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Magmar

Magmar

#153 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Spitfire Pokémon

Magmar

#153 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Spitfire Pokémon

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

65

240

334

Attack

95

175

317

Defense

57

107

234

Sp. Atk

100

184

328

Sp. Def

85

157

295

Speed

93

171

313

Total

495

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.

Elekid

Magby

Magmar normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Magmar sprite

Shiny

Magmar

Spitfire Pokémon

#153
Fire

Height

1.3 m (4'03")

Weight

44.5 kg (98.1 lbs)

Abilities

Flame Body

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Magmar takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Water

Ground

Rock

Resists

Fire

0.5×

Grass

0.5×

Ice

0.5×

Bug

0.5×

Steel

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Johto #153
EV yield
2 SpA
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
173

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Human-Like
Gender
75% male
25% female
Egg cycles
25 (6,400 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

It dislikes cold places, so it blows scorching flames to make the environment suitable for itself.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

The fiery surface of its body gives off a wavering, rippling glare that is similar to the sun.

Evolution

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

Magby

#152

Level 30

Magmar

Magmar

#153

Magmar

Magmar

#153

MagmarizerTrade holding Magmarizer
Magmortar

Magmortar

#467

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
HeartGold
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave165%

During the day

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave165%

During the day

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave144%

In the morning

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave144%

At night

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave141%

In the morning

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave141%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Peak

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

In the morning

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Peak

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

During the day

SoulSilver
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave165%

During the day

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave165%

During the day

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave144%

In the morning

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave144%

At night

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave141%

In the morning

Burned Tower

Burned Tower (B1F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave141%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Peak

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

In the morning

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Peak

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

During the day

Moves

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

The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target’s Defense stat is reduced.

StartEmberFireSpecial4010025

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

StartSmogPoisonSpecial207020

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

7EmberFireSpecial4010025

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

10SmokescreenNormalStatus-10020

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

16Feint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user draws up to the foe disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail.

19Fire SpinFireSpecial157015

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

25Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

28Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

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

36Lava PlumeFireSpecial8010015

An inferno of scarlet flames washes over all Pokémon in battle. It may also inflict burns.

41FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

The foe is scorched with an intense blast of fire. The target may also be left with a burn.

49Sunny DayFireStatus--5

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

54Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

The foe 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 HeartGold and SoulSilver.
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.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

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.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

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.

TM23Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

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

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.

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--5

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.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

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

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 with at least 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.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

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

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.

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.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

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

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.

HM08Rock ClimbNormalPhysical908520

A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

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

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Heat WaveFireSpecial1009010

The user exhales a heated breath on the foe to attack. It may also leave the target with a burn.

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

A move that boosts the power of the ally’s attack in a Double Battle.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

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

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

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

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

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

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Flame Body

Ability Slot 1

Contact with the Pokémon may burn the foe.

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

#156

Elekid

#152

Magby

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