#0396 Shadow

Shadow Starly

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

Normal Flying
Max CP 813 Quick Attack + Brave Bird Partly cloudy Windy
Empoleon | Staravia
Shadow Starly Pokemon GO sprite Shadow

Shadow Starly is a Normal/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#396, Generation 4). With a max CP of 813 and base stats of 101/58/120 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Starly has a total stat product of 279.

Shadow Starly is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Ghost, Ground, Bug, Grass-type attacks. Shadow Starly is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
813
Lv.40: 719 Lv.50: 813
Attack 101
Defense 58
Stamina 120
Total 279
Buddy 1.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy
Normal type

Type Chart

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

Moves

Fast Moves

Normal
Quick Attack STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Partly Cloudy
Ground
Sand Attack
8
DPS
4.0 PWR 7 EN 0.5s DUR 14 EPS Sunny
Normal
Tackle STAB
10
DPS
5.0 PWR 5 EN 0.5s DUR 10 EPS Partly Cloudy

Charged Moves

Flying
Aerial Ace STAB
22
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Flying
Brave Bird STAB Buff
65
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR
Flying
Fly STAB
45
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Quick Attack (10 DPS), while Sand Attack generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Starly Pokemon GO
Starly
25 Candy
Staravia Pokemon GO
Staravia
Staravia Pokemon GO
Staravia
100 Candy
Staraptor Pokemon GO
Staraptor

Forms & Variants

Starly Pokemon GO
Starly
Shadow Starly Pokemon GO
Shadow Starly Shadow
Staravia Pokemon GO
Staravia
Shadow Staravia Pokemon GO
Shadow Staravia Shadow
Staraptor Pokemon GO
Staraptor
Shadow Staraptor Pokemon GO
Shadow Staraptor Shadow

Raid Guide

Shadow Starly as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shadow Starly is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Starly returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Starly from raids would have 410 CP at level 20, or 513 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Shadow Starly

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

A Shadow version of Shadow Starly is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Starly 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 Starly as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Shadow Starly Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
15 – 621 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
15 – 673 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
381 – 421 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
474 – 524 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
381 – 421 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
288 – 318 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
381 – 421 CP

A 100% IV Shadow Starly from raids or eggs will show 410 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shadow Starly is a Normal/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 279. With its bulk spread of 58 Defense and 120 Stamina, Shadow Starly has solid survivability in battles.

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

Shadow Starly's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and 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. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Starly much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shadow Starly?

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 Starly is a Normal/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 101/58/120 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 813. 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 Starly 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 Starly in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Starly has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Shadow Starly 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 Starly's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Starly is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Shadow Starly resists Ghost, Ground, Bug, Grass-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shadow Starly 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 Starly's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Starly's maximum CP is 813 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 719 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 Starly's CP is calculated from its base stats: 101 Attack, 58 Defense, and 120 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 Starly caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 410 CP, or 513 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Starly?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Starly has the following CP at key levels: 308 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 410 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 513 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 813 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shadow Starly, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shadow Starly 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 Starly in Pokemon GO?
Shadow Starly can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.
Can Shadow Starly be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shadow Starly'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 Starly availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 10 CP
L5 97 CP
L10 205 CP
L15 308 CP
L20 410 CP
L25 513 CP
L30 616 CP
L35 667 CP
L40 719 CP
L50 813 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #396
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 0.30 m
Weight 2.00 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