Shadow Starmie
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Shadow Starmie is a Water and Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,584 CP and is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, and Grass-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Water Gun / Surf. It is boosted by Rain and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.
Shadow Starmie Stats and Max CP
Shadow Starmie's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis
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Shadow Starmie Type Chart
Shadow Starmie takes increased damage from:
Bug160.0%
Dark160.0%
Electric160.0%
Ghost160.0%
Grass160.0%
Shadow Starmie takes reduced damage from:
Fighting62.5%
Fire62.5%
Ice62.5%Psychic62.5%
Steel62.5%Water62.5%Shadow Starmie best moveset
Fast Attacks
Tackle *
5
5
0.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
Rock
Steel
- 39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 5 Energy 5 Weather boost 
Partly Cloudy
Duration 0.5s Damage window 0.3s - 0.5s Trainer Battles Damage 3 Energy 3 Effects Tackle has no special effects.See Tackle details page ↗ - Hidden Power15151.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
- Rock
- Steel
- 39.1%
- Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 15 Energy 15 Weather boost - Partly Cloudy
Duration 1.5s Damage window 1.1s - 1.4s Trainer Battles Damage 9 Energy 8 Effects Hidden Power has no special effects.See Hidden Power details page ↗ 
Psywave470.5sType effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Fighting
Poison
- 62.5%
- Steel
Psychic
- 39.1%
Dark
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 4 Energy 7 Weather boost 
Windy
Duration 0.5s Damage window 0.3s - 0.6s Trainer Battles Damage 3 Energy 4 Effects Psywave has no special effects.See Psywave details page ↗ 
Water Gun550.5sType effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Ground- Rock
Fire
- 62.5%
Water
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 5 Energy 5 Weather boost 
Rain
Duration 0.5s Damage window 0.3s - 0.5s Trainer Battles Damage 3 Energy 3 Effects Water Gun has no special effects.See Water Gun details page ↗
Charged Attacks
Thunder1001002.5sType effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Water
- 62.5%
- Grass
Electric- Dragon
- 39.1%
- Ground
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 100 Energy 100 Weather boost - Rain
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.3s - 2.3s Trainer Battles Damage 100 Energy 60 Effects Thunder has no special effects.See Thunder details page ↗ 
Ice Beam95503.5sType effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Ground
- Grass
- Dragon
- 62.5%
- Steel
- Fire
- Water
Ice
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 95 Energy 50 Weather boost 
Snow
Duration 3.5s Damage window 1.5s - 3.0s Trainer Battles Damage 90 Energy 55 Effects Ice Beam has no special effects.See Ice Beam details page ↗ - Frustration10332.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
- Rock
- Steel
- 39.1%
- Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 10 Energy 33 Weather boost - Partly Cloudy
Duration 2.0s Damage window 1.0s - 1.8s Trainer Battles Damage 10 Energy 70 Effects Frustration has no special effects.See Frustration details page ↗ - Psychic95503.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Fighting
- Poison
- 62.5%
- Steel
- Psychic
- 39.1%
- Dark
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 95 Energy 50 Weather boost - Windy
Duration 3.0s Damage window 1.5s - 2.8s Trainer Battles Damage 75 Energy 55 Effects 
SpecialPsychic has a 10.0% chance to:
- Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
See Psychic details page ↗ - Psybeam65503.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Fighting
- Poison
- 62.5%
- Steel
- Psychic
- 39.1%
- Dark
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 65 Energy 50 Weather boost - Windy
Duration 3.0s Damage window 1.1s - 2.5s Trainer Battles Damage 70 Energy 60 Effects Psybeam has no special effects.See Psybeam details page ↗ 
Power Gem80503.0sType effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Bug- Fire
- Ice
- 62.5%
- Fighting
- Ground
- Steel
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 80 Energy 50 Weather boost - Partly Cloudy
Duration 3.0s Damage window 2.0s - 2.8s Trainer Battles Damage 85 Energy 50 Effects Power Gem has no special effects.See Power Gem details page ↗ - Hydro Pump1351003.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Ground
- Rock
- Fire
- 62.5%
- Water
- Grass
- Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 135 Energy 100 Weather boost - Rain
Duration 3.5s Damage window 1.1s - 3.2s Trainer Battles Damage 130 Energy 75 Effects Hydro Pump has no special effects.See Hydro Pump details page ↗ - Surf60501.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Ground
- Rock
- Fire
- 62.5%
- Water
- Grass
- Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 60 Energy 50 Weather boost - Rain
Duration 1.5s Damage window 1.2s - 1.4s Trainer Battles Damage 75 Energy 45 Effects Surf has no special effects.See Surf details page ↗ - Aqua Jet45332.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
- Ground
- Rock
- Fire
- 62.5%
- Water
- Grass
- Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 45 Energy 33 Weather boost - Rain
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.6s - 2.0s Trainer Battles Damage 70 Energy 40 Effects Aqua Jet has no special effects.See Aqua Jet details page ↗
More information
The following chart shows Shadow Starmie's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Starmie's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.
Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Starmie has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Shadow Starmie CP Chart
Shadow Starmie reaches a maximum of 2,584 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,348–1,476 CP, rising to 1,685–1,846 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,053–1,107 CP.
 Max CP | 2584 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 1053 CP - 1107 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1404 CP - 1476 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1348 CP - 1476 CP |
| Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs | |
| 1685 CP - 1846 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs |
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- Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
- Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
- Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
- Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.
Max Combat Power per Level chart
Shadow Starmie Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36 CP | 2 | 114 CP | 3 | 192 CP |
| 4 | 270 CP | 5 | 348 CP | 6 | 426 CP |
| 7 | 504 CP | 8 | 582 CP | 9 | 660 CP |
| 10 | 738 CP | 11 | 812 CP | 12 | 886 CP |
| 13 | 960 CP | 14 | 1034 CP | 15 | 1107 CP |
| 16 | 1181 CP | 17 | 1255 CP | 18 | 1329 CP |
| 19 | 1403 CP | 20 | 1476 CP | 21 | 1550 CP |
| 22 | 1624 CP | 23 | 1698 CP | 24 | 1772 CP |
| 25 | 1846 CP | 26 | 1920 CP | 27 | 1994 CP |
| 28 | 2067 CP | 29 | 2141 CP | 30 | 2215 CP |
| 31 | 2252 CP | 32 | 2289 CP | 33 | 2326 CP |
| 34 | 2363 CP | 35 | 2400 CP | 36 | 2437 CP |
| 37 | 2474 CP | 38 | 2510 CP | 39 | 2547 CP |
| 40 | 2584 CP | 41 | 2617 CP | 42 | 2650 CP |
| 43 | 2683 CP | 44 | 2717 CP | 45 | 2750 CP |
| 46 | 2784 CP | 47 | 2818 CP | 48 | 2853 CP |
| 49 | 2887 CP | 50 | 2922 CP |
Pokédex information
| Pokédex Number | #121 |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Region | Generation 1 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards |  5 950 |
| Additional Move Cost | 5050000 |
| Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy |  15 Mega Energy |
Evolution Chart
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
 Staryu |
|  Starmie |
| Starmie |
|  Mega Starmie |
- Staryu evolves into Starmie which costs 50 Candy.
- Starmie can transform into Mega Starmie through Mega Evolution. This costs 300 energy the first time and 60 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Starmie
| Purification cost | 3 Candy |
|---|---|
| 3000 Stardust | |
| Shadow Charged Attack | Frustration |
| Purified Charged Attack | Return |
Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Starmie
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Starmie's Water and Psychic-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Starmie.
Water
Psychic
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Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.
Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.
Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza- Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
- Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
- Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.
Power-up costs
| Stardust | Candy | Candy XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL 50 | 624,000 | 406  | 360  |
| LVL 40 | 336,000 | 406 | 12 |
| LVL 35 | 228,000 | 274 | - |
| LVL 30 | 150,000 | 185 | - |
| LVL 25 | 96,000 | 136 | - |
| LVL 20 | 57,000 | 97 | - |
| LVL 15 | 30,600 | 67 | - |
| LVL 10 | 13,200 | 38 | - |
| LVL 5 | 3,600 | 18 | - |
Shadow Starmie Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Starmie from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 624,000 Stardust, 406 Candy, and 360 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Starmie in Pokémon GO.
Shadow Starmie family
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Starmie in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
StaryuStarmieMega Starmie
Shadow Staryu
Shadow StarmieSize information
No size information available for this Pokémon
Encounter data
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 6s |
| Jump Time | 2s |
| Attack Probability | 70.0% |
| Attack Timer | 17s |
| Dodge Probability | 20.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
Sprites
Regular and Shiny Shadow Starmie
Regular Shadow Starmie
Shiny Shadow StarmieShadow Starmie high resolution sprites
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Starmie. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.
Official artwork
Wallpaper
Shadow Starmie Pokédex entries
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Red, Blue | Its central core glows with the seven colors of the rainbow. Some people value the core as a gem. |
| Yellow | The center section is named the core. People think it is communicating when it glows in 7 colors. |
| Gold | The center section of its body is called the core. It glows in a dif ferent color each time it is seen. |
| Silver | Regardless of the environment it lives in, its body grows to form a symmetrical geo metric shape. |
| Crystal | It is said that it uses the seven- colored core of its body to send electric waves into outer space. |
| Ruby | STARMIE’s center section - the core - glows brightly in seven colors. Because of its luminous nature, this POKéMON has been given the nickname “the gem of the sea.” |
| Sapphire | STARMIE swims through water by spinning its star-shaped body as if it were a propeller on a ship. The core at the center of this POKéMON’s body glows in seven colors. |
| Emerald | People in ancient times imagined that STARMIE were transformed from the reflections of stars that twinkled on gentle waves at night. |
| FireRed | This POKéMON has a geometric body. Because of its body, the locals suspect that it is an alien creature. |
| LeafGreen | Its central core glows with the seven colors of the rainbow. Some people value the core as a gem. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White | At the center of its body is a red core, which sends mysterious radio signals into the night sky. |
| HeartGold | The middle section of its body is called the core. It glows in a different color each time it is seen. |
| SoulSilver | Regardless of the environment it lives in, its body grows to form a symmetrical geometric shape. |
| Black 2, White 2 | Its core shines in many colors and sends radio signals into space to communicate with something. |
| X | Its central core glows with the seven colors of the rainbow. Some people value the core as a gem. |
| Y | At the center of its body is a red core, which sends mysterious radio signals into the night sky. |
| Omega Ruby | Starmie’s center section—the core—glows brightly in seven colors. Because of its luminous nature, this Pokémon has been given the nickname “the gem of the sea.” |
| Alpha Sapphire | Starmie swims through water by spinning its star-shaped body as if it were a propeller on a ship. The core at the center of this Pokémon’s body glows in seven colors. |
| Sun | Its shining core is thought to receive and transmit enigmatic signals. It has been known to cause headaches in those who approach it. |
| Moon | Its unusual body shape, reminiscent of abstract art, led local people to spread rumors that this Pokémon may be an invader from outer space. |
| Ultra Sun | Its sparkling core is called “the gem of the sea.” This core can be made into high-priced accessories that are traded in secret. |
| Ultra Moon | It rotates its geometrically shaped body to swim through the water. It always seems to be sending out mysterious radio waves. |
| Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee! | The center section is named the core. People think it is communicating when it glows in seven colors. |
| Sword | This Pokémon has an organ known as its core. The organ glows in seven colors when Starmie is unleashing its potent psychic powers. |
| Shield | Starmie swims by spinning its body at high speed. As this Pokémon cruises through the ocean, it absorbs tiny plankton. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Shadow Starmie’s strengths and weaknesses?
As a Water and Psychic-type Pokémon, Shadow Starmie is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, and Grass-type moves.
What are the best moves for Shadow Starmie in Pokémon GO?
The best moves for Shadow Starmie in Pokémon GO are Psywave and Psychic. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 14.864 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 219.501.
How does Shadow Starmie perform in Raids?
Shadow Starmie's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.
How does Shadow Starmie rank as a Water-type attacker?
Shadow Starmie is a C-Tier Water-type attacker, ranking at number #47. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.
How does Shadow Starmie rank as a Psychic-type attacker?
Shadow Starmie is a C-Tier Psychic-type attacker, ranking at number #61. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.
What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Starmie?
The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Starmie: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, Mega Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Metagross, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Gallade, Mega Delphox, and Mega Malamar.
What is Shadow Starmie’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?
Shadow Starmie’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2584 CP and 2922 CP at Level 50.
Can Shadow Starmie be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Shadow Starmie can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Can Shadow Starmie Dynamax in Pokémon GO?
Shadow Starmie cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.