Shadow Rhyhorn Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,867, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Rhyhorn good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rhyhorn 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 1,867 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 Rhyhorn in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rhyhorn 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 Rhyhorn's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rhyhorn is a Ground/Rock-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 Rhyhorn, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Rhyhorn resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type moves.

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

Shadow Rhyhorn's maximum CP is 1,867 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,651 at level 40. Its base stats are 140 Attack, 127 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 457. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Rhyhorn has 943 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1179 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,867 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Rhyhorn showing 943 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Rhyhorn can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Rhyhorn from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Rhyhorn as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Rhyhorn be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Rhyhorn 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: Mud Slap Stomp

Same-type attack bonus on Mud Slap. Stomp costs 50 energy for 50 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Rhyhorn 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 140

Defense 127

Stamina 190

Stat total: 457
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 943 CP

Editor's notes

Is Shadow Rhyhorn worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Shadow Rhyhorn is a Ground/Rock-type Pokémon that caps at 1,867 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Rhyhorn is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Rhyhorn moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Mud Slap Best STAB	Ground	19	13	1.5s	12.7	8.7
Rock Smash	Fighting	17	12	1.5s	11.3	8

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Bulldoze STAB	Ground	80	50	3.5s	22.9	1.60
Horn Attack	Normal	45	33	2.0s	22.5	1.36
Stomp Best	Normal	50	50	1.5s	33.3	1.00

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Mud Slap	Ground	11	10	2	5.50	5.00
Rock Smash	Fighting	9	7	2	4.50	3.50

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Bulldoze	Ground	45	45	1.00	Buff / debuff
Horn Attack	Normal	40	35	1.14	—
Stomp	Normal	55	40	1.38	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Mud Slap (12.7 DPS); Mud Slap builds energy fastest (8.7 EPS).

Evolution

Rhyhorn 25 Candy

Rhydon 100 Candy Sinnoh Stone

Rhyperior

Family

Rhyhorn

Rhydon

Rhyperior

Shadow forms Shadow Rhyhorn Shadow Rhydon Shadow Rhyperior

How to get Shadow Rhyhorn

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Rhyhorn knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	39	1,427
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	39	1,545
Raid Catch	Lv 20	908	967
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,129	1,203
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	908	967
Research Encounter	Lv 15	686	731
GO Battle League	Lv 20	908	967

Is Shadow Rhyhorn good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Rhyhorn 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 (127 Defense / 190 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 3 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	23
Lv 2	73
Lv 3	123
Lv 4	172
Lv 5	222
Lv 6	272
Lv 7	322
Lv 8	372
Lv 9	422
Lv 10	472
Lv 11	519
Lv 12	566
Lv 13	613

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	660
Lv 15	707
Lv 16	755
Lv 17	802
Lv 18	849
Lv 19	896
Lv 20	943
Lv 21	991
Lv 22	1,038
Lv 23	1,085
Lv 24	1,132
Lv 25	1,179
Lv 26	1,227

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,274
Lv 28	1,321
Lv 29	1,368
Lv 30	1,415
Lv 31	1,439
Lv 32	1,463
Lv 33	1,486
Lv 34	1,510
Lv 35	1,533
Lv 36	1,557
Lv 37	1,580
Lv 38	1,604
Lv 39	1,628

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,651
Lv 41	1,672
Lv 42	1,693
Lv 43	1,715
Lv 44	1,736
Lv 45	1,757
Lv 46	1,779
Lv 47	1,801
Lv 48	1,823
Lv 49	1,845
Lv 50	1,867

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0111
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.00 m
Weight: 115.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0111_POKEMON_RHYHORN_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Rhyhorn's best moveset is Mud Slap (fast) with Stomp (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Rhyhorn's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rhyhorn 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 Rhyhorn's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rhyhorn reaches 1,867 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,651 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 Rhyhorn?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Rhyhorn shows 943 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,179 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 Rhyhorn in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Rhyhorn be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Rhyhorn 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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