Shadow Starmie Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,922, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Starmie good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Starmie 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 2,922 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 Starmie in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Starmie 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 Starmie's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Starmie's maximum CP is 2,922 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,584 at level 40. Its base stats are 210 Attack, 184 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 549. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Starmie has 1476 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1846 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,922 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Starmie showing 1476 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Starmie be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Starmie 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: Hidden Power Surf

Same-type attack bonus on Surf. Surf costs 50 energy for 60 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Starmie 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 210

Defense 184

Stamina 155

Stat total: 549
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,476 CP

Editor's notes

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

As a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon with 210/184/155 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Starmie is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Starmie moves

4 fast · 8 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Hidden Power Best	Normal	15	15	1.5s	10	10
Psywave STAB	Psychic	4	7	0.5s	8	14
Water Gun STAB	Water	5	5	0.5s	10	10
Tackle Elite	Normal	5	5	0.5s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Aqua Jet STAB	Water	45	33	2.5s	18	1.36
Hydro Pump STAB	Water	135	100	3.5s	38.6	1.35
Ice Beam	Ice	95	50	3.5s	27.1	1.90
Power Gem	Rock	80	50	3.0s	26.7	1.60
Psybeam STAB	Psychic	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30
Psychic STAB	Psychic	95	50	3.0s	31.7	1.90
Surf Best STAB	Water	60	50	1.5s	40	1.20
Thunder	Electric	100	100	2.5s	40	1.00

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Hidden Power	Normal	9	8	2	4.50	4.00
Psywave	Psychic	3	4	—	—	—
Water Gun	Water	3	3	—	—	—
Tackle	Normal	3	3	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Aqua Jet	Water	70	40	1.75	—
Hydro Pump	Water	130	75	1.73	—
Ice Beam	Ice	90	55	1.64	—
Power Gem	Rock	85	50	1.70	—
Psybeam	Psychic	70	60	1.17	—
Psychic	Psychic	75	55	1.36	Buff / debuff
Surf	Water	75	45	1.67	—
Thunder	Electric	100	60	1.67	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Hidden Power (10 DPS); Psywave builds energy fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Staryu 50 Candy

Starmie

Mega Evolution

Starmie

300 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Starmie

Family

Staryu

Starmie

Mega Starmie Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Staryu Shadow Starmie

How to get Shadow Starmie

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Starmie 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	64	2,234
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	64	2,418
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,439	1,513
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,791	1,883
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,439	1,513
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,088	1,144
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,439	1,513

Is Shadow Starmie good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Starmie 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 (210), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 8 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	114
Lv 3	192
Lv 4	270
Lv 5	348
Lv 6	426
Lv 7	504
Lv 8	582
Lv 9	660
Lv 10	738
Lv 11	812
Lv 12	886
Lv 13	960

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,034
Lv 15	1,107
Lv 16	1,181
Lv 17	1,255
Lv 18	1,329
Lv 19	1,403
Lv 20	1,476
Lv 21	1,550
Lv 22	1,624
Lv 23	1,698
Lv 24	1,772
Lv 25	1,846
Lv 26	1,920

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,994
Lv 28	2,067
Lv 29	2,141
Lv 30	2,215
Lv 31	2,252
Lv 32	2,289
Lv 33	2,326
Lv 34	2,363
Lv 35	2,400
Lv 36	2,437
Lv 37	2,474
Lv 38	2,510
Lv 39	2,547

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,584
Lv 41	2,617
Lv 42	2,650
Lv 43	2,683
Lv 44	2,717
Lv 45	2,750
Lv 46	2,784
Lv 47	2,818
Lv 48	2,853
Lv 49	2,887
Lv 50	2,922

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0121
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.10 m
Weight: 80.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0121_POKEMON_STARMIE_SHADOW

FAQ

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

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

What are Shadow Starmie's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Starmie 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 Starmie's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Starmie reaches 2,922 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,584 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 Starmie?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Starmie shows 1,476 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,846 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 Starmie in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Starmie be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Starmie 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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