Stats & Training
Shaymin's stats barely vary. 6 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 3 HP EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
The flowers all over its body burst into bloom if it is lovingly hugged and senses gratitude.
The flowers all over its body burst into bloom if it is lovingly hugged and senses gratitude.
Shaymin Weakness
Shaymin is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Shaymin's overall bulk (100/100/100) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
In Black 2 & White 2, Dragonite's Outrage hits Shaymin for 65-77%. Volcarona threatens a KO with Fire Blast (108-128%).
 Dragonite Dragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMultiscale ItemLum Berry NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Shaymin View Dragonite builds →Extreme Speed29-34% Outrage65-77% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLum Berry NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Shaymin View Volcarona builds →Giga Drain12-15% Fire Blast 2x108-128%KO | ||
 Heatran FireSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Heatran builds →
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 Tentacruel WaterPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRaindish ItemBlack Sludge NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Shaymin View Tentacruel builds →Rapid Spin7-9% Scald11-12% | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Shaymin View Mamoswine builds →Earthquake40-47% Ice Shard 2x64-76% Superpower63-74% | ||
Black 2 & White 2 Evolution
Shaymin is a mythical Grass type with 600 total stats. No evolution, no breeding. You get one through events or special distribution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Black 2 & White 2 Shaymin Best Moveset
For a special attacker, Shaymin wants max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs and Life Orb. The Timid nature tilts toward fast special duty, and Natural Cure contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Shaymin best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Earth Power
- Seed Flare
- Aromatherapy
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Shaymin develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Energy Ball and Seed Flare show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Shaymin in Black 2 & White 2
No wild encounters for Shaymin in Black 2 & White 2. It's available in Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Shaymin is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
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Shaymin Guide
In Black 2 & White 2, Shaymin is a Mythical Pokemon rated C-Tier. At 600 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a support. Earthpower with Life Orb is the standard set.
In Black 2 & White 2, Shaymin's biggest threats include Charizard (Fire), Cloyster (Ice), and Crobat (Poison), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Flying and Bug-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. Shaymin has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
In Black 2 & White 2, Run Natural Cure on Shaymin. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche.
In Black 2 & White 2, Shaymin fills the support role. It's a special attacker with base 100 Sp. Atk. Base 100 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
In Black 2 & White 2, the best way to handle Shaymin: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Fire, Ice, and Poison-type attackers hit hardest.
Game Availability
As a Mythical Pokemon, Shaymin has limited availability — 12 games since its debut in Diamond & Pearl. Typically obtained through special events or in-game quests rather than standard encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves