Shadow Cradily

Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow CradilyRock Grass
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Shadow Cradily is a Rock and Grass-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 2499 CP. Shadow Cradily best moveset in Pokémon GO is Infestation and Grass Knot. Shiny Shadow Cradily is not available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Cradily is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Sunny weather.

Shadow Cradily is weak to Bug, Fighting, Ice, and Steel moves. It is strong against Electric and Normal moves.

Stats

Max CP
2499 CP
Attack
152 ATK
Defense
194 DEF
Stamina
200 STA
Weather Boost
  • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
  • sunnySunny
Released
Yes Yes
Shiny released
No No
Buddy distance
3 km
Can Dynamax
No No
Max Battles Tier
-Star

Shadow Cradily weaknesses and resistances

Weaknesses

  • BugBug160.0%
  • FightingFighting160.0%
  • IceIce160.0%
  • SteelSteel160.0%

Resistances

  • ElectricElectric62.5%
  • NormalNormal62.5%
More informationMore information
  • Shadow Cradily takes increased damage from Bug, Fighting, Ice, and Steel type moves.
  • Shadow Cradily takes reduced damage from Electric and Normal type moves.
  • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

Shadow Cradily's best moves and movesets

Moves

Shadow Cradily's best moveset is Infestation and Grass Knot, with 12.99 DPS (damage per second) and 337.5 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain and Sunny weather.

Best Shadow Cradily moves
DPS12.99
TDO337.49
Score25.1
Weather Boost
  • rain
  • sunny

Shadow Cradily moves comparison

      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.BugInfestation GrassGrass Knot 12.99337.525.1
      2.GrassBullet Seed GrassGrass Knot 12.88334.724.9
      3.BugInfestation RockRock Slide 11.92309.823.0
      4.GrassBullet Seed RockRock Slide 11.81307.022.8
      5.PoisonAcid GrassGrass Knot 10.88282.820.4
      6.BugInfestation RockStone Edge 10.51273.019.3
      7.GrassBullet Seed RockStone Edge 10.36269.318.9
      8.PoisonAcid RockRock Slide 10.08262.118.1
      9.BugInfestation GroundBulldoze 8.93232.014.7
      10.GrassBullet Seed GroundBulldoze 8.84229.714.5
      11.PoisonAcid RockStone Edge 8.65224.813.9
      12.PoisonAcid GroundBulldoze 7.99207.612.0
      1 of 2

      Fast Attacks

      • PoisonAcidDamage9Energy8Duration0.8s
        Toggle more information for move: Acid
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GrassGrass
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • PoisonPoison
          • GroundGround
          • RockRock
          • GhostGhost
        • 39.1%
          • SteelSteel
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage9
        Energy8
        Weather boost
        • cloudyCloudy
        Duration0.8s
        Damage window0.4s - 0.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage6
        Energy5

        Effects
        Acid has no special effects.
        See Acid details page ↗
      • BugInfestationDamage10Energy14Duration1.1s
        Toggle more information for move: Infestation
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GrassGrass
          • PsychicPsychic
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • GhostGhost
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage10
        Energy14
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration1.1s
        Damage window0.8s - 1.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage6
        Energy12

        Effects
        Infestation has no special effects.
        See Infestation details page ↗
      • GrassBullet SeedDamage8Energy14Duration1.1s
        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
        Damage8
        Energy14
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration1.1s
        Damage window0.8s - 1.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage5
        Energy13

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

      Charged Moves

      • RockStone EdgeDamage100Energy100Duration2.3s
        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
        Damage100
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration2.3s
        Damage window0.7s - 2.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage100
        Energy55

        Effects
        Stone Edge has no special effects.
        See Stone Edge details page ↗
      • RockRock SlideDamage80Energy50Duration2.7s
        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
        Damage80
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration2.7s
        Damage window1.5s - 2.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage65
        Energy45

        Effects
        Rock Slide has no special effects.
        See Rock Slide details page ↗
      • GroundBulldozeDamage80Energy50Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Bulldoze
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • PoisonPoison
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • ElectricElectric
        • 62.5%
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 39.1%
          • FlyingFlying
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage80
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window2.6s - 3.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage80
        Energy60

        Effects
        Bulldoze has no special effects.
        See Bulldoze details page ↗
      • GrassGrass KnotDamage90Energy50Duration2.6s
        Toggle more information for move: Grass Knot
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GroundGround
          • RockRock
          • WaterWater
        • 62.5%
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • GrassGrass
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage90
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration2.6s
        Damage window1.7s - 2.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage90
        Energy50

        Effects
        Grass Knot has no special effects.
        See Grass Knot details page ↗
      • NormalFrustrationDamage10Energy33Duration2.0s
        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 Cradily's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Cradily's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

      If you are unable to get Shadow Cradily with its best moveset, we recommend to use Bullet Seed/Grass Knot. You will lose around 0.8% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Shadow Cradily's strongest moveset (Infestation/Grass Knot).

      Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Cradily has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

      Shadow Cradily's PvE and PvP Ranking

      Shiny Pokémon icon
      RoleTier
      Rock Rock-type Attacker
      Infestation / Rock Slide
      C TierExternal Link#49
      Grass Grass-type Attacker
      Bullet Seed / Grass Knot
      D TierExternal Link#53
      Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

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      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

      Shadow Cradily's has 2499 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Cradily obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1144 CP to 1263 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1430 CP to 1579 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Cradily can be found in the 897 CP to 947 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP2499 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch897 CP - 947 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs1196 CP - 1263 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids1144 CP - 1263 CP
      Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
      • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
      • sunnySunny
      1430 CP - 1579 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 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 guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

      Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Cradily

      Photobomb

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

      Rock Rock

      Grass Grass

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega 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 BonusWhile 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.

      Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

      LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
      131 CP298 CP3164 CP
      4231 CP5298 CP6364 CP
      7431 CP8498 CP9565 CP
      10631 CP11695 CP12758 CP
      13821 CP14884 CP15947 CP
      161010 CP171073 CP181137 CP
      191200 CP201263 CP211326 CP
      221389 CP231452 CP241516 CP
      251579 CP261642 CP271705 CP
      281768 CP291832 CP301895 CP
      311926 CP321958 CP331990 CP
      342021 CP352053 CP362084 CP
      372116 CP382147 CP392179 CP
      402211 CP412239 CP422267 CP
      432295 CP442324 CP452353 CP
      462382 CP472411 CP482440 CP
      492469 CP502499 CP

      Shadow Cradily evolution chart

      Family
      PokémonRequiresEvolution
      Shadow Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Shadow LileepShadow Lileep
      • Candy Icon50 Candy
      Shadow Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Shadow CradilyShadow Cradily
      • Shadow Lileep evolves into Shadow Cradily which costs 50 Candy.

      Pokédex information

      Hoenn
      Pokédex Number#346
      Height1.5 m
      Weight60.4 kg
      RegionHoenn Generation 3
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate20%
      Base Flee Rate6%
      Catch rewards
      5 Candy
      300 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      50 Candy
      50000 Candy

      Encounter data

      No encounter data available


      How to purify Shadow Cradily

      Purification cost3 Candy
      3000 Stardust
      Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
      Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Shadow Cradily in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow Cradily, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                List of Shadow Cradily costumes

                Photobomb

                A list of Shadow Cradily costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available

                Shadow Cradily high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Cradily. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Wallpaper

                Shadow CradilyShadow CradilyShadow CradilyShadow Cradily

                Shadow Cradily Pokédex entries

                Hoenn
                VersionsPokédex entry
                RubyCRADILY roams around the ocean floor in search of food. This POKéMON freely extends its tree trunk-like neck and captures unwary prey using its eight tentacles.
                SapphireCRADILY’s body serves as an anchor, preventing it from being washed away in rough seas. This POKéMON secretes a strong digestive fluid from its tentacles.
                EmeraldIt drags its heavy body along the seafloor. It makes its nest in the shallows of warm seas. CRADILY can be seen on beaches when the tide goes out.
                FireRed, LeafGreenIt ensnares prey with its eight tentacles. It then melts the prey with a strong acid before feeding.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It lives in the shallows of warm seas. When the tide goes out, it digs up prey from beaches.
                HeartGold, SoulSilverIt lives in warm seas. Its heavy body weighs it down so it won’t get washed away in rough weather.
                XIt lives in the shallows of warm seas. When the tide goes out, it digs up prey from beaches.
                YIt ensnares prey with its eight tentacles. It then melts the prey with a strong acid before feeding.
                Omega RubyCradily roams around the ocean floor in search of food. This Pokémon freely extends its tree trunk-like neck and captures unwary prey using its eight tentacles.
                Alpha SapphireCradily’s body serves as an anchor, preventing it from being washed away in rough seas. This Pokémon secretes a strong digestive fluid from its tentacles.
                Ultra SunNormally, it lived on shallow sea shoals. When the tide went out, this Pokémon came up on land to search for prey.
                Ultra MoonThis carnivorous Pokémon lived in primordial seas. It catches prey in its eight tentacles and dissolves them with digestive fluid as it eats.
                SwordIt has short legs and can’t walk very fast, but its neck and tentacles can extend to over three times their usual length to nab distant prey.
                ShieldOnce Cradily catches prey in its tentacles, it digests them whole and absorbs their nutrients.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Cradily’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Shadow Cradily is a Rock and Grass-type Pokémon and is weak to Bug, Fighting, Ice, and Steel-type moves. Shadow Cradily is strong against Electric and Normal-type moves.

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

                The best moves for Shadow Cradily in Pokémon GO are Infestation and Grass Knot. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.987 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 337.491.

                How does Shadow Cradily perform in Raids?

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

                How does Shadow Cradily rank as a Rock-type attacker?

                Shadow Cradily is a C-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #49. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

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

                Shadow Cradily is a D-Tier Grass-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Cradily?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Cradily: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Venusaur, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, and Mega Abomasnow.

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

                Shadow Cradily’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2211 CP and 2499 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Cradily be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Cradily cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                Can Shadow Cradily Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Cradily cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.