Poison Jab + Sludge Wave
Shadow Nidoking's best Poison-type moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Wave, with 12.93 DPS and 200.0 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Shadow Nidoking ranks #25 (B Tier) as a Poison attacker with that moveset.
Shadow Nidoking is a Poison and Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,567 CP and is weak to Ground, Ice, Psychic, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Poison Jab / Sludge Wave. It is boosted by Cloudy and Sunny weather. Its shiny form is available.
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Shadow Nidoking takes increased damage from:
Ground160.0%
Ice160.0%
Psychic160.0%
Water160.0%
Shadow Nidoking takes reduced damage from:
Electric39.1%
Poison39.1%
Bug62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Fighting62.5%
Rock62.5%
| 1. | Poison Jab | Earth Power | 12.62 | 14.62 | 226.0 |
| 2. |  Fury Cutter | Earth Power | 12.31 | 14.26 | 220.4 |
| 3. | Poison Jab | Earthquake | 12.12 | 14.05 | 217.1 |
| 4. |  Double Kick | Earth Power | 11.89 | 13.78 | 213.0 |
| 5. | Poison Sting | Earth Power | 11.87 | 13.75 | 212.6 |
| 6. | Poison Jab |  Avalanche | 11.81 | 13.68 | 211.5 |
| 7. | Fury Cutter | Earthquake | 11.78 | 13.65 | 211.0 |
| 8. |  Iron Tail | Earth Power | 11.25 | 13.04 | 201.6 |
Fury Cutter *
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0.5s
| Damage | 4 |
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| Energy | 8 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 3 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 4 |
Double Kick10131.0s| Damage | 10 |
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| Energy | 13 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.8s |
| Damage | 8 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 12 |
Poison Jab1391.0s| Damage | 13 |
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| Energy | 9 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.4s - 1.0s |
| Damage | 7 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 7 |
Poison Sting460.5s| Damage | 4 |
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| Energy | 6 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 4 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 9 |
Iron Tail1461.0s| Damage | 14 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 7 |
Megahorn1051002.0s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.5s - 1.7s |
| Damage | 110 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
Sand Tomb60334.0s| Damage | 60 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 4.0s |
| Damage window | 1.7s - 4.0s |
| Damage | 55 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
SpecialSand Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:
Earth Power100503.5s| Damage | 100 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.3s |
| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
SpecialEarth Power has a 10.0% chance to:
Earthquake1401003.5s| Damage | 140 |
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| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.4s |
| Damage | 120 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 65 |
Avalanche85502.5s| Damage | 85 |
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| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.5s |
| Damage window | 1.5s - 1.9s |
| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
Frustration10332.0s| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.0s - 1.8s |
| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 70 |
Sludge Wave1051003.0s| Damage | 105 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.8s - 2.8s |
| Damage | 110 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 65 |
The following chart shows Shadow Nidoking's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Nidoking'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 Nidoking has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Shadow Nidoking reaches a maximum of 2,567 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,338–1,466 CP, rising to 1,673–1,833 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,046–1,100 CP.
 Max CP | 2567 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 1046 CP - 1100 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1395 CP - 1466 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1338 CP - 1466 CP |
| Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs | |
| 1673 CP - 1833 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs |
Shadow Nidoking Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. Pokémon GO CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36 CP | 2 | 113 CP | 3 | 191 CP |
| 4 | 268 CP | 5 | 346 CP | 6 | 423 CP |
| 7 | 501 CP | 8 | 578 CP | 9 | 656 CP |
| 10 | 733 CP | 11 | 807 CP | 12 | 880 CP |
| 13 | 953 CP | 14 | 1026 CP | 15 | 1100 CP |
| 16 | 1173 CP | 17 | 1246 CP | 18 | 1320 CP |
| 19 | 1393 CP | 20 | 1466 CP | 21 | 1540 CP |
| 22 | 1613 CP | 23 | 1687 CP | 24 | 1760 CP |
| 25 | 1833 CP | 26 | 1907 CP | 27 | 1980 CP |
| 28 | 2053 CP | 29 | 2127 CP | 30 | 2200 CP |
| 31 | 2237 CP | 32 | 2273 CP | 33 | 2310 CP |
| 34 | 2347 CP | 35 | 2383 CP | 36 | 2420 CP |
| 37 | 2457 CP | 38 | 2493 CP | 39 | 2530 CP |
| 40 | 2567 CP | 41 | 2599 CP | 42 | 2632 CP |
| 43 | 2665 CP | 44 | 2698 CP | 45 | 2732 CP |
| 46 | 2765 CP | 47 | 2799 CP | 48 | 2833 CP |
| 49 | 2867 CP | 50 | 2902 CP |
More information
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Nidoking's Poison and Ground-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Nidoking.
Poison GroundMega 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
| Pokédex Number | #34 |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.4 m |
| Weight | 62 kg |
| Region | Generation 1 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 5% |
| Catch rewards |  10 500 |
| Additional Move Cost | 5050000 |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Nidoking in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Nidoran♂
Nidorino
Nidoking
Shadow Nidoran♂
Shadow Nidorino
Shadow Nidoking| Purification cost | 3 Candy |
|---|---|
| 3000 Stardust | |
| Shadow Charged Attack | Frustration |
| Purified Charged Attack | Return |
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| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 14s |
| Jump Time | 1s |
| Attack Probability | 70.0% |
| Attack Timer | 5s |
| Dodge Probability | 20.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
| 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 Nidoking Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Nidoking 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 Nidoking in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Nidoking. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.
A list of Shadow Nidoking costumes available in Pokémon GO.
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Red, Blue | It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey's bones. |
| Yellow | Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond. |
| Gold | It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body. |
| Silver | Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can snap the victim's spine quite easily. |
| Crystal | It uses its thick arms, legs and tail to attack forcefully. Melee combat is its specialty. |
| Ruby, Sapphire | NIDOKING’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this POKéMON goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. |
| Emerald | A NIDOKING’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power capable of toppling a metal transmission tower. Once it goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. |
| FireRed | It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn as it contains venom. |
| LeafGreen | It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey’s bones. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2 | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
| HeartGold | It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body. |
| SoulSilver | Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can render the victim helpless quite easily. |
| X | It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom. |
| Y | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
| Omega Ruby | Nidoking’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Nidoking’s thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. |
| Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee! | Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond. |
| Sword | When it goes on a rampage, it’s impossible to control. But in the presence of a Nidoqueen it’s lived with for a long time, Nidoking calms down. |
| Shield | Nidoking prides itself on its strength. It’s forceful and spirited in battle, making use of its thick tail and diamond-crushing horn. |
The best moves for Shadow Nidoking in Pokémon GO are Poison Jab and Sludge Wave. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.93 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 200.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Poison and Ground-type Pokémon are weak to Ground, Ice, Psychic, and Water-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Rock, Electric, and Poison-type moves.
Shadow Nidoking’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2,567 CP and 2,902 CP at Level 50.
Shadow Nidoking can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Shadow Nidoking cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Nidoking: Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, Mega Gengar, Mega Steelix, Mega Swampert, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, and Mega Garchomp.
Regular Shadow Nidoking
Shiny Shadow Nidoking
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