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    Shadow Pinsir

    Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow PinsirBug
    • rain
    Shadow Pinsir is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Shadow Pinsir is a Bug-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 3345 CP. Shadow Pinsir best moveset in Pokémon GO is Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. Shiny Shadow Pinsir is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Pinsir is boosted by Rain weather.

    Shadow Pinsir is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock moves. It is strong against Fighting, Grass, and Ground moves.

    Stats

    Max CP
    3345 CP
    Attack
    238 ATK
    Defense
    182 DEF
    Stamina
    163 STA
    Weather Boost
    • rainRain
    Released
    Yes Yes
    Shiny released
    Shadow Pinsir can be Shiny in Pokémon GO Yes
    Buddy distance
    5 km
    Can Dynamax
    No No
    Max Battles Tier
    -Star

    Shadow Pinsir weaknesses and resistances

    Weaknesses

    • FireFire160.0%
    • FlyingFlying160.0%
    • RockRock160.0%

    Resistances

    • FightingFighting62.5%
    • GrassGrass62.5%
    • GroundGround62.5%
    More informationMore information
    • Shadow Pinsir takes increased damage from Fire, Flying, and Rock type moves.
    • Shadow Pinsir takes reduced damage from Fighting, Grass, and Ground type moves.
    • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

    Shadow Pinsir's best moves and movesets

    Moves

    Shadow Pinsir's best moveset is Fury Cutter and X-Scissor, with 17.62 DPS (damage per second) and 357.3 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain weather.

    BugFury Cutter
    BugX-Scissor
    DPS17.62
    TDO357.28
    Weather Boost
    • rain

    Shadow Pinsir moves comparison

        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.BugFury Cutter BugX-Scissor 17.62357.332.3
        2.BugBug Bite BugX-Scissor 17.55355.932.2
        3.BugBug Bite FightingSuperpower 15.79320.329.0
        4.BugBug Bite FightingClose Combat 15.67317.728.8
        5.BugFury Cutter FightingSuperpower 15.63317.028.7
        6.BugFury Cutter FightingClose Combat 15.42312.728.3
        7.FightingRock Smash BugX-Scissor 14.95303.227.5
        8.BugBug Bite FightingSubmission *14.52294.526.4
        1 of 3

        Fast Attacks

        • BugFury CutterDamage4Energy8Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Fury Cutter
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage4
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage2
          Energy4

          Effects
          Fury Cutter has no special effects.
          See Fury Cutter details page ↗
        • BugBug BiteDamage5Energy6Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bug Bite
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage3
          Energy3

          Effects
          Bug Bite has no special effects.
          See Bug Bite details page ↗
        • FightingRock SmashDamage17Energy12Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Rock Smash
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage17
          Energy12
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy7

          Effects
          Rock Smash has no special effects.
          See Rock Smash details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • NormalVise GripDamage35Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Vise Grip
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage35
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.2s - 1.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage40
          Energy40

          Effects
          Vise Grip has no special effects.
          See Vise Grip details page ↗
        • FightingSubmission *Damage55Energy50Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Submission
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.6s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy50

          Effects
          Submission has no special effects.
          See Submission details page ↗
        • BugX-ScissorDamage45Energy33Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy40

          Effects
          X-Scissor has no special effects.
          See X-Scissor details page ↗
        • FightingClose CombatDamage105Energy100Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Close Combat
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage105
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage100
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
          See Close Combat details page ↗
        • FightingSuperpowerDamage85Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Superpower
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.1s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage85
          Energy40

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Superpower has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Attack by 20.0%
          • Decrease User's Defense by 20.0%
          See Superpower details page ↗
        • NormalFrustrationDamage10Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Frustration
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.0s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage10
          Energy70

          Effects
          Frustration has no special effects.
          See Frustration details page ↗
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Shadow Pinsir's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Pinsir's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        If you are unable to get Shadow Pinsir with its best moveset, we recommend to use Bug Bite/X-Scissor. You will lose around 0.4% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Shadow Pinsir's strongest moveset (Fury Cutter/X-Scissor).

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Pinsir has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Shadow Pinsir's PvE and PvP Ranking

        Shiny Pokémon icon
        RoleTier
        Raid AttackerRaid AttackerD TierExternal Link#205
        Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
        Bug Bug-type Attacker
        Fury Cutter / X-Scissor        		S TierExternal Link#7

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        Pinsir is a severely underrated Pokémon in general as it has a pretty good ATK stat of 238 💪

        The Shadow version takes the damage output many notches higher and turns out to be a strong Bug-type attacker you can rely on 🪲

        Keep in mind that there aren't too many good Bug types anyway, so Shadow Pinsir is quite a catch 👌

        ⚔️ Raids - While you'll need to dodge, Shadow Pinsir is a great addition to your entourage of creepy crawlies 🐞

        That said, remember that Bug types are super-effective against Dark, Grass, and Psychic Pokémon, and other types are often more efficient as counters. Still, you can definitely give Shadow Pinsir a go! 🙌

        🛡️ Gyms - Not the wisest decision to include Shadow Pokémon as Gym defenders, especially those with low bulk like Pinsir

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        Packing an impressive moveset, Shadow Pinsir enjoys some degree of viability in the lower PvP Leagues 👍

        However, it's not a top-tier choice as its worrisome bulk holds it back substantially ☹️

        🔵 Great League - Fury Cutter with X-Scissor and Close Combat (or even Superpower) make Shadow Pinsir a scary Pokémon, where the quick gains of its Fast Move help it use its cheap Charged Moves in no time ⏩

        Its powerful Fighting-type moves are the real fear factor, but keep in mind that both debuff your stats. So resort to using them only when shields are down ‼️

        While it loses out on some bulk as a Shadow Pokémon, it gains an appreciable damage boost that makes its moveset all the more deadly ⭐ Ultimately, it's a great fit for any team ✅

        🟡 Ultra League - Shadow Pinsir brings the same level of unpredictability, bait potential, and damage to the Ultra League 👌

        While it's not the most dependable Pokémon, its role is formidable and can earn you wins you wouldn't expect 📈

        🟣 Master League - Shadow Pinsir is unfortunately not built for the Master League, where its low bulk leads to hardly any success 😞

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Shadow Pinsir's has 3345 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Pinsir obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1552 CP to 1690 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1940 CP to 2113 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Pinsir can be found in the 1209 CP to 1268 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3345 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1209 CP - 1268 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1613 CP - 1690 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1552 CP - 1690 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        1940 CP - 2113 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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 guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Shadow Pinsir Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        141 CP2131 CP3220 CP
        4309 CP5399 CP6488 CP
        7577 CP8667 CP9756 CP
        10845 CP11930 CP121014 CP
        131099 CP141183 CP151268 CP
        161352 CP171437 CP181521 CP
        191606 CP201690 CP211775 CP
        221859 CP231944 CP242029 CP
        252113 CP262198 CP272282 CP
        282367 CP292451 CP302536 CP
        312578 CP322620 CP332663 CP
        342705 CP352747 CP362789 CP
        372832 CP382874 CP392916 CP
        402959 CP412996 CP423034 CP
        433072 CP443110 CP453149 CP
        463187 CP473226 CP483266 CP
        493305 CP503345 CP

        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Pinsir

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        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Pinsir's Bug-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Pinsir.

        Bug Bug

        Pokédex informationMore information

        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.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Shadow Pinsir in Pokémon GO is 25.11%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 52.16% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 66.91%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-25.11%28.29%35.19%41.43%
                Curve38.83%43.18%52.16%59.72%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-35.19%39.27%47.82%55.17%
                Curve52.16%57.17%66.91%74.44%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 40.57%45.04%54.19%61.82%
                Curve58.72%63.85%73.48%80.54%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 51.46%56.45%66.18%73.74%
                Curve70.74%75.66%84.17%89.70%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow Pinsir, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                Shadow Pinsir evolution chart

                Family
                Family

                Shadow Pinsir has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

                Pokédex information

                Kanto
                Pokédex Number#127
                Height1.5 m
                Weight55 kg
                RegionKanto Generation 1
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate30%
                Base Flee Rate9%
                Catch rewards
                3 Candy
                100 Stardust
                Additional Move Cost
                75 Candy
                75000 Candy
                Mega Energy reward
                For walking as a Buddy                		25 Mega Energy

                Encounter data

                No encounter data available

                How to purify Shadow Pinsir

                Purification cost5 Candy
                5000 Stardust
                Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
                Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

                Shadow Pinsir high resolution sprites

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                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Pinsir. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Wallpaper

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                Shadow Pinsir Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueIf it fails to crush the victim in its pincers, it will swing it around and toss it hard.
                YellowGrips its prey in its pincers and squeezes hard! It can't move if it's cold, so it lives in warm places.
                GoldWith its horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.
                SilverSwings its long antlers wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                CrystalWhen the tempera­ ture drops at night, it sleeps on treetops or among roots where it is well hidden.
                RubyPINSIR is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This POKéMON’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.
                SapphirePINSIR has a pair of massive horns Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.
                EmeraldTheir pincers are strong enough to shatter thick logs. Because they dislike cold, PINSIR burrow and sleep under the ground on chilly nights.
                FireRedIts two long pincer horns are powerful. Once they grip an enemy, they won’t release until the foe is torn.
                LeafGreenIf it fails to crush the foe in its pincers, it will swing around and toss the opponent.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIt grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can’t tear, it tosses far.
                HeartGoldWith its pincer horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.
                SoulSilverIt swings its long pincer horns wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                Black 2, White 2It grips prey with its powerful pincers and will not let go until the prey is torn in half.
                XIt grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can’t tear, it tosses far.
                YIt swings its long pincer horns wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                Omega RubyPinsir is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This Pokémon’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.
                Alpha SapphirePinsir has a pair of massive horns. Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.
                SunIt grips its prey in its pincers and splits them apart. Although it is a powerful Pokémon, it can’t deal with the cold.
                MoonOne solid blow from its horns is enough to split apart a large tree. Its greatest rival in Alola is Vikavolt.
                Ultra SunIt gets into territorial disputes with Vikavolt. For some reason, it apparently gets along well with Heracross in Alola.
                Ultra MoonAlthough it’s tough, it can’t handle cold well. When night falls, it buries itself in leafage and sleeps.
                Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Grips its prey in its pincers and squeezes hard! It can’t move if it’s cold out, so it lives in warm places.
                SwordThese Pokémon judge one another based on pincers. Thicker, more impressive pincers make for more popularity with the opposite gender.
                ShieldThis Pokémon clamps its pincers down on its prey and then either splits the prey in half or flings it away.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Pinsir’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Shadow Pinsir is a Bug-type Pokémon and is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock-type moves. Shadow Pinsir is strong against Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Shadow Pinsir in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Shadow Pinsir in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 17.618 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 357.279.

                How does Shadow Pinsir perform in Raids?

                Shadow Pinsir struggles to perform in Raids.

                How does Shadow Pinsir rank as a Bug-type attacker?

                Shadow Pinsir is an S-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #7 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Pinsir?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Pinsir: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, and Primal Kyogre.

                What is Shadow Pinsir’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                Shadow Pinsir’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2959 CP and 3345 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Pinsir be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Pinsir can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Shadow Pinsir Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Pinsir cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                List of Shadow Pinsir costumes

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                A list of Shadow Pinsir costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available