Shadow Slaking Pokemon GO — Max CP 5,010, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Slaking good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slaking 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 5,010 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 Slaking in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slaking 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 Slaking's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slaking is a Normal-type Pokemon weak to Fighting-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Slaking, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Slaking resists Ghost-type moves.

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

Shadow Slaking's maximum CP is 5,010 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 4,431 at level 40. Its base stats are 290 Attack, 166 Defense, and 284 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 740. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Slaking has 2532 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 3165 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 5,010 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Slaking showing 2532 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Slaking be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Slaking 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: Yawn Earthquake

Same-type attack bonus on Yawn. Earthquake costs 100 energy for 140 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Slaking takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fighting1.6×

Resists

Ghost0.39×

Base stats

Attack 290

Defense 166

Stamina 284

Stat total: 740
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 2,532 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Slaking is not a GO Battle League staple, but it still has a place for collectors and raiders.

As a Normal-type Pokémon with 290/166/284 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Slaking is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Slaking moves

1 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Yawn Best STAB	Normal	0	13	1.5s	0	8.7

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Earthquake Best	Ground	140	100	3.5s	40	1.40
Hyper Beam STAB	Normal	150	100	4.0s	37.5	1.50
Play Rough	Fairy	90	50	3.0s	30	1.80
Body Slam STAB Elite	Normal	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Yawn	Normal	0	12	3	0.00	4.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Earthquake	Ground	120	65	1.85	—
Hyper Beam	Normal	150	80	1.88	—
Play Rough	Fairy	90	60	1.50	—
Body Slam	Normal	55	35	1.57	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Yawn (0 DPS); Yawn builds energy fastest (8.7 EPS). Body Slam is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Slakoth 25 Candy

Vigoroth 100 Candy

Slaking

Family

Slakoth

Vigoroth

Slaking

Shadow forms Shadow Slakoth Shadow Vigoroth Shadow Slaking

How to get Shadow Slaking

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Slaking 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	114	3,830
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	114	4,146
Raid Catch	Lv 20	2,496	2,595
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	3,105	3,228
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	2,496	2,595
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,887	1,962
GO Battle League	Lv 20	2,496	2,595

Is Shadow Slaking good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Slaking 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.

Attack is its highest stat (290), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 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 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	62
Lv 2	196
Lv 3	330
Lv 4	463
Lv 5	597
Lv 6	731
Lv 7	865
Lv 8	999
Lv 9	1,132
Lv 10	1,266
Lv 11	1,393
Lv 12	1,519
Lv 13	1,646

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,772
Lv 15	1,899
Lv 16	2,025
Lv 17	2,152
Lv 18	2,279
Lv 19	2,405
Lv 20	2,532
Lv 21	2,658
Lv 22	2,785
Lv 23	2,912
Lv 24	3,038
Lv 25	3,165
Lv 26	3,292

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	3,418
Lv 28	3,545
Lv 29	3,672
Lv 30	3,798
Lv 31	3,862
Lv 32	3,925
Lv 33	3,988
Lv 34	4,051
Lv 35	4,115
Lv 36	4,178
Lv 37	4,241
Lv 38	4,305
Lv 39	4,368

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	4,431
Lv 41	4,487
Lv 42	4,544
Lv 43	4,601
Lv 44	4,658
Lv 45	4,716
Lv 46	4,774
Lv 47	4,832
Lv 48	4,891
Lv 49	4,950
Lv 50	5,010

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0289
Form: Shadow
Height: 2.01 m
Weight: 130.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0289_POKEMON_SLAKING_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Slaking's best moveset is Yawn (fast) with Earthquake (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Slaking's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slaking takes super effective damage from Fighting-type moves. It resists Ghost, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Slaking reaches 5,010 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 4,431 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 Slaking?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Slaking shows 2,532 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 3,165 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 Slaking in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Slaking be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Slaking 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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