#146 Galarian Moltres

#146 Galarian Moltres

Height2 m(6'07")
Weight66 kg(145.5 lbs)
GenderGenderless
Gen 8

Galarian Moltres's Detailed Stats

Lv
StatBaseLv
EVsIVsTotal
HP 90
321
Attack 85
206
Defense 90
216
Sp. Atk 100
236
Sp. Def 125
286
Speed 90
216
1481
Type Effectiveness

Galarian Moltres Abilities

Boosts the Pokémon's Sp. Atk stat when it takes a hit that causes its HP to drop to half or less.

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Galarian Moltres Moves

Category
Type
MoveTypeCat.PowAccMethodDescription
Gustflyingspecial40100Level Up 1A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage.
Leernormalstatus100Level Up 1The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers their Defense stats.
Paybackdarkphysical50100Level Up 5The user stores power, then attacks. This move's power is doubled if the user moves after the target.
SafeguardnormalstatusLevel Up 10The user creates a protective field that prevents status conditions for five turns.
Wing Attackflyingphysical60100Level Up 15The target is struck with large, imposing wings spread wide to inflict damage.
AgilitypsychicstatusLevel Up 20The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. This sharply boosts its Speed stat.
Ancient Powerrockspecial60100Level Up 25The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also boost all the user's stats at once.
Sucker Punchdarkphysical70100Level Up 30This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.
Air Slashflyingspecial7595Level Up 35The user attacks with a blade of air that slices even the sky. This may also make the target flinch.
After YounormalstatusLevel Up 40The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user.
Fiery Wrathdarkspecial90100Level Up 45The user transforms its wrath into a fire-like aura to attack. This may also make opposing Pokémon flinch.
Nasty PlotdarkstatusLevel Up 50The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. This sharply boosts the user's Sp. Atk stat.
Hurricaneflyingspecial11070Level Up 55The user attacks by wrapping its opponent in a fierce wind. This may also confuse the target.
EndurenormalstatusLevel Up 60The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. This move's chance of failing rises if used in succession.
Mementodarkstatus100Level Up 65The user faints. In return, the target's Attack and Sp. Atk stats are harshly lowered.
Sky Attackflyingphysical14090Level Up 70The user attacks the turn after using this move. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit and may also make the target flinch.
Acrobaticsflyingphysical55100TM/HMThe user nimbly strikes the target. This attack does massive damage if the user isn't holding an item.
Aerial Aceflyingphysical60TM/HMThe user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.
Brave Birdflyingphysical120100TM/HMThe user tucks in its wings and charges at a low altitude. This also damages the user quite a lot.
Dark Pulsedarkspecial80100TM/HMThe user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.
Dual Wingbeatflyingphysical4090TM/HMThe user slams the target with its wings to inflict damage. The target is hit twice in a row.
Facadenormalphysical70100TM/HMThis move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Flyflyingphysical9095TM/HMThe user flies up into the sky on the first turn, then attacks on the next turn.
Foul Playdarkphysical95100TM/HMThe user turns the target's strength against it. The higher the target's Attack stat, the greater the damage this move inflicts.
Giga Impactnormalphysical15090TM/HMThe user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.
Helping HandnormalstatusTM/HMThe user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally's attack.
Hexghostspecial65100TM/HMThis relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions.
Hyper Beamnormalspecial15090TM/HMThe target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.
Hyper Voicenormalspecial90100TM/HMThe user attacks by letting loose a horribly loud, resounding cry.
ImprisonpsychicstatusTM/HMIf opposing Pokémon know any move also known by the user, they are prevented from using it.
Lash Outdarkphysical75100TM/HMThe user lashes out to vent its frustration toward the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's stats were lowered during this turn.
Pain SplitnormalstatusTM/HMThe user adds its HP to the target's HP, then equally splits the combined HP between the target and itself.
ProtectnormalstatusTM/HMThis move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Rain DancewaterstatusTM/HMThe user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.
RestpsychicstatusTM/HMThe user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and cures any status conditions.
SandstormrockstatusTM/HMA five-turn sandstorm is summoned to damage all Pokémon except Rock, Ground, and Steel types. The sandstorm also boosts the Sp. Def stats of Rock types.
Scary Facenormalstatus100TM/HMThe user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.
Shadow Ballghostspecial80100TM/HMThe user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.
Sleep TalknormalstatusTM/HMThe user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. This move can only be used while the user is asleep.
Snarldarkspecial5595TM/HMThe user yells as if it's ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stats of opposing Pokémon.
Spiteghoststatus100TM/HMThe user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.
SubstitutenormalstatusTM/HMThe user creates a substitute for itself using some of its own HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.
Sunny DayfirestatusTM/HMThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type attacks. The sunlight also lowers the power of Water-type attacks.
Swiftnormalspecial60TM/HMStar-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.
TailwindflyingstatusTM/HMThe user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that boosts the Speed stats of itself and its allies for four turns.
Take Downnormalphysical9085TM/HMA reckless full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.
Tauntdarkstatus100TM/HMThe target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.
Tera Blastnormalspecial80100TM/HMIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.
Thiefdarkphysical60100TM/HMThe user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. The user can't steal anything if it already holds an item.
U Turnbugphysical70100TM/HMAfter making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Pokedex Entries
Red

Known as the legendary bird of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flash of flames.

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.

In Other Languages

Galarian Moltres's Japanese name is Fire (ファイヤー). Here are all the official names for Galarian Moltres across different languages:

JapaneseファイヤーFire
Korean파이어
Chinese (Traditional)火焰鳥
FrenchSulfura
GermanLavados
SpanishMoltres
ItalianMoltres
Chinese (Simplified)火焰鸟

Galarian Moltres Breeding

Egg Groups
Hatch Time20,480 steps(80 cycles)
Gender DifferencesNone
Misc Data
Catch Rate3
Base Friendship35
Growth RateSlow
Base Experience290

How to Get Galarian Moltres

Galarian Moltres is not catchable in the wild – it is typically obtained through gifts, events, or in-game trades. Here is how to obtain Galarian Moltres in every game where it is available:

GameMethodLocationDetails
VariousWildGalarian FormForm Change
FAQ

About Galarian Moltres

Galarian Moltres is a Dark/Flying-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. With a Base Stat Total (BST) of 580, Galarian Moltres is classified as a Flame Pokémon and is part of the Moltres → Galarian Moltres evolution line.

In competitive play, Galarian Moltres is placed in the Doubles OU tier where it holds a 9.22% usage rate. Its key abilities are Berserk, which allow it to function as a versatile team member. Galarian Moltres is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Fairy-type moves, so trainers should plan around these vulnerabilities.

Galarian Moltres can learn 54 moves across Level-up, TM, Tutor, and Egg methods. Its most popular competitive moves include Fiery Wrath, Protect, Nasty Plot, Air Slash. Standing at 2m tall and weighing 66kg, Galarian Moltres has been a fan favorite since its debut in the Galar region games.