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No. 0240

Magby

Live Coal Pokémon

Magby
Official art
Fire
Height
0.7 m 2′04″
Weight
21.4 kg 47.2 lbs
Base stat total
365 top 66%
Introduced
Gen II
Abilities
Baby
Pokédex entryLegends: Arceus
This Pokémon lives in volcanic areas. With each breath, sparks spurt from its mouth and nose. When Magby is in good health, its flames gain a yellow tint.
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Base stats

HP45105–152200–294
Atk7572–139139–273
Def3737–9771–190
SpA7067–134130–262
SpD5554–117103–229
Spe8379–148153–291
Total365Higher than 34% of all Pokémon
HP45Atk75Def37Spe83SpD55SpA70

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 Spe.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 83). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+148Max135No SP103Min92Scarf222Tailwind296

At max Speed, Magby outspeeds 14 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  15. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  16. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  17. 148Magby · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  18. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  19. 135Magby · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  22. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  23. 103Magby · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  24. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  25. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  26. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  27. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  28. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  29. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  30. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  31. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Ground2×Rock2×Water2×

Resists

Bug½×Fairy½×Fire½×Grass½×Ice½×Steel½×
Takes normal damage from 9 types
NormalFightingFlyingPoisonGhostElectricPsychicDragonDark

Abilities

  • Flame Body

    Has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact.

  • Vital SpiritHidden ability

    Prevents sleep.

Competitive

SV SinglesNFE

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

  1. #0240MagbyFire
    1. Level 30#0126MagmarFire
      1. Trade holding Magmarizer#0467MagmortarFire

Moves

Level up 14

1LeerLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30
1SmogHas a 40% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec3070%20
4EmberHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec40100%25
8SmokescreenLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.NormalStatus—100%20
12Clear SmogRemoves all of the target’s stat modifiers.PoisonSpec50—15
16Flame WheelHas a 10% chance to burn the target. Lets frozen Pokémon thaw themselves.FirePhys60100%25
20Confuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10
24Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10
28Fire PunchHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys75100%15
32Lava PlumeHas a 30% chance to burn the target.FireSpec80100%15
36Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20
40FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
44Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
48Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5

TM / HM / TR 35

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM06Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM12Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20
TM13Acid SprayLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.PoisonSpec40100%20
TM17Confuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10
TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25
TM24Fire SpinPrevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.FireSpec3585%15
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TM38Flame ChargeInflicts regular damage. Raises the user’s Speed by one stage.FirePhys50100%20
TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15
TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
TM67Fire PunchHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys75100%15
TM68Thunder PunchHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricPhys75100%15
TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TM83Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10
TM107Will-O-WispBurns the target.FireStatus—85%15
TM118Heat WaveHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec9590%10
TM120PsychicHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.PsychicSpec90100%10
TM125FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20
TM141Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5
TM157OverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5
TM165Flare BlitzUser takes 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. Has a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys120100%15
TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10
TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20
TM195Burning JealousyBurns the target if it had a state stage raise this turn.FireSpec70100%5
TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
TM207Temper FlareSpurred by desperation, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.FirePhys75100%10
TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Egg moves 7

EggBelchCan only be used after the user has eaten a berry.PoisonSpec12090%10
EggBelly DrumUser pays half its max HP to max out its Attack.NormalStatus——10
EggCross ChopHas an increased chance for a critical hit.FightingPhys10080%5
EggDynamic PunchHas a 100% chance to confuse the target.FightingPhys10050%5
EggFocus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20
EggFollow MeRedirects the target’s single-target effects to the user for this turn.NormalStatus——20
EggMach PunchInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FightingPhys40100%30

Pokédex entries

Category
Live Coal Pokémon
Debut
Johto · Gold & Silver
Color
Red
Shape
Habitat
Mountain
Pal Park area
Mountain
Original Johto#150Extended Sinnoh#200Updated Johto#152Updated Unova#053Original Alola#166Original Akala#093Updated Alola#200Updated Akala#101Crown Tundra#018Hisui#174Blueberry#013

  1. This Pokémon lives in volcanic areas. With each breath, sparks spurt from its mouth and nose. When Magby is in good health, its flames gain a yellow tint.

    Legends: Arceus

  2. This Pokémon makes its home near volcanoes. At the end of the day, Magby soaks in magma, resting and recovering from the day’s fatigue.

    Shield

  3. This Pokémon is still small and timid. Whenever Magby gets excited or surprised, flames leak from its mouth and its nose.

    Sword

  4. Its body temperature is always around 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit. If Magby falls into a small- enough pond, the whole thing will dry up.

    Ultra Moon

  5. When flames drip from its nose, that means it has a cold. Have it lie down for a nice rest in some magma.

    Ultra Sun

  6. A famous potter lives with a Magby. Apparently its soft flames produce fine works.

    Moon

  7. Many of these Pokémon can be seen in areas with volcanic activity. Feeding can get them so excited, they exhale flames of 1,100 degrees F.

    Sun

  8. Its magma-like blood circulates throughout its body. Its body’s heat can top 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Y

  9. It’s small, but its body temperature is over 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit. Embers escape its mouth and nose when it breathes.

    X

  10. It’s small, but its body temperature is over 1,100 degrees F. Embers escape its mouth and nose when it breathes.

    Black 2 · White 2

  11. It is found in volcanic craters. Its body temperature is over 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit, so don’t underestimate it.

    SoulSilver

  12. Each and every time it inhales and exhales, hot embers dribble from its mouth and nostrils.

    HeartGold

  13. Its magma-like blood circulates throughout its body. Its body’s heat can top 1,100 degrees F.

    Platinum · Black · White

  14. Its body temperature is around 1,100 degrees F. It is healthy if it is breathing yellow flames.

    Diamond · Pearl

  15. It is found in volcanic craters. Its body heat exceeds 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit, so don’t underestimate it.

    FireRed

  16. If a MAGBY is spouting yellow flames from its mouth, it is in good health. When it is fatigued, black smoke will be mixed in with the flames.

    Emerald

  17. MAGBY’s state of health is determined by observing the fire it breathes. If the Pokémon is spouting yellow flames from its mouth, it is in good health. When it is fatigued, black smoke will be mixed in with the flames.

    Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire

  18. It naturally spits an 1100-degree flame. It is said when many appear, it heralds a volcanic eruption.

    Crystal

  19. It is found in volcanic craters. Its body temp. is over 1100 degrees, so don't underestimate it.

    Silver

  20. Each and every time it inhales and exhales, hot embers dribble out of its mouth and nostrils.

    Gold · LeafGreen

Names around the world

Japanese
ブビィ
Japanese (romaji)
Buby
Korean
마그비
Chinese (Traditional)
鴨嘴寶寶
Chinese (Simplified)
鸭嘴宝宝
French
Magby
German
Magby
Spanish
Magby
Italian
Magby

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation II

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
1 Spe
Catch rate
45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
73
Growth rate
Medium

Breeding

Egg groups
Undiscovered
Gender
♂ 75%♀ 25%
Hatch time
25 egg cycles ≈6,630 steps (Gen IV–VII)
Baby Pokémon
Yes

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 13 areas
  • Ballimere LakeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Frostpoint FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's BedWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den T)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Giant's FootWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Old CemeteryWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Slippery SlopeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide SlopeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Three-Point PassWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
Sword: The Crown Tundra 13 areas
  • Ballimere LakeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Frostpoint FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's BedWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den T)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Giant's FootWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Old CemeteryWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Slippery SlopeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide SlopeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
  • Three-Point PassWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60–65
Ultra Moon 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16–19
Ultra Sun 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16–19
Moon 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16–19
Sun 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16–19
Alpha Sapphire 1 area
  • Mirage Mountain (North of Mossdeep)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
Omega Ruby 1 area
  • Mirage Mountain (North of Mossdeep)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
Black 2 2 areas
  • Virbank Complex (inner)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 10–13
  • Virbank Complex (outer)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 10–11
Pearl 4 areas
  • Road 227Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Stark Mountain entranceWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25
  • Stark Mountain exteriorWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Stark Mountain main cavernWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 27
Diamond 4 areas
  • Road 227Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Stark Mountain entranceWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25
  • Stark Mountain exteriorWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Stark Mountain main cavernWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 27
Crystal 1 area
  • Road 34Receive egg as a gift · Lv 5