Stats & Training
Magmar's built around mixed offense. Sp. Atk leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Tough to catch, worth 2 Sp. Atk EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Its entire body is burning. When it breathes, the temperature rises. When it sneezes, flames shoot out!
The hotter the place, the better they feel. Magmar in Alola are said to be hardier than those in other areas.
Magmar Weakness
Type-wise, Magmar takes extra damage from Water, Ground, and Rock. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. Magmar's special bulk (base 85 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Ground, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy |
 Swampert WaterGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Swampert builds →Earthquake 2x138-163%KO Muddy Water 2x74-88% Rock Slide 2x69-81% Mud Bomb 2x54-64% | ||
 Primarina WaterFairy | A | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Popplio (Route 1 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Primarina builds →Hydro Pump 2x125-148%KO Sparkling Aria 2x104-122%KO Bubble Beam 2x74-88% Water Gun 2x47-56% | ||
 Blastoise Water | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Blastoise builds →Hydro Pump 2x91-107%KO Aqua Tail 2x98-116%KO Water Pulse 2x51-60% Rock Tomb 2x44-53% | ||
 Vaporeon Water | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Vaporeon builds →Hydro Pump 2x111-131%KO Muddy Water 2x93-109%KO Water Pulse 2x61-73% Water Gun 2x41-49% | ||
 Poliwrath WaterFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Poliwrath builds →Bubble Beam 2x47-56% Rock Tomb 2x49-59% | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Volcanion's Sludge Bomb hits Magmar for 42-49%. Mamoswine threatens a KO with Earthquake (182-214%). Garchomp's Earthquake also KOs at 128-151%.
 Volcanion FireWater | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Volcanion builds →Sludge Bomb42-49% Fire Blast38-45% | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Mamoswine builds →Earthquake 2x182-214%KO Ice Shard18-21% Knock Off39-46% | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x128-151%KO Stone Edge 2x85-100%KO | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Terrakion builds →Close Combat113-133%KO Stone Edge 2x189-223%KO Earthquake 2x126-148%KO | ||
 Starmie WaterPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Magmar View Starmie builds →Rapid Spin13-15% Ice Beam15-18% Thunderbolt30-35% Hydro Pump 2x111-131%KO | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
Magmar is partway through a three-stage line between Magby and Magmortar. The chain involves a trade, so it's not a straightforward grind. Sp.Atk has grown the most so far (+30), but there's still another 45 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Magmar to get Magby eggs using 56 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Barrier, Belch, Belly Drum and 11 more.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Magmar Best Moveset
Magmar hasn't fully evolved, but Eviolite's 50% bulk boost makes it viable anyway. Timid nature with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs shapes the defensive spread, and Flame Body adds utility.
Best Build
Magmar best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Psychic
- Flamethrower
- Focus Blast
- Hidden Power Ice
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Will O Wisp
- Follow Me
- Protect
- Clear Smog
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Breeding's the move. Barrier and Belch give Magmar options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 9 types already covers a decent range on top of Overheat and Flare Blitz. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Magmar in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
moderate rates for Magmar across 2 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Magmar in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Magmar starts with Magby at Lv. 16-19 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MagbyWela Volcano ParkUltra SunGrass Lv.16-19 Volcano15%MidWela Volcano ParkUltra MoonGrass Lv.16-19 Volcano15%Mid
Step 2Magmar ✓Wela Volcano ParkUltra SunGrass Lv.16-19 VolcanoMidSOS from MagbyWela Volcano ParkUltra MoonGrass Lv.16-19 VolcanoMidSOS from Magbyor evolve from Magby (Step 1)
Magmar Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Magmar isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Magmortar to unlock its full potential. At 495 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Flame Body is the go-to ability for Magmar. It has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Vital Spirit can work in specific setups.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Magmar fills the attacker role. It's a special attacker with base 100 Sp. Atk. Base 93 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Magmar has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 21 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 4DP
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