Shadow Skarmory

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Shadow Skarmory is a Steel and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 2383 CP. Shadow Skarmory best moveset in Pokémon GO is Air Slash and Brave Bird. Shiny Shadow Skarmory is not available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Skarmory is boosted by Snow and Windy weather.

Shadow Skarmory is weak to Electric and Fire moves. It is strong against Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, Bug, Grass, and Poison moves.

Stats

Max CP
2383 CP
Attack
148 ATK
Defense
226 DEF
Stamina
163 STA
Weather Boost
  • snowSnow
  • windyWindy
Released
Yes Yes
Shiny released
No No
Buddy distance
5 km
Can Dynamax
No No
Max Battles Tier
-Star

Shadow Skarmory weaknesses and resistances

Weaknesses

  • ElectricElectric160.0%
  • FireFire160.0%

Resistances

  • BugBug39.1%
  • GrassGrass39.1%
  • PoisonPoison39.1%
  • DragonDragon62.5%
  • FairyFairy62.5%
  • FlyingFlying62.5%
  • GroundGround62.5%
  • NormalNormal62.5%
  • PsychicPsychic62.5%
  • SteelSteel62.5%
More informationMore information
  • Shadow Skarmory takes increased damage from Electric and Fire type moves.
  • Shadow Skarmory takes reduced damage from Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, and Steel type moves.
  • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

Shadow Skarmory's best moves and movesets

Moves

Shadow Skarmory's best moveset is Air Slash and Brave Bird, with 13.73 DPS (damage per second) and 340.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather.

Best Shadow Skarmory moves
DPS13.73
TDO340.63
Score26.3
Weather Boost
  • windy

Shadow Skarmory moves comparison

      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.FlyingAir Slash FlyingBrave Bird 13.73340.626.3
      2.FlyingAir Slash FlyingSky Attack 13.59337.226.0
      3.FlyingAir Slash SteelFlash Cannon 11.81293.122.3
      4.SteelSteel Wing FlyingSky Attack 11.04273.820.1
      5.SteelSteel Wing FlyingBrave Bird 10.67264.819.1
      6.SteelSteel Wing SteelFlash Cannon 9.44234.215.5
      7.FlyingAir Slash NormalFrustration 6.38158.38.5
      8.SteelSteel Wing NormalFrustration 5.84144.87.8

      Fast Attacks

      • SteelSteel WingDamage11Energy6Duration0.8s
        Toggle more information for move: Steel Wing
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • RockRock
          • IceIce
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage11
        Energy6
        Weather boost
        • snowSnow
        Duration0.8s
        Damage window0.5s - 0.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage7
        Energy6

        Effects
        Steel Wing has no special effects.
        See Steel Wing details page ↗
      • FlyingAir SlashDamage14Energy10Duration1.2s
        Toggle more information for move: Air Slash
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage14
        Energy10
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.2s
        Damage window1.0s - 1.2s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage9
        Energy9

        Effects
        Air Slash has no special effects.
        See Air Slash details page ↗

      Charged Moves

      • SteelFlash CannonDamage100Energy100Duration2.7s
        Toggle more information for move: Flash Cannon
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • RockRock
          • IceIce
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage100
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • snowSnow
        Duration2.7s
        Damage window1.6s - 2.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage110
        Energy70

        Effects
        Flash Cannon has no special effects.
        See Flash Cannon details page ↗
      • FlyingBrave BirdDamage130Energy100Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Brave Bird
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage130
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.0s - 1.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage130
        Energy55

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Brave Bird has a 100.0% chance to:

        • Decrease User's Defense by 42.9%
        See Brave Bird details page ↗
      • FlyingSky AttackDamage80Energy50Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Sky Attack
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage80
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.5s - 1.7s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage85
        Energy55

        Effects
        Sky Attack has no special effects.
        See Sky Attack 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 Skarmory's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Skarmory'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 Skarmory with its best moveset, we recommend to use Air Slash/Sky Attack. You will lose around 1.0% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Shadow Skarmory's strongest moveset (Air Slash/Brave Bird).

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

      Shadow Skarmory's PvE and PvP Ranking

      Shiny Pokémon icon
      RoleTier
      Steel Steel-type Attacker
      Steel Wing / Flash Cannon
      F TierExternal Link#63
      Flying Flying-type Attacker
      Air Slash / Brave Bird
      B TierExternal Link#40
      Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

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      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

      Shadow Skarmory's has 2383 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Skarmory obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1088 CP to 1204 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1360 CP to 1506 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Skarmory can be found in the 854 CP to 903 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP2383 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch854 CP - 903 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs1139 CP - 1204 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids1088 CP - 1204 CP
      Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
      • snowSnow
      • windyWindy
      1360 CP - 1506 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.

      Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Skarmory

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

      Steel Steel

      Flying Flying

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega 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 BonusWhile 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.

      Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

      LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
      129 CP293 CP3157 CP
      4220 CP5284 CP6348 CP
      7411 CP8475 CP9538 CP
      10602 CP11662 CP12723 CP
      13783 CP14843 CP15903 CP
      16963 CP171024 CP181084 CP
      191144 CP201204 CP211265 CP
      221325 CP231385 CP241445 CP
      251506 CP261566 CP271626 CP
      281686 CP291747 CP301807 CP
      311837 CP321867 CP331897 CP
      341927 CP351958 CP361988 CP
      372018 CP382048 CP392078 CP
      402108 CP412135 CP422162 CP
      432189 CP442216 CP452244 CP
      462271 CP472299 CP482327 CP
      492355 CP502383 CP

      Shadow Skarmory evolution chart

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      Shadow Skarmory has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

      Pokédex information

      Johto
      Pokédex Number#227
      Height1.7 m
      Weight50.5 kg
      RegionJohto Generation 2
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate20%
      Base Flee Rate9%
      Catch rewards
      3 Candy
      100 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      75 Candy
      75000 Candy

      Encounter data

      No encounter data available


      How to purify Shadow Skarmory

      Purification cost5 Candy
      5000 Stardust
      Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
      Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Shadow Skarmory in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

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

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                A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Skarmory in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

                Official artwork of SkarmorySkarmory
                Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow SkarmoryShadow Skarmory

                List of Shadow Skarmory costumes

                Photobomb

                A list of Shadow Skarmory costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available

                Shadow Skarmory high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Skarmory. 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 Skarmory Pokédex entries

                Johto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                GoldIts sturdy wings look heavy, but they are actually hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.
                SilverAfter nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.
                CrystalThe feathers that it sheds are very sharp. It is said that people once used the feathers as swords.
                RubySKARMORY is entirely encased in hard, protective armor. This POKéMON flies at close to 190 mph. It slashes foes with its wings that possess swordlike cutting edges.
                SapphireSKARMORY’s steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles. Once a year, the battered wings grow back completely, restoring the cutting edges to their pristine state.
                EmeraldA POKéMON that has a body and wings of steel. People in the past used feathers fallen from SKARMORY to make swords and knives.
                FireRedAfter nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.
                LeafGreenIts sturdy wings look heavy, but its bones are hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteDespite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speeds over 180 mph.
                HeartGoldIts sturdy wings look heavy, but they are actually hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.
                SoulSilverAfter nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.
                Black 2, White 2Its heavy-looking iron body is actually thin and light, so it can fly at speeds over 180 mph.
                XAfter nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.
                YDespite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speeds over 180 mph.
                Omega RubySkarmory is entirely encased in hard, protective armor. This Pokémon flies at close to 190 mph. It slashes foes with its wings that possess swordlike cutting edges.
                Alpha SapphireSkarmory’s steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles. Once a year, the battered wings grow back completely, restoring the cutting edges to their pristine state.
                SunIts feathers, which fall off as it grows, are thin and sharp. In times long past, warriors used them as swords.
                MoonIts metal body is sturdy, but it does rust rather easily. So on rainy days, this Pokémon prefers to stay put in its nest.
                Ultra SunThe wing feathers it sheds can be processed and made into knives whose sharpness is recognized by the finest chefs.
                Ultra MoonIts body is draped in steel armor. It looks heavy, but it can fly at speeds of up to 185 miles an hour!
                SwordThe pointed feathers of these Pokémon are sharper than swords. Skarmory and Corviknight fight viciously over territory.
                ShieldPeople fashion swords from Skarmory’s shed feathers, so this Pokémon is a popular element in heraldic designs.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Skarmory’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Shadow Skarmory is a Steel and Flying-type Pokémon and is weak to Electric and Fire-type moves. Shadow Skarmory is strong against Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, Bug, Grass, and Poison-type moves.

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

                The best moves for Shadow Skarmory in Pokémon GO are Air Slash and Brave Bird. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 13.731 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 340.632.

                How does Shadow Skarmory perform in Raids?

                Shadow Skarmory's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                How does Shadow Skarmory rank as a Steel-type attacker?

                Shadow Skarmory is an F-Tier Steel-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

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

                Shadow Skarmory is a B-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #40 with limited utility in specific matchups.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Skarmory?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Skarmory: Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, Mega Lucario, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

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

                Shadow Skarmory’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2108 CP and 2383 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Skarmory be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Skarmory cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                Can Shadow Skarmory Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Skarmory cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.