Pokemon Guide
Darmanitan is a hard-hitting Fire-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5, known for its massive Attack stat, Sheer Force ability, Zen Mode form and regional Galarian form. This guide covers Darmanitan’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and alternate form information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Zen Mode
Regional Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Darmanitan guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Darmanitan evolves from Darumaka and is known for its fiery power, rounded body and extremely aggressive physical offense. Standard Darmanitan is a Fire-type Pokemon, while its Zen Mode and Galarian forms give it important alternate typing and battle roles.
Competitive Overview
Darmanitan is often dangerous in competitive formats because of its huge Attack stat and access to strong physical moves like Flare Blitz, Earthquake, Rock Slide and U-turn. Sheer Force also boosts many attacks that have secondary effects, making Darmanitan hit even harder.
Darmanitan’s biggest drawback is its limited defensive profile. It is weak to Water, Ground and Rock-type moves, and it usually needs careful support to switch in safely and avoid being worn down by recoil or entry hazards.
Here are the key facts to know about Darmanitan, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Darmanitan
National Dex
#0555
Type
Fire
Species
Blazing Pokemon
Height
4’03” / 1.3 m
130 cm
Weight
204.8 lbs / 92.9 kg
92.9 kg
Abilities
Sheer Force, Zen Mode
Darmanitan has an extremely high Attack stat and solid Speed, making it a powerful physical attacker. Its defenses are much lower, so it often relies on immediate pressure rather than long-term bulk.
Darmanitan is best known for powerful physical attacks, Fire-type pressure and coverage moves that help it hit Rock, Steel, Dark, Normal and opposing Fire-resistant Pokemon.
Darmanitan’s signature-style Fire pressure, offering huge physical damage with recoil as the main drawback.
A reliable Fire-type attack that works especially well with Sheer Force in many games.
Strong Fighting-type coverage for Rock, Dark, Steel and Normal-type Pokemon.
A powerful Ground-type coverage move for Fire, Rock, Steel, Poison and Electric-type targets.
Useful Rock-type coverage that can threaten Flying, Bug, Fire and Ice-type Pokemon.
A pivot move that lets Darmanitan deal damage while switching to a better teammate.
A risky setup move that maximizes Attack and can make Darmanitan extremely threatening.
A Psychic-type coverage move that fits Darmanitan’s Zen Mode theme and hits Fighting and Poison-type Pokemon.
Darmanitan can learn a strong move pool across different Pokemon games, including Fire, Fighting, Ground, Rock, Bug, Psychic and Normal moves. Use the section below to view Darmanitan’s move list by learn method.
Move data is not available yet.
Standard Darmanitan is a Fire-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice and Fairy-type moves, but it is weak to Water, Ground and Rock-type attacks.
Type
Fire
Weaknesses
Water, Ground and Rock
Resistances
Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice and Fairy
Immunity
None
Darmanitan’s abilities support its role as a high-power attacker, with Sheer Force boosting many moves and Zen Mode unlocking its alternate battle forms.
Boosts the power of moves that have additional effects, but removes those additional effects. This helps Darmanitan deal heavy damage with many physical attacks.
Changes Darmanitan’s form when its HP drops to half or less. Standard Darmanitan becomes Fire and Psychic-type in Zen Mode, while Galarian Darmanitan becomes Ice and Fire-type.
Darmanitan evolves from Darumaka starting at Level 35. Galarian Darmanitan evolves from Galarian Darumaka when exposed to an Ice Stone.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Darumaka at Level 35
Regional Evolution
Evolves from Galarian Darumaka with an Ice Stone
Darmanitan’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Darmanitan is obtained by catching Darumaka and evolving it at Level 35, while other games require trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Darmanitan had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve Darumaka at Level 35. Zen Mode Darmanitan can also be obtained from Desert Resort statues with RageCandyBar. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Darumaka at Level 35. Zen Mode Darmanitan can also be obtained from Desert Resort statues with RageCandyBar. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Evolve Darumaka at Level 35. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Evolve Darumaka at Level 35. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Found on Mirage Mountain north of Mossdeep, or evolve Darumaka at Level 35. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Found on Mirage Mountain north of Mossdeep, or evolve Darumaka at Level 35. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Evolve Galarian Darumaka with an Ice Stone. Standard Darmanitan requires trade, transfer or migration from another game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Darmanitan |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Darmanitan has several important alternate forms, including Standard Mode, Zen Mode, Galarian Standard Mode and Galarian Zen Mode. These forms can change Darmanitan’s typing, appearance and battle role.
Standard Darmanitan is a Fire-type physical attacker with Sheer Force or Zen Mode as its ability.
Zen Mode Darmanitan becomes Fire and Psychic-type when Zen Mode activates at low HP.
Galarian Darmanitan is an Ice-type regional form known for Gorilla Tactics and explosive physical offense.
Galarian Zen Mode Darmanitan becomes Ice and Fire-type when Zen Mode activates at low HP.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Darmanitan. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Standard Darmanitan is a Fire-type Pokemon. Zen Mode Darmanitan is Fire and Psychic-type, and Galarian Darmanitan is Ice-type.
Standard Darmanitan is weak to Water, Ground and Rock-type moves.
Darmanitan evolves from Darumaka starting at Level 35. Galarian Darmanitan evolves from Galarian Darumaka with an Ice Stone.
Darmanitan’s abilities are Sheer Force and Zen Mode. Galarian Darmanitan can also use Gorilla Tactics or Zen Mode depending on the form and game.
Darmanitan’s best moves often include Flare Blitz, Fire Punch, Superpower, Earthquake, Rock Slide, U-turn, Belly Drum and Zen Headbutt.
Yes, Darmanitan can be very strong because of its high Attack stat, powerful Fire-type moves and strong abilities, though it is not especially bulky.
The most common way to get Darmanitan is to evolve Darumaka at Level 35. In Galar, Galarian Darumaka evolves into Galarian Darmanitan with an Ice Stone.
Yes, Darmanitan has Zen Mode, Galarian Darmanitan and Galarian Zen Mode Darmanitan as important alternate forms.
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