That 4x Rock weakness is something every Volcarona user needs to plan around. At least it resists 6 types to make up for it. Clears the crowded base-100 Speed benchmark. Known as the Sun Pokemon.
Sp. Atk and Sp. Def carry most of Volcarona's stat budget. Attack's the obvious dump stat. Very hard to catch and yields 3 Sp. Atk EVs. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Its burning body causes it to be unpopular in hot parts of the world, but in cold ones, Volcarona is revered as an embodiment of the sun.
This Pokémon scatters burning scales. Most of the danger of these scales is not in their heat—it’s in the way they rob the surrounding air of oxygen.
Volcarona Weakness
AvgRock, Water, and Flying-type moves hit Volcarona for super-effective damage. Rock hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Volcarona's special bulk (base 105 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Evolved from Larvesta. Volcarona is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are takes forever to hatch. Sp.Atk grew the most through evolution (+85 over Larvesta), and Volcarona peaks at 550 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Volcarona to get Larvesta eggs using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
Volcarona runs Quiver Dance to boost before sweeping. Flame Body and Modest nature shape the build, with flexible EVs EVs to capitalize after one turn of setup, plus the remaining moves to back it up.
Best Build
Best Volcarona Moveset
- Quiver Dance
- Heat Wave
- Protect
- Tera Blast
Recommended Teammates
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Volcarona. TMs unlock Normal and Flying coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Overheat and Flare Blitz into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without breeding, Volcarona misses out on Absorb and Harden. That's 3 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Overheat and Flare Blitz, with Normal and Flying coverage and more rounding things out.
Without breeding, Volcarona misses out on Endure and Foresight. That's 7 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Overheat and Flare Blitz, with Grass and Flying coverage and more rounding things out.
Without breeding, Volcarona misses out on Endure and Foresight. That's 7 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Overheat and Flare Blitz, with Grass and Flying coverage and more rounding things out.
low spawn rates across 4 encounter spots for Volcarona. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Volcarona in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Volcarona starts with Larvesta at Lv. 24-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch LarvestaHARDAsado Desert - DesertVioletOverworldLv.24-631%MidDesertHARDAsado Desert - DesertScarletOverworldLv.24-631%MidDesertHARDWest Province (Area Two) - DesertVioletOverworldLv.24-631%MidRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - DesertScarletOverworldLv.24-631%MidRoute
Step 2Volcarona ✓HARDThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworldLv.59-651%PostHARDThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworldLv.59-651%PostHARDThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworldLv.59-651%PostHARDThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworldLv.59-651%Postor evolve from Larvesta (Step 1)
Volcarona can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Transfer Larvesta from Black, Omega Ruby, or Scarlet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Volcarona in Sword & Shield
Step 1Obtain LarvestaAlso found in:
Step 2Volcarona ✓
Volcarona appears at moderate rates across 2 spots in late-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Volcarona in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Larvesta is your first catch on the way to Volcarona. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 41-44 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch LarvestaHARDLush Jungle - East CaveUltra SunGrassLv.41-441%LateForestHARDLush Jungle - East CaveUltra MoonGrassLv.41-441%LateForest
Step 2Volcarona ✓Lush Jungle - East CaveUltra SunGrassLv.41-44LateForestSOS from LarvestaLush Jungle - East CaveUltra MoonGrassLv.41-44LateForestSOS from Larvestaor evolve from Larvesta (Step 1)
Volcarona can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Larvesta from Black, Omega Ruby, or Scarlet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Volcarona in Sun & Moon
Step 1Obtain LarvestaCatch in the wild in:
Then trade to Sun & Moon to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
Step 2Volcarona ✓
We rate Volcarona A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 550 BST, it fits the sweeper role. Base 135 Sp. Atk stands out.
Larvesta evolves into Volcarona at level 59. Volcarona is the fully evolved form. At 550 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Flame Body has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact — that's the one you want on Volcarona. Swarm is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Base 100 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Volcarona is a special attacker with base 135 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
Volcarona appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Volcarona joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A