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    Shadow Kingler

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    Shadow Kingler is a Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 3198 CP. Shadow Kingler best moveset in Pokémon GO is Metal Claw and Crabhammer. Shiny Shadow Kingler is not available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Kingler is boosted by Rain weather.

    Shadow Kingler is weak to Electric and Grass moves. It is strong against Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water moves.

    Stats

    Max CP
    3198 CP
    Attack
    240 ATK
    Defense
    181 DEF
    Stamina
    146 STA
    Weather Boost
    • rainRain
    Released
    Yes Yes
    Shiny released
    No No
    Buddy distance
    3 km
    Can Dynamax
    No No
    Max Battles Tier
    -Star

    Shadow Kingler weaknesses and resistances

    Weaknesses

    • ElectricElectric160.0%
    • GrassGrass160.0%

    Resistances

    • FireFire62.5%
    • IceIce62.5%
    • SteelSteel62.5%
    • WaterWater62.5%
    More informationMore information
    • Shadow Kingler takes increased damage from Electric and Grass type moves.
    • Shadow Kingler takes reduced damage from Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water type moves.
    • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

    Shadow Kingler's best moves and movesets

    Moves

    Shadow Kingler's best moveset is Metal Claw and Crabhammer, with 23.65 DPS (damage per second) and 431.5 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Snow and Rain weather.

    Best Shadow Kingler moves
    SteelMetal Claw
    WaterCrabhammer
    DPS23.65
    TDO431.53
    Score42.5
    Weather Boost
    • snow
    • rain

    Shadow Kingler moves comparison

        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.SteelMetal Claw WaterCrabhammer 23.65431.542.5
        2.WaterBubble WaterCrabhammer 22.22405.639.9
        3.GroundMud Shot *WaterCrabhammer 20.93382.037.6
        4.SteelMetal Claw WaterRazor Shell 19.87362.635.7
        5.WaterBubble WaterRazor Shell 18.57339.033.4
        6.SteelMetal Claw BugX-Scissor 17.92327.032.2
        7.SteelMetal Claw WaterWater Pulse 17.60321.131.6
        8.GroundMud Shot *WaterRazor Shell 17.35316.631.2
        9.WaterBubble BugX-Scissor 16.64303.629.9
        10.WaterBubble WaterWater Pulse 16.46300.429.6
        11.GroundMud Shot *BugX-Scissor 15.39280.926.7
        12.GroundMud Shot *WaterWater Pulse 15.36280.326.6
        1 of 2

        Fast Attacks

        • GroundMud Shot *Damage5Energy7Duration0.6s
          Toggle more information for move: Mud Shot
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy7
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration0.6s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy8

          Effects
          Mud Shot has no special effects.
          See Mud Shot details page ↗
        • SteelMetal ClawDamage8Energy7Duration0.7s
          Toggle more information for move: Metal Claw
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage8
          Energy7
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration0.7s
          Damage window0.4s - 0.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage5
          Energy7

          Effects
          Metal Claw has no special effects.
          See Metal Claw details page ↗
        • WaterBubbleDamage12Energy14Duration1.2s
          Toggle more information for move: Bubble
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage12
          Energy14
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.2s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage8
          Energy11

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

        Charged Moves

        • NormalVise GripDamage35Energy33Duration1.9s
          Toggle more information for move: Vise Grip
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage35
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration1.9s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage40
          Energy40

          Effects
          Vise Grip has no special effects.
          See Vise Grip details page ↗
        • BugX-ScissorDamage45Energy33Duration1.6s
          Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.6s
          Damage window1.2s - 1.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy40

          Effects
          X-Scissor has no special effects.
          See X-Scissor details page ↗
        • WaterWater PulseDamage70Energy50Duration3.2s
          Toggle more information for move: Water Pulse
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration3.2s
          Damage window2.2s - 2.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy55

          Effects
          Water Pulse has no special effects.
          See Water Pulse details page ↗
        • WaterCrabhammerDamage85Energy50Duration1.9s
          Toggle more information for move: Crabhammer
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.9s
          Damage window1.5s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Crabhammer has a 12.5% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 50.0%
          See Crabhammer details page ↗
        • WaterRazor ShellDamage45Energy33Duration1.3s
          Toggle more information for move: Razor Shell
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GroundGround
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
          • 62.5%
            • WaterWater
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.3s
          Damage window0.7s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage35
          Energy35

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Razor Shell has a 50.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Razor Shell 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 ↗
        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        If you are unable to get Shadow Kingler with its best moveset, we recommend to use Bubble/Crabhammer. You will lose around 6.0% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Shadow Kingler's strongest moveset (Metal Claw/Crabhammer).

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

        Shadow Kingler's PvE and PvP Ranking

        Shiny Pokémon icon
        RoleTier
        Raid AttackerRaid AttackerA TierExternal Link#85
        Water Water-type Attacker
        Bubble / Crabhammer        		S TierExternal Link#6
        Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

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        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

        Shadow Kingler's has 3198 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Kingler obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1480 CP to 1616 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1850 CP to 2020 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Kingler can be found in the 1155 CP to 1212 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP3198 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1155 CP - 1212 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1540 CP - 1616 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1480 CP - 1616 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
        • rainRain
        		1850 CP - 2020 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.

        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Kingler

        Photobomb

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

        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.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
        140 CP2125 CP3210 CP
        4296 CP5381 CP6467 CP
        7552 CP8637 CP9723 CP
        10808 CP11889 CP12970 CP
        131051 CP141131 CP151212 CP
        161293 CP171374 CP181455 CP
        191535 CP201616 CP211697 CP
        221778 CP231859 CP241940 CP
        252020 CP262101 CP272182 CP
        282263 CP292344 CP302425 CP
        312465 CP322506 CP332546 CP
        342586 CP352627 CP362667 CP
        372708 CP382748 CP392788 CP
        402829 CP412865 CP422901 CP
        432937 CP442974 CP453011 CP
        463048 CP473085 CP483122 CP
        493160 CP503198 CP

        Shadow Kingler evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Shadow KrabbyShadow Krabby
        • Candy Icon50 Candy
        		Shadow Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Shadow KinglerShadow Kingler
        • Shadow Krabby evolves into Shadow Kingler which costs 50 Candy.

        Pokédex information

        Kanto
        Pokédex Number#99
        Height1.3 m
        Weight60 kg
        RegionKanto Generation 1
        Can be tradedAllowed
        Pokémon Home transferAllowed
        Base Catch Rate20%
        Base Flee Rate7.000000000000001%
        Catch rewards
        5 Candy
        300 Stardust
        Additional Move Cost
        50 Candy
        50000 Candy

        Encounter data

        No encounter data available

        How to purify Shadow Kingler

        Purification cost3 Candy
        3000 Stardust
        Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
        Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Shadow Kingler in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

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

                List of Shadow Kingler costumes

                Photobomb

                A list of Shadow Kingler costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available

                Shadow Kingler high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Kingler. 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 KinglerShadow KinglerShadow KinglerShadow Kingler

                Shadow Kingler Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueThe large pincer has 10000 hp of crushing power. However, its huge size makes it unwieldy to use.
                YellowOne claw grew massively and as hard as steel. It has 10,000-HP strength. However, it is too heavy.
                GoldIt can hardly lift its massive, overgrown pincer. The pincer's size makes it difficult to aim properly.
                SilverIts pincers grow peculiarly large. If it lifts the pincers too fast, it loses its bal­ ance and staggers.
                CrystalIts oversized claw is very powerful, but when it's not in battle, the claw just gets in the way.
                Ruby, SapphireKINGLER has an enormous, oversized claw. It waves this huge claw in the air to communicate with others. However, because the claw is so heavy, the POKéMON quickly tires.
                EmeraldIt waves its huge, oversized claw in the air to communicate with others. But since the claw is so heavy, this POKéMON quickly tires.
                FireRedIts large and hard pincer has 10,000- horsepower strength. However, being so big, it is unwieldy to move.
                LeafGreenThe large pincer has 10,000-horsepower crushing force. However, its huge size makes it unwieldy to use.
                Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The larger pincer has 10,000- horsepower strength. However, it is so heavy, it is difficult to aim.
                HeartGoldIt can hardly lift its massive, overgrown pincer. The pincer’s size makes it difficult to aim properly.
                SoulSilverIts pincers grow peculiarly large. If it lifts the pincers too fast, it loses its balance and staggers.
                X, SwordIts large and hard pincer has 10,000-horsepower strength. However, being so big, it is unwieldy to move.
                YIts pincers grow peculiarly large. If it lifts the pincers too fast, it loses its balance and staggers.
                Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireKingler has an enormous, oversized claw. It waves this huge claw in the air to communicate with others. However, because the claw is so heavy, the Pokémon quickly tires.
                Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!One claw grew massively and is as hard as steel. It has 10,000-horsepower strength. However, it is too heavy.
                ShieldIts oversized claw is very powerful, but when it’s not in battle, the claw just gets in the way.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Shadow Kingler’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Shadow Kingler is a Water-type Pokémon and is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. Shadow Kingler is strong against Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water-type moves.

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

                The best moves for Shadow Kingler in Pokémon GO are Metal Claw and Crabhammer. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 23.647 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 431.529.

                How does Shadow Kingler perform in Raids?

                Shadow Kingler is a solid choice for many Raid battles. Ranks #85 as a Raid attacker.

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

                Shadow Kingler is an S-Tier Water-type attacker, ranking at number #6 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Kingler?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Kingler: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, and Primal Kyogre.

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

                Shadow Kingler’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2829 CP and 3198 CP at Level 50.

                Can Shadow Kingler be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Kingler cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

                Can Shadow Kingler Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Shadow Kingler cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.