Should I purify my shadow latias?

Conversation. Here's an answer to something many people might be wondering today, specifically in regards to Shadow legendaries: Should I purify or keep as a Shadow? NEVER purify, even if it would be 100%. Most Purified Pokemon have no advantages and even a 0% Shadow is much stronger in PvE.
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Is it worth purifying a Shadow Pokémon?

A Shadow Pokemon is more powerful than its Purified counterpart in Pokemon Raids and PvP. Purify a Pokemon and said Pokemon will get +2 IVs (Attack, Defense, HP,) for said Pokemon's stats. That delivers an approximately 1 to 2% more powerful Pokemon overall.
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Should I remove Frustration from Shadow latias?

If you're hoping to teach your Shadow Pokémon an exclusive attack that's only offered during Community Day, you'll want to TM away Frustration before you evolve that Pokémon. Otherwise, you risk wasting an Elite Charged TM teaching that evolved Pokémon the special attack.
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Is it better to purify Shadow?

When is purifying a Shadow Pokemon worth it? Many players often reiterate the line that purifying a Pokemon isn't worth it in almost any situation, but there are certainly situations where a purified Pokemon is more useful, even if it loses the 20% damage buff that comes with being a Shadow Pokemon.
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Are shadow Legendaries worth purifying?

Essentially, the GO Fest 2020 Shadow Mewtwo above is the lowest IV version of the Pokémon that could be encountered, and it still hits much harder than the 100% IV standard Mewtwo. So until Niantic changes the function of Purification, the answer is simple: No. You do not want to purify your Shadow Pokémon.
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Should you purify a 3 star Shadow Pokémon?

There are ways to handle this though, so be sure to do them before throwing your Shadow Mewtwo into battle. Otherwise the answer to should you purify your shadow Pokémon in Pokémon GO is usually “no”, though you may disagree if you aren't ultra competitive.
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Does IV change after purification?

Purified Pokémon also get IV boosts when powered up. Each stat goes up by two when purified, meaning if you catch a Shadow Pokémon with at least 13 Attack, Defense, and Stamina will turn into an 100% IV Pokémon.
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How do you forget a Frustration in Pokémon?

Purifying a Pokémon will then automatically replace Frustration with Return — a charged attack that can then be easily unlearned at any time with a charged TM. You should also note, though, that if you choose to go this route, purifying your Pokémon will cause it to be weaker.
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What is the best Shadow Pokémon?

For years, Shadow Mewtwo has stood as the strongest Shadow Pokémon in the game and the reigning strongest Pokémon in general. If you were lucky to catch Shadow Mewtwo, it's best to not Purify it. Instead, look to use as many Mewtwo Candies and Rare Candies on it to truly maximize its potential.
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Which Shadow Pokémon should I remove Frustration?

MACHAMP ⚔️

Machamp has been going strong as a Shadow basically since Shadows became available. Great League is by far the best place for it to stand out as compared to non-Shadow, but it's a very viable sidegrade in Ultra and Master too if you have candy and dust to burn.
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Which Shadow Pokémon should forget Frustration?

When Purified, a Shadow Pokémon will forget Frustration and learn Return, a Charged Attack that's exclusive to Purified Pokémon. Unlike Frustration, Return can be unlearned at any time with use of a Charged TM.
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Which Pokemon should I purify?

Shadow Pokémon have various candy and stardust costs to purify depending on the Pokémon itself. Common Shadow Pokémon such as Rattata, Weedle and Zubat are the cheapest, only costing 1,000 stardust and 1 candy to purify. Shadow Legendary Pokémon are the most expensive, costing 20,000 stardust and 20 candies to purify.
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Is it better to evolve Shadow Pokémon?

Purifying a Shadow Pokémon is a better idea than keeping it the way it is. Purifying gives the Pokémon a significant increase in Combat Power and it will cost less candies to evolve. Make sure you Purify a Pokémon BEFORE you evolve it so you can use less candies.
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Is Frustration a bad move?

Frustration has a base power of only 10, which puts its weaker or on par with Fast moves. This is absolutely pathetic for a Charge move and is used as nothing more than a punishment on Shadow Pokemon to where you won't even think about using them at all.
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Can Elite TM remove Frustration?

3) Elite TM's can't be used to remove Frustration or obtain Return. It is very frustrating. 5) You can use elite Charge TM directly for the Pokemon you wish to have elite move. No need to waste a regular charge TM.
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Should I keep Shadow Pokemon?

Trainers who choose to keep their Pokémon as Shadow Pokémon will reap the benefits of increased attack stats, but at the cost of decreased defensive stats. For some trainers, these stronger attacks are well worth the tradeoff. Additionally, there is also the aesthetic benefit for keeping it as a Shadow Pokémon.
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How much CP is gained purifying?

Purifying a Shadow Pokémon adds two to each of your IVs (to a maximum of 15) and improves your Pokémon's level to 25. So, adding this information to your Pokémon's current stats will give you its new CP.
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What are good IVs for Shadow Pokémon?

The ideal shadow Pokemon for PVP play has a low attack IV, but high defense and HP IVs. This is because the flat 20% boost for attacks from shadow Pokemon offers more DPS than a high attack IV, while the low attack IV means the Pokemon's CP is weighted more heavily towards their bulkiness.
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Should I purify Shadow Lugia?

Players should not purify Shadow Lugia under any circumstances. Shadow Lugia behaves the same way as any other shadow Pokémon. While getting a huge boost of CP and higher IVs may be tempting, shadow legendaries are best left as-is, thanks to the 20% boost to attack that shadow Pokémon receive.
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What is latias best Moveset?

Best moveset for Latias

The best moves for Latias are Dragon Breath and Outrage when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
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How do I get rid of Frustration Pokemon without purifying?

All players have to do is select the Shadow Pokemon they want altered, go into the items tab, select Elite TM if they have one, and if not, click charge TM . This should be a low risk decision since, regardless of which move comes from the TM , it's guaranteed to be better than Frustration.
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Should I evolve Shadow Pokémon before purifying?

So, when should you purify? The above means your Shadow Pokemon's CP is basically irrelevant. You're not going to use them in battle and if you do purify it, it won't matter whether its CP is 20 or 600 as it'll end up the same, regardless.
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