Type matchups
Damage Shadow Calyrex takes from each attacking type.
As a Psychic/Ghost type, Shadow Calyrex has 2 weaknesses, 2 resistances and 2 immunities, fewer than the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 3 other Pokémon share the Psychic/Ghost typing.
Base stats
- HP
- 100
- Attack
- 85
- Defense
- 80
- Sp. Atk
- 165
- Sp. Def
- 100
- Speed
- 150
- Total
- 680
Shadow Calyrex has a base stat total of 680, higher than 97% of Pokémon. With Sp. Atk (165) well above Attack (85), it works best as a special attacker. A Speed of 150 beats 99% of Pokémon, so it outspeeds most opponents. With 100 HP, 80 Defense and 100 Sp. Def it is bulky and holds up better against special hits.
Shadow Calyrex's only ability is As One.
How to beat Shadow Calyrex
The best way to beat Shadow Calyrex is with Ghost and Dark moves, which deal 4× damage.
Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Normal and Fighting moves have no effect on it and Poison and Psychic moves are resisted.
Good counters: Obstagoon hits for 4× with Dark-type STAB and is immune to Shadow Calyrex's Psychic and Ghost moves. Galarian Linoone hits for 4× with Dark-type STAB and is immune to Shadow Calyrex's Psychic and Ghost moves. Alolan Raticate hits for 4× with Dark-type STAB and is immune to Shadow Calyrex's Psychic and Ghost moves.
Evolution
Shadow Calyrex is an alternate form of Calyrex, so it shares Calyrex's evolution line.
Best counters to Shadow Calyrex
Other Psychic/Ghost Pokémon
Frequently asked questions
What is Shadow Calyrex weak to?
As a Psychic/Ghost type, Shadow Calyrex takes super-effective damage from Ghost (4×) and Dark (4×) moves.
What is Shadow Calyrex resistant to?
Shadow Calyrex resists Poison and Psychic moves. It is immune to Normal and Fighting.
What are the best counters to Shadow Calyrex?
Strong type-based picks include Obstagoon, Galarian Linoone and Alolan Raticate, which hit Shadow Calyrex with super-effective attacks.