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Shadow Dialga

Shadow Dialga (Shadow)Steel Dragon
  • snow
  • windy
Shadow Dialga is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Dialga is a Legendary Steel and Dragon-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 4,038 CP and is weak to Fighting and Ground-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Metal Claw / Iron Head. It is boosted by Snow and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Dialga Stats and Max CP

275 ATK
211 DEF
205 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4565 CP
Lvl 40
4038 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2884 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
2307 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1731 CP

Shadow Dialga 's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Shadow Dialga PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Dialga is a welcome addition to both the Steel and Dragon type meta. While the drop in Defense may seem concerning, Dialga’s natural bulk and plethora of resistances dampen out the nerf. Shadow Dialga is always in the top bracket of attackers but is also outclassed by a few Pokémon. 🙂

⚔️ Raids

As a Steel type, Shadow Dialga is just behind Dusk Mane Necrozma and Shadow Metagross in performance. However, both DM Necrozma and Shadow Metagross resist Fairy and Ice type attacks while Shadow Dialga takes neutral damage due to its part Dragon typing. 😯

As a Dragon type, Shadow Dialga trails behind Mega Rayquaza, Shadow Salamence, Shadow Palkia, Shadow Dragonite, and Mega Garchomp but it holds a privilege that none of the other dragons do — taking neutral damage from Dragon-type attacks instead of super-effective damage (thanks to its part Steel typing)! As such, Shadow Dialga often outperforms them and is a must-have for your anti-Dragon squad. 🐲

🛡️ Gyms

N/A

💥 The best attackset for Shadow Dialga in PvE is: Metal Claw and Iron Head (Steel) Dragon Breath and Draco Meteor (Dragon)

Shadow Dialga PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Shadow Dialga is constrained in the Great and Ultra League due to the CP restrictions in these platforms. With the loss in bulk plummeting further due to these limitations, Shadow Dialga mostly struggles even though its resistances somewhat help it to tank hits. Beyond this, it's best to use Shadow Dialga in the Master League. 👇

🟣 Master League

Shadow Dialga is actually better than regular Dialga in the Master League, punishing opponents with its high damage and flexing its resistances. It beats major threats like Zygarde Complete, Primarina, and Dialga Origin (which Dialga can't). However, it also loses to Enamorus and Mewtwo. Moreover, the Shadow nerf to its Defense makes it a bigger challenge to face Togekiss, to beat it, or to switch out in that faceoff. ‼️

In all other cases, Shadow Dialga’s stronger Dragon Breath does heavy damage on non-Fairy and non-Steel Pokémon. It's also a great switch in when your opponent is locked in. 🎯

💥 The best attackset for Shadow Dialga in PvP is Dragon Breath, Iron Head and Draco Meteor.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#77
SteelSteel-type
#7
DragonDragon-type
#11
Great LeagueGreat League
#652
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#439
Master LeagueMaster League
#43

Shadow Dialga Type Chart

Shadow Dialga takes increased damage from:Shadow Dialga takes increased damage from:

FightingFighting160.0%
GroundGround160.0%

Shadow Dialga takes reduced damage from:Shadow Dialga takes reduced damage from:

GrassGrass39.1%
PoisonPoison39.1%
BugBug62.5%
ElectricElectric62.5%
FlyingFlying62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%
PsychicPsychic62.5%
RockRock62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Shadow Dialga best moveset

Moves

Metal Claw + Iron Head

Steel
SteelMetal Claw
SteelIron Head
Shadow Dialga 's best Steel-type moveset is Metal Claw / Iron Head, with 18.11 DPS and 393.5 TDO. These moves are boosted by Snow weather. Shadow Dialga ranks #7 (A Tier) as a Steel attacker with that moveset.

Dragon Breath + Draco Meteor

Dragon
DragonDragon Breath
DragonDraco Meteor
Shadow Dialga 's best Dragon-type moveset is Dragon Breath / Draco Meteor, with 19.10 DPS and 415.1 TDO. These moves are boosted by Windy weather. Shadow Dialga ranks #11 (A Tier) as a Dragon attacker with that moveset.
1.SteelMetal ClawDragonDraco Meteor18.2120.22439.5
2.DragonDragon BreathDragonDraco Meteor17.2019.10415.1
3.SteelMetal ClawSteelIron Head16.3018.11393.5
4.DragonDragon BreathSteelIron Head15.6917.43378.7
5.SteelMetal ClawElectricThunder15.0016.66362.1
6.DragonDragon BreathElectricThunder14.4316.03348.4
7.DragonDragon BreathNormalFrustration00.100
8.SteelMetal ClawNormalFrustration00.100
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Fast Attacks

  • DragonDragon Breath640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Breath
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Dragon Breath has no special effects.
    See Dragon Breath details page ↗
  • SteelMetal Claw650.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Metal Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • RockRock
      • IceIce
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy7

    Effects
    Metal Claw has no special effects.
    See Metal Claw details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DragonDraco Meteor1501003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Draco Meteor
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage150
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.9s - 3.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage150
    Energy65

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Draco Meteor has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Attack by 33.3%
    See Draco Meteor 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 ↗
  • SteelIron Head60502.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Iron Head
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • RockRock
      • IceIce
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage60
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Iron Head has no special effects.
    See Iron Head details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Shadow Dialga CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Dialga reaches a maximum of 4,038 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,145–2,307 CP, rising to 2,682–2,884 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,663–1,731 CP.

Max CPMax CP4038 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1663 CP - 1731 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2217 CP - 2307 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2145 CP - 2307 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
2682 CP - 2884 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 Dialga Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
157 CP2179 CP3300 CP
4422 CP5544 CP6666 CP
7788 CP8910 CP91032 CP
101154 CP111269 CP121384 CP
131500 CP141615 CP151731 CP
161846 CP171961 CP182077 CP
192192 CP202307 CP212423 CP
222538 CP232654 CP242769 CP
252884 CP263000 CP273115 CP
283231 CP293346 CP303462 CP
313519 CP323577 CP333635 CP
343692 CP353750 CP363808 CP
373865 CP383923 CP393981 CP
404038 CP414090 CP424141 CP
434193 CP444245 CP454298 CP
464351 CP474404 CP484457 CP
494511 CP504565 CP

Pokédex information

Sinnoh
Pokédex Number#483
Height5.4 m
Weight683 kg
RegionGeneration 4
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Shadow Dialga has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

How to purify Shadow Dialga
Purification cost20 Candy
20000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Dialga

Photobomb

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

Steel Steel

Dragon Dragon

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

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

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Shadow Dialga family

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

DialgaDialga
Dynamax Dialga (Dynamax)Dynamax Dialga
Origin Forme Dialga (Origin)Origin Forme Dialga
Shadow Origin Forme Dialga (Origin Shadow)Shadow Origin Forme Dialga
Shadow Dialga (Shadow)Shadow Dialga

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer10s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer29s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Shadow Dialga

Shadow Dialga high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

Shadow Dialga Shadow Dialga Shadow Dialga Shadow Dialga

Shadow Dialga Pokédex entries

Sinnoh
VersionsPokédex entry
DiamondIt has the power to control time. It appears in Sinnoh-region myths as an ancient deity.
PearlA Pokémon spoken of in legend. It is said that time began moving when DIALGA was born.
PlatinumA legendary Pokémon of Sinnoh. It is said that time flows when DIALGA’s heart beats.
HeartGold, SoulSilverThis Pokémon completely controls the flow of time. It uses its power to travel at will through the past and future.
Black, White, Black 2, White 2A legendary Pokémon of Sinnoh. It is said that time flows when Dialga’s heart beats.
X, Omega RubyA Pokémon spoken of in legend. It is said that time began moving when Dialga was born.
Y, Alpha SapphireIt has the power to control time. It appears in Sinnoh-region myths as an ancient deity.
Legends: ArceusThis Pokémon is revered as a deity in Hisuian legend. The birth of Dialga was what caused the vast river of time to begin flowing in our world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Dialga ’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Steel and Dragon-type Pokémon, Shadow Dialga is weak to Fighting and Ground-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Dialga in Pokémon GO are Metal Claw and Draco Meteor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 20.225 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 439.504.

How does Shadow Dialga perform in Raids?

Shadow Dialga struggles to perform in Raids.

How does Shadow Dialga rank as a Steel-type attacker?

Shadow Dialga is a solid A-Tier Steel-type attacker, ranking at number #7. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

How does Shadow Dialga rank as a Dragon-type attacker?

Shadow Dialga is a solid A-Tier Dragon-type attacker, ranking at number #11. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Dialga ?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Dialga : Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Skarmory, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, Mega Metagross, Mega Lucario, Mega Charizard X, Mega Dragonite, Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Garchomp.

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

Shadow Dialga ’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 4038 CP and 4565 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Dialga be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Dialga can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Dialga Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Dialga cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.