That 4x Rock weakness is something every Volcarona user needs to plan around. At least it resists 6 types to make up for it. Clears the crowded base-100 Speed benchmark. Known as the Sun Pokemon.
Sp. Atk and Sp. Def carry most of Volcarona's stat budget. Attack's the obvious dump stat. Very hard to catch and yields 3 Sp. Atk EVs. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Volcarona scatters burning scales. Some say it does this to start fires. Others say it’s trying to rescue those that suffer in the cold.
This Pokémon emerges from a cocoon formed of raging flames. Ancient murals depict Volcarona as a deity of fire.
Volcarona Weakness
AvgRock, Water, and Flying-type moves hit Volcarona for super-effective damage. Rock hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Volcarona's special bulk (base 105 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Evolved from Larvesta. Volcarona is the final form in this two-stage line. A decent partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are takes forever to hatch. Sp.Atk grew the most through evolution (+85 over Larvesta), and Volcarona peaks at 550 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Volcarona to get Larvesta eggs using 47 partners from the Bug egg group. Notable egg moves include Absorb, Harden, Thrash.
Volcarona runs Quiver Dance to boost before sweeping. Flame Body and Modest nature shape the build, with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs to capitalize after one turn of setup, plus Psychic coverage to back it up.
Best Build
Best Volcarona Moveset
- Quiver Dance
- Bug Buzz
- Psychic
- Fiery Dance
Recommended Teammates
Without breeding, Volcarona misses out on Absorb and Harden. That's 3 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Overheat and Flare Blitz, with Normal and Flying coverage and more rounding things out.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Volcarona can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Transfer Larvesta from Black, Omega Ruby, or Scarlet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Volcarona in Sword & Shield
Step 1Obtain LarvestaAlso found in:
Step 2Volcarona ✓
We rate Volcarona A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 550 BST, it fits the sweeper role. Base 135 Sp. Atk stands out.
Larvesta evolves into Volcarona at level 59. Volcarona is the fully evolved form. At 550 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Flame Body has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact — that's the one you want on Volcarona. Swarm is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Base 100 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Volcarona is a special attacker with base 135 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
Volcarona appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Volcarona joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A