Shadow Seel Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,098, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Seel good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Seel 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 1,098 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 Seel in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Seel 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 Seel's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Seel is a Water-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Grass-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Seel, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Seel resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves.

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

Shadow Seel's maximum CP is 1,098 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 971 at level 40. Its base stats are 85 Attack, 121 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 369. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Seel has 555 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 694 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,098 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Seel showing 555 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Seel be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Seel 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: Ice Shard Aqua Tail

Same-type attack bonus on Aqua Tail. Aqua Tail costs 33 energy for 50 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Seel takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Grass1.6×

Resists

Fire0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 85

Defense 121

Stamina 163

Stat total: 369
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 555 CP

Editor's notes

What Shadow Seel's stats tell us

With base stats of 85 Attack, 121 Defense and 163 Stamina (a total of 369), Shadow Seel has a defensive, bulky build that leans on its HP and Defense. That puts its ceiling at a max CP of 1,098 at level 50.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Seel is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Seel moves

3 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Ice Shard Best	Ice	10	10	1.0s	10	10
Lick	Ghost	5	6	0.5s	10	12
Water Gun STAB Elite	Water	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Aqua Tail Best STAB	Water	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Aurora Beam	Ice	80	50	3.5s	22.9	1.60
Icy Wind	Ice	65	33	3.5s	18.6	1.97
Aqua Jet STAB Elite	Water	45	33	2.5s	18	1.36

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Ice Shard	Ice	9	10	2	4.50	5.00
Lick	Ghost	3	3	—	—	—
Water Gun	Water	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Aqua Tail	Water	55	35	1.57	—
Aurora Beam	Ice	80	60	1.33	—
Icy Wind	Ice	60	45	1.33	Buff / debuff
Aqua Jet	Water	70	40	1.75	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Ice Shard (10 DPS); Lick builds energy fastest (12 EPS). Aqua Jet is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Seel 50 Candy

Dewgong

Family

Seel

Dewgong

Shadow forms Shadow Seel Shadow Dewgong

How to get Shadow Seel

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Seel 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	21	839
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	21	909
Raid Catch	Lv 20	523	569
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	650	708
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	523	569
Research Encounter	Lv 15	395	430
GO Battle League	Lv 20	523	569

Is Shadow Seel good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Seel 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 (121 Defense / 163 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 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	13
Lv 2	43
Lv 3	72
Lv 4	101
Lv 5	131
Lv 6	160
Lv 7	189
Lv 8	219
Lv 9	248
Lv 10	277
Lv 11	305
Lv 12	333
Lv 13	360

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	388
Lv 15	416
Lv 16	444
Lv 17	472
Lv 18	499
Lv 19	527
Lv 20	555
Lv 21	583
Lv 22	610
Lv 23	638
Lv 24	666
Lv 25	694
Lv 26	721

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	749
Lv 28	777
Lv 29	805
Lv 30	833
Lv 31	846
Lv 32	860
Lv 33	874
Lv 34	888
Lv 35	902
Lv 36	916
Lv 37	930
Lv 38	944
Lv 39	957

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	971
Lv 41	984
Lv 42	996
Lv 43	1,009
Lv 44	1,021
Lv 45	1,034
Lv 46	1,046
Lv 47	1,059
Lv 48	1,072
Lv 49	1,085
Lv 50	1,098

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0086
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.10 m
Weight: 90.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 4 released forms
Game ID: V0086_POKEMON_SEEL_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Seel's best moveset is Ice Shard (fast) with Aqua Tail (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Seel's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Seel takes super effective damage from Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Seel's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Seel reaches 1,098 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 971 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 Seel?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Seel shows 555 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 694 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 Seel in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Seel be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Seel 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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