Shadow Palkia

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Shadow Palkia is a Legendary Water and Dragon-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Water and Dragon-type Pokémon, Shadow Palkia is weak to Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

Shadow Palkia's maximum Combat Power stat is 4512 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor. Shadow Palkia encounters are boosted during Rain and Windy weather. Shiny Shadow Palkia is not yet available.

StatsStats

Max CP4512 CP
Attack280 ATK
Defense215 DEF
Stamina189 HP
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedNo

Shadow Palkia Type Chart

Shadow Palkia takes increased damage from:Shadow Palkia takes increased damage from:
160%
  • Dragon
  • Fairy
Shadow Palkia takes reduced damage from:Shadow Palkia takes reduced damage from:
63%
  • Steel
39%
  • Fire
  • Water

Shadow Palkia's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid AttackerA TierExternal Link#52
Gym DefenderGym DefenderCan't defend a Gym
Water Water-type Attacker
Dragon Tail / Aqua Tail
A+ TierExternal Link#14
Dragon Dragon-type Attacker
Dragon Tail / Draco Meteor
S TierExternal Link#4

Regular and Shiny Shadow Palkia

Shadow Palkia's best moves and movesets

Moves
Shadow Palkia's best moveset is Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor, with 20.67 DPS (damage per second) and 332.2 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather.
  • DPS20.67
  • TDO332.17
  • Weather
    • windy
      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.DragonDragon Tail DragonDraco Meteor 20.67332.237.7
      2.DragonDragon Tail WaterHydro Pump 19.82318.536.1
      3.DragonDragon Breath DragonDraco Meteor 19.60314.935.7
      4.DragonDragon Tail WaterAqua Tail 19.25309.235.1
      5.DragonDragon Breath WaterHydro Pump 18.72300.834.1
      6.DragonDragon Breath WaterAqua Tail 18.34294.633.4
      7.DragonDragon Tail FireFire Blast 18.27293.533.3
      8.DragonDragon Breath FireFire Blast 17.15275.531.2
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      Pokédex informationMore information

      The following chart shows Shadow Palkia's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Palkia's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

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

      Fast Attacks

      • DragonDragon BreathDamage6Energy4Duration0.5s
        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
        Damage4
        Energy3

        Effects
        Dragon Breath has no special effects.
        See Dragon Breath details page ↗
      • DragonDragon TailDamage14Energy8Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Dragon Tail
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • DragonDragon
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
        • 39.1%
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage14
        Energy8
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage13
        Energy9

        Effects
        Dragon Tail has no special effects.
        See Dragon Tail details page ↗

      Charged Moves

      • WaterAqua TailDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Aqua Tail
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GroundGround
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
        • 62.5%
          • WaterWater
          • GrassGrass
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage50
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.3s - 1.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage55
        Energy35

        Effects
        Aqua Tail has no special effects.
        See Aqua Tail details page ↗
      • FireFire BlastDamage140Energy100Duration4.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Fire Blast
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage140
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration4.0s
        Damage window2.9s - 3.7s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage140
        Energy80

        Effects
        Fire Blast has no special effects.
        See Fire Blast details page ↗
      • WaterHydro PumpDamage135Energy100Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Hydro Pump
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GroundGround
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
        • 62.5%
          • WaterWater
          • GrassGrass
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage135
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window1.1s - 3.2s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage130
        Energy75

        Effects
        Hydro Pump has no special effects.
        See Hydro Pump details page ↗
      • DragonDraco MeteorDamage150Energy100Duration3.5s
        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 ↗
      • 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 ↗

      Shadow Palkia in the meta

      Shadow Palkia in the meta

      PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

      The Dragon-type meta is rife with stiff competition, but Shadow Palkia rises up the ranks thanks to its immense damage output, placing itself among the best Dragon-type attackers in Pokémon GO! 🐲

      In case you're wondering, yes, its DPS is higher than Spacial Rend Palkia Origin. 🤯

      ⚔️ Raids

      Shadow Palkia is just behind Mega Rayquaza and Shadow Salamence in terms of DPS. A mighty addition to the Dragon kingdom! 👑

      🛡️ Gyms

      Legendaries aren't allowed in Pokémon GO Gyms.

      PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

      🔵 Great League

      Unlike regular Palkia, Shadow Palkia can technically be used in the Great League. However, that doesn't matter because it's really bad in this format due to the CP restrictions toning down its already low bulk.

      🟡 Ultra League

      With its high stats and CP, using Shadow Palkia in the Ultra League is a waste of its potential. ❌

      🟣 Master League

      Shadow Palkia gains a few notable matchups, such as against Dawn Wings Necrozma and Yveltal, while losing key matchups like Rhyperior. This makes it more of a sidegrade than an upgrade.

      If you catch one with good IVs, don’t purify it! 🙂

      Note: Palkia Origin is still miles ahead in the Master League.

      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Shadow Palkia's has 4512 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Palkia obtained from Raids can be encountered from 2118 CP to 2280 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2648 CP to 2850 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Palkia can be found in the 1642 CP to 1710 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP4512 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch1642 CP - 1710 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs2190 CP - 2280 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids2118 CP - 2280 CP
      Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
      2648 CP - 2850 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 CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

      LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
      156 CP2176 CP3297 CP
      4417 CP5538 CP6658 CP
      7779 CP8899 CP91020 CP
      101140 CP111254 CP121368 CP
      131482 CP141596 CP151710 CP
      161824 CP171938 CP182052 CP
      192166 CP202280 CP212394 CP
      222508 CP232622 CP242736 CP
      252850 CP262964 CP273078 CP
      283192 CP293307 CP303421 CP
      313478 CP323535 CP333592 CP
      343649 CP353706 CP363763 CP
      373820 CP383877 CP393934 CP
      403991 CP414041 CP424092 CP
      434143 CP444195 CP454247 CP
      464299 CP474352 CP484405 CP
      494458 CP504512 CP

      Pokédex information

      Sinnoh
      Pokédex Number#484
      Height4.2 m
      Weight336 kg
      RegionSinnoh Generation 4
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate2%
      Base Flee Rate0%
      Catch rewards
      3 Candy
      100 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      100 Candy
      100000 Candy

      Encounter data

      No encounter data available


      How to purify Shadow Palkia

      Purification cost20 Candy
      20000 Stardust
      Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
      Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

      Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Palkia

      Photobomb

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

      Water Water

      Dragon Dragon

      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.

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Shadow Palkia in Pokémon GO is 1.67%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 4.21% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 6.25%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -1.67%1.92%2.50%3.07%
                Curve2.83%3.25%4.21%5.17%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -2.50%2.87%3.73%4.58%
                Curve4.21%4.83%6.25%7.65%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 2.99%3.43%4.46%5.47%
                Curve5.03%5.77%7.46%9.11%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 4.13%4.74%6.13%7.51%
                Curve6.92%7.92%10.20%12.43%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

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

                Shadow Palkia evolution chart

                Family
                Family

                Shadow Palkia has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

                Shadow Palkia high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

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

                Wallpaper

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                Shadow Palkia Pokédex entries

                Sinnoh
                VersionsPokédex entry
                DiamondIt has the ability to distort space. It is described as a deity in Sinnoh-region mythology.
                PearlIt is said to live in a gap in the spatial dimension parallel to ours. It appears in mythology.
                PlatinumA legendary Pokémon of Sinnoh. It is said that space becomes more stable with PALKIA’s every breath.
                HeartGold, SoulSilverIts total control over the boundaries of space enable it to transport itself to faraway places or even other dimensions.
                Black, White, Black 2, White 2A legendary Pokémon of Sinnoh. It is said that space becomes more stable with Palkia’s every breath.
                X, Omega RubyIt is said to live in a gap in the spatial dimension parallel to ours. It appears in mythology.
                Y, Alpha SapphireIt has the ability to distort space. It is described as a deity in Sinnoh-region mythology.
                Legends: ArceusThis Pokémon is feared as a deity in Hisuian legend. The birth of Palkia was what caused the walls of our world to disappear, creating a sky that spans for infinity.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Palkia’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Water and Dragon-type Pokémon, Shadow Palkia is weak to Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

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

                The best moves for Shadow Palkia in Pokémon GO are Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 20.675 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 332.171.

                How does Shadow Palkia perform in Raids?

                Shadow Palkia is a solid choice for many Raid battles. Ranks #52 as a Raid attacker.

                How does Shadow Palkia rank as a Water-type attacker?

                Shadow Palkia is an A+ Tier Water-type attacker, ranking at number #14 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

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

                Shadow Palkia is an S-Tier Dragon-type attacker, ranking at number #4 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Palkia?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Palkia: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Primal Kyogre, Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Garchomp.

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

                Shadow Palkia’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3991 CP and 4512 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Palkia be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Palkia cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                Can Shadow Palkia Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Palkia cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                List of Shadow Palkia costumes

                Photobomb

                A list of Shadow Palkia costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available