Best counters
Ranked by DPS against Shadow Inkay. Tap a row for full stats.
Stats & weaknesses
- Raid tier
- 1-Star
- Weather boost
- Fog, Windy
- Shiny available
- Yes
- Base Attack
- 98
- Base Defense
- 95
- Base Stamina
- 142
Weak to — use these types
Resists — avoid these types
Catch CP after the raid
The CP you will see on the encounter screen.
| IVs | Lv 20 CP | Lv 25 CP (weather) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 / 10 / 10 floor | 499 | 620 |
| 15 / 15 / 15 100% | 543 | 675 |
Raid guide
How the fight goes and what to bring.
Do not bring Psychic damage — Shadow Inkay resists it and your lobby will run out of time before it runs out of HP. Everything in the counter list above already hits for super effective damage, so pick the six highest entries you actually own and power up.
In Fog, Windy weather the boss hits harder and survives longer, but the catch encounter is level 25 instead of 20 — a harder fight for a better reward. Bring one extra trainer on boosted runs.
On the catch screen, use Golden Razz Berries and aim for Excellent curveball throws; the shiny check happens the moment the encounter loads, so you will know before your first throw.
FAQ
How many trainers do I need to beat Shadow Inkay?
Shadow Inkay can be beaten by 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. 4+ is comfortable, and 5–6 is the safe number in a public lobby where you cannot see anyone's team.
Can Shadow Inkay be shiny?
Yes — shiny Shadow Inkay is available from raid encounters. The rate for legendary raids is roughly 1 in 20. Use a Pinap Berry if you already have the shiny and want the extra candy.
What weather boosts Shadow Inkay?
Shadow Inkay is boosted in Fog, Windy weather. The raid is harder because the boss's moves gain a 1.2× multiplier, but the catch is level 25 instead of level 20 and the IV floor rises to 4/4/4.
Is Shadow Inkay worth raiding?
Shadow Inkay is a lower-tier boss you can solo or clear with one friend. It is good for candy, XP and a high-IV specimen, but it does not justify Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Shadow Inkay?
The counter list on this page is for beating Shadow Inkay. For the moves Shadow Inkay should use as your attacker, open its full stats page — it lists every fast and charged move with raid DPS and PvP rankings.