Shadow Torchic Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,236, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Torchic good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Torchic 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 1,236 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 Torchic in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Torchic 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 Torchic's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Torchic is a Fire-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Torchic, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Torchic resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Torchic's maximum CP is 1,236 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,093 at level 40. Its base stats are 130 Attack, 87 Defense, and 128 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 345. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Torchic has 624 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 781 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,236 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Torchic showing 624 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Torchic be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Torchic 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: Scratch Flamethrower

Same-type attack bonus on Flamethrower. Flamethrower costs 50 energy for 65 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Torchic takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 130

Defense 87

Stamina 128

Stat total: 345
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 624 CP

Editor's notes

Is Shadow Torchic worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Shadow Torchic is a Fire-type Pokémon that caps at 1,236 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Torchic is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Torchic moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Ember STAB	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10
Scratch Best	Normal	6	4	0.5s	12	8

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	33	4.0s	17.5	2.12
Flamethrower Best STAB	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30
Rock Tomb	Rock	65	50	3.0s	21.7	1.30

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00
Scratch	Normal	4	2	—	—	—

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Flame Charge	Fire	65	50	1.30	Buff / debuff
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—
Rock Tomb	Rock	75	50	1.50	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Scratch (12 DPS); Ember builds energy fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Torchic 25 Candy

Combusken 100 Candy

Blaziken

Mega Evolution

Blaziken

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Blaziken

Family

Torchic

Combusken

Blaziken

Mega Blaziken Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Torchic Shadow Combusken Shadow Blaziken

How to get Shadow Torchic

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Torchic 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	25	945
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	25	1,023
Raid Catch	Lv 20	592	640
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	737	796
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	592	640
Research Encounter	Lv 15	448	484
GO Battle League	Lv 20	592	640

Is Shadow Torchic good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Torchic 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 (130), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 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 Sunny weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	15
Lv 2	48
Lv 3	81
Lv 4	114
Lv 5	147
Lv 6	180
Lv 7	213
Lv 8	246
Lv 9	279
Lv 10	312
Lv 11	343
Lv 12	375
Lv 13	406

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	437
Lv 15	468
Lv 16	500
Lv 17	531
Lv 18	562
Lv 19	593
Lv 20	624
Lv 21	656
Lv 22	687
Lv 23	718
Lv 24	750
Lv 25	781
Lv 26	812

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	843
Lv 28	875
Lv 29	906
Lv 30	937
Lv 31	953
Lv 32	968
Lv 33	984
Lv 34	1,000
Lv 35	1,015
Lv 36	1,031
Lv 37	1,046
Lv 38	1,062
Lv 39	1,078

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,093
Lv 41	1,107
Lv 42	1,121
Lv 43	1,135
Lv 44	1,149
Lv 45	1,164
Lv 46	1,178
Lv 47	1,192
Lv 48	1,207
Lv 49	1,221
Lv 50	1,236

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0255
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.41 m
Weight: 2.50 kg
Family forms: 7 released forms
Game ID: V0255_POKEMON_TORCHIC_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Torchic's best moveset is Scratch (fast) with Flamethrower (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Torchic's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Torchic takes super effective damage from Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Torchic reaches 1,236 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,093 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 Torchic?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Torchic shows 624 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 781 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 Torchic in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Torchic be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Torchic 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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