Shadow Skarmory Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,383, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Skarmory good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Skarmory 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 2,383 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 Skarmory in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Skarmory 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 Skarmory's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Skarmory is a Steel/Flying-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Fire-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Skarmory, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Skarmory resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Skarmory's maximum CP is 2,383 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,108 at level 40. Its base stats are 148 Attack, 226 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 537. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Skarmory has 1204 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1506 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,383 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Skarmory showing 1204 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

Shadow Skarmory can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Skarmory from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Skarmory as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Skarmory be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Skarmory 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: Steel Wing Brave Bird

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Brave Bird costs 100 energy for 130 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Skarmory takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Fire1.6×

Resists

Bug0.39× Grass0.39× Poison0.39× Dragon0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Ground0.625× Normal0.625× Psychic0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 148

Defense 226

Stamina 163

Stat total: 537
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,204 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Skarmory is a Steel/Flying-type Pokémon (#227, Generation 2) that caps at 2,383 CP at level 50, built on 148/226/163 base stats — a defensive, bulky build that leans on its HP and Defense.

Defensively, it takes extra damage from Electric and Fire and resists Bug, Grass and Poison — worth remembering when you field it or plan a team around beating it.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Skarmory is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Skarmory moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Air Slash STAB	Flying	12	8	1.0s	12	8
Steel Wing Best STAB	Steel	14	8	1.0s	14	8

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Brave Bird Best STAB	Flying	130	100	2.0s	65	1.30
Flash Cannon STAB	Steel	100	100	2.5s	40	1.00
Sky Attack STAB	Flying	80	50	2.0s	40	1.60

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Air Slash	Flying	9	9	2	4.50	4.50
Steel Wing	Steel	7	5	1	7.00	5.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Brave Bird	Flying	130	55	2.36	Buff / debuff
Flash Cannon	Steel	110	65	1.69	—
Sky Attack	Flying	75	50	1.50	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Steel Wing (14 DPS); Air Slash builds energy fastest (8 EPS).

Evolution

Shadow Skarmory does not evolve.

Mega Evolution

Skarmory

300 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Skarmory

Family

Skarmory

Mega Skarmory Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Skarmory

How to get Shadow Skarmory

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Skarmory knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 5,000 Dust + 5 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	51	1,822
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	51	1,973
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,167	1,234
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,452	1,536
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,167	1,234
Research Encounter	Lv 15	883	933
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,167	1,234

Is Shadow Skarmory good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Skarmory 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 (226 Defense / 163 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 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 Snow and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	29
Lv 2	93
Lv 3	157
Lv 4	220
Lv 5	284
Lv 6	348
Lv 7	411
Lv 8	475
Lv 9	538
Lv 10	602
Lv 11	662
Lv 12	723
Lv 13	783

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	843
Lv 15	903
Lv 16	963
Lv 17	1,024
Lv 18	1,084
Lv 19	1,144
Lv 20	1,204
Lv 21	1,265
Lv 22	1,325
Lv 23	1,385
Lv 24	1,445
Lv 25	1,506
Lv 26	1,566

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,626
Lv 28	1,686
Lv 29	1,747
Lv 30	1,807
Lv 31	1,837
Lv 32	1,867
Lv 33	1,897
Lv 34	1,927
Lv 35	1,958
Lv 36	1,988
Lv 37	2,018
Lv 38	2,048
Lv 39	2,078

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,108
Lv 41	2,135
Lv 42	2,162
Lv 43	2,189
Lv 44	2,216
Lv 45	2,244
Lv 46	2,271
Lv 47	2,299
Lv 48	2,327
Lv 49	2,355
Lv 50	2,383

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0227
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.70 m
Weight: 50.50 kg
Buddy size: Flying
Family forms: 3 released forms
Game ID: V0227_POKEMON_SKARMORY_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Skarmory's best moveset is Steel Wing (fast) with Brave Bird (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Skarmory's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Skarmory takes super effective damage from Electric, Fire-type moves. It resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Skarmory reaches 2,383 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,108 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 Skarmory?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Skarmory shows 1,204 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,506 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 Skarmory in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Skarmory be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Skarmory 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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