Centiskorch
Centiskorch is a Fire/Bug type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
While its burning body is already dangerous on its own, this excessively hostile Pokemon also has large and very sharp fangs.
Centiskorch has a Gigantamax form available in Pokémon Sword/Shield, with an exclusive G-Max move, G-Max Centiferno.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0851 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fire Bug |
| Species | Radiator Pokémon |
| Height | 3.0 m (9′10″) |
| Weight | 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Flash Fire 2. White Smoke Flame Body (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0160 (Sword/Shield) 0100 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 75 (9.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 184 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 100 | 310 | 404 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Defense | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Sp. Atk | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Sp. Def | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Speed | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Total | 525 | 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.
Type defenses
The effectiveness of each type on Centiskorch.
Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Centiskorch
| Sword | When it heats up, its body temperature reaches about 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit. It lashes its body like a whip and launches itself at enemies. |
|---|---|
| Shield | While its burning body is already dangerous on its own, this excessively hostile Pokémon also has large and very sharp fangs. |
Gigantamax
| Sword | Gigantamax energy has evoked a rise in its body temperature, now reaching over 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit. Its heat waves incinerate its enemies. |
|---|---|
| Shield | The heat that comes off a Gigantamax Centiskorch may destabilize air currents. Sometimes it can even cause storms. |
Moves learned by Centiskorch
Moves learnt by level up
Centiskorch learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bite | Dark |  | 60 | 100 |
| 1 | Ember | Fire |  | 40 | 100 |
| 1 | Inferno | Fire | | 100 | 50 |
| 1 | Smokescreen | Normal |  | — | 100 |
| 1 | Wrap | Normal | | 15 | 90 |
| 15 | Flame Wheel | Fire | | 60 | 100 |
| 20 | Bug Bite | Bug | | 60 | 100 |
| 25 | Coil | Poison | | — | — |
| 32 | Slam | Normal | | 80 | 75 |
| 39 | Fire Spin | Fire | | 35 | 85 |
| 46 | Crunch | Dark | | 80 | 100 |
| 53 | Fire Lash | Fire | | 80 | 100 |
| 60 | Lunge | Bug | | 80 | 100 |
| 67 | Burn Up | Fire | | 130 | 100 |
Egg moves
Centiskorch learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Centiskorch gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defense Curl | Normal | | — | — |
| Knock Off | Dark | | 65 | 100 |
| Rollout | Rock | | 30 | 90 |
| Struggle Bug | Bug | | 50 | 100 |
Move Tutor moves
Centiskorch can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scorching Sands | Ground | | 70 | 100 |
| Skitter Smack | Bug | | 70 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Centiskorch is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | | 150 | 90 |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | | 150 | 90 |
| 11 | Solar Beam | Grass | | 120 | 100 |
| 13 | Fire Spin | Fire | | 35 | 85 |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | | — | — |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | | 50 | 100 |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | | — | — |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | | — | 100 |
| 34 | Sunny Day | Fire | | — | — |
| 38 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | | — | 85 |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | | 70 | 100 |
| 66 | Thunder Fang | Electric | | 65 | 95 |
| 68 | Fire Fang | Fire | | 65 | 95 |
| 74 | Venoshock | Poison | | 65 | 100 |
| 76 | Round | Normal | | 60 | 100 |
| 92 | Mystical Fire | Fire | | 75 | 100 |
| 97 | Brutal Swing | Dark | | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Centiskorch is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Flamethrower | Fire | | 90 | 100 |
| 15 | Fire Blast | Fire | | 110 | 85 |
| 18 | Leech Life | Bug | | 80 | 100 |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | | — | — |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | | — | — |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | | — | — |
| 32 | Crunch | Dark | | 80 | 100 |
| 36 | Heat Wave | Fire | | 95 | 90 |
| 43 | Overheat | Fire | | 130 | 90 |
| 55 | Flare Blitz | Fire | | 120 | 100 |
| 60 | X-Scissor | Bug | | 80 | 100 |
| 61 | Bug Buzz | Bug | | 90 | 100 |
| 72 | Power Whip | Grass | | 120 | 85 |
| 84 | Scald | Water | | 80 | 100 |
| 88 | Heat Crash | Fire | | — | 100 |
Centiskorch sprites
| Type | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Normal |
 |
— |
| Shiny | — | — |
Where to find Centiskorch
| Sword Shield |
Giant's Foot |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Centiskorch questions
Other languages
| English | Centiskorch |
|---|---|
| Japanese | マルヤクデ (Maruyakude) |
| German | Infernopod |
| French | Scolocendre |
| Italian | Centiskorch |
| Spanish | Centiskorch |
| Korean | 다태우지네 (dataeujine) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 焚焰蚣 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 焚焰蚣 |
| English |
Radiator Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | はつねつポケモン |
| German | Exotherm-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Calorifère |
| Italian | Pokémon Termogeno |
| Spanish | Pokémon Radiador |
| Korean | 발열포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 发热宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 發熱寶可夢 |
Name origin
- centipede
- insect with many legs
- scorch
- burn a surface or the ground