Stats & Training
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Infernape's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 3 Attack and Sp. Atk and Speed EVs per KO. Tough to catch, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It tosses its enemies around with agility. It uses all its limbs to fight in its own unique style.
It tosses its enemies around with agility. It uses all its limbs to fight in its own unique style.
Infernape Weakness
Infernape is weak to Water, Ground, Flying, and Psychic. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. Infernape leans offensive (base 104 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Ground, Flying, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark, Steel |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Bug |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Forretress's Explosion hits Infernape for 75-88%.
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Forretress builds →Rapid Spin15-18% Explosion75-88% Payback8-9% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Clefable builds →Knock Off8-9% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityKeeneye ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Skarmory builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityOvergrow ItemBlack Sludge NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Infernape View Venusaur builds →Giga Drain19-22% Sludge Bomb45-53% | ||
HeartGold & SoulSilver Evolution
The three-stage chain from Chimchar through Monferno ends here at Infernape. Want more? Breed for Chimchar eggs. A massive partner pool available via two egg groups. The evolution from Chimchar pushed Infernape to 534 total stats. Speed saw the largest single gain at +47. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Infernape to get Chimchar eggs easily using 131 partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups. Notable egg moves include Assist, Blaze Kick, Counter and 8 more.
HeartGold & SoulSilver Infernape Best Moveset
Infernape keeps momentum with U-turn, switching out after dealing damage or scouting. Expert Belt gives it a super-effective damage boost without item lock, max Attack and Speed EVs let it hit hard on the way out, and the remaining moves prevents dead turns.
Best Build
Infernape best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- U Turn
- Grass Knot
- Fire Blast
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Infernape cleanly, with Focus Punch and Blast Burn anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
How to Get Infernape in HeartGold & SoulSilver
No wild encounters for Infernape in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Bring Chimchar over from Diamond, Platinum, or Legends: Arceus, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Infernape in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Infernape Guide
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Infernape works as a sweeper with 534 BST behind it. A-Tier on our list: a strong pick in HeartGold & SoulSilver's competitive scene. Close Combat with Expert Belt is the standard set.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Infernape's biggest threats include Gyarados (Water), Rhydon (Ground), and Salamence (Flying), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Psychic-type attackers are also a problem. Infernape's base 108 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Blaze is the go-to ability for Infernape. It strengthens fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Iron Fist can work in specific setups.
Infernape is a mixed attacker with base 104 Attack and 104 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 108 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, the best way to handle Infernape: Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
Game Availability
Debuting in Diamond & Pearl, Infernape appears in 12 games across 7 generations. A reliable presence in a solid number of games, typically found through wild encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves