswine has a total stat product of 544.
Shadow Piloswine is weak to Fighting, Fire, Grass, Steel, Water-type moves. It resists Electric, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Piloswine is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Ice Shard (10 DPS), while Powder Snow generates energy the fastest (15 EPS).
Raid Guide
Shadow Piloswine as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Piloswine is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Piloswine returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Piloswine from raids would have 1340 CP at level 20, or 1675 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Piloswine
Shadow Piloswine can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Piloswine is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Piloswine 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 Piloswine as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Piloswine Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Piloswine in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Piloswine from raids or eggs will show 1,340 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 544. With its bulk spread of 138 Defense and 225 Stamina, Shadow Piloswine has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Fighting, Fire, Grass, Steel, Water-type moves when using Shadow Piloswine. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Piloswine's performance.
Shadow Piloswine's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Snow 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Piloswine much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Piloswine?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Shadow Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon with base stats of 181/138/225 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,652. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shadow Piloswine may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.