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    Shadow Zapdos

    Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ZapdosElectric Flying
    • rain
    • windy
    Shadow Zapdos is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Shadow Zapdos is a Legendary Electric and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Electric and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Zapdos is weak to Ice and Rock-type moves.

    Shadow Zapdos's maximum Combat Power stat is 3987 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Thunder Shock and Drill Peck. Shadow Zapdos encounters are boosted during Rain and Windy weather. Shiny Shadow Zapdos is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP3987 CP
    Attack253 ATK
    Defense185 DEF
    Stamina207 HP
    Buddy distance20 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Shadow Zapdos Type Chart

    Shadow Zapdos takes increased damage from:Shadow Zapdos takes increased damage from:
    +60.0%
    • Ice
    • Rock
    Shadow Zapdos takes reduced damage from:Shadow Zapdos takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Fighting
    • Flying
    • Grass
    • Ground
    • Steel

    Shadow Zapdos's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerA+ TierExternal Link#46
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderCan't defend a Gym
    Electric Electric-type Attacker
    Thunder Shock / Thunderbolt    		S TierExternal Link#5
    Flying Flying-type Attacker
    Thunder Shock / Drill Peck    		S TierExternal Link#10

    Shadow Zapdos's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Shadow Zapdos's best moveset is Thunder Shock and Drill Peck, with 18.81 DPS (damage per second) and 286.0 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain and Windy weather.You need an Elite Fast TM to teach Shadow Zapdos Thunder Shock.
    • DPS18.81
    • TDO286.01
    • Weather
      • rain
      • windy
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.ElectricThunder Shock *FlyingDrill Peck 18.81286.033.9
        2.ElectricThunder Shock *ElectricThunderbolt 18.12275.432.6
        3.ElectricCharge Beam FlyingDrill Peck 18.03274.132.5
        4.ElectricThunder Shock *ElectricZap Cannon 17.47265.631.4
        5.ElectricCharge Beam ElectricThunderbolt 17.15260.830.9
        6.ElectricCharge Beam ElectricZap Cannon 16.10244.829.0
        7.ElectricThunder Shock *ElectricThunder 15.58236.828.0
        8.ElectricCharge Beam ElectricThunder 14.17215.525.5
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        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        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 Zapdos has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • ElectricThunder Shock *Damage4Energy7Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Thunder Shock
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage4
          Energy7
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy9

          Effects
          Thunder Shock has no special effects.
          See Thunder Shock details page ↗
        • ElectricCharge BeamDamage7Energy14Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Charge Beam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage7
          Energy14
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage5
          Energy11

          Effects
          Charge Beam has no special effects.
          See Charge Beam details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • FlyingDrill PeckDamage70Energy33Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Drill Peck
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.9s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy40

          Effects
          Drill Peck has no special effects.
          See Drill Peck details page ↗
        • RockAncient PowerDamage70Energy33Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ancient Power
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • BugBug
            • FireFire
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • GroundGround
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.9s - 3.1s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Ancient Power has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
          See Ancient Power details page ↗
        • ElectricThunderDamage100Energy100Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Thunder
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage100
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.3s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage100
          Energy60

          Effects
          Thunder has no special effects.
          See Thunder details page ↗
        • ElectricThunderboltDamage80Energy50Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Thunderbolt
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.8s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage90
          Energy55

          Effects
          Thunderbolt has no special effects.
          See Thunderbolt details page ↗
        • ElectricZap CannonDamage140Energy100Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Zap Cannon
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage140
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.8s - 3.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage150
          Energy80

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Zap Cannon has a 33.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Zap Cannon 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 ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Shadow Zapdos's has 3987 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Zapdos obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1864 CP to 2015 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2330 CP to 2519 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Zapdos can be found in the 1448 CP to 1511 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3987 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1448 CP - 1511 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1930 CP - 2015 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1864 CP - 2015 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        2330 CP - 2519 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 CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        149 CP2156 CP3262 CP
        4369 CP5475 CP6582 CP
        7688 CP8795 CP9901 CP
        101008 CP111108 CP121209 CP
        131310 CP141410 CP151511 CP
        161612 CP171713 CP181813 CP
        191914 CP202015 CP212116 CP
        222216 CP232317 CP242418 CP
        252519 CP262620 CP272720 CP
        282821 CP292922 CP303023 CP
        313073 CP323124 CP333174 CP
        343224 CP353275 CP363325 CP
        373375 CP383426 CP393476 CP
        403527 CP413571 CP423616 CP
        433662 CP443707 CP453753 CP
        463799 CP473846 CP483893 CP
        493940 CP503987 CP

        Shadow Zapdos in the meta

        Shadow Zapdos in the meta

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Zapdos

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

        Electric Electric

        Flying Flying

        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 Zapdos in Pokémon GO is 2.51%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 6.28% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 9.27%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-2.51%2.88%3.74%4.60%
                  Curve4.23%4.85%6.28%7.69%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-3.74%4.29%5.56%6.81%
                  Curve6.28%7.19%9.27%11.30%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 4.47%5.13%6.64%8.12%
                  Curve7.49%8.56%11.02%13.41%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 6.16%7.05%9.10%11.10%
                  Curve10.24%11.69%14.97%18.12%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow Zapdos, 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

                  Pokédex information

                  Kanto
                  Pokédex Number#145
                  Height1.6 m
                  Weight52.6 kg
                  RegionGeneration 1
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate3%
                  Base Flee Rate10%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy3
                  Stardust100
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy100
                  Stardust100000

                  Size information

                  No size information available for this Pokémon

                  Encounter data

                  No encounter data available

                  How to purify Shadow Zapdos

                  Purification cost20 Candy
                  20000 Stardust
                  Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
                  Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

                  Shadow Zapdos Pokédex entries

                  Kanto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  Red, BlueA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
                  YellowThis legendary bird POKéMON is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
                  GoldThis legendary bird POKéMON causes savage thunderstorms by flapping its glit­ tering wings.
                  SilverThis legendary bird POKéMON is said to appear only when a thun­ dercloud parts into two halves.
                  CrystalLegendary bird POKéMON. They say lightning caused by the flapping of its wings causes summer storms.
                  Ruby, SapphireZAPDOS is a legendary bird POKéMON that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The POKéMON gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
                  EmeraldZAPDOS is a legendary bird POKéMON that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. It gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
                  FireRedOne of the legendary bird POKéMON. While it is flying, it makes crackling and snapping sounds.
                  LeafGreenA legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
                  HeartGoldThis legendary bird Pokémon causes savage thunderstorms by flapping its glittering wings.
                  SoulSilverThis legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear only when a thundercloud parts into two halves.
                  XA legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
                  YA legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
                  Omega RubyZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
                  Alpha SapphireZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
                  Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
                  SwordThis Pokémon has complete control over electricity. There are tales of Zapdos nesting in the dark depths of pitch-black thunderclouds.
                  ShieldZapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon. It’s said that when Zapdos rubs its feathers together, lightning will fall immediately after.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Regular and Shiny Shadow Zapdos

                  Shadow Zapdos high resolution sprites

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Zapdos. 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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                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Shadow Zapdos’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Electric and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Zapdos is weak to Ice and Rock-type moves.

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

                  The best moves for Shadow Zapdos in Pokémon GO are Thunder Shock and Drill Peck. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.812 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 286.013.

                  How does Shadow Zapdos perform in Raids?

                  Shadow Zapdos performs exceptionally well in most Raid scenarios. Ranks #46 as a Raid attacker.

                  How does Shadow Zapdos rank as a Electric-type attacker?

                  Shadow Zapdos is an S-Tier Electric-type attacker, ranking at number #5 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                  How does Shadow Zapdos rank as a Flying-type attacker?

                  Shadow Zapdos is an S-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #10 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Zapdos?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Zapdos: Mega Ampharos, Mega Manectric, Primal Kyogre, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

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

                  Shadow Zapdos’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3527 CP and 3987 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Shadow Zapdos be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Zapdos can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Shadow Zapdos Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Zapdos cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.