Stats & Training
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 Weakness
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 |
 Dragonite Dragon | S | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Dragonite builds →Hurricane 2x109-129%KO Hydro Pump 2x73-86% Aqua Tail 2x77-91% Surf 2x60-72% | ||
 Gyarados Water | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Gyarados builds →Hydro Pump 2x74-87% Hurricane 2x74-87% Aqua Tail 2x109-129%KO Surf 2x60-72% | ||
 Noivern Dragon | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Noivern builds →Hurricane 2x108-127%KO Air Slash 2x74-87% Wing Attack 2x47-56% Air Cutter 2x59-70% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Talonflame builds →Brave Bird 2x101-119%KO Hurricane 2x86-101%KO Air Slash 2x60-72% Aerial Ace 2x52-62% | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Salamence builds →Hurricane 2x120-141%KO Hydro Pump 2x79-94% Psychic Fangs 2x73-86% Zen Headbutt 2x68-81% | ||
 | 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% | ||
Scarlet & Violet Evolution
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 206 partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups.
Scarlet & Violet Infernape Best Moveset
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
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
How to Get Infernape in Scarlet & Violet
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
Infernape Guide
In Scarlet & Violet, Infernape works as a sweeper with 534 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid option in Scarlet & Violet for the right team. Close Combat with Life Orb is the standard set.
In Scarlet & Violet, Infernape's biggest threats include Gyarados (Water), Rhydon (Ground), and Salamence (Flying), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Psychic-type attackers are also a problem. Infernape's base 108 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
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.
In Scarlet & Violet, the 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.
Game Availability
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
Winds & Waves