Shadow Darmanitan

Shadow Darmanitan is a Fire-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,105 CP and is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fire Fang / Overheat. It is boosted by Sunny weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Darmanitan Stats and Max CP

263 ATK
114 DEF
233 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3511 CP
Lvl 40
3105 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2218 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1774 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1331 CP

Shadow Darmanitan's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked

Shadow Darmanitan Type Chart

Shadow Darmanitan takes increased damage from:Shadow Darmanitan takes increased damage from:

GroundGround160.0%
RockRock160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Shadow Darmanitan takes reduced damage from:Shadow Darmanitan takes reduced damage from:

BugBug62.5%
FairyFairy62.5%
FireFire62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%
IceIce62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%

Shadow Darmanitan best moveset

Moves

Fire Fang + Overheat

Shadow Darmanitan's best moveset is Fire Fang and Overheat, with 18.25 DPS (damage per second) and 256.0 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Sunny weather.
1.FireFire FangFireOverheat15.5518.25256.0
2.FireFire FangPsychicPsychic14.6917.25241.9
3.FireIncinerateFireOverheat14.6417.19241.1
4.FireIncineratePsychicPsychic14.1816.66233.6
5.FireFire FangFightingFocus Blast14.0016.45230.6
6.FireFire FangRockRock Slide13.8816.30228.6
7.NormalTackleFireOverheat13.7016.09225.7
8.FireIncinerateRockRock Slide13.4015.74220.7

Fast Attacks

  • FireFire Fang1391.0s
    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
    Energy6

    Effects
    Fire Fang has no special effects.
    See Fire Fang details page ↗
  • FireIncinerate32222.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Incinerate
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage32
    Energy22
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window0.7s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage20
    Energy20

    Effects
    Incinerate has no special effects.
    See Incinerate details page ↗
  • NormalTackle550.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Tackle
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy3

    Effects
    Tackle has no special effects.
    See Tackle details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • FightingFocus Blast1401003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Focus Blast
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window3.0s - 3.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage150
    Energy75

    Effects
    Focus Blast has no special effects.
    See Focus Blast details page ↗
  • FireOverheat1601004.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Overheat
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage160
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window2.6s - 3.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage130
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Overheat has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Attack by 33.3%
    See Overheat 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 ↗
  • RockRock Slide75502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Rock Slide
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage75
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy45

    Effects
    Rock Slide has no special effects.
    See Rock Slide details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

Shadow Darmanitan CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Darmanitan reaches a maximum of 3,105 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,625–1,774 CP, rising to 2,032–2,218 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,268–1,331 CP.

Max CPMax CP3105 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1268 CP - 1331 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1691 CP - 1774 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1625 CP - 1774 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
2032 CP - 2218 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 Darmanitan Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
143 CP2137 CP3231 CP
4325 CP5418 CP6512 CP
7606 CP8700 CP9793 CP
10887 CP11976 CP121064 CP
131153 CP141242 CP151331 CP
161419 CP171508 CP181597 CP
191685 CP201774 CP211863 CP
221952 CP232040 CP242129 CP
252218 CP262307 CP272395 CP
282484 CP292573 CP302662 CP
312706 CP322750 CP332795 CP
342839 CP352883 CP362928 CP
372972 CP383016 CP393061 CP
403105 CP413145 CP423184 CP
433224 CP443264 CP453305 CP
463345 CP473386 CP483427 CP
493469 CP503511 CP

Pokédex information

Unova
Pokédex Number#555
Height1.3 m
Weight92.9 kg
RegionGeneration 5
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedNo
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

Shadow Darmanitan has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

How to purify Shadow Darmanitan
Purification cost3 Candy
3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Darmanitan

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

Fire Fire

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

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

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer10s
Jump Time2s
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 Darmanitan

Shadow Darmanitan high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Darmanitan Pokédex entries

Unova
VersionsPokédex entry
BlackIts internal fire burns at 2,500° F, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch.
WhiteWhen weakened in battle, it transforms into a stone statue. Then it sharpens its mind and fights on mentally.
Black 2, White 2When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
X, Omega RubyWhen one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
Y, Alpha SapphireIts internal fire burns at 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch.
SwordThe thick arms of this hot-blooded Pokémon can deliver punches capable of obliterating a dump truck.
ShieldThis Pokémon’s power level rises along with the temperature of its fire, which can reach 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Darmanitan’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fire-type Pokémon, Shadow Darmanitan is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

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

The best moves for Shadow Darmanitan in Pokémon GO are Fire Fang and Overheat. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.254 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 255.952.

How does Shadow Darmanitan perform in Raids?

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

How does Shadow Darmanitan rank as a Fire-type attacker?

Shadow Darmanitan's performance as a Fire-type attacker is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Darmanitan?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Darmanitan: Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, and Mega Delphox.

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

Shadow Darmanitan’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3105 CP and 3511 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Darmanitan be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Darmanitan can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Darmanitan Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Darmanitan cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.