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Shadow Tyranitar

Shadow Tyranitar (Shadow)Rock Dark
  • partlyCloudy
  • fog
Shadow Tyranitar is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Tyranitar is a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,834 CP and is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Bite / Brutal Swing. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Fog weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Tyranitar Stats and Max CP

251 ATK
207 DEF
225 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4335 CP
Lvl 40
3834 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2739 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
2191 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1643 CP

Shadow Tyranitar's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Shadow Tyranitar PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Tyranitar is one of the most prized Shadows in Pokémon GO, boasting exceptional DPS and high bulk, even with the nerf to its DEF.

Bite and Brutal Swing make it astonishingly powerful, surpassed only by Mega Tyranitar in overall performance. Even though some Shadows deal a little more DPS, Shadow Tyranitar makes up for it with surprisingly high bulk for a Shadow Pokémon.

As a Rock type, it is not as dominant but still fantastic. In this case, you're better off using Mega Tyranitar since it brings more value to the table in the Rock department. Moreover, you will need an Elite Fast TM to unlock Smack Down. If you aren't swimming in these TMs, better use Shadow Tyranitar as a Dark Pokémon. 🖤

⚔️ Raids

Top Dark-type DPS Pokémon Mega and Shadow Absol are extremely frail, leaving Shadow Hydreigon and Shadow Darkrai as the only competitors for Shadow Tyranitar. In any case, this Rock/Dark-type Pseudo Legendary possesses superior bulk, making it a better choice in Raids, especially those that go down the wire.

In the Rock-type meta, Shadow Rhyperior completely outclasses Shadow Tyranitar in every way (both DPS and TDO). Not to mention, Shadow Tyrantrum and Shadow Gigalith dish out higher damage figures. However, that does not rule out the fact that Shadow Tyranitar is an amazing Rock-type attacker. 🪨

Keep in mind that Shadow Tyranitar unfortunately can't do double duty as Smack Down requires an Elite Fast TM.

🛡️ Gyms

Shadow Tyranitar is tainted by a double weakness to Fighting, the most common Gym attacker, making it a liability despite its strengths. Not to mention, it has six more weaknesses.

💎 The best PvE moves for Shadow Tyranitar are: Bite and Brutal Swing (Dark) Smack Down and Stone Edge (Rock)

Shadow Tyranitar PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

The attack-oriented stats of Shadow Tyranitar make it underwhelming for the lower PvP Leagues. Besides, having so many weaknesses, including a double-weakness to one of the most common types in the Great and Ultra League (Fighting) spells disaster for this Pseudo Legendary.

It does its best in the Master League where it can put immense pressure on opponents with Smack Down’s high damage numbers (deadlier with the Shadow boost). Again, its glaring weaknesses are its Achilles Heel, allowing Shadow Tyranitar to only beat some obvious targets with its Rock and Dark STAB moves. Even then, it suffers from more losses than wins, rendering it a poor pick for PvP.

💎 The best PvP moves for Shadow Tyranitar are Smack Down, Brutal Swing and Stone Edge.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#30
RockRock-type
#8
DarkDark-type
#6
Great LeagueGreat League
#572
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#466
Master LeagueMaster League
#64

Shadow Tyranitar Type Chart

Shadow Tyranitar takes increased damage from:Shadow Tyranitar takes increased damage from:

FightingFighting256.0%
BugBug160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
GrassGrass160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
SteelSteel160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Shadow Tyranitar takes reduced damage from:Shadow Tyranitar takes reduced damage from:

PsychicPsychic39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
FireFire62.5%
FlyingFlying62.5%
GhostGhost62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%

Shadow Tyranitar best moveset

Moves

Bite + Brutal Swing

Dark
DarkBite
DarkBrutal Swing
Shadow Tyranitar's best Dark-type moveset is Bite / Brutal Swing, with 18.84 DPS and 439.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Shadow Tyranitar ranks #6 (S Tier) as a Dark attacker with that moveset.

Smack Down + Stone Edge

Rock
RockSmack Down
RockStone Edge
Shadow Tyranitar's best Rock-type moveset is Smack Down / Stone Edge, with 16.04 DPS and 374.1 TDO. These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Shadow Tyranitar ranks #8 (S Tier) as a Rock attacker with that moveset.
1.DarkBiteDarkBrutal Swing17.0818.84439.2
2.RockSmack DownDarkBrutal Swing16.8518.59433.5
3.DragonDragon BreathDarkBrutal Swing16.1117.77414.4
4.SteelIron TailDarkBrutal Swing15.7317.35404.7
5.DarkBiteRockStone Edge14.7216.25378.8
6.RockSmack DownRockStone Edge14.5416.04374.1
7.DarkBiteDarkCrunch14.3215.80368.5
8.RockSmack DownDarkCrunch14.2915.77367.6
1–8 of 20

Fast Attacks

  • DarkBite640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Bite
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage2
    Energy4

    Effects
    Bite has no special effects.
    See Bite details page ↗
  • DragonDragon Breath640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Breath
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Dragon Breath has no special effects.
    See Dragon Breath details page ↗
  • RockSmack Down *1371.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Smack Down
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage11
    Energy8

    Effects
    Smack Down has no special effects.
    See Smack Down details page ↗
  • SteelIron Tail1461.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Iron Tail
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • RockRock
      • IceIce
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage14
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage10
    Energy7

    Effects
    Iron Tail has no special effects.
    See Iron Tail details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkCrunch65333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Crunch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Crunch has a 20.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Crunch details page ↗
  • DarkBrutal Swing65332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Brutal Swing
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Brutal Swing has no special effects.
    See Brutal Swing details page ↗
  • FireFire Blast1401004.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fire Blast
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window2.9s - 3.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage140
    Energy80

    Effects
    Fire Blast has no special effects.
    See Fire Blast details page ↗
  • NormalFrustration10332.0s
    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 ↗
  • RockStone Edge1051002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Stone Edge
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window0.9s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy55

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

The following chart shows Shadow Tyranitar's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Tyranitar'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 Tyranitar has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Tyranitar CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Tyranitar reaches a maximum of 3,834 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,034–2,191 CP, rising to 2,543–2,739 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,577–1,643 CP.

Max CPMax CP3834 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1577 CP - 1643 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2103 CP - 2191 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2034 CP - 2191 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
2543 CP - 2739 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 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 Tyranitar Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
154 CP2170 CP3285 CP
4401 CP5517 CP6633 CP
7748 CP8864 CP9980 CP
101096 CP111205 CP121315 CP
131424 CP141534 CP151643 CP
161753 CP171862 CP181972 CP
192081 CP202191 CP212300 CP
222410 CP232520 CP242629 CP
252739 CP262848 CP272958 CP
283068 CP293177 CP303287 CP
313341 CP323396 CP333451 CP
343506 CP353561 CP363615 CP
373670 CP383725 CP393780 CP
403834 CP413883 CP423932 CP
433981 CP444031 CP454081 CP
464131 CP474182 CP484232 CP
494283 CP504335 CP

Pokédex information

Johto
Pokédex Number#248
Height2.01 m
Weight202 kg
RegionGeneration 2
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate4%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
LarvitarLarvitar
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
PupitarPupitar
PupitarPupitar
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
TyranitarTyranitar
TyranitarTyranitar
  • 300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar
  • Larvitar evolves into Pupitar which costs 25 Candy.
  • Pupitar evolves into Tyranitar which costs 100 Candy.
  • Tyranitar can transform into Mega Tyranitar through Mega Evolution. This costs 300 energy the first time and 60 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Tyranitar
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Tyranitar

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

Rock Rock

Dark Dark

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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50624,000 Stardust406 Shadow Tyranitar Candy360 Shadow Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 40336,000 Stardust406 Shadow Tyranitar Candy12 Shadow Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 35228,000 Stardust274 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 30150,000 Stardust185 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2596,000 Stardust136 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2057,000 Stardust97 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1530,600 Stardust67 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1013,200 Stardust38 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 53,600 Stardust18 Shadow Tyranitar Candy-

Shadow Tyranitar Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar in Pokémon GO.

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Shadow Tyranitar family

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

LarvitarLarvitar
PupitarPupitar
TyranitarTyranitar
Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar
Shadow Larvitar (Shadow)Shadow Larvitar
Shadow Pupitar (Shadow)Shadow Pupitar
Shadow Tyranitar (Shadow)Shadow Tyranitar

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer20s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Shadow Tyranitar

Shadow Tyranitar high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Tyranitar. 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

Shadow Tyranitar Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

Shadow TyranitarShadow TyranitarShadow TyranitarShadow Tyranitar

Shadow Tyranitar Pokédex entries

Johto
VersionsPokédex entry
GoldIts body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
SilverExtremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
CrystalIn just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and moun­ tains crumble.
Ruby, SapphireTYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This POKéMON wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
EmeraldA TYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. It roams in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
FireRed, LeafGreenIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIf it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
HeartGoldIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
SoulSilverExtremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
Black 2, White 2The quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.
XIn just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and mountains crumble.
YIf it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireTyranitar is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This Pokémon wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
Ultra SunIt wanders through the mountains seeking opponents to fight. If it finds an opponent that’s not worthy, Tyranitar ignores it and wanders on.
Ultra MoonThis Pokémon is a mobile disaster, leaving mountains crumbled and houses destroyed in its wake.
SwordIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
ShieldThe quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Tyranitar’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon, Shadow Tyranitar is especially weak against Fighting-type moves, and weak against Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Tyranitar in Pokémon GO are Bite and Brutal Swing. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.837 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 439.249.

How does Shadow Tyranitar perform in Raids?

Shadow Tyranitar can be useful in specific Raid matchups but has limited effectiveness. Ranks #30 as a Raid attacker.

How does Shadow Tyranitar rank as a Rock-type attacker?

Shadow Tyranitar is an S-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #8 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

How does Shadow Tyranitar rank as a Dark-type attacker?

Shadow Tyranitar is an S-Tier Dark-type attacker, ranking at number #6 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Tyranitar?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Tyranitar: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Houndoom, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Sableye, Mega Sharpedo, Mega Absol, Mega Greninja, and Mega Malamar.

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

Shadow Tyranitar’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3834 CP and 4335 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Tyranitar be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Tyranitar can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Tyranitar Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Tyranitar cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.