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Shadow Absol

Shadow Absol (Shadow)Dark
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Shadow Absol is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon

Shadow Absol is a Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,526 CP and is weak to Bug, Fairy, and Fighting-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Snarl / Brutal Swing. It is boosted by Fog weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Absol Stats and Max CP

246 ATK
120 DEF
163 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2856 CP
Lvl 40
2526 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1805 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1443 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1083 CP

Shadow Absol's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Shadow Absol PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Dark types are popular PvE picks as they not only deal super-effective damage to Psychic (held by many Legendaries) but they also resist Psychic-type damage. Shadow Absol is a dominant force in this role, dealing one of the highest damage output among all Dark types in Pokémon GO! 😲

⚔️ Raids

In Damage Per Second (DPS) figures, Shadow Absol is just behind Mega Absol among all Dark types! However, it is extremely frail, making dodging mandatory in Raids.

🛡️ Gyms

Fighting-type Pokémon are some of the most common Gym attackers and Shadow Absol melts even to their Fast Moves. Needless to say, any Fighting-type Charged Move OHKOs it. 😶

💎 The best PvE moves for Shadow Absol are Snarl and Brutal Swing.

Shadow Absol PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Shadow Absol has a difficult time in the Great League due its ATK oriented stats squeezing its bulk to even lower values. It can beat Ghost types but that's about it. Use Sableye or Mandibuzz instead.

🟡 Ultra League

The power level in the Ultra League is too overwhelming for Shadow Absol going by how flimsy it is. To its credit, it can beat Giratina Altered and Guzzlord, as well as a couple of Ghost Pokémon like Skeledirge and Dusknoir. This is where it ends for Shadow Absol as it can not muster any more wins without enough shields.

As a lead, however, it is quite good. Taking advantage of its strong moves and high ATK, Shadow Absol slays Pokemon like Cresselia, Registeel, Jellicent, Shadow and regular Feraligatr, Venusaur, Drifblim, Bellibolt, Ampharos, Cradily, and Corviknight in (2-2) shields. 👏

As long as you get a favorable matchup for Shadow Absol in the (2-2), you stand to benefit a lot from this Pokémon.

🟣 Master League

Shadow Absol’s low bulk cannot help it sustain in the Master League.

💎 The best PvP moves for Shadow Absol are Snarl, Brutal Swing and Megahorn.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#120
DarkDark-type
#12
Great LeagueGreat League
#681
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#570

Shadow Absol Type Chart

Shadow Absol takes increased damage from:Shadow Absol takes increased damage from:

BugBug160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
FightingFighting160.0%

Shadow Absol takes reduced damage from:Shadow Absol takes reduced damage from:

PsychicPsychic39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
GhostGhost62.5%

Shadow Absol best moveset

Moves

Snarl + Brutal Swing

Dark
DarkSnarl
DarkBrutal Swing
Shadow Absol's best Dark-type moveset is Snarl / Brutal Swing, with 17.74 DPS and 186.5 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Shadow Absol ranks #12 (A Tier) as a Dark attacker with that moveset.
1.DarkSnarlDarkBrutal Swing14.3817.74186.5
2.PsychicPsycho CutDarkBrutal Swing13.3016.41172.5
3.DarkSnarlDarkDark Pulse12.3315.22160.0
4.DarkSnarlDarkPayback11.6614.39151.3
5.DarkSnarlBugMegahorn11.3013.95146.6
6.PsychicPsycho CutDarkDark Pulse11.0713.66143.6
7.DarkSnarlElectricThunder10.7013.22138.9
8.PsychicPsycho CutDarkPayback9.9212.25128.8
1–8 of 12

Fast Attacks

  • DarkSnarl11131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Snarl
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage11
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy13

    Effects
    Snarl has no special effects.
    See Snarl details page ↗
  • PsychicPsycho Cut470.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Psycho Cut
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Psycho Cut has no special effects.
    See Psycho Cut details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • BugMegahorn1051002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Megahorn
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • PsychicPsychic
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • GhostGhost
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy55

    Effects
    Megahorn has no special effects.
    See Megahorn details page ↗
  • DarkDark Pulse80503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Dark Pulse
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Dark Pulse has no special effects.
    See Dark Pulse details page ↗
  • DarkPayback951002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Payback
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window0.9s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy60

    Effects
    Payback has no special effects.
    See Payback details page ↗
  • DarkBrutal Swing *65332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Brutal Swing
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Brutal Swing has no special effects.
    See Brutal Swing details page ↗
  • ElectricThunder1001002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Thunder
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • GrassGrass
      • ElectricElectric
      • DragonDragon
    • 39.1%
      • GroundGround
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy60

    Effects
    Thunder has no special effects.
    See Thunder 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 ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Shadow Absol CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Absol reaches a maximum of 2,526 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,312–1,443 CP, rising to 1,640–1,805 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,027–1,083 CP.

Max CPMax CP2526 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1027 CP - 1083 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1370 CP - 1443 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1312 CP - 1443 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1640 CP - 1805 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 Absol Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
135 CP2112 CP3188 CP
4264 CP5340 CP6417 CP
7493 CP8569 CP9645 CP
10722 CP11794 CP12866 CP
13938 CP141010 CP151083 CP
161155 CP171227 CP181299 CP
191371 CP201443 CP211516 CP
221588 CP231660 CP241732 CP
251805 CP261877 CP271949 CP
282021 CP292093 CP302166 CP
312202 CP322238 CP332274 CP
342310 CP352346 CP362382 CP
372418 CP382454 CP392490 CP
402526 CP412559 CP422591 CP
432623 CP442656 CP452689 CP
462722 CP472755 CP482789 CP
492822 CP502856 CP

Pokédex information

Hoenn
Pokédex Number#359
Height1.2 m
Weight47 kg
RegionGeneration 3
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate10%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
AbsolAbsol
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Absol (Mega)Mega Absol
  • Absol can transform into Mega Absol through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Absol
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Absol

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

Dark Dark

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

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

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Shadow Absol family

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

AbsolAbsol
Mega Absol (Mega)Mega Absol
Mega Absol Z (Mega Z)Mega Absol Z
Shadow Absol (Shadow)Shadow Absol

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 Absol

Shadow Absol high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Absol Pokédex entries

Hoenn
VersionsPokédex entry
RubyEvery time ABSOL appears before people, it is followed by a disaster such as an earthquake or a tidal wave. As a result, it came to be known as the disaster POKéMON.
SapphireABSOL has the ability to foretell the coming of natural disasters. It lives in a harsh, rugged mountain environment. This POKéMON very rarely ventures down from the mountains.
EmeraldIt sharply senses even subtle changes in the sky and the land to predict natural disasters. It is a long-lived POKéMON that has a life-span of 100 years.
FireRed, LeafGreenIt appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom-bringer.
Diamond, PearlIt senses coming disasters and appears before people only to warn them of impending danger.
Platinum, Black, WhiteRumored to sense disasters with its horn, it became a target. It fled deep into the mountains.
HeartGold, SoulSilverIt has the ability to foretell natural disasters. Its life span is over a hundred years.
Black 2, White 2It appears from deep in the mountains to warn people about upcoming disasters it has sensed with its horn.
XIt senses coming disasters and appears before people only to warn them of impending danger.
YIt appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom bringer.
Omega RubyEvery time Absol appears before people, it is followed by a disaster such as an earthquake or a tidal wave. As a result, it came to be known as the disaster Pokémon.
Alpha SapphireAbsol has the ability to foretell the coming of natural disasters. It lives in a harsh, rugged mountain environment. This Pokémon very rarely ventures down from the mountains.
SunLong ago, superstitions were spread about it, saying it brought disaster. This fed a hatred of it, and it was driven deep into the mountains.
MoonAlthough it’s said to bring disaster, in actuality, this Pokémon possesses a calm disposition and warns people of any crises that loom.
Ultra SunThe only thing unlucky about Absol is its appearance. It protects fields and warns people of disaster, so one ought to be grateful for it.
Ultra MoonThe elderly call it the disaster Pokémon and detest it, but interest in its power to predict disasters is on the rise.
SwordSwift as the wind, Absol races through fields and mountains. Its curved, bow-like horn is acutely sensitive to the warning signs of natural disasters.
ShieldBecause of this Pokémon’s ability to detect danger, people mistook Absol as a bringer of doom.

List of Shadow Absol costumes

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A list of Shadow Absol costumes available in Pokémon GO.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Absol’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Dark-type Pokémon, Shadow Absol is weak to Bug, Fairy, and Fighting-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Absol in Pokémon GO are Snarl and Brutal Swing. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 17.738 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 186.455.

How does Shadow Absol perform in Raids?

Shadow Absol struggles to perform in Raids.

How does Shadow Absol rank as a Dark-type attacker?

Shadow Absol is a solid A-Tier Dark-type attacker, ranking at number #12. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Absol?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Absol: Mega Gyarados, Mega Houndoom, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Sableye, Mega Sharpedo, Mega Absol, Mega Greninja, and Mega Malamar.

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

Shadow Absol’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2526 CP and 2856 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Absol be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Absol can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Absol Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Absol cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.