Darmanitan
Darmanitan is a Fire type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Darmanitan was introduced in Pokémon Black/White and has an alternate form, Zen Mode Darmanitan
. Darmanitan with the hidden ability Zen Mode transforms into this mode when its HP drops below half, changing its typing and stats.
Darmanitan has a Galarian Form, introduced in Pokémon Sword/Shield. As it adapted to life in the cold, its fire sac became dormant and it developed an organ that produces cold air instead. Galarian Darmanitan also has the same Zen Mode hidden ability.
Pokédex data
National № | 0555 |
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Type | Fire |
Species | Blazing Pokémon |
Height | 1.3 m (4′03″) |
Weight | 92.9 kg (204.8 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Sheer Force Zen Mode (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0061 (Black/White) 0103 (Black 2/White 2) 0368 (Sword/Shield) 0104 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Attack |
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Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 168 |
Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Field |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 105 | 320 | 414 | |
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Attack | 140 | 256 | 416 | |
Defense | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Speed | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
Total | 480 | 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.
Pokédex data
National № | 0555 |
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Type | Fire Psychic |
Species | Blazing Pokémon |
Height | 1.3 m (4′03″) |
Weight | 92.9 kg (204.8 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Sheer Force Zen Mode (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0061 (Black/White) 0103 (Black 2/White 2) 0368 (Sword/Shield) 0104 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Sp. Atk |
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Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 189 |
Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Field |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 105 | 320 | 414 | |
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Attack | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Defense | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
Sp. Atk | 140 | 256 | 416 | |
Sp. Def | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
Speed | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Total | 540 | 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.
Pokédex data
National № | 0555 |
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Type | Ice |
Species | Zen Charm Pokémon |
Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
Weight | 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Gorilla Tactics Zen Mode (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0061 (Black/White) 0103 (Black 2/White 2) 0368 (Sword/Shield) 0104 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Attack |
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Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 168 |
Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Field |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 105 | 320 | 414 | |
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Attack | 140 | 256 | 416 | |
Defense | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Speed | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
Total | 480 | 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.
Pokédex data
National № | 0555 |
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Type | Ice Fire |
Species | Zen Charm Pokémon |
Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
Weight | 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Gorilla Tactics Zen Mode (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0061 (Black/White) 0103 (Black 2/White 2) 0368 (Sword/Shield) 0104 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Sp. Atk |
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Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 168 |
Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Field |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 105 | 320 | 414 | |
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Attack | 160 | 292 | 460 | |
Defense | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Speed | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
Total | 540 | 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
Darmanitan changes
- In Generations 5-6, Darmanitan (Zen Mode) has a base experience yield of 168.
- In Generations 5-7, Darmanitan (Standard Mode) has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 5-7, Darmanitan (Zen Mode) has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Darmanitan
Black | Its internal fire burns at 2,500° F, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch. |
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White | When weakened in battle, it transforms into a stone statue. Then it sharpens its mind and fights on mentally. |
Black 2 White 2 |
When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind. |
X Omega Ruby |
When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind. |
Y Alpha Sapphire |
Its internal fire burns at 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch. |
Standard Mode
Sword | The thick arms of this hot-blooded Pokémon can deliver punches capable of obliterating a dump truck. |
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Shield | This Pokémon’s power level rises along with the temperature of its fire, which can reach 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit. |
Zen Mode
Sword | Through meditation, it calms its raging spirit and hones its psychic powers. |
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Shield | When wounded, it stops moving. It goes as still as stone to meditate, sharpening its mind and spirit. |
Galarian Standard Mode
Sword | On days when blizzards blow through, it comes down to where people live. It stashes food in the snowball on its head, taking it home for later. |
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Shield | Though it has a gentle disposition, it’s also very strong. It will quickly freeze the snowball on its head before going for a headbutt. |
Galarian Zen Mode
Sword | Anger has reignited its atrophied flame sac. This Pokémon spews fire everywhere as it rampages indiscriminately. |
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Shield | Darmanitan takes this form when enraged. It won’t stop spewing flames until its rage has settled, even if its body starts to melt. |
Moves learned by Darmanitan
Moves learnt by level up
Darmanitan learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
1 | Ember | Fire | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 | |
1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
12 | Incinerate | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
16 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
20 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
24 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
28 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
32 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
38 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
44 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
50 | Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
56 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
1 | Icicle Crash | Ice | 85 | 90 | |
1 | Powder Snow | Ice | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
12 | Avalanche | Ice | 60 | 100 | |
16 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
20 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
24 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
28 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
32 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
38 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
44 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
50 | Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
56 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Darmanitan learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Icicle Crash | Ice | 85 | 90 |
Egg moves
Darmanitan learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Darmanitan gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Extrasensory | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 | |
Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
Yawn | Normal | — | — |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
Freeze-Dry | Ice | 70 | 100 | |
Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 | |
Incinerate | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
Yawn | Normal | — | — |
Move Tutor moves
Darmanitan can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Burning Jealousy | Fire | 70 | 100 | |
Expanding Force | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
Lash Out | Dark | 75 | 100 |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Burning Jealousy | Fire | 70 | 100 | |
Lash Out | Dark | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Darmanitan is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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00 | Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | |
01 | Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | |
03 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
11 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
13 | Fire Spin | Fire | 35 | 85 | |
15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
22 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
23 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
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 | |
43 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
56 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
57 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
59 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
60 | Power Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
61 | Guard Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
68 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
81 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
92 | Mystical Fire | Fire | 75 | 100 |
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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00 | Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | |
01 | Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | |
03 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
04 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
11 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
13 | Fire Spin | Fire | 35 | 85 | |
15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
22 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
23 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
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 | |
43 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
56 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
57 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
59 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
64 | Avalanche | Ice | 60 | 100 | |
67 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
68 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
81 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Darmanitan is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
02 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
10 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
11 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
13 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
15 | Fire Blast | Fire | 110 | 85 | |
20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
21 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
30 | Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
34 | Future Sight | Psychic | 120 | 100 | |
35 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
36 | Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
38 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
39 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
43 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 | |
46 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
48 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
52 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
55 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
69 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
74 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
75 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
77 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
85 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
99 | Body Press | Fighting | 80 | 100 |
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
02 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
05 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
06 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
10 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
11 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
13 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
15 | Fire Blast | Fire | 110 | 85 | |
20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
21 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
30 | Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
35 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
36 | Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
39 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
43 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 | |
46 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
48 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
52 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
55 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
69 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
74 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
75 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
77 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
85 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
99 | Body Press | Fighting | 80 | 100 |
Moves learnt by level up
Darmanitan learns the following moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 | |
1 | Incinerate | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
1 | Rage | Normal | 20 | 100 | |
1 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
3 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
6 | Incinerate | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
9 | Rage | Normal | 20 | 100 | |
11 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
14 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
17 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
19 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
22 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
25 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
27 | Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
30 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
33 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
39 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
47 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
54 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Darmanitan learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 |
Egg moves
Darmanitan learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Darmanitan gen 7 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
---|---|---|---|---|
Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
Endure | Normal | — | — | |
Extrasensory | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 | |
Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
Snatch | Dark | — | — | |
Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
Yawn | Normal | — | — |
Move Tutor moves
Darmanitan can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
Laser Focus | Normal | — | — | |
Snatch | Dark | — | — | |
Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 |
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon by a previous evolution of Darmanitan. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Moves learnt by TM
Darmanitan is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon:
Transfer-only moves
Darmanitan can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
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Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM |
Darmanitan sprites
Where to find Darmanitan
Black White |
Desert Resort |
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Black 2 White 2 |
Evolve Darumaka |
X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots |
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
Sword | Evolve Darumaka/Galarian Darumaka |
Shield | Trade/migrate from another game |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
Scarlet Violet |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Darmanitan questions
- What is a good moveset for Darmanitan?
- What is a good moveset for Galarian Darmanitan?
- Whats with the Darmanitan differences?
- Will Darmanitan change back to normal form when HP returns to over 50%?
- What is the better Ability for Galarian Darmanitan in-game?
- When is Darmanitan's Zen Mode activated?
- Can you get multiple Zen Mode Darmanitan in BW if you have the RageCandyBars?
- Does Zen Mode Darmanitan revert to normal form at the end of battle?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
English | Darmanitan |
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Japanese | ヒヒダルマ (Hihidaruma) |
German | Flampivian |
French | Darumacho |
Italian | Darmanitan |
Spanish | Darmanitan |
Korean | 불비달마 (bulbidalma) |
Chinese (Simplified) | 达摩狒狒 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 達摩狒狒 |
English |
Blazing Pokémon Zen Charm Pokémon |
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Japanese | えんじょうポケモン だるまポケモン |
German | Lichterloh-Pokémon Lampion-Pokémon |
French | Pokémon Enflammé Pokémon Daruma |
Italian | Pokémon Altefiamme Pokémon Daruma |
Spanish | Pokémon Candente Pokémon Daruma |
Korean | 염상포켓몬 달마포켓몬 |
Chinese (Simplified) | 爆燃宝可梦 不倒翁宝可梦 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 爆燃寶可夢 不倒翁寶可夢 |
Name origin
- daruma
- daruma doll, a traditional Japanese doll
- orangutan
- a species of ape