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    Shadow Zygarde

    Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ZygardeDragon Ground
    • windy
    • sunny
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    Shadow Zygarde is a Legendary Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon, Shadow Zygarde is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

    Shadow Zygarde's maximum Combat Power stat is 3855 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Dragon Tail and Outrage. Shadow Zygarde encounters are boosted during Windy and Sunny weather. Shiny Shadow Zygarde is not yet available.

    StatsStats

    Max CP3855 CP
    Attack203 ATK
    Defense232 DEF
    Stamina239 HP
    Buddy distance20 km
    ReleasedNo
    Shiny releasedNo

    Shadow Zygarde Type Chart

    Shadow Zygarde takes increased damage from:Shadow Zygarde takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Ice
    +60.0%
    • Dragon
    • Fairy
    Shadow Zygarde takes reduced damage from:Shadow Zygarde takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Fire
    • Poison
    • Rock
    -75.6%
    • Electric

    Shadow Zygarde's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderCan't defend a Gym

    Shadow Zygarde's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Shadow Zygarde's best moveset is Dragon Tail and Outrage, with 15.90 DPS (damage per second) and 341.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather.
    • DPS15.90
    • TDO341.63
    • Weather
      • windy
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.DragonDragon Tail DragonOutrage 15.90341.630.8
        2.DragonDragon Tail GroundEarthquake 15.61335.430.3
        3.DarkBite DragonOutrage 14.60313.728.3
        4.DragonDragon Tail NormalHyper Beam 14.42309.728.0
        5.PsychicZen Headbutt DragonOutrage 14.26306.427.7
        6.DragonDragon Tail GroundBulldoze 14.00300.727.2
        7.DarkBite GroundEarthquake 13.76295.526.7
        8.PsychicZen Headbutt GroundEarthquake 13.17283.025.6
        1 of 3
        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        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 ↗
        • PsychicZen HeadbuttDamage11Energy9Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Zen Headbutt
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • PoisonPoison
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 39.1%
            • DarkDark
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage11
          Energy9
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy6

          Effects
          Zen Headbutt has no special effects.
          See Zen Headbutt 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

        • NormalHyper BeamDamage150Energy100Duration4.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Hyper Beam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage150
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration4.0s
          Damage window3.5s - 3.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage150
          Energy80

          Effects
          Hyper Beam has no special effects.
          See Hyper Beam details page ↗
        • 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 ↗
        • GroundBulldozeDamage80Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bulldoze
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.6s - 3.1s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage45
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Bulldoze has a 50.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Bulldoze details page ↗
        • DragonOutrageDamage110Energy50Duration4.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Outrage
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage110
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration4.0s
          Damage window2.6s - 3.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy60

          Effects
          Outrage has no special effects.
          See Outrage details page ↗
        • DarkCrunchDamage65Energy33Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Crunch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage65
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.1s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage70
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Crunch has a 30.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Crunch 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 ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Shadow Zygarde's has 3855 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Zygarde obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1801 CP to 1948 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2251 CP to 2436 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Zygarde can be found in the 1399 CP to 1461 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3855 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1399 CP - 1461 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1866 CP - 1948 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1801 CP - 1948 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        2251 CP - 2436 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 Zygarde Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        148 CP2151 CP3254 CP
        4357 CP5460 CP6562 CP
        7665 CP8768 CP9871 CP
        10974 CP111072 CP121169 CP
        131266 CP141364 CP151461 CP
        161559 CP171656 CP181753 CP
        191851 CP201948 CP212046 CP
        222143 CP232241 CP242338 CP
        252436 CP262533 CP272630 CP
        282728 CP292825 CP302923 CP
        312972 CP323020 CP333069 CP
        343118 CP353166 CP363215 CP
        373264 CP383313 CP393361 CP
        403410 CP413453 CP423497 CP
        433541 CP443585 CP453629 CP
        463674 CP473719 CP483764 CP
        493809 CP503855 CP

        Shadow Zygarde evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of ZygardeZygarde
        • Special Item: Zygarde Cell
        		Thumbnail image of Zygarde (50% Form)Zygarde (50% Form)
        Thumbnail image of Zygarde (50% Form)Zygarde (50% Form)
        • Special Item: Zygarde Cell
        		Thumbnail image of Zygarde Complete FormZygarde Complete Form
        Thumbnail image of Zygarde (10% Form)Zygarde (10% Form)
        • Special Item: Zygarde Cell
        		Thumbnail image of Zygarde (50% Form)Zygarde (50% Form)
        • You need to use a Zygarde Cell to evolve.
        • You need to use a Zygarde Cell to evolve.
        • You need to use a Zygarde Cell to evolve.

        Shadow Zygarde family

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

        Official artwork of ZygardeZygarde
        Official artwork of Zygarde Complete FormZygarde Complete Form
        Official artwork of Zygarde Complete Form (50%)Zygarde Complete Form (50%)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow Zygarde Complete Form (50%)Shadow Zygarde Complete Form (50%)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Complete Shadow ZygardeComplete Shadow Zygarde
        Official artwork of Zygarde Complete Form (10%)Zygarde Complete Form (10%)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow Zygarde Complete Form (10%)Shadow Zygarde Complete Form (10%)
        Official artwork of Zygarde (50% Form)Zygarde (50% Form)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow Zygarde (50% Form)Shadow Zygarde (50% Form)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ZygardeShadow Zygarde
        Official artwork of Zygarde (10% Form)Zygarde (10% Form)
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow Zygarde (10% Form)Shadow Zygarde (10% Form)

        Shadow Zygarde in the meta

        Shadow Zygarde in the meta

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Zygarde

        Photobomb

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

        Dragon Dragon

        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 Zygarde 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 Zygarde, 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

                  Kalos
                  Pokédex Number#718
                  Height5 m
                  Weight305 kg
                  RegionGeneration 6
                  Can be tradedNot Allowed
                  Pokémon Home transferNot Allowed
                  Base Catch Rate2%
                  Base Flee Rate0%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy3
                  Stardust100
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy100
                  Stardust100000

                  Size information

                  No size information available for this Pokémon

                  Encounter data

                  No encounter data available

                  Shadow Zygarde Pokédex entries

                  Kalos
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  X, Omega RubyWhen the Kalos region’s ecosystem falls into disarray, it appears and reveals its secret power.
                  Y, Alpha SapphireIt’s hypothesized that it’s monitoring those who destroy the ecosystem from deep in the cave where it lives.
                  SunThis is Zygarde’s form when it has gathered 50% of its cells. It wipes out all those who oppose it, showing not a shred of mercy.
                  MoonIt’s thought to be monitoring the ecosystem. There are rumors that even greater power lies hidden within it.
                  Ultra SunThis is Zygarde’s form when about half of its pieces have been assembled. It plays the role of monitoring the ecosystem.
                  Ultra MoonSome say it can change to an even more powerful form when battling those who threaten the ecosystem.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Shadow Zygarde high resolution sprites

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Zygarde. 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 ZygardeShadow ZygardeShadow ZygardeShadow Zygarde

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Shadow Zygarde’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon, Shadow Zygarde is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Dragon and Fairy-type moves.

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

                  The best moves for Shadow Zygarde in Pokémon GO are Dragon Tail and Outrage. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.903 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 341.631.

                  How does Shadow Zygarde perform in Raids?

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

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

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

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Zygarde?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Zygarde: Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Garchomp, Mega Steelix, Mega Swampert, Primal Groudon, and Mega Garchomp.

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

                  Shadow Zygarde’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3410 CP and 3855 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Shadow Zygarde be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Zygarde cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                  Can Shadow Zygarde Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Zygarde cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.