Shadow Vulpix Pokemon GO — Max CP 998, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Vulpix good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Vulpix 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 998 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 Vulpix in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Vulpix 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 Vulpix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Shadow Vulpix's maximum CP is 998 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 883 at level 40. Its base stats are 96 Attack, 109 Defense, and 116 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 321. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Vulpix has 504 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 631 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 998 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Vulpix showing 504 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Vulpix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Vulpix 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: Ember Weather Ball Fire

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Weather Ball Fire costs 33 energy for 55 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Vulpix 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 96

Defense 109

Stamina 116

Stat total: 321
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 504 CP

Editor's notes

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

As a Fire-type Pokémon with 96/109/116 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Vulpix is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Vulpix moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Ember Best STAB	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10
Quick Attack	Normal	10	13	1.0s	10	13

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Body Slam	Normal	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	33	4.0s	17.5	2.12
Flamethrower STAB	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30
Weather Ball Fire Best STAB	Fire	55	33	1.5s	36.7	1.67

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00
Quick Attack	Normal	5	8	1	5.00	8.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Body Slam	Normal	55	35	1.57	—
Flame Charge	Fire	65	50	1.30	Buff / debuff
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—
Weather Ball Fire	Fire	60	35	1.71	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Ember (10 DPS); Quick Attack builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Vulpix 50 Candy

Ninetales

Vulpix (Alola) 50 Candy

Ninetales (Alola)

Family

Vulpix

Ninetales

Vulpix (Alola) Alola

Ninetales (Alola) Alola

Shadow forms Shadow Vulpix Shadow Ninetales

How to get Shadow Vulpix

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Vulpix 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	19	763
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	19	826
Raid Catch	Lv 20	474	517
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	590	643
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	474	517
Research Encounter	Lv 15	359	391
GO Battle League	Lv 20	474	517

Is Shadow Vulpix good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Vulpix 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 (109 Defense / 116 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 4 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	12
Lv 2	39
Lv 3	65
Lv 4	92
Lv 5	119
Lv 6	145
Lv 7	172
Lv 8	199
Lv 9	225
Lv 10	252
Lv 11	277
Lv 12	303
Lv 13	328

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	353
Lv 15	378
Lv 16	403
Lv 17	429
Lv 18	454
Lv 19	479
Lv 20	504
Lv 21	530
Lv 22	555
Lv 23	580
Lv 24	605
Lv 25	631
Lv 26	656

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	681
Lv 28	706
Lv 29	732
Lv 30	757
Lv 31	770
Lv 32	782
Lv 33	795
Lv 34	807
Lv 35	820
Lv 36	833
Lv 37	845
Lv 38	858
Lv 39	870

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	883
Lv 41	894
Lv 42	906
Lv 43	917
Lv 44	928
Lv 45	940
Lv 46	951
Lv 47	963
Lv 48	975
Lv 49	987
Lv 50	998

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0037
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.60 m
Weight: 9.90 kg
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0037_POKEMON_VULPIX_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Vulpix's best moveset is Ember (fast) with Weather Ball Fire (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Vulpix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Vulpix 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 Vulpix's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Vulpix reaches 998 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 883 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 Vulpix?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Vulpix shows 504 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 631 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 Vulpix in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Vulpix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Vulpix 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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