Shadow Torchic

Shadow Torchic is a Fire-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. At level 50, Shadow Torchic has a maximum CP of 1,236. It is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type attacks. The best raid moveset for Shadow Torchic is Scratch and Flame Charge.

Shadow Torchic Stats and Max CP

130 ATK

87 DEF

128 HP

Lvl 50 Max CP

1236 CP

Lvl 40

1093 CP

Lvl 25 Weather Boost

781 CP

Lvl 20 Raids

624 CP

Lvl 15 Research

468 CP

Shadow Torchic's Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker

Not ranked

Little Cup

#126

Shadow Torchic Type Chart

Shadow Torchic takes increased damage from:

Ground160.0%

Rock160.0%

Water160.0%

Shadow Torchic takes reduced damage from:

Bug62.5%

Fairy62.5%

Fire62.5%

Grass62.5%

Ice62.5%

Steel62.5%

Shadow Torchic best moveset

Scratch + Flame Charge

Scratch

Flame Charge

The best moveset for Shadow Torchic in raids is Scratch and Flame Charge (6.17 DPS, 39.4 TDO).

8 of 8 matches

Data table

1.	Scratch	Flame Charge	4.44	6.17	39.4
2.	Scratch	Flamethrower	4.31	5.99	38.3
3.	Ember	Flamethrower	4.29	5.96	38.1
4.	Ember	Flame Charge	4.29	5.96	38.1
5.	Scratch	Rock Tomb	4.26	5.92	37.9
6.	Ember	Rock Tomb	4.05	5.63	36.0
7.	Ember	Frustration	0	0.10	0
8.	Scratch	Frustration	0	0.10	0

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Fast Attacks

Ember10101.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Bug160%
Steel160%
Grass160%
Ice160%
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 10
Energy 10
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.6s - 0.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 4
Energy 9

Effects
Ember has no special effects.
See Ember details page ↗
Scratch640.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Ghost39.1%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 4
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.3s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 3
Energy 4

Effects
Scratch has no special effects.
See Scratch details page ↗

Damage	10
Energy	10
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.6s - 0.8s

Damage	4
Energy	9

Damage	6
Energy	4
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.3s - 0.5s

Damage	3
Energy	4

Charged Attacks

Flame Charge70334.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Bug160%
Steel160%
Grass160%
Ice160%
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 70
Energy 33
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 4.0s
Damage window 3.1s - 3.6s
Trainer Battles
Damage 65
Energy 50

Effects
Special
Flame Charge has a 100.0% chance to:
Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
See Flame Charge details page ↗
Flamethrower65502.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Bug160%
Steel160%
Grass160%
Ice160%
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 65
Energy 50
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.3s - 1.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 90
Energy 55

Effects
Flamethrower has no special effects.
See Flamethrower details page ↗
Frustration10332.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Ghost39.1%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 10
Energy 33
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.0s - 1.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 10
Energy 70

Effects
Frustration has no special effects.
See Frustration details page ↗
Rock Tomb65503.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Flying160%
Bug160%
Fire160%
Ice160%
Resisted by
Fighting62.5%
Ground62.5%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 65
Energy 50
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 2.0s - 2.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 75
Energy 50

Effects
Special
Rock Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:
Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
See Rock Tomb details page ↗

Damage	70
Energy	33
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	4.0s
Damage window	3.1s - 3.6s

Damage	65
Energy	50

Damage	65
Energy	50
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.3s - 1.5s

Damage	90
Energy	55

Damage	10
Energy	33
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.0s - 1.8s

Damage	10
Energy	70

Damage	65
Energy	50
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	2.0s - 2.8s

Damage	75
Energy	50

More information

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

Shadow Torchic CP Chart

At level 50, Shadow Torchic can reach 1,236 CP. The raid CP range is 541 to 624 without a weather boost or 677 to 781 with one. For Field and Special Research, the range is 433 to 468 CP.

Max CP	1236 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	433 CP - 468 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	578 CP - 624 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	541 CP - 624 CP
	Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
	677 CP - 781 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	15 CP	2	48 CP	3	81 CP
4	114 CP	5	147 CP	6	180 CP
7	213 CP	8	246 CP	9	279 CP
10	312 CP	11	343 CP	12	375 CP
13	406 CP	14	437 CP	15	468 CP
16	500 CP	17	531 CP	18	562 CP
19	593 CP	20	624 CP	21	656 CP
22	687 CP	23	718 CP	24	750 CP
25	781 CP	26	812 CP	27	843 CP
28	875 CP	29	906 CP	30	937 CP
31	953 CP	32	968 CP	33	984 CP
34	1000 CP	35	1015 CP	36	1031 CP
37	1046 CP	38	1062 CP	39	1078 CP
40	1093 CP	41	1107 CP	42	1121 CP
43	1135 CP	44	1149 CP	45	1164 CP
46	1178 CP	47	1192 CP	48	1207 CP
49	1221 CP	50	1236 CP

More 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.

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Torchic

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

Fire

More 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.

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#255
Height	0.41 m
Weight	2.5 kg
Region	Generation 3
Can be traded	Allowed
Gender	♂ 87.5% Male ♀ 12.5% Female
Buddy distance	3 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Flee Rate	10%
Catch rewards	3 100
Additional Move Cost	25 10000
Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy	15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Torchic	25 Candy	Combusken
Combusken	100 Candy	Blaziken
Blaziken	200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)	Mega Blaziken

Torchic evolves into Combusken which costs 25 Candy.
Combusken evolves into Blaziken which costs 100 Candy.
Blaziken can transform into Mega Blaziken through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.

Shadow Torchic family

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

How to purify Shadow Torchic

Purification cost	3 Candy
Purification cost	3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged Attack	Frustration
Purified Charged Attack	Return

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement type: Jumping
Movement Timer: 11s
Jump Time: 1.1s
Attack Probability: 70%
Attack Timer: 20s
Dodge Probability: 20%
Dodge Duration: 1s
Dodge Distance: 1
Action Frequency: 0.2–1.6s

Power-up costs

LVL	Stardust	Candy	Candy XL
50	624,000	406	360
40	336,000	406	12
35	228,000	274	-
30	150,000	185	-
25	96,000	136	-
20	57,000	97	-
15	30,600	67	-
10	13,200	38	-
5	3,600	18	-

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

Power-Up Cost Calculator

Sprites

Regular and Shiny Shadow Torchic

Shadow Torchic high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

Shadow Torchic Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Ruby	TORCHIC sticks with its TRAINER, following behind with unsteady steps.This POKéMON breathes fire of over 1,800 degrees F, including fireballs that leave the foe scorched black.
Sapphire	TORCHIC has a place inside its body where it keeps its flame. Give it a hug - it will be glowing with warmth.This POKéMON is covered all over by a fluffy coat of down.
Emerald	If attacked, it strikes back by spitting balls of fire it forms in its stomach. A TORCHIC dislikes darkness because it can’t see its surroundings.
FireRed, LeafGreen	It has a flame sac inside its belly that perpetually burns. It feels warm if it is hugged.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2	A fire burns inside, so it feels very warm to hug. It launches fireballs of 1,800 degrees F.
HeartGold, SoulSilver	Inside its body is a place where it keeps a small flame. Hug it! It will be as warm as a hot-water bottle.
X	It has a flame sac inside its belly that perpetually burns. It feels warm if it is hugged.
Y	A fire burns inside, so it feels very warm to hug. It launches fireballs of 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit.
Omega Ruby	Torchic sticks with its Trainer, following behind with unsteady steps. This Pokémon breathes fire of over 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit, including fireballs that leave the foe scorched black.
Alpha Sapphire	Torchic has a place inside its body where it keeps its flame. Give it a hug—it will be glowing with warmth. This Pokémon is covered all over by a fluffy coat of down.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The best moves for Shadow Torchic in Pokémon GO are Scratch and Flame Charge. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 6.17 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 39.4.

Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.

What are Shadow Torchic’s strengths and weaknesses?

Fire-type Pokémon are weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, and Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Torchic’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,093 CP and 1,236 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Torchic be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Torchic can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Torchic Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Torchic cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Torchic?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Torchic: Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, Mega Chandelure, and Mega Delphox.

Shadow Torchic Stats and Max CP

Shadow Torchic's Tier Ranking

Shadow Torchic Type Chart

Shadow Torchic takes increased damage from:

Shadow Torchic takes reduced damage from:

Fast Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Resisted by

Charged Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Fire

Evolution Chart

Shadow Torchic family

Regular and Shiny Shadow Torchic

Shadow Torchic high resolution sprites

Official artwork

Wallpaper

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

What are Shadow Torchic’s strengths and weaknesses?

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

Can Shadow Torchic be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Can Shadow Torchic Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Torchic?

Overview and stats

Shadow Torchic Stats and Max CP

Shadow Torchic's Tier Ranking

Shadow Torchic Type Chart

Shadow Torchic takes increased damage from:

Shadow Torchic takes reduced damage from:

Fast Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Resisted by

Charged Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Fire

Evolution Chart

Shadow Torchic family

Regular and Shiny Shadow Torchic

Shadow Torchic high resolution sprites

Official artwork

Wallpaper

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

What are Shadow Torchic’s strengths and weaknesses?

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

Can Shadow Torchic be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Can Shadow Torchic Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Torchic?