Stats & Training
Nothing fancy in Machamp's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 3 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
In close combat, its four arms afford it offensive and defensive supremacy. In but a blink, this valiant Pokémon can overwhelm its foes with more than 1,000 blows from its fists.
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 |
 Uxie Psychic | S | |
Obtain MethodLake Acuity Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Uxie builds →Extrasensory 2x53-63% Confusion 2x34-40% | ||
 Azelf Psychic | A | |
Obtain MethodLake Valor Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Azelf builds →Extrasensory 2x78-92% Confusion 2x49-58% | ||
 Mesprit Psychic | B | |
Obtain MethodLake Verity Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mesprit builds →Extrasensory 2x68-81% Confusion 2x43-51% | ||
 Cresselia Psychic | B | |
Obtain MethodMoonview Arena Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Cresselia builds →Psychic 2x59-69% Psycho Cut 2x46-54% Confusion 2x34-40% | ||
 Gyarados Water | B | |
In Legends: Arceus, Celesteela's Air Slash hits Machamp for 70-83%. Clefable's Moonblast hits Machamp for 58-69%.
 Celesteela Steel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Celesteela builds →Flamethrower28-33% Air Slash 2x70-83% | ||
 Clefable Fairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Clefable builds →Moonblast 2x58-69% Knock Off5-6% | ||
 Slowking WaterPsychic | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemColbur Berry NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Slowking builds →Scald26-31% | ||
 Hatterene PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Bounce ItemLeftovers NatureQuiet Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Hatterene builds →Dazzling Gleam 2x89-104%KO Psychic 2x100-117%KO | ||
 Talonflame Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGalewings ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Talonflame builds →Flare Blitz49-58% | ||
Legends: Arceus Evolution
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
Legends: Arceus Machamp Best Moveset
Adamant nature gives Machamp the physical lean it needs to trade hits effectively. Leftovers adds passive recovery each turn, max HP and Attack EVs split the difference, and the remaining moves punishes anything trying to wall it.
Best Build
Legends: Arceus uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
The offense anchors on Close Combat and Drain Punch, with coverage across 8 types adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Machamp that handles most situations. Double-Edge and Close Combat give it enough punch where it matters.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Machamp in Legends: Arceus
The chain to Machamp requires a trade evolution through a trade. Catch Machop at decent rates and level through the stages, but line up the trade first. The rest of the chain runs on levels alone.
Where To Catch Machamp in Legends: Arceus
To get Machamp, start by catching Machop through walking encounters at walking. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch MachopArena's ApproachGrassUncommonBolderoll RavineGrassUncommonCastaway ShoreGrassUncommonCloudcap PassGrass SkyUncommonIcebound FallsGrass WaterUncommonObsidian FallsGrass WaterUncommonOreburrow TunnelGrass CaveUncommonSnowfall Hot SpringGrass IceUncommon
Step 2Catch or Evolve MachokeArena's ApproachGrassUncommonBolderoll RavineGrassUncommonCastaway ShoreGrassUncommonCloudcap PassGrass SkyUncommonIcebound FallsGrass WaterUncommonObsidian FallsGrass WaterUncommonSnowfall Hot SpringGrass IceUncommonor evolve from Machop (Step 1)
Step 3Machamp ✓Arena's ApproachGrassUncommonor evolve from Machoke (Step 2)
Machamp Guide
In Legends: Arceus, Machamp works as a wallbreaker with 505 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list: a niche pick in Legends: Arceus's meta. Bullet Punch with Leftovers is the standard set.
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.
For Legends: Arceus, the core moveset is Bullet Punch, Dynamicpunch, Rock Slide, and Knock Off. Bullet Punch leads at 22% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
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 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 4DP
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 8SwShGigantamax
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