Shadow Rider Calyrex

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Shadow Rider Calyrex is a Legendary Psychic and Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 4,540 CP and is weak to Dark and Ghost-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Confusion / Shadow Ball. It is boosted by Windy and Fog weather. Its shiny form is not yet available.

Shadow Rider Calyrex Stats and Max CP

324 ATK
194 DEF
205 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
5132 CP
Lvl 40
4540 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
3243 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2594 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1945 CP

Shadow Rider Calyrex's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked

Shadow Rider Calyrex Type Chart

Shadow Rider Calyrex takes increased damage from:Shadow Rider Calyrex takes increased damage from:

DarkDark256.0%
GhostGhost256.0%

Shadow Rider Calyrex takes reduced damage from:Shadow Rider Calyrex takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting24.4%
NormalNormal39.1%
PoisonPoison62.5%
PsychicPsychic62.5%

Shadow Rider Calyrex best moveset

Moves

Confusion + Shadow Ball

Shadow Rider Calyrex's best moveset is Confusion and Shadow Ball, with 20.18 DPS (damage per second) and 486.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy and Fog weather.
1.PsychicConfusionGhostShadow Ball18.3620.18486.6
2.PsychicConfusionPsychicPsychic17.7819.54471.2
3.PsychicConfusionPsychicPsyshock15.8717.45420.9
4.NormalTake DownGhostShadow Ball14.2615.69378.4
5.NormalTake DownPsychicPsychic13.7215.10364.1
6.PsychicConfusionGrassEnergy Ball13.6615.02362.3
7.NormalTake DownPsychicPsyshock12.4513.70330.5
8.NormalTake DownGrassEnergy Ball10.3511.40274.8

Fast Attacks

  • NormalTake Down781.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Take Down
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage7
    Energy8
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage14
    Energy9

    Effects
    Take Down has no special effects.
    See Take Down details page ↗
  • 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 ↗

Charged Attacks

  • GhostShadow Ball100503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Shadow Ball has no special effects.
    See Shadow Ball details page ↗
  • GrassEnergy Ball90504.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Energy Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window3.1s - 3.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Energy Ball has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Energy Ball 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 ↗
  • PsychicPsyshock60332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Psyshock
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage60
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.8s - 2.4s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy40

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

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

Shadow Rider Calyrex CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Rider Calyrex reaches a maximum of 4,540 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,496–2,594 CP, rising to 3,120–3,243 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,872–1,945 CP.

Max CPMax CP4540 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1872 CP - 1945 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2496 CP - 2594 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2496 CP - 2594 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
3120 CP - 3243 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
164 CP2201 CP3338 CP
4475 CP5612 CP6749 CP
7886 CP81023 CP91160 CP
101297 CP111427 CP121556 CP
131686 CP141816 CP151945 CP
162075 CP172205 CP182334 CP
192464 CP202594 CP212724 CP
222853 CP232983 CP243113 CP
253243 CP263372 CP273502 CP
283632 CP293762 CP303891 CP
313956 CP324021 CP334086 CP
344151 CP354215 CP364280 CP
374345 CP384410 CP394475 CP
404540 CP414597 CP424655 CP
434714 CP444772 CP454831 CP
464891 CP474951 CP485011 CP
495071 CP505132 CP

Pokédex information

Galar
Pokédex Number#898
Height2.4 m
Weight53.6 kg
RegionGeneration 8
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance20 km
ReleasedNo
Shiny releasedNo
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate10%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy100
Stardust100000

Evolution Chart

Shadow Rider Calyrex has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Rider Calyrex

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Rider Calyrex's Psychic and Ghost-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Rider Calyrex.

Psychic Psychic

Ghost Ghost

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 50520,000 Stardust304 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy296 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy10 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Shadow Rider Calyrex Candy-

Shadow Rider Calyrex Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Rider Calyrex from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Rider Calyrex in Pokémon GO.

Shadow Rider Calyrex family

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

CalyrexCalyrex
Calyrex (Ice Rider) (Ice Rider)Calyrex (Ice Rider)
Shadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)Shadow Rider Calyrex

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Shadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)Shadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)Shadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmShadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)Shadow Rider Calyrex (Shadow Rider)
1.18 m1.2 m2.4 m3.6 m3.72 m

Shadow Rider Calyrex's height ranges from 1.18 m to 3.72 m, with the average being 2.4 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Shadow Rider Calyrex in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS1.176 m1.2 m
3′10″3′11″
XS1.2 m2.4 m
3′11″7′10″
M1.8 m3 m
5′11″9′10″
XL3 m3.6 m
9′10″11′10″
XXL3.6 m3.72 m
11′10″12′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer0
Jump Time0
Attack Probability40.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.5
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Shadow Rider Calyrex high resolution sprites

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

Wallpaper

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Shadow Rider Calyrex Pokédex entries

Galar
VersionsPokédex entry
SwordCalyrex is a merciful Pokémon, capable of providing healing and blessings. It reigned over the Galar region in times of yore.
ShieldCalyrex is known in legend as a king that ruled over Galar in ancient times. It has the power to cause hearts to mend and plants to spring forth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Rider Calyrex’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Psychic and Ghost-type Pokémon, Shadow Rider Calyrex is especially weak against Dark and Ghost-type moves, and weak against -type moves.

What are the best moves for Shadow Rider Calyrex in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Shadow Rider Calyrex in Pokémon GO are Confusion and Shadow Ball. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 20.176 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 486.56.

How does Shadow Rider Calyrex perform in Raids?

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

How does Shadow Rider Calyrex rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

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

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Rider Calyrex?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Rider Calyrex: Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Metagross, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Gallade, Mega Delphox, Mega Malamar, Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, and Mega Banette.

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

Shadow Rider Calyrex’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 4540 CP and 5132 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Rider Calyrex be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Rider Calyrex cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

Can Shadow Rider Calyrex Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Rider Calyrex cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.