Everything pushes toward special damage here. Pyroar's Sp. Atk does the work, Sp. Def pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Sp. Atk EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
The females of a pride work together to bring down prey. It’s thanks to them that their pride doesn’t starve.
The mane of a male Pyroar heats up to over 3,600 degrees Fahrenheit during battle. Merely approaching it will cause severe burns.
Pyroar is weak to Water, Fighting, Ground, and Rock. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Fighting, Ground, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
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Recommended Build AbilityGoodasgold ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves View Gholdengo builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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 Ariados BugPoison | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySniper ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves View Ariados builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityOvergrow ItemMeganiumite NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Pyroar View Meganium builds →Dazzling Gleam16-19% Giga Drain22-26% | ||
 Vanilluxe Ice | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySnow Warning ItemFocus Sash NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Pyroar View Vanilluxe builds →Blizzard39-46% Explosion65-76% | ||
Pyroar is what Litleo becomes. Breed it for Litleo eggs (average hatch time). A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Litleo pushed Pyroar to 507 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +36. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Pyroar to get Litleo eggs using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Flamethrower is the safe click most turns. Choice Specs locks Pyroar into it but rewards with boosted special damage with move lock. Timid nature and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs maximize that first hit. Unnerve helps on the margins.
Best Build
Pyroar best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Flamethrower
- Overheat
- Dark Pulse
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Solar Beam
- Flamethrower
- Earth Power
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Dark Pulse
- Flamethrower
- Yawn
- Heat Wave
Recommended Teammates
Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Dark Pulse
- Flamethrower
- Hyper Voice
- Echoed Voice
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Flamethrower
- Overheat
- Dark Pulse
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Solar Beam
- Flamethrower
- Earth Power
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Dark Pulse
- Flamethrower
- Yawn
- Heat Wave
Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Dark Pulse
- Flamethrower
- Hyper Voice
- Echoed Voice
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Flare Blitz
- Iron Tail
- Endeavor
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Heat Wave
- Dark Pulse
- Will O Wisp
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Flare Blitz
- Iron Tail
- Endeavor
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Heat Wave
- Dark Pulse
- Will O Wisp
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Most of Pyroar's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Hyper Beam and Giga Impact, but Dark and Flying and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Most of Pyroar's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, but Dark and Ground and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Egg moves make a real difference. Pyroar gets Entrainment and Fire Spin exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 7 types rounds out the picture alongside Hyper Beam and Giga Impact.
Egg moves make a real difference. Pyroar gets Entrainment and Fire Spin exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Dark and Ground coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Hyper Beam and Giga Impact.
low spawn rates is the best you'll get on Pyroar in late-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Pyroar in Scarlet & Violet
Litleo is your first catch on the way to Pyroar. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 18-54 across 24 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch LitleoEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route36%MidEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route36%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route36%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route36%MidEast Province (Area One) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route30%MidEast Province (Area One) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route30%MidEast Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route18%MidEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route18%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route18%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworld Lv.18-32 Route18%Mid
Step 2Pyroar ✓East Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateEast Province (Area One) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateEast Province (Area One) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route3%LateEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route2%LateEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route2%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route2%LateSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworld Lv.35-54 Route2%Lateor evolve from Litleo (Step 1)
Pyroar isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Litleo from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet. The evolution path from Litleo to Pyroar is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Pyroar in Legends: Z-A
- Step 1Obtain Litleo
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
- Step 2Pyroar ✓
Pyroar appears at high spawn rates across 2 spots in endgame 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 Pyroar in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Litleo is your first catch on the way to Pyroar. You'll find gift and walking encounters from Lv. 49-57 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch LitleoPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.49-557%PostPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.49-557%Post
Step 2Pyroar ✓Poni Plains - CenterUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5730%PostShaking spotPoni Plains - CenterUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5730%PostShaking spotor evolve from Litleo (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Pyroar in Sun & Moon. Bring Litleo over from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Pyroar in Sun & Moon
Step 1Obtain LitleoReceive as a gift in:
Then trade to Sun & Moon to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
Step 2Pyroar ✓
Pyroar works as a sweeper with 507 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 109 base Sp. Atk does the heavy lifting.
Yes. Mega Pyroar is the evolved form, sitting at 607 BST. Big power spike over base Pyroar (507). Equip the Mega Stone and it transforms in battle.
Pyroar's biggest threats include Milotic (Water), Conkeldurr (Fighting), and Excadrill (Ground), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Rock-type attackers are also a problem.
Rivalry is the go-to ability for Pyroar. It increases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender. Its hidden ability Moxie can work in specific setups. Unnerve is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Pyroar is a special attacker with base 109 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 106 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Available since X & Y, Pyroar appears in 6 games spanning 5 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 6.
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 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORASMega
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