Shadow Slowbro Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,877, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Slowbro good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slowbro 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 2,877 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 Slowbro in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slowbro 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 Slowbro's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Slowbro's maximum CP is 2,877 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,545 at level 40. Its base stats are 177 Attack, 180 Defense, and 216 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 573. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Slowbro has 1454 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1817 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,877 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Slowbro showing 1454 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Slowbro be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Slowbro 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: Confusion Surf

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Surf is an Elite TM move. Surf costs 50 energy for 60 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Slowbro takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Bug1.6× Dark1.6× Electric1.6× Ghost1.6× Grass1.6×

Resists

Fighting0.625× Fire0.625× Ice0.625× Psychic0.625× Steel0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 177

Defense 180

Stamina 216

Stat total: 573
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,454 CP

Shadow Slowbro moves

2 fast · 6 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Confusion Best STAB	Psychic	19	14	1.5s	12.7	9.3
Water Gun STAB	Water	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Drain Punch	Fighting	50	33	2.5s	20	1.52
Ice Beam	Ice	95	50	3.5s	27.1	1.90
Psychic STAB	Psychic	95	50	3.0s	31.7	1.90
Scald STAB	Water	75	50	3.5s	21.4	1.50
Water Pulse STAB	Water	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30
Surf Best STAB Elite	Water	60	50	1.5s	40	1.20

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Confusion	Psychic	16	14	3	5.33	4.67
Water Gun	Water	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Drain Punch	Fighting	40	40	1.00	Buff / debuff
Ice Beam	Ice	90	55	1.64	—
Psychic	Psychic	75	55	1.36	Buff / debuff
Scald	Water	85	50	1.70	Buff / debuff
Water Pulse	Water	80	50	1.60	—
Surf	Water	75	45	1.67	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Confusion (12.7 DPS); Water Gun builds energy fastest (10 EPS). Surf is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Slowpoke

50 Candy

Slowbro

Slowpoke (2020)

50 Candy

Slowbro (2021)

Slowpoke (Galarian)

50 Candy

Slowbro (Galarian)

Slowpoke

50 Candy King's Rock

Slowking

Slowpoke (2020)

50 Candy King's Rock

Slowking (2022)

Slowpoke (Galarian)

50 Candy

Slowking (Galarian)

Mega Evolution

Slowbro

100 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Slowbro

Family

Slowpoke

Slowbro

Slowpoke (Galarian) Galarian

Slowbro (Galarian) Galarian

Slowking

Slowking (Galarian) Galarian

Mega Slowbro Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Slowpoke Shadow Slowbro Shadow Slowking

How to get Shadow Slowbro

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Slowbro 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	63	2,199
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	63	2,381
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,417	1,490
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,763	1,854
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,417	1,490
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,071	1,127
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,417	1,490

Is Shadow Slowbro good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Slowbro 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 (180 Defense / 216 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 6 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy 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	36
Lv 2	112
Lv 3	189
Lv 4	266
Lv 5	343
Lv 6	420
Lv 7	496
Lv 8	573
Lv 9	650
Lv 10	727
Lv 11	800
Lv 12	872
Lv 13	945

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,018
Lv 15	1,090
Lv 16	1,163
Lv 17	1,236
Lv 18	1,308
Lv 19	1,381
Lv 20	1,454
Lv 21	1,527
Lv 22	1,599
Lv 23	1,672
Lv 24	1,745
Lv 25	1,817
Lv 26	1,890

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,963
Lv 28	2,036
Lv 29	2,108
Lv 30	2,181
Lv 31	2,218
Lv 32	2,254
Lv 33	2,290
Lv 34	2,327
Lv 35	2,363
Lv 36	2,399
Lv 37	2,436
Lv 38	2,472
Lv 39	2,508

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,545
Lv 41	2,577
Lv 42	2,609
Lv 43	2,642
Lv 44	2,675
Lv 45	2,708
Lv 46	2,742
Lv 47	2,775
Lv 48	2,809
Lv 49	2,843
Lv 50	2,877

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0080
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.60 m
Weight: 78.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 10 released forms
Game ID: V0080_POKEMON_SLOWBRO_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Slowbro's best moveset is Confusion (fast) with Surf (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Slowbro's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Slowbro takes super effective damage from Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass-type moves. It resists Fighting, Fire, Ice, Psychic, Steel, Water, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Slowbro reaches 2,877 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,545 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 Slowbro?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Slowbro shows 1,454 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,817 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 Slowbro in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Slowbro be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Slowbro 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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