#0821 Shadow

Shadow Rookidee

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Flying
Max CP 753 Air Slash + Payback Windy
Greedent | Corvisquire
Shadow Rookidee Pokemon GO sprite Shadow

Shadow Rookidee is a Flying-type Pokémon — Pokédex #821, a Generation 8 Pokémon and originally from the Galar region. It reaches a maximum of 753 CP at level 50 and walks as a 1.0km buddy.

Stats

Max CP
753
Lv.40: 666 Lv.50: 753
Attack 88
Defense 67
Stamina 116
Total 271
Buddy 1.0 km Gen 8 · Galar 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy
Flying type

Type Chart

Weak to
Electric
Electric
+60%
Ice
Ice
+60%
Rock
Rock
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Flying
Air Slash STAB
12
DPS
12.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Flying
Peck STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Windy
Ground
Sand Attack
8
DPS
4.0 PWR 7 EN 0.5s DUR 14 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Dark
Payback
47.5
DPS
95.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR
Flying
Sky Attack STAB
40
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Air Slash (12 DPS), while Sand Attack generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Rookidee Pokemon GO
Rookidee
25 Candy
Corvisquire Pokemon GO
Corvisquire
Corvisquire Pokemon GO
Corvisquire
100 Candy
Corviknight Pokemon GO
Corviknight

Forms & Variants

Rookidee Pokemon GO
Rookidee
Shadow Rookidee Pokemon GO
Shadow Rookidee Shadow
Corvisquire Pokemon GO
Corvisquire
Shadow Corvisquire Pokemon GO
Shadow Corvisquire Shadow
Corviknight Pokemon GO
Corviknight
Shadow Corviknight Pokemon GO
Shadow Corviknight Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Rookidee as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Rookidee is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Rookidee returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Rookidee from raids would have 380 CP at level 20, or 476 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Rookidee

Shadow Rookidee can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Shadow Rookidee is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Rookidee knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Rookidee as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Shadow Rookidee Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Rookidee in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
14 – 576 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
14 – 623 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
353 – 390 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
439 – 485 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
353 – 390 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
267 – 295 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
353 – 390 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Rookidee from raids or eggs will show 380 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Rookidee is a Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 271. With its bulk spread of 67 Defense and 116 Stamina, Shadow Rookidee has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves when using Shadow Rookidee. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Rookidee's performance.

Shadow Rookidee's moves get a damage boost in Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy.

Should I Invest in Shadow Rookidee?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Shadow Rookidee is a Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 88/67/116 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 753. 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 Rookidee 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Shadow Rookidee in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Rookidee has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Shadow Rookidee for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.
What are Shadow Rookidee's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Rookidee is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Rookidee resists Ground, Bug, Fighting, Grass-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Rookidee effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Shadow Rookidee's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Rookidee's maximum CP is 753 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 666 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Shadow Rookidee's CP is calculated from its base stats: 88 Attack, 67 Defense, and 116 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Shadow Rookidee caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 380 CP, or 476 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Rookidee?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Rookidee has the following CP at key levels: 285 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 380 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 476 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 753 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Rookidee, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Rookidee ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Shadow Rookidee in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Rookidee can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.
Can Shadow Rookidee be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Rookidee's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Shadow Rookidee availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 10 CP
L5 89 CP
L10 190 CP
L15 285 CP
L20 380 CP
L25 476 CP
L30 571 CP
L35 619 CP
L40 666 CP
L50 753 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #821
Generation Gen 8
Region Galar
Height 0.20 m
Weight 1.80 kg
Buddy Distance 1.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 1,000 Dust / 1 Candy