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Shadow Combusken

Shadow Combusken (Shadow)Fire Fighting
  • sunny
  • cloudy
Shadow Combusken is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Combusken is a Fire and Fighting-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,652 CP and is weak to Flying, Ground, Psychic, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Ember / Flamethrower. It is boosted by Sunny and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Combusken Stats and Max CP

163 ATK
115 DEF
155 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
1868 CP
Lvl 40
1652 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1180 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
944 CP
Lvl 15 Research
708 CP

Shadow Combusken's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
FireFire-type
#156
Great LeagueGreat League
#616

Shadow Combusken Type Chart

Shadow Combusken takes increased damage from:Shadow Combusken takes increased damage from:

FlyingFlying160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Shadow Combusken takes reduced damage from:Shadow Combusken takes reduced damage from:

BugBug39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
FireFire62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%
IceIce62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%

Shadow Combusken best moveset

Moves

Ember + Flamethrower

Fire
FireEmber
FireFlamethrower
Shadow Combusken's best Fire-type moveset is Ember / Flamethrower, with 9.35 DPS and 90.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Shadow Combusken ranks #156 (E Tier) as a Fire attacker with that moveset.
1.FireEmberFireFlamethrower7.449.3590.2
2.FireEmberRockRock Slide6.918.6883.8
3.FlyingPeckFireFlamethrower6.828.5782.7
4.FireEmberFireFlame Charge6.688.4081.0
5.FlyingPeckRockRock Slide6.317.9476.6
6.FlyingPeckFireFlame Charge6.257.8675.8
7.FireEmberNormalFrustration00.100
8.FlyingPeckNormalFrustration00.100
1–8 of 8

Fast Attacks

  • FireEmber10101.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Ember
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage10
    Energy10
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Ember has no special effects.
    See Ember details page ↗
  • FlyingPeck10101.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Peck
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage10
    Energy10
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.5s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

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

Charged Attacks

  • FireFlame Charge70334.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Flame Charge
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window3.1s - 3.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage65
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Flame Charge has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Flame Charge details page ↗
  • FireFlamethrower65502.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Flamethrower
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Flamethrower has no special effects.
    See Flamethrower 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 ↗
  • RockRock Slide75502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Rock Slide
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage75
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy45

    Effects
    Rock Slide has no special effects.
    See Rock Slide details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Shadow Combusken CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Combusken reaches a maximum of 1,652 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 841–944 CP, rising to 1,052–1,180 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 665–708 CP.

Max CPMax CP1652 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch665 CP - 708 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs886 CP - 944 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids841 CP - 944 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1052 CP - 1180 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 Combusken Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
123 CP273 CP3123 CP
4173 CP5222 CP6272 CP
7322 CP8372 CP9422 CP
10472 CP11519 CP12566 CP
13613 CP14661 CP15708 CP
16755 CP17802 CP18849 CP
19897 CP20944 CP21991 CP
221038 CP231086 CP241133 CP
251180 CP261227 CP271275 CP
281322 CP291369 CP301416 CP
311440 CP321463 CP331487 CP
341511 CP351534 CP361558 CP
371581 CP381605 CP391629 CP
401652 CP411673 CP421694 CP
431716 CP441737 CP451758 CP
461780 CP471802 CP481824 CP
491846 CP501868 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#256
Height0.89 m
Weight19.5 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate7.000000000000001%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy25
Stardust10000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
TorchicTorchic
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
CombuskenCombusken
CombuskenCombusken
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
BlazikenBlaziken
BlazikenBlaziken
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Blaziken (Mega)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.
How to purify Shadow Combusken
Purification cost3 Candy
3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Combusken

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

Fire Fire

Fighting Fighting

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

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

Power-Up Calculator

Shadow Combusken family

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

TorchicTorchic
CombuskenCombusken
BlazikenBlaziken
Mega Blaziken (Mega)Mega Blaziken
Shadow Torchic (Shadow)Shadow Torchic
Shadow Combusken (Shadow)Shadow Combusken
Shadow Blaziken (Shadow)Shadow Blaziken

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 Combusken

Shadow Combusken high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Combusken Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyCOMBUSKEN toughens up its legs and thighs by running through fields and mountains. This POKéMON’s legs possess both speed and power, enabling it to dole out ten kicks in one second.
SapphireCOMBUSKEN battles with the intensely hot flames it spews from its beak and with outstandingly destructive kicks. This POKéMON’s cry is very loud and distracting.
EmeraldIt lashes out with 10 kicks per second. Its strong fighting instinct compels it to keep up its offensive until the opponent gives up.
FireRed, LeafGreenIt boosts its concentration by emitting harsh cries. Its kicks have outstanding destructive power.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2Its kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes.
HeartGold, SoulSilverDuring a battle, the hot flame in its body increases. Its kicks have outstanding destructive power.
XIts kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes.
YDuring a battle, the hot flame in its body increases. Its kicks have outstanding destructive power.
Omega RubyCombusken toughens up its legs and thighs by running through fields and mountains. This Pokémon’s legs possess both speed and power, enabling it to dole out 10 kicks in one second.
Alpha SapphireCombusken battles with the intensely hot flames it spews from its beak and with outstandingly destructive kicks. This Pokémon’s cry is very loud and distracting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Combusken’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fire and Fighting-type Pokémon, Shadow Combusken is weak to Flying, Ground, Psychic, and Water-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Combusken in Pokémon GO are Ember and Flamethrower. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 9.354 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 90.234.

How does Shadow Combusken perform in Raids?

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

How does Shadow Combusken rank as a Fire-type attacker?

Shadow Combusken is an E-Tier Fire-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Combusken?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Combusken: Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, Mega Delphox, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Heracross, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Staraptor, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gallade, Mega Chesnaught, and Mega Falinks.

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

Shadow Combusken’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1652 CP and 1868 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Combusken be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Combusken can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Combusken Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Combusken cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.