#0390 · Gen 4 · 309 BST
Chimchar
An early-evolution Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Blaze.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
119/70/57/70/57/72
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
151/121/105/121/105/124
Abilities
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Chimchar
Chimchar is a Fire/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 309. An early-evolution Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Blaze.
Best stat: Speed (61 base)
Chimchar's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 58 base Attack and 61 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Blaze
- Iron Fist
How to use Chimchar competitively
Open the damage calculator with Chimchar selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Chimchar appears in the species dropdown. Drop Chimchar into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0390 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Fire / None |
| Abilities | Blaze, Iron Fist |
| Base Stat Total | 309 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 44 / 58 / 44 / 58 / 44 / 61 |