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Combusken

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Combusken

#256 in the Diamond and Pearl Pokédex • Young Fowl Pokémon

Combusken sprite

Normal

Shiny Combusken sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Diamond

Its kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes.

Pearl

Its kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes.

Details

Types

FireFighting

Category

Young Fowl Pokémon

Abilities

Height

0.9 m (2'11")

Weight

19.5 kg (43 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0256

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

60

230

324

Attack

85

157

295

Defense

60

112

240

Sp. Atk

85

157

295

Sp. Def

60

112

240

Speed

55

103

229

Total

405

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 Combusken, 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
-
EV yield
1 Atk, 1 SpA
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
142

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
87.5% male
12.5% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,355 nominal steps)

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Torchic

Torchic

#255

Level 16

Combusken

Combusken

#256

Combusken

Combusken

#256

Level 36

Blaziken

Blaziken

#257

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, and sharp claws rake the foe to inflict damage.

StartGrowlNormalStatus-10040

The user growls in an endearing way, making the foe less wary. The target’s Attack stat is lowered.

StartEmberFireSpecial4010025

The foe is attacked with small flames. The target may also be left with a burn.

StartFocus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses to raise the critical-hit ratio of its attacks.

7Focus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses to raise the critical-hit ratio of its attacks.

13EmberFireSpecial4010025

The foe is attacked with small flames. The target may also be left with a burn.

16Double KickFightingPhysical3010030

The foe is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.

17PeckFlyingPhysical3510035

The foe is jabbed with a sharply pointed beak or horn.

21Sand AttackGroundStatus-10015

Sand is hurled in the foe’s face, reducing its accuracy.

28Bulk UpFightingStatus--20

The user tenses its muscles to bulk up its body, boosting both its Attack and Defense stats.

32Quick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.

39SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The foe is attacked with a slash of claws, etc. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

43Mirror MoveFlyingStatus--20

The user counters the foe by mimicking the move last used by the foe.

50Sky UppercutFightingPhysical859015

The user attacks the foe with an uppercut thrown skyward with force.

54Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges at the foe. The user sustains serious damage, too.

Obtain these moves as an earlier evolution, then evolve while keeping them. Source identifies level-up or egg acquisition; prior level applies only to level-up moves. Individual availability does not guarantee every move combination.
Source
Class
Description
25Prior evolution: level-upFire SpinFireSpecial157015

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

-Prior evolution: eggAgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.

-Prior evolution: eggBaton PassNormalStatus--40

The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting, passing along any stat changes.

-Prior evolution: eggCounterFightingPhysical-10020

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

-Prior evolution: eggCrush ClawNormalPhysical759510

The user slashes the foe with hard and sharp claws. It may also lower the target’s Defense.

-Prior evolution: eggFeintNormalPhysical5010010

An attack that hits a foe using Protect or Detect. It also lifts the effects of those moves.

-Prior evolution: eggLast ResortNormalPhysical1301005

This move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.

-Prior evolution: eggNight SlashDarkPhysical7010015

The user slashes the foe the instant an opportunity arises. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

-Prior evolution: eggReversalFightingPhysical-10015

An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.

-Prior evolution: eggSmelling SaltsNormalPhysical6010010

This attack inflicts double damage on a paralyzed foe. It also cures the foe’s paralysis, however.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
Class
Description
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

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

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

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

TM08Bulk UpFightingStatus--20

The user tenses its muscles to bulk up its body, boosting both its Attack and Defense stats.

TM10Hidden Power

Type 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.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with tough fists, etc. 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 foe is scorched with an intense blast of fire. The target may also be left with a burn.

TM38Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

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

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

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

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 foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM50OverheatFireSpecial140905

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

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack, leaving 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM61Will-O-WispFireStatus-7515

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

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

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

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

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

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The foe is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the foe.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’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.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user slugs the foe with a shattering punch. It can also smash cracked boulders.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Blaze

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Fire-type moves in a pinch.

Strengthens Fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

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