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    Shadow Hippowdon

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    Shadow Hippowdon is available in Pokémon GO
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    Shadow Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 3488 CP. Shadow Hippowdon best moveset in Pokémon GO is Sand Attack and Earth Power. Shiny Shadow Hippowdon is not available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Hippowdon is boosted by Sunny weather.

    Shadow Hippowdon is weak to Grass, Ice, and Water moves. It is strong against Poison, Rock, and Electric moves.

    Stats

    Max CP
    3488 CP
    Attack
    201 ATK
    Defense
    191 DEF
    Stamina
    239 STA
    Weather Boost
    • sunnySunny
    Released
    Yes Yes
    Shiny released
    No No
    Buddy distance
    3 km
    Can Dynamax
    No No
    Max Battles Tier
    -Star

    Shadow Hippowdon weaknesses and resistances

    Weaknesses

    • GrassGrass160.0%
    • IceIce160.0%
    • WaterWater160.0%

    Resistances

    • ElectricElectric39.1%
    • PoisonPoison62.5%
    • RockRock62.5%
    More informationMore information
    • Shadow Hippowdon takes increased damage from Grass, Ice, and Water type moves.
    • Shadow Hippowdon takes reduced damage from Electric, Poison, and Rock type moves.
    • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

    Shadow Hippowdon's best moves and movesets

    Moves

    Shadow Hippowdon's best moveset is Sand Attack and Earth Power, with 15.77 DPS (damage per second) and 477.3 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Sunny weather.

    GroundSand Attack
    GroundEarth Power
    DPS15.77
    TDO477.29
    Weather Boost
    • sunny

    Shadow Hippowdon moves comparison

        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.GroundSand Attack GroundEarth Power 15.77477.331.4
        2.GroundSand Attack GroundScorching Sands 15.75476.731.4
        3.GroundSand Attack GroundEarthquake 15.59471.631.0
        4.ElectricThunder Fang GroundEarth Power 15.16458.930.2
        5.ElectricThunder Fang GroundScorching Sands 15.09456.730.1
        6.FireFire Fang GroundEarth Power 15.05455.530.0
        7.GroundSand Attack RockWeather Ball 15.03454.929.9
        8.DarkBite GroundEarth Power 14.98453.429.8
        1 of 5

        Fast Attacks

        • DarkBiteDamage6Energy4Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bite
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage6
          Energy4
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy2

          Effects
          Bite has no special effects.
          See Bite details page ↗
        • FireFire FangDamage13Energy9Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Fire Fang
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage13
          Energy9
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.7s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy5

          Effects
          Fire Fang has no special effects.
          See Fire Fang details page ↗
        • ElectricThunder FangDamage10Energy13Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Thunder Fang
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy13
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy5

          Effects
          Thunder Fang has no special effects.
          See Thunder Fang details page ↗
        • IceIce FangDamage12Energy20Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ice Fang
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage12
          Energy20
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window0.4s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy5

          Effects
          Ice Fang has no special effects.
          See Ice Fang details page ↗
        • GroundSand AttackDamage4Energy7Duration0.5s
          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 Moves

        • GroundEarthquakeDamage140Energy100Duration3.5s
          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
          Damage110
          Energy65

          Effects
          Earthquake has no special effects.
          See Earthquake details page ↗
        • RockStone EdgeDamage105Energy100Duration2.5s
          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 ↗
        • NormalBody SlamDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Body Slam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage50
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.3s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage50
          Energy35

          Effects
          Body Slam has no special effects.
          See Body Slam details page ↗
        • RockWeather BallDamage55Energy33Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Weather Ball
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • BugBug
            • FireFire
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • GroundGround
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.3s - 1.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage55
          Energy35

          Effects
          Weather Ball has no special effects.
          See Weather Ball details page ↗
        • GroundEarth PowerDamage100Energy50Duration3.5s
          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
          Energy55

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Earth Power has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Earth Power 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 ↗
        • GroundScorching SandsDamage90Energy50Duration3.0s
          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 30.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Scorching Sands details page ↗
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Shadow Hippowdon's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Hippowdon'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 Hippowdon with its best moveset, we recommend to use Sand Attack/Scorching Sands. You will lose around 0.1% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Shadow Hippowdon's strongest moveset (Sand Attack/Earth Power).

        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 Hippowdon has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Shadow Hippowdon's PvE and PvP Ranking

        Shiny Pokémon icon
        RoleTier
        Raid AttackerRaid AttackerB TierExternal Link#122
        Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
        Ground Ground-type Attacker
        Sand Attack / Earth Power        		A+ TierExternal Link#18

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        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Shadow Hippowdon's has 3488 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Hippowdon obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1622 CP to 1763 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2028 CP to 2204 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Hippowdon can be found in the 1263 CP to 1322 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3488 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1263 CP - 1322 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1684 CP - 1763 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1622 CP - 1763 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        2028 CP - 2204 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.

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        143 CP2136 CP3229 CP
        4323 CP5416 CP6509 CP
        7602 CP8695 CP9788 CP
        10881 CP11970 CP121058 CP
        131146 CP141234 CP151322 CP
        161410 CP171498 CP181587 CP
        191675 CP201763 CP211851 CP
        221939 CP232027 CP242116 CP
        252204 CP262292 CP272380 CP
        282468 CP292557 CP302645 CP
        312689 CP322733 CP332777 CP
        342821 CP352865 CP362909 CP
        372953 CP382997 CP393041 CP
        403085 CP413125 CP423164 CP
        433204 CP443244 CP453284 CP
        463324 CP473365 CP483406 CP
        493447 CP503488 CP

        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Hippowdon

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

        Ground Ground

        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.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Shadow Hippowdon in Pokémon GO is 12.55%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 28.97% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 40.14%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-12.55%14.30%18.23%21.98%
                Curve20.39%23.07%28.97%34.42%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-18.23%20.66%26.05%31.08%
                Curve28.97%32.52%40.14%46.89%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 21.45%24.25%30.39%36.03%
                Curve33.67%37.63%45.98%53.21%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 28.49%32.00%39.53%46.23%
                Curve43.46%48.09%57.48%65.17%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow Hippowdon, 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

                Pokédex information

                Sinnoh
                Pokédex Number#450
                Height2 m
                Weight300 kg
                RegionSinnoh Generation 4
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate15%
                Base Flee Rate8%
                Catch rewards
                5 Candy
                300 Stardust
                Additional Move Cost
                50 Candy
                50000 Candy

                Encounter data

                No encounter data available

                How to purify Shadow Hippowdon

                Purification cost3 Candy
                3000 Stardust
                Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
                Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

                Shadow Hippowdon high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Hippowdon. 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 HippowdonShadow HippowdonShadow HippowdonShadow Hippowdon

                Shadow Hippowdon Pokédex entries

                Sinnoh
                VersionsPokédex entry
                DiamondIt blasts internally stored sand from ports on its body to create a towering twister for attack.
                PearlIts huge mouth is almost seven feet across. It has enough power to completely crush a car.
                Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It is surprisingly quick to anger. It holds its mouth agape as a display of its strength.
                HeartGold, SoulSilverIt brandishes its gaping mouth in a display of fearsome strength. It raises vast quantities of sand while attacking.
                X, Omega RubyIt brandishes its gaping mouth in a display of fearsome strength. It raises vast quantities of sand while attacking.
                Y, Alpha SapphireIt blasts internally stored sand from ports on its body to create a towering twister for attack.
                SwordStones can get stuck in the ports on their bodies. Dwebble help dislodge such stones, so Hippowdon look after these Pokémon.
                ShieldWhen roused to violence by its rage, it spews out the quantities of sand it has swallowed and whips up a sandstorm.
                Legends: ArceusShort-tempered and easily moved to violence. It whips up whirlwinds of sand to crush its foes' spirits, then goes in for the attack.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Hippowdon’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Shadow Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokémon and is weak to Grass, Ice, and Water-type moves. Shadow Hippowdon is strong against Poison, Rock, and Electric-type moves.

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

                The best moves for Shadow Hippowdon in Pokémon GO are Sand Attack and Earth Power. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.773 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 477.295.

                How does Shadow Hippowdon perform in Raids?

                Shadow Hippowdon has niche use in Raid, but is outclassed by other attackers. Ranks #122 as a Raid attacker.

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

                Shadow Hippowdon is an A+ Tier Ground-type attacker, ranking at number #18 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Hippowdon?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Hippowdon: Mega Steelix, Mega Swampert, Primal Groudon, and Mega Garchomp.

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

                Shadow Hippowdon’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3085 CP and 3488 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Hippowdon be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Hippowdon cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                Can Shadow Hippowdon Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Hippowdon cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                List of Shadow Hippowdon costumes

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                A list of Shadow Hippowdon costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available