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Charmander

#378 in the Sword and Shield Pokédex • Lizard Pokémon

Sword

It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.

Shield

From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.

Pokédexes

Galar #378

Egg Group

MonsterDragon

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

1 Spe

Gender Ratio

87.5% male / 12.5% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

62
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Charmander

Charmander

#378

Level 16

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#379

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#379

Level 36

Charizard

Charizard

#380

Venusaur Gigantamax

Charmeleon

Charmander normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Charmander sprite

Shiny

Charmander

Lizard Pokémon

#378
Fire

Height

0.6 m

Weight

8.5 kg

Base XP

62

Abilities

BlazeSolar Power

HP

39

Attack

52

Defense

43

Sp. Atk

60

Sp. Def

50

Speed

65

Total

309

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

WaterGroundRock

Resistances

Takes 0.5× from

FireGrassIceBugSteel
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

StartGrowlNormalStatus-10040

The user growls in an endearing way, making opposing Pokémon less wary. This lowers their Attack stats.

4EmberFireSpecial4010025

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

8SmokescreenNormalStatus-10020

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

12Dragon BreathDragonSpecial6010020

The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

17Fire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.

20SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

24FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

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

28Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

32Fire SpinFireSpecial358515

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

36InfernoFireSpecial100505

The user attacks by engulfing the target in an intense fire. This leaves the target with a burn.

40Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target. This also damages the user quite a lot. This attack may leave the target with a burn.

Class
Description
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

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

Belly DrumNormalStatus--10

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

BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

CounterFightingPhysical-10020

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

Dragon RushDragonPhysical1007510

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

Dragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

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

Wing AttackFlyingPhysical6010035

The target is struck with large, imposing wings spread wide to inflict damage.

Class
Description
TM00Mega PunchNormalPhysical808520

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

TM01Mega KickNormalPhysical120755

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

TM03Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

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

TM05Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

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

TM13Fire SpinFireSpecial358515

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

TM15DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows into the ground, then attacks on the next turn.

TM21RestPsychicStatus--5

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

TM22Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM24SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

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

TM25ProtectNormalStatus--10

This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM26Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

TM31AttractNormalStatus-10015

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

TM34Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

TM37Beat UpDarkPhysical-10010

The user gets all party Pokémon to attack the target. The more party Pokémon, the greater the number of attacks.

TM38Will-O-WispFireStatus-8515

The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM39FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM40SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

TM41Helping HandNormalStatus--20

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

TM43Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

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

TM46Weather BallNormalSpecial5010010

This attack move varies in power and type depending on the weather.

TM48Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

TM59FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Fire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.

TM76RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM78AcrobaticsFlyingPhysical5510015

The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage.

TM94False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.

TR00Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TR01Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

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

TR02FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

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

TR15Fire BlastFireSpecial110855

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

TR20SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its HP. The substitute serves as the user’s decoy.

TR24OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

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

TR26EndureNormalStatus--10

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

TR27Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TR31Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

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

TR32CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

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

TR36Heat WaveFireSpecial959010

The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on opposing Pokémon. This may also leave those Pokémon with a burn.

TR43OverheatFireSpecial130905

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

TR47Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

TR51Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

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

TR55Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target. This also damages the user quite a lot. This attack may leave the target with a burn.

TR62Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

TR85Work UpNormalStatus--30

The user is roused, and its Attack and Sp. Atk stats increase.

Class
Description
Fire PledgeFireSpecial8010010

A column of fire hits the target. When used with its grass equivalent, its power increases and a vast sea of fire appears.

Blaze

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Fire-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.

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

Solar Power

Hidden Ability

Boosts the Sp. Atk stat in harsh sunlight, but HP decreases every turn.

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× but costs 1/8 max HP after each turn during strong sunlight.

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SwSh / Pokédex

Charmander

Charmander

#378 in the Sword and Shield Pokédex • Lizard Pokémon

Sword

It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.

Shield

From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.

Pokédexes

Galar #378

Egg Group

MonsterDragon

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

1 Spe

Gender Ratio

87.5% male / 12.5% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

62
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Charmander

Charmander

#378

Level 16

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#379

Charmeleon

Charmeleon

#379

Level 36

Charizard

Charizard

#380

Venusaur Gigantamax

Charmeleon

Charmander normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Charmander sprite

Shiny

Charmander

Lizard Pokémon

#378
Fire

Height

0.6 m

Weight

8.5 kg

Base XP

62

Abilities

BlazeSolar Power

HP

39

Attack

52

Defense

43

Sp. Atk

60

Sp. Def

50

Speed

65

Total

309

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

WaterGroundRock

Resistances

Takes 0.5× from

FireGrassIceBugSteel
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

StartGrowlNormalStatus-10040

The user growls in an endearing way, making opposing Pokémon less wary. This lowers their Attack stats.

4EmberFireSpecial4010025

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

8SmokescreenNormalStatus-10020

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

12Dragon BreathDragonSpecial6010020

The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

17Fire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.

20SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

24FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

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

28Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

32Fire SpinFireSpecial358515

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

36InfernoFireSpecial100505

The user attacks by engulfing the target in an intense fire. This leaves the target with a burn.

40Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target. This also damages the user quite a lot. This attack may leave the target with a burn.

Class
Description
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

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

Belly DrumNormalStatus--10

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

BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

CounterFightingPhysical-10020

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

Dragon RushDragonPhysical1007510

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

Dragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

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

Wing AttackFlyingPhysical6010035

The target is struck with large, imposing wings spread wide to inflict damage.

Class
Description
TM00Mega PunchNormalPhysical808520

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

TM01Mega KickNormalPhysical120755

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

TM03Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

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

TM05Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

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

TM13Fire SpinFireSpecial358515

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

TM15DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows into the ground, then attacks on the next turn.

TM21RestPsychicStatus--5

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

TM22Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM24SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

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

TM25ProtectNormalStatus--10

This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM26Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

TM31AttractNormalStatus-10015

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

TM34Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

TM37Beat UpDarkPhysical-10010

The user gets all party Pokémon to attack the target. The more party Pokémon, the greater the number of attacks.

TM38Will-O-WispFireStatus-8515

The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM39FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM40SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

TM41Helping HandNormalStatus--20

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

TM43Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

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

TM46Weather BallNormalSpecial5010010

This attack move varies in power and type depending on the weather.

TM48Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

TM59FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Fire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.

TM76RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM78AcrobaticsFlyingPhysical5510015

The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage.

TM94False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.

TR00Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TR01Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

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

TR02FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

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

TR15Fire BlastFireSpecial110855

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

TR20SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its HP. The substitute serves as the user’s decoy.

TR24OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

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

TR26EndureNormalStatus--10

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

TR27Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TR31Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

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

TR32CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

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

TR36Heat WaveFireSpecial959010

The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on opposing Pokémon. This may also leave those Pokémon with a burn.

TR43OverheatFireSpecial130905

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

TR47Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

TR51Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

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

TR55Flare BlitzFirePhysical12010015

The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target. This also damages the user quite a lot. This attack may leave the target with a burn.

TR62Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

TR85Work UpNormalStatus--30

The user is roused, and its Attack and Sp. Atk stats increase.

Class
Description
Fire PledgeFireSpecial8010010

A column of fire hits the target. When used with its grass equivalent, its power increases and a vast sea of fire appears.

Blaze

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Fire-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.

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

Solar Power

Hidden Ability

Boosts the Sp. Atk stat in harsh sunlight, but HP decreases every turn.

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× but costs 1/8 max HP after each turn during strong sunlight.

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