Moltres
Moltres is a Fire/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Moltres has a Galarian Form, introduced in the Crown Tundra Expansion Pass to Pokémon Sword/Shield.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0146 |
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| Type | Fire Flying |
| Species | Flame Pokémon |
| Height | 2.0 m (6′07″) |
| Weight | 60.0 kg (132.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pressure Flame Body (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0146 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0237 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0146 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0242 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0153 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0146 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0204 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 290 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 80 (20,304–20,560 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Defense | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Sp. Atk | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Sp. Def | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Speed | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Total | 580 | 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 № | 0146 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dark Flying |
| Species | Malevolent Pokémon |
| Height | 2.0 m (6′07″) |
| Weight | 66.0 kg (145.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Berserk |
| Local № | 0146 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0237 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0146 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0242 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0153 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0146 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0204 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 290 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 120 (30,584–30,840 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Sp. Atk | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Def | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Speed | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Total | 580 | 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
- Moltres does not evolve.
Moltres changes
- In Generation 1, Moltres has a base Special stat of 125.
- In Generations 1-4, Moltres has a base experience yield of 217.
- In Generations 5-7, Moltres has a base experience yield of 261.
- In Generation 2, Moltres has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Moltres
| Red Blue |
Known as the legendary bird of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flash of flames. |
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| Yellow | A legendary bird POKéMON. As it flaps its flaming wings, even the night sky will turn red. |
| Gold | This legendary POKéMON scatters embers with every flap of its wings. It is a thrilling sight to behold. |
| Silver | This legendary bird POKéMON is said to bring early spring to the wintry lands it visits. |
| Crystal | Legendary bird POKéMON. It is said to migrate from the south along with the spring. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
MOLTRES is a legendary bird POKéMON that has the ability to control fire. If this POKéMON is injured, it is said to dip its body in the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself. |
| FireRed | One of the legendary bird POKéMON. Those seeing it are overwhelmed by its orange wings that seem to be on fire. |
| LeafGreen | It is said to be the legendary bird POKéMON of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flare of flames. |
| Emerald | MOLTRES is a legendary bird POKéMON that can control fire. If injured, it is said to dip its body in the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
One of the legendary bird Pokémon. It is said that its appearance indicates the coming of spring. |
| HeartGold | This legendary Pokémon scatters embers with every flap of its wings. It is a thrilling sight to behold. |
| SoulSilver | This legendary bird Pokémon is said to bring early spring to the wintry lands it visits. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
One of the legendary bird Pokémon. It is said that its appearance indicates the coming of spring. |
| X | It is said to be the legendary bird Pokémon of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flare of flames. |
| Y | One of the legendary bird Pokémon. It is said that its appearance indicates the coming of spring. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Moltres is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control fire. If this Pokémon is injured, it is said to dip its body in the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
A legendary bird Pokémon. As it flaps its flaming wings, even the night sky will turn red. |
| Sword | It’s one of the legendary bird Pokémon. When Moltres flaps its flaming wings, they glimmer with a dazzling red glow. |
| Shield | There are stories of this Pokémon using its radiant, flame-cloaked wings to light up paths for those lost in the mountains. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It is one of the legendary bird Pokémon. Its appearance is said to indicate the coming of spring. |
Galarian Moltres
| Sword | This Pokémon’s sinister, flame-like aura will consume the spirit of any creature it hits. Victims become burned-out shadows of themselves. |
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| Shield | The sinister aura that blazes like molten fire around this Pokémon is what inspired the name Moltres. |
Moves learned by Moltres
Moves learnt by level up
Moltres does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Moltres does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Moltres cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Moltres learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gust | Flying | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 5 | Ember | Fire | 40 | 100 | |
| 10 | Safeguard | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 30 | Incinerate | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
| 35 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 40 | Roost | Flying | — | — | |
| 45 | Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
| 50 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 55 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 60 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 65 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 | |
| 70 | Sky Attack | Flying | 140 | 90 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gust | Flying | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 5 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
| 10 | Safeguard | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 30 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 35 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 40 | After You | Normal | — | — | |
| 45 | Fiery Wrath | Dark | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 55 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 60 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 65 | Memento | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 70 | Sky Attack | Flying | 140 | 90 |
Egg moves
Moltres does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Moltres is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 06 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 14 | Acrobatics | Flying | 55 | 100 | |
| 18 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 27 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 29 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
| 30 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 51 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 60 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 65 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 87 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 92 | Imprison | Psychic | — | — | |
| 94 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 97 | Fly | Flying | 90 | 95 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 113 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 117 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 140 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 160 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 164 | Brave Bird | Flying | 120 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 177 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 197 | Dual Wingbeat | Flying | 40 | 90 | |
| 199 | Lash Out | Dark | 75 | 100 | |
| 202 | Pain Split | Normal | — | — |
Moltres sprites
| Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Moltres
| Red Blue Yellow |
Victory Road |
|---|---|
| Gold Silver Crystal |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Mt. Ember |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Platinum | Roaming Sinnoh |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Mt. Silver |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Sea Spirit's Den, Roaming Kalos |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Victory Road |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Moltres questions
- What is a good moveset for Moltres?
- What is a good moveset for Galarian Moltres?
- If articuno, moltres and zapdos are related to winter, spring and summer, where's the autumn bird?
- What is the best ball to use when catching Articuno, Moltres and Zapdos?
- I have started with a Froakie so will I find a Articuno,Zapdos or Moltres after become the champion?
- What are the movesets of Platinum's 3 roaming legendary birds?
- Where do I find the bird trio on Pearl and Platinum(without Wi-Fi)?
- Moltres Keeps Fleeing D:?
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Other languages
| English | Moltres |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ファイヤー (Fire) |
| German | Lavados |
| French | Sulfura |
| Italian | Moltres |
| Spanish | Moltres |
| Korean | 파이어 (paieo) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 火焰鸟 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 火焰鳥 |
| English |
Flame Pokémon Malevolent Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | かえんポケモン じゃあくポケモン |
| German | Flammen-Pokémon Bosheits-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Flamme Pokémon Maléfique |
| Italian | Pokémon Fiamma Pokémon Malvagità |
| Spanish | Pokémon Llama Pokémon Malignidad |
| Korean | 화염포켓몬 사악포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 火焰宝可梦 邪恶宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 火焰寶可夢 邪惡寶可夢 |
Name origin
- molten
- liquified by heating
- tres
- Spanish for ‘three’