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Shadow Golduck

Shadow Golduck (Shadow)Water
  • rain
Shadow Golduck is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Golduck is a Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,450 CP and is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Water Gun / Liquidation. It is boosted by Rain weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Golduck Stats and Max CP

191 ATK
162 DEF
190 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2770 CP
Lvl 40
2450 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1750 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1400 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1050 CP

Shadow Golduck's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
WaterWater-type
#67
Great LeagueGreat League
#721
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#453

Shadow Golduck Type Chart

Shadow Golduck takes increased damage from:Shadow Golduck takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
GrassGrass160.0%

Shadow Golduck takes reduced damage from:Shadow Golduck takes reduced damage from:

FireFire62.5%
IceIce62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Shadow Golduck best moveset

Moves

Water Gun + Liquidation

Water
WaterWater Gun
WaterLiquidation
Shadow Golduck's best Water-type moveset is Water Gun / Liquidation, with 12.42 DPS and 197.7 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Shadow Golduck ranks #67 (C Tier) as a Water attacker with that moveset.
1.WaterWater GunWaterLiquidation10.7612.42197.7
2.WaterWater GunWaterHydro Pump10.6812.33196.2
3.WaterWater GunPsychicPsychic10.5312.15193.3
4.PsychicConfusionWaterLiquidation10.4312.04191.6
5.WaterWater GunPsychicSynchronoise10.1911.76187.1
6.PsychicConfusionPsychicPsychic10.1311.70186.1
7.PsychicConfusionWaterHydro Pump10.0411.59184.4
8.WaterWater GunIceIce Beam9.8811.40181.4
1–8 of 16

Fast Attacks

  • PsychicConfusion19141.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Confusion
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage19
    Energy14
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.5s - 1.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage16
    Energy14

    Effects
    Confusion has no special effects.
    See Confusion details page ↗
  • WaterWater Gun550.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Water Gun
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy3

    Effects
    Water Gun has no special effects.
    See Water Gun details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • FightingCross Chop50501.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Cross Chop
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Cross Chop has no special effects.
    See Cross Chop details page ↗
  • IceIce Beam95503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Ice Beam
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • GroundGround
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • IceIce
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window1.5s - 3.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Ice Beam has no special effects.
    See Ice Beam 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 ↗
  • PsychicPsychic95503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Psychic
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Psychic details page ↗
  • PsychicSynchronoise80502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Synchronoise
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Synchronoise has no special effects.
    See Synchronoise details page ↗
  • WaterHydro Pump1351003.5s
    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 ↗
  • WaterLiquidation70333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Liquidation
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Liquidation has a 30.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Liquidation details page ↗
  • WaterBubble Beam45332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Bubble Beam
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.6s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage50
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Bubble Beam has a 100.0% chance to:

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

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

Shadow Golduck CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Golduck reaches a maximum of 2,450 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,275–1,400 CP, rising to 1,594–1,750 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 997–1,050 CP.

Max CPMax CP2450 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch997 CP - 1050 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1330 CP - 1400 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1275 CP - 1400 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1594 CP - 1750 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 Golduck Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
134 CP2108 CP3182 CP
4256 CP5330 CP6404 CP
7478 CP8552 CP9626 CP
10700 CP11770 CP12840 CP
13910 CP14980 CP151050 CP
161120 CP171190 CP181260 CP
191330 CP201400 CP211470 CP
221540 CP231610 CP241680 CP
251750 CP261820 CP271890 CP
281960 CP292030 CP302100 CP
312135 CP322170 CP332205 CP
342240 CP352275 CP362310 CP
372345 CP382380 CP392415 CP
402450 CP412481 CP422513 CP
432544 CP442576 CP452608 CP
462640 CP472672 CP482705 CP
492737 CP502770 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#55
Height1.7 m
Weight76.6 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate6%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
PsyduckPsyduck
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
GolduckGolduck
  • Psyduck evolves into Golduck which costs 50 Candy.
How to purify Shadow Golduck
Purification cost3 Candy
3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Golduck

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

Water Water

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

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

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Shadow Golduck family

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

PsyduckPsyduck
GolduckGolduck
Shadow Psyduck (Shadow)Shadow Psyduck
Shadow Golduck (Shadow)Shadow Golduck

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer5s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer14s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Shadow Golduck

Shadow Golduck high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Golduck Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueOften seen swim­ ming elegantly by lake shores. It is often mistaken for the Japanese monster, Kappa.
YellowIts slim and long limbs end in broad flippers. They are used for swim­ ming gracefully in lakes.
GoldWhen it swims at full speed using its long, webbed limbs, its fore­ head somehow be­ gins to glow.
SilverIt appears by waterways at dusk. It may use tele­ kinetic powers if its forehead glows mysteriously.
CrystalIt swims grace­ fully along on the quiet, slow-moving rivers and lakes of which it is so fond.
RubyThe webbed flippers on its forelegs and hind legs and the streamlined body of GOLDUCK give it frightening speed. This POKéMON is definitely much faster than even the most athletic swimmer.
SapphireGOLDUCK is the fastest swimmer among all POKéMON. It swims effortlessly, even in a rough, stormy sea. It sometimes rescues people from wrecked ships floundering in high seas.
EmeraldA GOLDUCK is an adept swimmer. It sometimes joins competitive swimmers in training. It uses psychic powers when its forehead shimmers with light.
FireRedThe forelegs are webbed, helping to make it an adept swimmer. It can be seen swimming elegantly in lakes, etc.
LeafGreenOften seen swimming elegantly by lakeshores. It is often mistaken for the Japanese monster Kappa.
DiamondA Pokémon that lives in lakes. It swims faster than any human swimming champion.
PearlThe flippers of its well-developed limbs give it shocking speed. It is the best swimmer among Pokémon.
Platinum, Black, WhiteIt is seen swimming dynamically and elegantly using its well-developed limbs and flippers.
HeartGoldWhen it swims at full speed using its long, webbed limbs, its forehead somehow begins to glow.
SoulSilverIt appears by waterways at dusk. It may use telekinetic powers if its forehead glows mysteriously.
Black 2, White 2When its forehead shines mysteriously, Golduck can use the full extent of its power.
XIt appears by waterways at dusk. It may use telekinetic powers if its forehead glows mysteriously.
YThe forelegs are webbed, helping to make it an adept swimmer. It can be seen swimming elegantly in lakes, etc.
Omega RubyThe webbed flippers on its forelegs and hind legs and the streamlined body of Golduck give it frightening speed. This Pokémon is definitely much faster than even the most athletic swimmer.
Alpha SapphireGolduck is the fastest swimmer among all Pokémon. It swims effortlessly, even in a rough, stormy sea. It sometimes rescues people from wrecked ships floundering in high seas.
SunIt is said that the red part of its forehead grants supernatural powers to those who possess one, so it was over-hunted in the past.
MoonIt swims along the banks of lakes and catches fish Pokémon. It takes them to the shore and quietly eats them up.
Ultra SunEven fast-swimming fish Pokémon can be disabled by Golduck. It brings them to a standstill and seizes them.
Ultra MoonA professional swimmer, it can continue swimming for two days straight by waving its long tail skillfully.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Its long, slim limbs end in broad flippers. They are used for swimming gracefully in lakes.
SwordThis Pokémon lives in gently flowing rivers. It paddles through the water with its long limbs, putting its graceful swimming skills on display.
ShieldOld tales tell of Golduck punishing those that defiled its river. The guilty were dragged into the water and taken away.
Legends: ArceusIts body is strong, and it has webbing on its hands and feet. Golduck can swim easily through rough seas, clawing its way through the high waves.

List of Shadow Golduck costumes

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A list of Shadow Golduck costumes available in Pokémon GO.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Golduck’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Water-type Pokémon, Shadow Golduck is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Golduck in Pokémon GO are Water Gun and Liquidation. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.424 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 197.662.

How does Shadow Golduck perform in Raids?

Shadow Golduck's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

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

Shadow Golduck is a C-Tier Water-type attacker, ranking at number #67. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Golduck?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Golduck: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Greninja.

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

Shadow Golduck’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2450 CP and 2770 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Golduck be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Golduck can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Golduck Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Golduck cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.