#0492 Mythical Land

Shaymin (Land)

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

Grass
Max CP 3,691 Zen Headbutt + Seed Flare Sunny
Darkrai | Victini
Shaymin (Land) Pokemon GO sprite

Shaymin (Land) is a Mythical Grass-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#492, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,691 and base stats of 210/210/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shaymin (Land) has a total stat product of 645.

Shaymin (Land) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves. It resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks. Shaymin (Land) is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,691
Lv.40: 3,265 Lv.50: 3,691
Attack 210
Defense 210
Stamina 225
Total 645
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy
Grass type

Type Chart

Weak to
Bug
Bug
+60%
Fire
Fire
+60%
Flying
Flying
+60%
Ice
Ice
+60%
Poison
Poison
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Normal
Hidden Power
10
DPS
15.0 PWR 15 EN 1.5s DUR 10 EPS Partly Cloudy
Psychic
Zen Headbutt
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Grass
Energy Ball STAB Buff
22.5
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR
Grass
Grass Knot STAB
36
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
Seed Flare STAB Buff
46
DPS
115.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
Solar Beam STAB
36
DPS
180.0 PWR 100 EN 5.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Zen Headbutt (11 DPS), while Hidden Power generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).

Forms & Variants

Shaymin (Land) Pokemon GO
Shaymin (Land) Land
Shaymin (Sky) Pokemon GO
Shaymin (Sky) Sky

Raid Guide

Shaymin (Land) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Shaymin (Land) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shaymin (Land) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shaymin (Land) from raids would have 1865 CP at level 20, or 2332 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Shaymin (Land)

Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
31.7 DPS
#1
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
31.3 DPS
#2
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
30.5 DPS
#3
Shadow Salamence
Shadow Salamence
Fire Fang + Fly
29.9 DPS
#4
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
29.9 DPS
#5
Mega Rayquaza
Mega Rayquaza
Air Slash + Hurricane
29.4 DPS
#6
Shadow Toucannon
Shadow Toucannon
Peck + 490
29.1 DPS
#7
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Gust + Bleakwind Storm
28.9 DPS
#8
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
28.7 DPS
#9
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
28.1 DPS
#10

Shaymin (Land) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Shaymin (Land)

Shaymin (Land) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Shaymin (Land) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Shaymin (Land) Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
83 – 2,822 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
83 – 3,055 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,276 – 2,379 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,383 – 1,446 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP

A 100% IV Shaymin (Land) from raids or eggs will show 1,865 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Shaymin (Land) is a Grass-type Pokemon with a stat total of 645. With its bulk spread of 210 Defense and 225 Stamina, Shaymin (Land) has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves when using Shaymin (Land). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shaymin (Land)'s performance.

Shaymin (Land)'s moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shaymin (Land) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Shaymin (Land)?

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
Shaymin (Land) is a Grass-type Pokemon with base stats of 210/210/225 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,691. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Shaymin (Land) 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 Shaymin (Land) in Pokemon GO?
Shaymin (Land) has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Shaymin (Land) 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 Shaymin (Land)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Shaymin (Land) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves. On the other hand, Shaymin (Land) resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Shaymin (Land) 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 Shaymin (Land)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Shaymin (Land)'s maximum CP is 3,691 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,265 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. Shaymin (Land)'s CP is calculated from its base stats: 210 Attack, 210 Defense, and 225 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 Shaymin (Land) caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,865 CP, or 2,332 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Shaymin (Land)?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shaymin (Land) has the following CP at key levels: 1,399 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,865 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,332 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,691 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Shaymin (Land), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Shaymin (Land) 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 Shaymin (Land) in Pokemon GO?
Shaymin (Land) can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.
Can Shaymin (Land) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Shaymin (Land)'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 Shaymin (Land) availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 46 CP
L5 440 CP
L10 933 CP
L15 1,399 CP
L20 1,865 CP
L25 2,332 CP
L30 2,799 CP
L35 3,032 CP
L40 3,265 CP
L50 3,691 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #492
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 0.20 m
Weight 2.10 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy