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Magby

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Magby

#53 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Live Coal Pokémon

Magby sprite

Normal

Shiny Magby sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Pokémon Black 2

It’s small, but its body temperature is over 1,100 degrees F. Embers escape its mouth and nose when it breathes.

Pokémon White 2

It’s small, but its body temperature is over 1,100 degrees F. Embers escape its mouth and nose when it breathes.

Details

Type

Fire

Category

Live Coal Pokémon

Height

0.7 m (2'04")

Weight

21.4 kg (47.2 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0240

Pokédex

#53

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

45

200

294

Attack

75

139

273

Defense

37

71

190

Sp. Atk

70

130

262

Sp. Def

55

103

229

Speed

83

153

291

Total

365

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Magby, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Unova #53
EV yield
1 Spe
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
73

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
75% male
25% female
Egg cycles
25

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Black 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (outer)

Walking in tall grass or a cave1010%

-

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (outer)

Walking in tall grass or a cave115%

-

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (inner)

Walking in dark grass1120%

-

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (inner)

Walking in dark grass135%

-

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (inner)

Walking in tall grass or a cave1020%

-

Virbank Complex

Virbank Complex (inner)

Walking in tall grass or a cave125%

-

Entralink

Entree Forest (Rugged Mountain historical transfer)

Historical Dream World transfer10-

Historical Dream World transfer to Entree Forest; the official service has closed and new transfers are unavailable, Historical featured move options: Ember, Thunder Punch, Heat Wave, Rugged Mountain historical catalog; ability: Vital Spirit; exact Dream Point thresholds and per-record source gaps are documented separately

White 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Entralink

Entree Forest (Rugged Mountain historical transfer)

Historical Dream World transfer10-

Historical Dream World transfer to Entree Forest; the official service has closed and new transfers are unavailable, Historical featured move options: Ember, Thunder Punch, Heat Wave, Rugged Mountain historical catalog; ability: Vital Spirit; exact Dream Point thresholds and per-record source gaps are documented separately

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team’s Defense stats are reduced.

StartSmogPoisonSpecial207020

The target is attacked with a discharge of filthy gases. It may also poison the target.

5EmberFireSpecial4010025

The target is attacked with small flames. It may also leave the target with a burn.

8SmokescreenNormalStatus-10020

The user releases an obscuring cloud of smoke or ink. It reduces the target’s accuracy.

12Faint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail.

15Fire SpinFireSpecial358515

The target becomes trapped within a fierce vortex of fire that rages for four to five turns.

19Clear SmogPoisonSpecial50-15

The user attacks by throwing a clump of special mud. All status changes are returned to normal.

22Flame BurstFireSpecial7010015

The user attacks the target with a bursting flame. The bursting flame damages Pokémon next to the target as well.

26Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

29Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The target is punched with a fiery fist. It may also leave the target with a burn.

33Lava PlumeFireSpecial8010015

An inferno of scarlet flames torches everything around the user. It may leave targets with a burn.

36Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

40FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

43Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden Power

Varies

Special30–7010015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM35FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

TM38Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM43Flame ChargeFirePhysical5010020

The user cloaks itself with flame and attacks. Building up more power, it raises the user’s Speed stat.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM50OverheatFireSpecial140905

The user attacks the target at full power. The attack’s recoil harshly reduces the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM59IncinerateFireSpecial3010015

The user attacks the target with fire. If the target is holding a Berry, the Berry becomes burnt up and unusable.

TM61Will-O-WispFireStatus-7515

The user shoots a sinister, bluish-white flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
CovetNormalPhysical6010040

The user endearingly approaches the target, then steals the target’s held item.

Dual ChopDragonPhysical409015

The user attacks its target by hitting it with brutal strikes. The target is hit twice in a row.

Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The target is punched with a fiery fist. It may also leave the target with a burn.

Heat WaveFireSpecial1009010

The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on the opposing team. It may also leave targets with a burn.

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of its attack.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

UproarNormalSpecial9010010

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. Over that time, no one can fall asleep.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
BarrierPsychicStatus--30

The user throws up a sturdy wall that sharply raises its Defense stat.

Belly DrumNormalStatus--10

The user maximizes its Attack stat in exchange for HP equal to half its max HP.

Cross ChopFightingPhysical100805

The user delivers a double chop with its forearms crossed. Critical hits land more easily.

Dynamic PunchFightingPhysical100505

The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. It confuses the target if it hits.

Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges at the target. The user sustains serious damage and may leave the target burned.

Focus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Karate ChopFightingPhysical5010025

The target is attacked with a sharp chop. Critical hits land more easily.

Mach PunchFightingPhysical4010030

The user throws a punch at blinding speed. It is certain to strike first.

Mega PunchNormalPhysical808520

The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.

ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech harshly reduces the target’s Defense stat.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

These moves require the labeled trade, transfer or historical gift route. Individual options do not establish that every combination is legal.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

CounterFightingPhysical-10020

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.

EndureNormalStatus--10

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.

Mega KickNormalPhysical120755

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Natural Gift

Varies

Physical-10015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Seismic TossFightingPhysical-10020

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Flame Body

Ability Slot 1

Contact with the Pokémon may burn the attacker.

Has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact.

Vital Spirit(Hidden Ability)

Prevents the Pokémon from falling asleep.

Prevents sleep.

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