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Charmander

Charmander

#4 in the Platinum Pokédex • Lizard Pokémon

Charmander

#4 in the Platinum Pokédex • Lizard Pokémon

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

39

188

282

Attack

52

98

223

Defense

43

81

203

Sp. Atk

60

112

240

Sp. Def

50

94

218

Speed

65

121

251

Total

309

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.

Venusaur

Charmeleon

Charmander normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Charmander sprite

Shiny

Charmander

Lizard Pokémon

#4
Fire

Height

0.6 m (2'00")

Weight

8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)

Abilities

Blaze

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Charmander 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
-
EV yield
1 Spe
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
62

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
MonsterDragon
Gender
87.5% male
12.5% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

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

Pokémon Platinum

The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.

Evolution

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

Charmander

#4

Level 16

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#5

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#5

Level 36

Charizard

Charizard

#6

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.

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.

16Dragon RageDragonSpecial-10010

The foe is stricken by a shock wave. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.

19Scary FaceNormalStatus-9010

The user frightens the foe with a scary face to sharply reduce its Speed stat.

25Fire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. It may also make the foe flinch or sustain a burn.

28SlashNormalPhysical7010020

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

34FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

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

37Fire SpinFireSpecial157015

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

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Platinum.
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.

TM02Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the foe with huge, sharp claws.

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.

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.

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--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.

TM50OverheatFireSpecial140905

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

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.

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.

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.

Fury CutterBugPhysical109520

The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

Heat WaveFireSpecial1009010

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

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.

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

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

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Beat UpDarkPhysical1010010

The user gets all the party Pokémon to attack the foe. The more party Pokémon, the more damage.

Belly DrumNormalStatus--10

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

BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The foe is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.

CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the foe with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that boosts its Attack and Speed stats.

Dragon RushDragonPhysical1007510

The user tackles the foe while exhibiting overwhelming menace. It may also make the target flinch.

Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

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

Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

The foe is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

OutrageDragonPhysical12010015

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. However, it then becomes confused.

Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

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

Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

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

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.

#3

Venusaur

#5

Charmeleon

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