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Shadow Sceptile

Shadow Sceptile (Shadow)Grass
  • sunny
Shadow Sceptile is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon

Shadow Sceptile is a Grass-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,757 CP and is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / Frenzy Plant. It is boosted by Sunny weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Sceptile Stats and Max CP

223 ATK
169 DEF
172 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3117 CP
Lvl 40
2757 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1969 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1575 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1181 CP

Shadow Sceptile's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Shadow Sceptile PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Sceptile is a phenomenal addition to the PvE meta, with its boosted ATK reinforcing the damage output of Frenzy Plant to a new level! 🤯

It's second only to Mega Sceptile and Kartana in DPS, making it a perfect fit for your Grass-type squad. 🍃

Definitely invest in Shadow Sceptile! 🦎

⚔️ Raids

The performance of Bullet Seed and Frenzy Plant Shadow Sceptile is pretty similar to Mega Sceptile using Bullet Seed and Leaf Blade. However, to get optimal damage from Shadow Sceptile, be sure to dodge, as it's pretty frail. ‼️

🛡️ Gyms

Severe bulk issues make Shadow Sceptile a poor Gym defender. 🤐

💎 Shadow Sceptile’s best moveset for PvE is Bullet Seed and Frenzy Plant.

Shadow Sceptile PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

No matter which League you choose, Shadow Sceptile is always better than regular Sceptile, as whatever little time this Grass-type starter hangs on in battle, the power boost from the Shadow bonus is much appreciated. 🙌

This Pokémon adopts a hit-and-run offensive style, where its purpose is to bait shields with the lightning-fast Leaf Blade and deal as much damage in between. Not a top-tier PvP Pokémon, but a surprise package for sure! Try it in battle to take your opponents off-guard. 😉

🔵 Great League

Along with beating the Great League's premier Ground and Water types, it also beats some Pokémon that regular Sceptile can’t: Shadow Sableye, Lapras, Jellicent, and Shadow Annihilape.

Even in Shadow Sceptile’s losing matchups, the high damage and shield baits often cripple the opponent to a disadvantage. 👀

🟡 Ultra League

The Ultra League becomes too overbearing for Sceptile, Shadow or not. However, it does possess some positive matchups against prominent Ground, Water, and Steel types (courtesy of Earthquake) in the meta. It may not be a direct match-winner, but it can pave the way to some wins through its supportive role (dealing fast damage and baiting shields). ✅

🟣 Master League

Shadow Sceptile can’t break out in the Master League due to its low bulk and limited offensive coverage from the Grass type. However, it’s still a force against powerful Ground and Water types like Rhyperior, Excadrill, Mamoswine, Primarina, and Kyogre… beating them all with ease. 🙂

💎 Shadow Sceptile's best moveset for PvP is Bullet Seed, Leaf Blade, and Earthquake.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#150
GrassGrass-type
#11
Great LeagueGreat League
#467
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#417

Shadow Sceptile Type Chart

Shadow Sceptile takes increased damage from:Shadow Sceptile takes increased damage from:

BugBug160.0%
FireFire160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
IceIce160.0%
PoisonPoison160.0%

Shadow Sceptile takes reduced damage from:Shadow Sceptile takes reduced damage from:

ElectricElectric62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%
GroundGround62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Shadow Sceptile best moveset

Moves

Fury Cutter + Frenzy Plant

Grass
BugFury Cutter
GrassFrenzy Plant
Shadow Sceptile's best Grass-type moveset is Fury Cutter / Frenzy Plant, with 18.03 DPS and 272.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain and Sunny weather. Shadow Sceptile ranks #11 (S Tier) as a Grass attacker with that moveset.
1.BugFury CutterGrassFrenzy Plant15.5218.03272.2
2.GrassBullet SeedGrassFrenzy Plant14.1816.47248.6
3.BugFury CutterGrassLeaf Blade13.5215.72237.2
4.GrassBullet SeedGrassLeaf Blade12.6614.71222.1
5.BugFury CutterDragonBreaking Swipe12.6014.64221.0
6.GrassBullet SeedDragonBreaking Swipe11.4913.35201.6
7.BugFury CutterGroundEarthquake11.0812.88194.5
8.BugFury CutterDragonDragon Claw10.7812.54189.3
1–8 of 14

Fast Attacks

  • BugFury Cutter480.5s
    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
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Fury Cutter has no special effects.
    See Fury Cutter details page ↗
  • GrassBullet Seed7131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Bullet Seed
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage7
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy13

    Effects
    Bullet Seed has no special effects.
    See Bullet Seed details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DragonBreaking Swipe45331.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Breaking Swipe
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.5s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage50
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Breaking Swipe has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
    See Breaking Swipe details page ↗
  • DragonDragon Claw45331.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.9s - 1.1s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Dragon Claw has no special effects.
    See Dragon Claw details page ↗
  • FlyingAerial Ace55332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy45

    Effects
    Aerial Ace has no special effects.
    See Aerial Ace details page ↗
  • GrassLeaf Blade70332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Leaf Blade
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy35

    Effects
    Leaf Blade has no special effects.
    See Leaf Blade details page ↗
  • GrassFrenzy Plant *100502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Frenzy Plant
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy45

    Effects
    Frenzy Plant has no special effects.
    See Frenzy Plant details page ↗
  • GroundEarthquake1401003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Earthquake
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.6s - 3.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage120
    Energy65

    Effects
    Earthquake has no special effects.
    See Earthquake 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 ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Shadow Sceptile CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Sceptile reaches a maximum of 2,757 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,442–1,575 CP, rising to 1,803–1,969 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,125–1,181 CP.

Max CPMax CP2757 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1125 CP - 1181 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1500 CP - 1575 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1442 CP - 1575 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1803 CP - 1969 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 Sceptile Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
139 CP2122 CP3205 CP
4288 CP5371 CP6455 CP
7538 CP8621 CP9704 CP
10788 CP11866 CP12945 CP
131024 CP141103 CP151181 CP
161260 CP171339 CP181418 CP
191496 CP201575 CP211654 CP
221733 CP231811 CP241890 CP
251969 CP262048 CP272127 CP
282205 CP292284 CP302363 CP
312402 CP322442 CP332481 CP
342521 CP352560 CP362599 CP
372639 CP382678 CP392717 CP
402757 CP412792 CP422827 CP
432863 CP442898 CP452934 CP
462970 CP473006 CP483043 CP
493080 CP503117 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#254
Height1.7 m
Weight52.2 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate5%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy25
Stardust10000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
TreeckoTreecko
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
GrovyleGrovyle
GrovyleGrovyle
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
SceptileSceptile
SceptileSceptile
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Sceptile (Mega)Mega Sceptile
  • Treecko evolves into Grovyle which costs 25 Candy.
  • Grovyle evolves into Sceptile which costs 100 Candy.
  • Sceptile can transform into Mega Sceptile through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Sceptile
Purification cost3 Candy
3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Sceptile

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

Grass Grass

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

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

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Shadow Sceptile family

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

TreeckoTreecko
GrovyleGrovyle
SceptileSceptile
Mega Sceptile (Mega)Mega Sceptile
Shadow Treecko (Shadow)Shadow Treecko
Shadow Grovyle (Shadow)Shadow Grovyle
Shadow Sceptile (Shadow)Shadow Sceptile

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 Sceptile

Shadow Sceptile high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

Shadow SceptileShadow SceptileShadow SceptileShadow Sceptile

Shadow Sceptile Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyThe leaves growing on SCEPTILE’s body are very sharp edged. This POKéMON is very agile - it leaps all over the branches of trees and jumps on its foe from above or behind.
SapphireSCEPTILE has seeds growing on its back. They are said to be bursting with nutrients that revitalize trees. This POKéMON raises the trees in a forest with loving care.
EmeraldIn the jungle, its power is without equal. This POKéMON carefully grows trees and plants. It regulates its body temperature by basking in sunlight.
FireRed, LeafGreenThe leaves on its forelegs are as sharp as swords. It agilely leaps about the branches of trees to strike.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.
HeartGold, SoulSilverIt agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.
XThe leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.
YIt agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.
Omega RubyThe leaves growing on Sceptile’s body are very sharp edged. This Pokémon is very agile—it leaps all over the branches of trees and jumps on its foe from above or behind.
Alpha SapphireSceptile has seeds growing on its back. They are said to be bursting with nutrients that revitalize trees. This Pokémon raises the trees in a forest with loving care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Sceptile’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Grass-type Pokémon, Shadow Sceptile is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Sceptile in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Frenzy Plant. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.029 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 272.175.

How does Shadow Sceptile perform in Raids?

Shadow Sceptile is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Shadow Sceptile rank as a Grass-type attacker?

Shadow Sceptile is an S-Tier Grass-type attacker, ranking at number #11 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Sceptile?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Sceptile: Mega Venusaur, Mega Victreebel, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, Mega Abomasnow, and Mega Chesnaught.

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

Shadow Sceptile’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2757 CP and 3117 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Sceptile be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Sceptile can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Sceptile Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Sceptile cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.