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No. 0126

Magmar

Spitfire Pokémon

Magmar
Official art
Fire
Height
1.3 m 4′03″
Weight
44.5 kg 98.1 lbs
Base stat total
495 top 33%
Introduced
Gen I
Abilities
Pokédex entryLegends: Arceus
Legend has it that this Pokémon was born from the crater of a volcano. When wounded, it bathes in lava to heal its body, much as one would soak in a hot spring.
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Base stats

HP65125–172240–334
Atk9590–161175–317
Def5755–119107–234
SpA10094–167184–328
SpD8581–150157–295
Spe9388–159171–313
Total495Higher than 67% of all Pokémon
HP65Atk95Def57Spe93SpD85SpA100

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 SpA.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 93). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+159Max145No SP113Min101Scarf238Tailwind318

At max Speed, Magmar outspeeds 17 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. 159Magmar · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  15. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  16. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  17. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  18. 145Magmar · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  19. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  22. 113Magmar · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  23. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  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

0.1% of teams · rank #217 · Doubles · 1695+ rating · 196,031 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Eviolite
Ability
Vital Spirit
Nature
Calm
EVs
164 HP / 92 SpA / 252 SpD
Tera Type
Fire
  1. Follow Me
  2. Will-O-Wisp
  3. Heat Wave
  4. Clear Smog

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players0.31%
  • Rated 1500+0.29%
  • Rated 1695+0.1%
  • Rated 1825+0.03%

Usage by month

Oct 20250.1%

Moves

  • Follow Me99.8%
  • Will-O-Wisp60%
  • Heat Wave56.7%
  • Clear Smog53.1%
  • Protect36.6%
  • Helping Hand33.8%
  • Overheat19.5%
  • Knock Off14.1%
  • Taunt11.8%
  • Lava Plume9.5%

Items

  • Eviolite100%
  • Clear Amulet0%
  • Covert Cloak0%
  • Choice Specs0%
  • Rocky Helmet0%
  • Choice Scarf0%

Abilities

  • 63.6%
  • 36.4%

EV spreads

  • Calm 164 HP / 92 SpA / 252 SpD44.6%
  • Bold 252 HP / 180 Def / 4 SpA / 68 SpD / 4 Spe12.6%
  • Calm 252 HP / 200 Def / 56 SpD7.7%
  • Bold 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD5.8%
  • Calm 252 HP / 4 SpA / 252 SpD5.4%

Tera types

  • Fire54.5%
  • Grass18.6%
  • Ghost10.3%
  • Water7.8%

Common teammates

Evolution

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

Moves

Level up 15

1EmberHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec40100%25
1LeerLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30
1SmogHas a 40% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec3070%20
1SmokescreenLowers 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
34Lava PlumeHas a 30% chance to burn the target.FireSpec80100%15
40Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20
46FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
52Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
58Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5
64Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM / HM / TR 46

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
TM39Low SweepLowers the target’s Speed by one stage.FightingPhys65100%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
TM80MetronomeRandomly selects and uses any move in the game.NormalStatus——10
TM83Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20
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
TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TM157OverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5
TM158Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%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
TM172RoarImmediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.NormalStatus——20
TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
TM189Heat CrashPower is higher when the user weighs more than the target, up to a maximum of 120.FirePhys—100%10
TM191UproarForced to use this move for several turns. Pokémon cannot fall asleep in that time.NormalSpec90100%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
TM215Scorching SandsHas a 30% chance to burn the target.GroundSpec70100%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
Spitfire Pokémon
Debut
Kanto · Red & Green (JP)
Color
Red
Shape
Habitat
Mountain
Pal Park area
Mountain
Kanto#126Original Johto#151Extended Sinnoh#201Updated Johto#153Updated Unova#054Original Alola#167Original Akala#094Updated Alola#201Updated Akala#102Let’s Go Kanto#126Crown Tundra#019Hisui#175Blueberry#014

  1. Legend has it that this Pokémon was born from the crater of a volcano. When wounded, it bathes in lava to heal its body, much as one would soak in a hot spring.

    Legends: Arceus

  2. These Pokémon’s bodies are constantly burning. Magmar are feared as one of the causes behind fires.

    Shield

  3. Magmar dispatches its prey with fire. But it regrets this habit once it realizes that it has burned its intended prey to a charred crisp.

    Sword

  4. The hotter the place, the better they feel. Magmar in Alola are said to be hardier than those in other areas.

    Ultra Moon

  5. Its entire body is burning. When it breathes, the temperature rises. When it sneezes, flames shoot out!

    Ultra Sun

  6. When angered, it spouts brilliant fire from all over its body. It doesn’t calm down until its opponent has burned to ash.

    Moon

  7. When it’s tired, it leaps into the mouth of a volcano and soaks its body in magma to ease its weariness. Its body burns at 2,192 degrees F.

    Sun

  8. The scorching fire exhaled by Magmar forms heat waves around its body, making it hard to see the Pokémon clearly.

    Black 2 · White 2

  9. When it breathes deeply, heat waves form around its body, making it hard to see clearly.

    Platinum · Black · White

  10. Born in the spout of a volcano, its body is covered by flames that shimmer like the sun.

    Diamond · Pearl · Y

  11. Its body always burns with an orange glow that enables it to hide perfectly amidst flames.

    LeafGreen

  12. Found near the mouth of a volcano. This fire-breather’s body temperature is nearly 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit.

    FireRed · X

  13. In battle, it blows out intense flames from all over its body to intimidate its foe. These fiery bursts create heat waves that ignite grass and trees in the area.

    Emerald

  14. In battle, MAGMAR blows out intensely hot flames from all over its body to intimidate its opponent. This Pokémon’s fiery bursts create heat waves that ignite grass and trees in its surroundings.

    Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire

  15. It moves more frequently in hot areas. It can heal itself by dipping its wound into lava.

    Crystal

  16. The fiery surface of its body gives off a wavering, rippling glare that is similar to the sun.

    Silver · SoulSilver

  17. It dislikes cold places, so it blows scorching flames to make the environment suitable for itself.

    Gold · HeartGold

  18. Born in an active volcano. Its body is always cloaked in flames, so it looks like a big ball of fire.

    Yellow · Let’s Go, Pikachu! · Let’s Go, Eevee!

  19. Its body always burns with an orange glow that enables it to hide perfectly among flames.

    Red · Blue

Names around the world

Japanese
ブーバー
Japanese (romaji)
Boober
Korean
마그마
Chinese (Traditional)
鴨嘴火獸
Chinese (Simplified)
鸭嘴火兽
French
Magmar
German
Magmar
Spanish
Magmar
Italian
Magmar

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation I

Generation II

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
2 SpA
Catch rate
45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
173
Growth rate
Medium

Breeding

Egg groups
Human-Like
Gender
♂ 75%♀ 25%
Hatch time
25 egg cycles ≈6,630 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 14 areas
  • Ballimere LakeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Frostpoint FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den T)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Giant's FootSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
  • Old CemeteryWalking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Slippery SlopeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide SlopeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Three-Point PassWalking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
Green 2 areas
  • Pokemon Mansion (3F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 34
  • Pokemon Mansion (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Sword: The Crown Tundra 14 areas
  • Ballimere LakeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Frostpoint FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den T)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Giant's FootSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
  • Old CemeteryWalking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Slippery SlopeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide SlopeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Three-Point PassWalking in the overworld · Lv 60–65
Let’s Go, Eevee! 4 areas
  • Pokemon Mansion (1F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (2F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (3F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (B1F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
Let’s Go, Pikachu! 4 areas
  • Pokemon Mansion (1F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (2F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (3F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
  • Pokemon Mansion (B1F)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–44
Ultra Moon 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19
Ultra Sun 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19
Moon 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19
Sun 1 area
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19
Y 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Fire)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
X 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Fire)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
XD 1 area
  • Citadark Isle 2FSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 36
SoulSilver 2 areas
  • Burned Tower (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–16
  • Safari Zone PeakWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17–41
HeartGold 2 areas
  • Burned Tower (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–16
  • Safari Zone PeakWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17–41
Platinum 1 area
  • Fuego IronworksWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–29
LeafGreen 1 area
  • Mount EmberWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–40
Crystal 1 area
  • Mount Silver (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45
Silver 1 area
  • Burned Tower (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–16
Gold 1 area
  • Burned Tower (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–16
Blue 2 areas
  • Pokemon Mansion (3F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 34
  • Pokemon Mansion (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38