Shadow Rhyperior is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#464, Generation 4). With a max CP of 4,221 and base stats of 241/190/251 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Rhyperior has a total stat product of 682. Shadow Rhyperior's best moveset is Smack Down and Rock Wrecker, making it a competitive Rock-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Rhyperior 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 Rhyperior is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Smack Down
Rock Wrecker
Mud Slap
Earthquake
Mud Slap
Skull Bash
Mud Slap
Surf
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Rhyperior's best offensive moveset is Smack Down combined with Rock Wrecker, achieving 16.6 DPS and 438 TDO as a Rock-type attacker (ranked #5, Tier A). Alternatively, Shadow Rhyperior can serve as a Ground-type attacker with Mud Slap and Earthquake (#8, Tier A).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Smack Down (13 DPS), while Mud Slap generates energy the fastest (8.7 EPS). Note that Rock Wrecker is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Rhyperior as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Rhyperior is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Rhyperior returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Rhyperior from raids would have 2133 CP at level 20, or 2667 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Rhyperior
Shadow Rhyperior can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Rhyperior is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Rhyperior 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 Rhyperior as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Rhyperior Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Rhyperior in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Rhyperior from raids or eggs will show 2,133 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Rhyperior is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 682. With its bulk spread of 190 Defense and 251 Stamina, Shadow Rhyperior has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Shadow Rhyperior's double weakness to Grass, Water-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Rhyperior very quickly.
Shadow Rhyperior'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 7 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Rhyperior much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Rhyperior?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Shadow Rhyperior is a top-tier Rock-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #5 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 4,221 at level 50 and base stats of 241/190/251 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Smack Down and Rock Wrecker for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Rock-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.