Shadow Rhydon is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#112, Generation 1). With a max CP of 3,594 and base stats of 222/171/233 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Rhydon has a total stat product of 626. Shadow Rhydon's best moveset is Mud Slap and Earthquake, making it a competitive Ground-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Rhydon is weak to Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves (double weak to Grass, Water). It resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Rhydon is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Mud Slap
Earthquake
Mud Slap
Megahorn
Mud Slap
Stone Edge
Mud Slap
Surf
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Rhydon's best offensive moveset is Mud Slap combined with Earthquake, achieving 15.4 DPS and 378 TDO as a Ground-type attacker (ranked #19, Tier C). Alternatively, Shadow Rhydon can serve as a Bug-type attacker with Mud Slap and Megahorn (#23, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Mud Slap (12.7 DPS), while Mud Slap generates energy the fastest (8.7 EPS). Note that Megahorn is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Rhydon as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Rhydon is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Rhydon returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Rhydon from raids would have 1816 CP at level 20, or 2270 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Rhydon
Shadow Rhydon can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Rhydon is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Rhydon 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 Rhydon as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Rhydon Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Rhydon in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Rhydon from raids or eggs will show 1,816 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Rhydon is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 626. With its bulk spread of 171 Defense and 233 Stamina, Shadow Rhydon has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Rhydon's double weakness to Grass, Water-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Rhydon very quickly.
Shadow Rhydon's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Partly Cloudy 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 Rhydon much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Rhydon?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Rhydon ranks #19 as a Ground-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,594 and base stats of 222/171/233, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Rhydon is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Ground-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.