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Shadow Flygon

Shadow Flygon (Shadow)Ground Dragon
  • sunny
  • windy
Shadow Flygon is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon

Shadow Flygon is a Ground and Dragon-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,661 CP and is weak to Ice, Dragon, and Fairy-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Sand Attack / Earth Power. It is boosted by Sunny and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Flygon Stats and Max CP

205 ATK
168 DEF
190 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3008 CP
Lvl 40
2661 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1901 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1520 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1140 CP

Shadow Flygon's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Shadow Flygon PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Flygon's problem is not just mediocre stats. It's that this Pokémon is widely outclassed by two other Dragon/Ground types, one a Pseudo Legendary and the other a Legendary, with both Pokémon also boasting Mega Evolutions to boot.

Keeping aside the Megas, even base Garchomp is stronger than Shadow Flygon by miles, with both even having the same Ground-type moves. You're any day better off using Garchomp in both ⚔️ Raids and 🛡️ Gyms, although the double weakness to Ice is a concern.

Shadow Flygon PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Ground and Dragon are both good offensive types, making Shadow Flygon pretty good in this format, especially with its spammy moveset that can trouble even the most seasoned players. While it does enjoy a bunch of interesting wins (Shadow Quagsire, Swampert, Gourgeist Super, and Galarian Moltres), it loses most of its matchups.

The silver lining is that even in losing matchups, Shadow Flygon makes an impact with its DEF debuffs and/or shield baits. Keep in mind that Shadow Vibrava is a bit better for this format.

🟡 Ultra League

With a slew of impressive wins against the likes of Giratina Altered, Kommo-o, Lickilicky, Guzzlord, Shadow Dusknoir, Greninja, and Feraligatr, Shadow Flygon is at its best in the Ultra League. More than straight wins, what makes Shadow Flygon deadly in these battles is its ability to debuff the opponent’s DEF or burn their shields, thereby functioning in a supportive role in teams.

While Shadow Flygon is definitely usable, it should be known that Zygarde Complete is the supreme Dragon/Ground Pokémon for PvP. So if you have that, just go with it, otherwise build a team where the other two Pokémon do the weightlifting while Shadow Flygon offers support.

🟣 Master League

Shadow Flygon cannot hold its own against the titans of the Master League, which includes the powerful Zygarde Complete and Garchomp, two stronger options.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#239
GroundGround-type
#21
DragonDragon-type
#66
Great LeagueGreat League
#449
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#321

Shadow Flygon Type Chart

Shadow Flygon takes increased damage from:Shadow Flygon takes increased damage from:

IceIce256.0%
DragonDragon160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%

Shadow Flygon takes reduced damage from:Shadow Flygon takes reduced damage from:

ElectricElectric24.4%
FireFire62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%
RockRock62.5%

Shadow Flygon best moveset

Moves

Sand Attack + Earth Power

Ground
GroundSand Attack
GroundEarth Power
Shadow Flygon's best Ground-type moveset is Sand Attack / Earth Power, with 14.39 DPS and 236.7 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Shadow Flygon ranks #21 (A Tier) as a Ground attacker with that moveset.
1.DragonDragon TailGroundEarth Power12.9914.92245.4
2.DragonDragon TailGroundScorching Sands12.9814.91245.2
3.DragonDragon TailNormalBoomburst12.7614.66241.2
4.DragonDragon TailGroundEarthquake12.5714.44237.6
5.DragonDragon TailDragonDragon Claw12.5714.44237.4
6.GroundSand AttackGroundEarth Power12.5314.39236.7
7.GroundSand AttackGroundScorching Sands12.4714.33235.7
8.GroundSand AttackNormalBoomburst12.3014.13232.4
1–8 of 27

Fast Attacks

  • DragonDragon Tail1481.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Tail
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage14
    Energy8
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage9
    Energy12

    Effects
    Dragon Tail has no special effects.
    See Dragon Tail details page ↗
  • GroundMud Shot460.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Mud Shot
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy9

    Effects
    Mud Shot has no special effects.
    See Mud Shot details page ↗
  • GroundSand Attack470.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Sand Attack
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage2
    Energy4

    Effects
    Sand Attack has no special effects.
    See Sand Attack details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DragonTwister50333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Twister
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy40

    Effects
    Twister has no special effects.
    See Twister 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 ↗
  • GroundSand Tomb60334.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Sand Tomb
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage60
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window1.7s - 4.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Sand Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Sand Tomb details page ↗
  • GroundEarth Power *100503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Earth Power
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.6s - 3.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Earth Power has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Earth Power 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 ↗
  • GroundScorching Sands90503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Scorching Sands
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Scorching Sands has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
    See Scorching Sands 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 ↗
  • NormalBoomburst1501002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Boomburst
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage150
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.2s - 2.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage150
    Energy70

    Effects
    Boomburst has no special effects.
    See Boomburst 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 Flygon's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Flygon'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 Flygon has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Flygon CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Flygon reaches a maximum of 2,661 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,390–1,520 CP, rising to 1,738–1,901 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,085–1,140 CP.

Max CPMax CP2661 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1085 CP - 1140 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1447 CP - 1520 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1390 CP - 1520 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1738 CP - 1901 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 Flygon Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
137 CP2117 CP3198 CP
4278 CP5358 CP6439 CP
7519 CP8599 CP9680 CP
10760 CP11836 CP12912 CP
13988 CP141064 CP151140 CP
161216 CP171292 CP181368 CP
191444 CP201520 CP211596 CP
221672 CP231748 CP241824 CP
251901 CP261977 CP272053 CP
282129 CP292205 CP302281 CP
312319 CP322357 CP332395 CP
342433 CP352471 CP362509 CP
372547 CP382585 CP392623 CP
402661 CP412695 CP422729 CP
432763 CP442797 CP452832 CP
462867 CP472902 CP482937 CP
492973 CP503008 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#330
Height2.01 m
Weight82 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate5%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
TrapinchTrapinch
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
VibravaVibrava
VibravaVibrava
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
FlygonFlygon
  • Trapinch evolves into Vibrava which costs 25 Candy.
  • Vibrava evolves into Flygon which costs 100 Candy.
How to purify Shadow Flygon
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Flygon

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

Ground Ground

Dragon Dragon

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

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

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Shadow Flygon family

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

TrapinchTrapinch
VibravaVibrava
FlygonFlygon
Dynamax Trapinch (Dynamax)Dynamax Trapinch
Dynamax Vibrava (Dynamax)Dynamax Vibrava
Dynamax Flygon (Dynamax)Dynamax Flygon
Shadow Trapinch (Shadow)Shadow Trapinch
Shadow Vibrava (Shadow)Shadow Vibrava
Shadow Flygon (Shadow)Shadow Flygon

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

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

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Shadow Flygon

Shadow Flygon high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Flygon Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyFLYGON is nicknamed “the elemental spirit of the desert.” Because its flapping wings whip up a cloud of sand, this POKéMON is always enveloped in a sandstorm while flying.
SapphireFLYGON whips up a sandstorm by flapping its wings. The wings create a series of notes that sound like singing. Because the “singing” is the only thing that can be heard in a sandstorm, this POKéMON is said to be the desert spirit.
EmeraldThe flapping of its wings sounds like singing. To prevent detection by enemies, it hides itself by flapping up a cloud of desert sand.
FireRed, LeafGreenIt hides itself by kicking up desert sand with its wings. Red covers shield its eyes from sand.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIt whips up sandstorms with powerful flaps of its wings. It is known as “The Desert Spirit.”
HeartGold, SoulSilverIt is nicknamed “The Desert Spirit” because the flapping of its wings sounds like a woman singing.
Black 2, White 2Known as “The Desert Spirit,” this Pokémon hides in the sandstorms it causes by beating its wings.
XIt hides itself by kicking up desert sand with its wings. Red covers shield its eyes from sand.
YKnown as “The Desert Spirit,” this Pokémon hides in the sandstorms it causes by beating its wings.
Omega RubyFlygon is nicknamed “the elemental spirit of the desert.” Because its flapping wings whip up a cloud of sand, this Pokémon is always enveloped in a sandstorm while flying.
Alpha SapphireFlygon whips up a sandstorm by flapping its wings. The wings create a series of notes that sound like singing. Because the “singing” is the only thing that can be heard in a sandstorm, this Pokémon is said to be the desert spirit.
SunThe flapping of its wings sounds something like singing. Those lured by the sound are enveloped in a sandstorm, becoming Flygon’s prey.
Moon, SwordThis Pokémon hides in the heart of sandstorms it creates and seldom appears where people can see it.
Ultra SunBy flapping their wings, Flygon cause sandstorms that conceal Krookodile. The team then splits the prey they catch.
Ultra MoonPeople continue to have their hearts stolen by its enchanting songs and find themselves stranded in the desert.
ShieldIt is nicknamed the Desert Spirit because the flapping of its wings sounds like a woman singing.

List of Shadow Flygon costumes

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A list of Shadow Flygon costumes available in Pokémon GO.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Flygon’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Ground and Dragon-type Pokémon, Shadow Flygon is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Flygon in Pokémon GO are Dragon Tail and Earth Power. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 14.918 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 245.382.

How does Shadow Flygon perform in Raids?

Shadow Flygon is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Shadow Flygon rank as a Ground-type attacker?

Shadow Flygon is a solid A-Tier Ground-type attacker, ranking at number #21. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

How does Shadow Flygon rank as a Dragon-type attacker?

Shadow Flygon is a C-Tier Dragon-type attacker, ranking at number #66. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Flygon?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Flygon: Mega Steelix, Mega Swampert, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, Mega Garchomp, Mega Charizard X, Mega Dragonite, Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Garchomp.

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

Shadow Flygon’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2661 CP and 3008 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Flygon be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Flygon can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Flygon Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Flygon cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.