Shellos (West Sea)
Shellos (West Sea) is a Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,136 CP and is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Mud-Slap / Mud Bomb. It is boosted by Rain weather. Its shiny form is available.
Shellos (West Sea) Stats and Max CP
Shellos (West Sea)'s Tier Ranking
Shellos (West Sea) Type Chart
Shellos (West Sea) takes increased damage from:
Shellos (West Sea) takes reduced damage from:
Shellos (West Sea) best moveset
| 1. | 4.20 | 5.03 | 62.8 | ||
| 2. | 4.16 | 4.99 | 62.3 | ||
| 3. | 4.13 | 4.95 | 61.8 | ||
| 4. | 3.93 | 4.71 | 58.8 | ||
| 5. | 3.86 | 4.63 | 57.8 | ||
| 6. | 3.82 | 4.58 | 57.3 |
Fast Attacks
Mud-Slap19
13
1.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Poison
Rock
Steel
Fire
Electric
- 62.5%
Bug
Grass
- 39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 19 Energy 13 Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 1.5s Damage window 1.3s - 1.4s Trainer Battles Damage 11 Energy 10 Effects Mud-Slap has no special effects.See Mud-Slap details page ↗
Hidden Power15
15
1.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
Rock
Steel
- 39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 15 Energy 15 Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 1.5s Damage window 1.1s - 1.4s Trainer Battles Damage 9 Energy 8 Effects Hidden Power has no special effects.See Hidden Power details page ↗
Charged Attacks
Mud Bomb60
33
2.5s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Poison
Rock
Steel
Fire
Electric
- 62.5%
Bug
Grass
- 39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 60 Energy 33 Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.5s Damage window 1.9s - 2.3s Trainer Battles Damage 65 Energy 45 Effects Mud Bomb has no special effects.See Mud Bomb details page ↗
Body Slam50
33
2.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 62.5%
Rock
Steel
- 39.1%
Ghost
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 50 Energy 33 Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 2.0s Damage window 1.3s - 1.8s Trainer Battles Damage 65 Energy 40 Effects Body Slam has no special effects.See Body Slam details page ↗
Water Pulse65
50
3.0s
Type effectiveness chart - 160.0%
Ground
Rock
Fire
- 62.5%
Water
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles Damage 65 Energy 50 Weather boost
Rain
Duration 3.0s Damage window 2.0s - 2.7s Trainer Battles Damage 80 Energy 50 Effects Water Pulse has no special effects.See Water Pulse details page ↗
More information
The following chart shows Shellos (West Sea)'s DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shellos (West Sea)'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 Shellos (West Sea) has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Shellos (West Sea) CP Chart
Shellos (West Sea) reaches a maximum of 1,136 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 600–649 CP, rising to 751–811 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 450–486 CP.
| 1136 CP | |
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
| 450 CP - 486 CP | |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 600 CP - 649 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 600 CP - 649 CP | |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 751 CP - 811 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Max Combat Power per Level chart
Shellos (West Sea) Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 CP | 2 | 50 CP | 3 | 84 CP |
| 4 | 118 CP | 5 | 153 CP | 6 | 187 CP |
| 7 | 221 CP | 8 | 256 CP | 9 | 290 CP |
| 10 | 324 CP | 11 | 357 CP | 12 | 389 CP |
| 13 | 422 CP | 14 | 454 CP | 15 | 486 CP |
| 16 | 519 CP | 17 | 551 CP | 18 | 584 CP |
| 19 | 616 CP | 20 | 649 CP | 21 | 681 CP |
| 22 | 714 CP | 23 | 746 CP | 24 | 779 CP |
| 25 | 811 CP | 26 | 843 CP | 27 | 876 CP |
| 28 | 908 CP | 29 | 941 CP | 30 | 973 CP |
| 31 | 990 CP | 32 | 1006 CP | 33 | 1022 CP |
| 34 | 1038 CP | 35 | 1054 CP | 36 | 1071 CP |
| 37 | 1087 CP | 38 | 1103 CP | 39 | 1119 CP |
| 40 | 1136 CP | 41 | 1150 CP | 42 | 1164 CP |
| 43 | 1179 CP | 44 | 1194 CP | 45 | 1209 CP |
| 46 | 1223 CP | 47 | 1238 CP | 48 | 1253 CP |
| 49 | 1269 CP | 50 | 1284 CP |
More 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.
Mega Pokémon that boost Shellos (West Sea)
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shellos (West Sea)'s Water-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shellos (West Sea).
Water
More 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.
Pokédex information
| Pokédex Number | #422 |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.3 m |
| Weight | 6.3 kg |
| Region | Generation 4 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 10% |
| Catch rewards | |
| Additional Move Cost |
Evolution Chart
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
Shellos (West Sea) |
| Gastrodon (West Sea) |
- Shellos (West Sea) evolves into Gastrodon (West Sea) which costs 50 Candy.
Shellos (West Sea) family
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shellos (West Sea) in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Shellos (East Sea)
Gastrodon (East Sea)
Shellos (West Sea)
Gastrodon (West Sea)Size information
Shellos (West Sea)'s height ranges from 0.15 m to 0.53 m, with the average being 0.3 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.
| XXS | XS | M | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| 0.15 m | 0.15 m | 0.3 m | 0.45 m | 0.53 m |
Size bounds
This table shows the size bounds of Shellos (West Sea) in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.147 m | 0.15 m |
| 0′06″ | 0′06″ | |
| XS | 0.15 m | 0.3 m |
| 0′06″ | 0′12″ | |
| M | 0.225 m | 0.375 m |
| 0′09″ | 1′03″ | |
| XL | 0.375 m | 0.45 m |
| 1′03″ | 1′06″ | |
| XXL | 0.45 m | 0.525 m |
| 1′06″ | 1′09″ |
Encounter data
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 10s |
| Jump Time | 1s |
| Attack Probability | 30.0% |
| Attack Timer | 29s |
| Dodge Probability | 10.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
Power-up costs
| LVL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 520,000 | 304 | 296 |
| 40 | 280,000 | 304 | 10 |
| 35 | 190,000 | 196 | - |
| 30 | 125,000 | 126 | - |
| 25 | 80,000 | 87 | - |
| 20 | 47,500 | 58 | - |
| 15 | 25,500 | 38 | - |
| 10 | 11,000 | 19 | - |
| 5 | 3,000 | 9 | - |
Shellos (West Sea) Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shellos (West Sea) from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Shellos (West Sea) in Pokémon GO.
Sprites
Regular and Shiny Shellos (West Sea)
Shellos (West Sea) high resolution sprites
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shellos (West Sea). 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

Wallpaper
Shellos (West Sea) Pokédex entries
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Diamond | Its colors and shapes differ from region to region. In the Sinnoh region, two types are confirmed. |
| Pearl | It lives along bodies of water. Its body shape has changed to suit its habitat. |
| Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2 | Beware of pushing strongly on its squishy body, as it makes a mysterious purple fluid ooze out. |
| HeartGold, SoulSilver | Its shape and coloration vary, depending on its habitat. |
| X, Omega Ruby | Beware of pushing strongly on its squishy body, as it makes a mysterious purple fluid ooze out. |
| Y, Alpha Sapphire | Its shape and coloration vary, depending on its habitat. |
| Sun | For the most part, it makes its home along the seashore. Its color and form differ according to its habitat and the quality of its food. |
| Moon | Purple mucus sticks to the hands of anyone who touches it. Take care, as the substance is troublesome to wash off. |
| Ultra Sun | While they normally live in the sea, they can function on land, too, until their skin dries out. |
| Ultra Moon | When it senses danger, a purple liquid oozes out of it. The liquid is thought to be something like greasy sweat. |
| Sword | This Pokémon’s habitat shapes its physique. According to some theories, life in warm ocean waters causes this variation to develop. |
| Shield | Subjecting this Pokémon to a strong force causes it to secrete a strange purple fluid. Though harmless, the fluid is awfully sticky. |
| Legends: Arceus | Found in abundance on seashores bordering warm waters. Shellos are unexpectedly friendly and will crawl toward any person they see. Take care not to get coated in mucus! |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best moves for Shellos (West Sea) in Pokémon GO?
The best moves for Shellos (West Sea) in Pokémon GO are Mud-Slap and Mud Bomb. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 5.03 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 62.8.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
What are Shellos (West Sea)’s strengths and weaknesses?
Water-type Pokémon are weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. They take reduced damage from Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water-type moves.
What is Shellos (West Sea)’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?
Shellos (West Sea)’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,136 CP and 1,284 CP at Level 50.
Can Shellos (West Sea) be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Shellos (West Sea) can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Can Shellos (West Sea) Dynamax in Pokémon GO?
Shellos (West Sea) cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
What Mega Pokémon boost Shellos (West Sea)?
The following Mega Pokémon boost Shellos (West Sea): Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Greninja.

















