Infernape
Infernape is a Fire/Fighting type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0392 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fire Fighting |
| Species | Flame Pokémon |
| Height | 1.2 m (3′11″) |
| Weight | 55.0 kg (121.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Blaze Iron Fist (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0006 (Diamond/Pearl) 0006 (Platinum) 0006 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0063 (Legends: Arceus) 0196 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Attack, 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 240 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field, Human-Like |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 76 | 262 | 356 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 104 | 191 | 337 | |
| Defense | 71 | 132 | 265 | |
| Sp. Atk | 104 | 191 | 337 | |
| Sp. Def | 71 | 132 | 265 | |
| Speed | 108 | 198 | 346 | |
| Total | 534 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Infernape changes
- In Generation 4, Infernape has a base experience yield of 209.
- In Generations 4-7, Infernape has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Diamond | It uses a special kind of martial arts involving all its limbs. Its fire never goes out. |
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| Pearl | Its crown of fire is indicative of its fiery nature. It is beaten by none in terms of quickness. |
| Platinum | It uses unique fighting moves with fire on its hands and feet. It will take on any opponent. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
It tosses its enemies around with agility. It uses all its limbs to fight in its own unique style. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It uses unique fighting moves with fire on its hands and feet. It will take on any opponent. |
| X Omega Ruby |
Its crown of fire is indicative of its fiery nature. It is beaten by none in terms of quickness. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
It tosses its enemies around with agility. It uses all its limbs to fight in its own unique style. |
| Brilliant Diamond | It uses a special kind of martial arts involving all its limbs. Its fire never goes out. |
| Shining Pearl | Its crown of fire is indicative of its fiery nature. It is beaten by none in terms of quickness. |
| Legends: Arceus | A tall, hardy Pokémon with a dazzling appearance. It shrouds itself in flame and battles as if engaged in dance—truly a sight to behold. |
Moves learned by Infernape
Moves learnt by level up
Infernape does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Infernape does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Infernape cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Infernape learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ember | Fire | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Mach Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 16 | Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80 | |
| 19 | Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
| 26 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 29 | Torment | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 42 | Fire Spin | Fire | 35 | 85 | |
| 47 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
| 52 | Acrobatics | Flying | 55 | 100 | |
| 58 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 65 | Raging Fury | Fire | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Infernape learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt by reminder
Infernape learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Egg moves
Infernape does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Infernape is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Infernape sprites
| Type | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Infernape
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Evolve Chimchar/Monferno |
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| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Chimchar/Monferno |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Chimchar/Monferno |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Chimchar/Monferno |
| Legends: Arceus | Ramanas Island |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Infernape questions
- What is a good moveset for Infernape?
- Can you stop evolving your pokemon but still raise his level?
- Should I prefer focus blast or close combat for infernape?
- Blaziken or Infernape?
- If you cancel an evolution and decide to evolve the Pokemon after it should be 2 evolutions further along, what happens?
- Super-Effective, Krookodile and Infernape
- Infernape or Typhlosion? Judging on power and the wide amount of moves
- Which would work more for an Infernape?
- How is Torterra's height measured?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Infernape |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ゴウカザル (Goukazaru) |
| German | Panferno |
| French | Simiabraz |
| Italian | Infernape |
| Spanish | Infernape |
| Korean | 초염몽 (choyeommong) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 烈焰猴 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 烈焰猴 |
| English |
Flame Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | かえんポケモン |
| German | Flammen-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Flamme |
| Italian | Pokémon Fiamma |
| Spanish | Pokémon Llama |
| Korean | 화염포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 火焰宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 火焰寶可夢 |
Name origin
- inferno
- a raging fire
- ape
- a species of primate


