
| Max CP | 4,268 |
| Generation | Alola (Gen 7) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Marshadow is a Fighting/Ghost-type Pokémon from Alola (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,268 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Marshadow has base stats of 265 Attack, 190 Defense, and 207 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 662.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 265, Marshadow is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Cloudy weather, Marshadow receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Marshadow is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sucker Punch | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Counter STAB | Fighting | 12 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Poison Jab | Poison | 10 | +7 | 12.5 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Close Combat STAB | Fighting | 100 | -45 | - | 100 | -45 |
| Fire Punch | Fire | 55 | -40 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 45 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Ice Punch | Ice | 50 | -40 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Rock Slide | Rock | 80 | -50 | - | 75 | -45 |
Marshadow takes increased damage from these types:
Marshadow takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Marshadow in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Psychic | 345 | 115 | 137 | 3,615 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Psychic | 300 | 182 | 214 | 4,780 |
| 4 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Psychic | 271 | 167 | 146 | 3,498 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Psychic | 270 | 151 | 181 | 3,673 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 1,497 |
| 4 | 1 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 1,495 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 15 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 1,494 |
| 9 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 1,498 |
| 10 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 15 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 25 | 2,498 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 25 | 2,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 25 | 2,499 |
| 4 | 1 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 25 | 2,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 25 | 2,492 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 25 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 25 | 2,497 |
| 9 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 25 | 2,496 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 2,491 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 3,197 | 1,598 | 2,131 | 2,664 | 3,730 | 4,229 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,190 | 1,595 | 2,126 | 2,658 | 3,722 | 4,220 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,190 | 1,595 | 2,126 | 2,658 | 3,721 | 4,219 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,171 | 1,585 | 2,114 | 2,642 | 3,699 | 4,195 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,167 | 1,583 | 2,111 | 2,639 | 3,695 | 4,190 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 3,145 | 1,572 | 2,096 | 2,620 | 3,669 | 4,160 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 3,119 | 1,559 | 2,079 | 2,599 | 3,638 | 4,125 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 3,140 | 1,570 | 2,093 | 2,617 | 3,664 | 4,154 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 3,067 | 1,533 | 2,044 | 2,555 | 3,578 | 4,057 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,813 | 1,406 | 1,875 | 2,344 | 3,282 | 3,721 |
Important CP values for Marshadow with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,229 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,730 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 2,044 - 2,131 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,555 - 2,664 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 2,044 - 2,131 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,533 - 1,598 CP |
Maximum CP for Marshadow with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 | 26 | 3,730 |
| 2 | 3,730 | 27 | 3,730 |
| 3 | 3,730 | 28 | 3,730 |
| 4 | 3,730 | 29 | 3,730 |
| 5 | 503 | 30 | 3,197 |
| 6 | 3,730 | 31 | 3,730 |
| 7 | 3,730 | 32 | 3,730 |
| 8 | 3,730 | 33 | 3,730 |
| 9 | 3,730 | 34 | 3,730 |
| 10 | 1,066 | 35 | 3,464 |
| 11 | 3,730 | 36 | 3,730 |
| 12 | 3,730 | 37 | 3,730 |
| 13 | 3,730 | 38 | 3,730 |
| 14 | 3,730 | 39 | 3,730 |
| 15 | 1,598 | 40 | 3,730 |
| 16 | 3,730 | 41 | 3,730 |
| 17 | 3,730 | 42 | 3,730 |
| 18 | 3,730 | 43 | 3,730 |
| 19 | 3,730 | 44 | 3,730 |
| 20 | 2,131 | 45 | 3,990 |
| 21 | 3,730 | 46 | 3,730 |
| 22 | 3,730 | 47 | 3,730 |
| 23 | 3,730 | 48 | 3,730 |
| 24 | 3,730 | 49 | 3,730 |
| 25 | 2,664 | 50 | 4,229 |
Marshadow (#802) is a Fighting/Ghost-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,268 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Marshadow is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Marshadow in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Marshadow is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Marshadow's Attack stat is 265 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Marshadow an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 190 Defense (Excellent) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 662. This gives Marshadow reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Marshadow's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Marshadow depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Sucker Punch (Fast) with Close Combat (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Marshadow has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.
With 4,229 CP at Level 50, Marshadow is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Marshadow appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Marshadow at Level 20 (2,044 - 2,131 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,555 - 2,664 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,131 CP.
Marshadow is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Marshadow is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Marshadow gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,555 - 2,664 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Marshadow's max CP?
A: 4,229 CP at Level 50, or 3,730 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Marshadow good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Marshadow be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Marshadow weak to?
A: Flying, Psychic, Fairy, Ghost-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Sucker Punch + Close Combat for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.