Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Infernape's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 3 Attack and Sp. Atk and Speed EVs per KO. Tough to catch, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
A tall, hardy Pokémon with a dazzling appearance. It shrouds itself in flame and battles as if engaged in dance—truly a sight to behold.
Infernape is weak to Water, Ground, Flying, and Psychic. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. Infernape leans offensive (base 104 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Ground, Flying, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark, Steel |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Bug |
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Forretress builds →Rapid Spin13-16% Volt Switch15-18% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Ninetales builds →Heat Wave26-30% | ||
 Tinkaton FairySteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPickpocket ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Tinkaton builds →Knock Off9-10% | ||
 Thwackey Grass | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Thwackey builds →U Turn7-8% Knock Off13-16% | ||
The three-stage chain from Chimchar through Monferno ends here at Infernape. Want more? Breed for Chimchar eggs. A massive partner pool available via two egg groups. The evolution from Chimchar pushed Infernape to 534 total stats. Speed saw the largest single gain at +47. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Infernape to get Chimchar eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups.
Infernape keeps momentum with U-turn, switching out after dealing damage or scouting. Life Orb gives it extra damage on every hit for a health trade, max Attack and Speed EVs let it hit hard on the way out, and the remaining moves prevents dead turns.
Best Build
Infernape best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- U Turn
- Flare Blitz
- Mach Punch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Fake Out
- U Turn
- Mach Punch
- Fire Punch
Recommended Teammates
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Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Flare Blitz
- Mach Punch
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Fire Blast
- Vacuum Wave
- Nasty Plot
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Mach Punch
- Flare Blitz
- Thunder Punch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Fake Out
- Flare Blitz
- Thunder Punch
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Infernape cleanly, with Blast Burn and Focus Punch anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Raging Fury and Flare Blitz sit at the top of a stacked same-type pool for Infernape. That many Fire and Fighting options means real flexibility in what you slot. And coverage across 8 types covers the gaps.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Infernape cleanly, with Focus Punch and Blast Burn anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 types means almost nothing walls Infernape cleanly, with Focus Punch and Blast Burn anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Infernape can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Chimchar from Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Infernape in Scarlet & Violet
decent spawn rates across 1 locations for Infernape in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Infernape in Legends: Arceus
The path to Infernape starts with Chimchar at walking via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch ChimcharDeertrack HeightsGrassUncommonRamanas IslandGrass WaterUncommon
Step 3Infernape ✓Ramanas IslandGrass WaterUncommonor evolve from Monferno (Step 2)
Can't catch Infernape directly. Start with Chimchar at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 36. The 3-stage chain from Chimchar to Infernape is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Infernape in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Chimchar is your first catch on the way to Infernape. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 58-63 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ChimcharSandsear CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 DesertPostPost-gameSandsear CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 DesertPostPost-gameTyphlo CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameTyphlo CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameVolcanic CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 VolcanoPostPost-gameVolcanic CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 VolcanoPostPost-game
Step 2Evolve into Monferno
Step 3Infernape ✓
No wild encounters for Infernape. The 3-stage chain runs through Chimchar, which you can catch in the wild from the locations below. Evolve at level 36 once you've got the levels.
Infernape works as a sweeper with 534 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 108 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Blaze is the go-to ability for Infernape. It strengthens fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Iron Fist can work in specific setups.
Infernape is a mixed attacker with base 104 Attack and 104 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 108 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Best way to handle Infernape: Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
Debuting in Diamond & Pearl, Infernape appears in 12 games across 7 generations. A reliable presence in a solid number of games, typically found through wild 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
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