Is Machamp Good in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Playthrough?
AbilityNo Guard makes every attack hit, including Dynamic Punch with guaranteed confusion. One of the best Physical attackers for the E4 stretch. Handles Byron, Candice, Bertha's Rock-types, and Cynthia's Lucario. Trade evolution is the only obstacle.
Machop has the type edge here and should clean up Roark's team.
Machop trades roughly evenly with Gardenia's team.
Machoke trades roughly evenly with Maylene's team.
Machoke has the type edge here and should clean up Crasher Wake's team.
Fantina's team hits Machoke's weaknesses hard.
Machoke has the type edge here and should clean up Byron's team.
Machamp resists most of Candice's coverage and hits back hard.
Machamp has the type edge here and should clean up Volkner's team.
Machamp trades roughly evenly with Aaron's team.
Machamp has the type edge here and should clean up Bertha's team.
Machamp has the type edge here and should clean up Flint's team.
Machamp trades roughly evenly with Lucian's team.
Machamp has the type edge here and should clean up Cynthia's team.
Catch Machop on Route 207 (walking, Lv 5-7, common).
Your Machop should hit Level 28 before you reach Maylene, at typical leveling pace.
Most players are ready to trade before reaching Candice.
How to Get Machamp in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Machamp's 3-stage chain starts with Machop, which appears at solid rates in the locations below. Level through 3 stages while you find a trade partner. Everything except the trade step is solo.
How to Obtain Machamp in BDSP
Machop is your first catch on the way to Machamp. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-58 across 90 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MachopRoute 207Lv.5-7GrassRate 45%DayRoute 207Lv.5-7GrassRate 35%MorningRoute 207Lv.5-7GrassRate 25%NightMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceLv.15-16CaveRate 25%Mt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceLv.13CaveRate 10%Route 208Lv.16-17GrassRate 20%Morning/dayRoute 210 - NorthLv.25-26GrassRate 20%Morning/dayGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveSpacious CaveLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveWhiteout CaveLv.16-20CaveRoute 208Lv.17GrassRate 10%NightRoute 210 - NorthLv.26GrassRate 10%Night
Step 2Catch or Evolve MachokeRoute 211 - EastLv.27-28GrassRate 20%Morning/dayGrassland CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSpacious CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSunlit CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogWhiteout CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogRoute 210 - NorthLv.26GrassRate 10%Route 211 - EastLv.27GrassRate 10%NightVictory Road - 1FLv.44-46CaveRate 25%Victory Road - B1FLv.44-46CaveRate 25%Route 216Lv.33-34GrassRate 20%Morning/dayAcuity LakefrontLv.35-36GrassRate 20%Morning/dayRoute 217Lv.35-36GrassRate 20%Morning/dayMt. Coronet - SummitLv.39-40CaveRate 20%Morning/dayMt. Coronet - B1FLv.31CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceLv.31CaveRate 10%Route 216Lv.34GrassRate 10%NightAcuity LakefrontLv.36GrassRate 10%NightRoute 217Lv.36GrassRate 10%NightMt. Coronet - 2FLv.37CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 3FLv.37CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 4FLv.39CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 5FLv.39CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - SummitLv.40CaveRate 10%NightMt. Coronet - Top CaveLv.40CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 6FLv.41CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 7FLv.41CaveRate 10%Victory Road - Nat Dex AreaLv.50-52CaveRate 25%Victory Road - Nat Dex Area B1FLv.50-52CaveRate 25%Route 226Lv.53GrassRate 10%Stark Mountain - EntranceLv.56CaveRate 10%Stark Mountain - InteriorLv.58CaveRate 10%Route 225Lv.51GrassRate 5%or evolve from Machop (Step 1)
Step 3Machamp ✓
Machamp Weakness
Machamp is weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. With 90 HP and balanced defenses, Machamp can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Machamp Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Machamp
 Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x96-114%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x50-60% | ||
 Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x82-96% Dazzling Gleam 2x66-79% Aerial Ace 2x21-25% | ||
 Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
 Masquerain Bug | C | |
 Hypno Psychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Hypno builds →Dream Eater 2x64-76% Dazzling Gleam 2x34-41% | ||
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x96-114%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x50-60% | ||
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x82-96% Dazzling Gleam 2x66-79% Aerial Ace 2x21-25% | ||
Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
Masquerain Bug | C | |
Hypno Psychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Hypno builds →Dream Eater 2x64-76% Dazzling Gleam 2x34-41% | ||
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x79-94% Dazzling Gleam 2x65-77% Aerial Ace 2x19-23% | ||
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x93-109%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x49-58% | ||
Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
 Grumpig Psychic | C | |
Masquerain Bug | C | |
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x78-92% Dazzling Gleam 2x64-76% Aerial Ace 2x19-23% | ||
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x91-108%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x49-58% | ||
Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
Staraptor Normal | B | |
 Chimecho Psychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Chimecho builds →Dream Eater 2x74-88% Dazzling Gleam 2x40-47% | ||
Masquerain Bug | C | |
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x78-92% Dazzling Gleam 2x64-75% Aerial Ace 2x18-21% | ||
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x89-105%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x49-57% | ||
Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
Chimecho Psychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Chimecho builds →Dream Eater 2x74-88% Dazzling Gleam 2x40-47% | ||
Masquerain Bug | C | |
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x78-92% Dazzling Gleam 2x64-75% Aerial Ace 2x18-21% | ||
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Dream Eater 2x89-105%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x49-57% | ||
Golbat Poison | C | |
Obtain MethodMt Coronet Surfing | ||
 Xatu Psychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Xatu builds →Future Sight 2x89-105%KO Air Slash 2x55-66% Dazzling Gleam 2x40-47% | ||
Staraptor Normal | B | |
Kadabra Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Kadabra builds →Future Sight 2x108-127%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x48-57% | ||
Mr. Mime PsychicFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mr. Mime builds →Dream Eater 2x78-92% Dazzling Gleam 2x63-74% Aerial Ace 2x18-21% | ||
 Granbull Fairy | C | |
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Hatterene can KO Machamp with Psyshock (89-104%). Mimikyu threatens a KO with Play Rough (94-111%). Talonflame deals 45-53% with Flare Blitz.
 Hatterene PsychicFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Bounce ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Hatterene builds →Psyshock 2x89-104%KO | ||
 Mimikyu GhostFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDisguise ItemLife Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mimikyu builds →Play Rough 2x94-111%KO Shadow Sneak21-25% Drain Punch26-31% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityGalewings ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Talonflame builds →Flare Blitz45-53% U Turn9-10% | ||
Machamp Evolutions
Machamp evolved from Machop's chain using a trade. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Machop eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Machop pushed Machamp to 505 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +50. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Machamp to get Machop eggs easily using 39 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Bullet Punch, Close Combat, Counter and 10 more.
BDSP Machamp Best Moveset
S-tier no longer as the format outpaced what 130 Attack at 55 Speed could accomplish. AbilityNo Guard still guarantees every move lands including MoveDynamic Punch for certain confusion, and the moveset has Fighting TermStab behind that raw power. B-tier because the Attack is devastating but going last against most threats limits the output.
Best Build
Machamp best EVs are Attack and HP
Physical Tank Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Dynamic Punch
- Knock Off
- Close Combat
Recommended Teammates
Moves List
Dynamic Punch and Cross Chop bring the raw damage. But Machamp also picks up coverage across 10 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
How to Read the Moves Table
Tabs
- Level-Up
- Learned by leveling up.
- TM
- Taught by a Technical Machine.
- Egg
- Inherited via breeding.
- Tutor
- NPC tutor (cost: items, BP, money).
- Reminder
- An NPC reteaches any move this Pokemon could have learned by leveling up.
- Transfer
- Carried over from an older game using Pokemon HOME.
- Event
- Given out through Mystery Gift events.
Visual Signals
CAT (Category)
How the move deals damage and which stats it uses.
A small dot on the icon's corner marks the move as contact. That triggers abilities like Static, Flame Body, Rough Skin, or Iron Barbs, plus items like Rocky Helmet and Sticky Barb.
Tier (S to D)
Each move's competitive rank in RankedBoost's system. TM, Egg, and Tutor sort by tier by default (best first). On Level-Up, click the Tier header to do the same.
PWR (Power)
Base damage. Numbers shown in a type color include STAB (base × 1.5). Hover any colored number to see the math.
— means no power (status moves) or variable power.
Sorting & Filter
Click any column header to sort. Level-Up opens with Lv 1 at the top. TM, Egg, and Tutor open with the highest-tier moves at the top.
Search filters by move name or type. The Filter button limits the list to STAB, Physical, Special, or Status moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Base Stats
It punches with its four arms at blinding speed. It can launch 1,000 punches in two seconds.
It can knock a train flying with a punch. However, it is terrible at delicate work using its fingers.
Machamp Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Guide
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Machamp works as a wallbreaker with 505 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid option in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl for the right team. Bullet Punch with Flame Orb is the standard set.
Machamp is obtained by trade-evolving Machoke. Catch or evolve a Machoke first, then trade. Trade needs a Game Boy Advance link cable and a second GBA running another Gen 3 game (FireRed, LeafGreen, Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald). Trade Machoke to a friend, then have them trade it back. The 2026 Switch re-release supports the same trade through local wireless on the Pokemon Center 2F Wireless Club, with no cables required.
Guts is the go-to ability for Machamp. It increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment. Its hidden ability Steadfast can work in specific setups. No Guard is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Machamp is a physical attacker with base 130 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Machamp appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves