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No. 0146

Moltres

Flame Pokémon

Moltres
Official art
FireFlying
Height
2 m 6′07″
Weight
60 kg 132.3 lbs
Base stat total
580 top 9%
Introduced
Gen I
Abilities
Legendary
Pokédex entryShield
There are stories of this Pokémon using its radiant, flame-cloaked wings to light up paths for those lost in the mountains.
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Base stats

HP90150–197290–384
Atk10094–167184–328
Def9085–156166–306
SpA125117–194229–383
SpD8581–150157–295
Spe9085–156166–306
Total580Higher than 91% of all Pokémon
HP90Atk100Def90Spe90SpD85SpA125

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 3 SpA.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 90). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+156Max142No SP110Min99Scarf234Tailwind312

At max Speed, Moltres outspeeds 16 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

  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. 156Moltres · 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. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  19. 142Moltres · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  22. 110Moltres · 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

Rock4×Electric2×Water2×

Resists

Bug¼×Grass¼×Fairy½×Fighting½×Fire½×Steel½×

Immune to

Ground0×
Takes normal damage from 8 types
NormalFlyingPoisonGhostPsychicIceDragonDark

Abilities

  • Pressure

    Increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one.

  • Flame BodyHidden ability

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

Competitive

SV SinglesOUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexOU

6.66% of teams · rank #31 · Singles, all Pokémon · 1630+ rating · 426,601 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Heavy-Duty Boots
Ability
Flame Body
Nature
Bold
EVs
248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpA
  1. Roost
  2. Flamethrower
  3. U-turn
  4. Defog

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

Usage by rating

  • All players4.71%
  • Rated 1500+6.34%
  • Rated 1630+6.66%
  • Rated 1760+6.33%

Usage by month

Oct 20256.66%

Moves

  • Roost94%
  • Flamethrower84.3%
  • U-turn72.8%
  • Defog45.6%
  • Hurricane24%
  • Brave Bird14.1%
  • Mystical Fire12.2%
  • Toxic10.4%
  • Scorching Sands9.9%
  • Will-O-Wisp9.5%

Items

  • Heavy-Duty Boots97.1%
  • Choice Specs2.5%
  • Choice Scarf0.2%
  • Rocky Helmet0.1%
  • Life Orb0%
  • Assault Vest0%

Abilities

  • 98.4%
  • 1.6%

EV spreads

  • Bold 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpA12.9%
  • Bold 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD9.4%
  • Calm 252 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpD8%
  • Calm 248 HP / 248 SpD / 12 Spe6.8%
  • Relaxed 248 HP / 204 Def / 56 Spe4.4%

Common teammates

Checks & counters

Evolution

Moltres does not evolve.

Moves

Level up 16

1GustInflicts regular damage and can hit Pokémon in the air.FlyingSpec40100%35
1LeerLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30
5EmberHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec40100%25
10SafeguardProtects the user’s field from major status ailments and confusion for five turns.NormalStatus——25
15Wing AttackInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FlyingPhys60100%35
20AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30
25Ancient PowerHas a 10% chance to raise all of the user’s stats by one stage.RockSpec60100%5
30IncinerateDestroys the target’s held berry.FireSpec60100%15
35Air SlashHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15
40RoostHeals the user by half its max HP.FlyingStatus——5
45Heat WaveHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec9590%10
50Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
55HurricaneHas a 30% chance to confuse the target.FlyingSpec11070%10
60EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
65OverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5
70Sky AttackUser charges for one turn before attacking. Has a 30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingPhys14090%5

TM / HM / TR 41

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM04AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM14AcrobaticsHas double power if the user has no held item.FlyingPhys55100%15
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
TM27Aerial AceNever misses.FlyingPhys60—20
TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20
TM38Flame ChargeInflicts regular damage. Raises the user’s Speed by one stage.FirePhys50100%20
TM40Air CutterHas an increased chance for a critical hit.FlyingSpec6095%25
TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
TM51SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10
TM60U-turnUser must switch out after attacking.BugPhys70100%20
TM65Air SlashHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15
TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM97FlyUser flies high into the air, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.FlyingPhys9095%15
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
TM113TailwindFor three turns, friendly Pokémon have doubled Speed.FlyingStatus——15
TM118Heat WaveHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec9590%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
TM160HurricaneHas a 30% chance to confuse the target.FlyingSpec11070%10
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
TM164Brave BirdUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.FlyingPhys120100%15
TM165Flare BlitzUser takes 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. Has a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys120100%15
TM168Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10
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
TM193Weather BallIf there be weather, this move has doubled power and the weather’s type.NormalSpec50100%10
TM195Burning JealousyBurns the target if it had a state stage raise this turn.FireSpec70100%5
TM197Dual WingbeatHits twice in one turn.FlyingPhys4090%10
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

Pokédex entries

Category
Flame Pokémon
Debut
Kanto · Red & Green (JP)
Color
Yellow
Shape
Habitat
Rare
Pal Park area
Mountain
Kanto#146Original Johto#237Updated Johto#242Coastal Kalos#153Let’s Go Kanto#146Crown Tundra#204

  1. There are stories of this Pokémon using its radiant, flame-cloaked wings to light up paths for those lost in the mountains.

    Shield

  2. It’s one of the legendary bird Pokémon. When Moltres flaps its flaming wings, they glimmer with a dazzling red glow.

    Sword

  3. One of the legendary bird Pokémon. It is said that its appearance indicates the coming of spring.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2 · Y

  4. It is said to be the legendary bird Pokémon of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flare of flames.

    LeafGreen · X

  5. One of the legendary bird Pokémon. Those seeing it are overwhelmed by its orange wings that seem to be on fire.

    FireRed

  6. MOLTRES is a legendary bird Pokémon that can control fire. If injured, it is said to dip its body in the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself.

    Emerald

  7. MOLTRES is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control fire. If this Pokémon is injured, it is said to dip its body in the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself.

    Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire

  8. Legendary bird Pokémon. It is said to migrate from the south along with the spring.

    Crystal

  9. This legendary bird Pokémon is said to bring early spring to the wintry lands it visits.

    Silver · SoulSilver

  10. This legendary Pokémon scatters embers with every flap of its wings. It is a thrilling sight to behold.

    Gold · HeartGold

  11. A legendary bird Pokémon. As it flaps its flaming wings, even the night sky will turn red.

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

  12. Known as the legendary bird of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flash of flames.

    Red · Blue

Names around the world

Japanese
ファイヤー
Japanese (romaji)
Fire
Korean
파이어
Chinese (Traditional)
火焰鳥
Chinese (Simplified)
火焰鸟
French
Sulfura
German
Lavados
Spanish
Moltres
Italian
Moltres

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
3 SpA
Catch rate
3 ≈0.4% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
35
Base experience
261
Growth rate
Slow

Breeding

Egg groups
Undiscovered
Gender
Genderless
Hatch time
80 egg cycles ≈20,655 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 70
Green 1 area
  • Victory Road 2 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Red 1 area
  • Victory Road 2 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 70
Let’s Go, Eevee! 26 areas
  • Road 1Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 10Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 11Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 12Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 13Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 14Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 15Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 16Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 17Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 18Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 19Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 2 (north, towards Pewter City)Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 2 (south, towards Viridian City)Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 20Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 21Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 22Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 23Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 24Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 25Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 3Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 4Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 6Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 7Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 8Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 9Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Victory Road 1 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Let’s Go, Pikachu! 26 areas
  • Road 1Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 10Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 11Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 12Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 13Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 14Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 15Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 16Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 17Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 18Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 19Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 2 (north, towards Pewter City)Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 2 (south, towards Viridian City)Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 20Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 21Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 22Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 23Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 24Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 25Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 3Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 4Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 6Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 7Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 8Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Road 9Rare spawn in the sky with lure or catch combo · Lv 3–56
  • Victory Road 1 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Ultra Moon 2 areas
  • Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60
  • Ultra Space Wilds Cliff WorldStatic encounter · Lv 60
Ultra Sun 2 areas
  • Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60
  • Ultra Space Wilds Cliff WorldStatic encounter · Lv 60
Y 2 areas
  • Roaming KalosStatic encounter · Lv 70
  • Sea Spirit’s DenStatic encounter · Lv 70
X 2 areas
  • Roaming KalosStatic encounter · Lv 70
  • Sea Spirit’s DenStatic encounter · Lv 70
XD 1 area
  • Citadark Isle Dome 2FSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 50
SoulSilver 1 area
  • Mount Silver (top)Static encounter · Lv 50
HeartGold 1 area
  • Mount Silver (top)Static encounter · Lv 50
Platinum 1 area
  • Roaming SinnohOn any overworld patch of grass, On any overworld water tile · Lv 60
LeafGreen 1 area
  • Mount Ember SummitStatic encounter · Lv 50
FireRed 1 area
  • Mount Ember SummitStatic encounter · Lv 50
Yellow 1 area
  • Victory Road 2 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Blue 1 area
  • Victory Road 2 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50
Red 1 area
  • Victory Road 2 (2F)Static encounter · Lv 50