#059
Arcanine
Abilities
Stat Ranges at Lv. 100
Min = 0 IVs, 0 EVs, hindering nature. Max = 31 IVs, 252 EVs, boosting nature.
- Generation
- I (Kanto)
- Color
- Brown
- Shape
- Quadruped
- Habitat
- Grassland
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Capture Rate
- 75 (29.4%)
- Gender Ratio
- 75% Male / 25% Female
- Egg Groups
- Ground
- Hatch Counter
- 20 cycles (~5,376 steps)
- Base Experience
- 194
- EV Yield
- 2 Atk
- Height
- 1.9 m (6'03")
- Weight
- 155.0 kg (341.7 lbs)
Damage taken when attacked by each type.
Protects against fire moves. Once one has been blocked, the Pokémon's own Fire moves inflict 1.5× damage until it leaves battle.
Lowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle.
Raises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a dark move.
Generation VII
Overflowing with beauty and majesty, this strong Pokémon appears in ancient Eastern folklore.
The fire burning inside its body serves as the energy to fuel it as it runs great distances. It appears in many legends.
Legends tell of its fighting alongside a general and conquering a whole country.
There are so many old tales about them that they’re called legendary Pokémon, but there are way more of them around than you’d expect.
A legendary Pokémon in the East. Many people are charmed by the grace and beauty of its running.
Generation VIII
The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people.
A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Snaps at its foes with fangs cloaked in blazing flame. Despite its bulk, it deftly feints every which way, leading opponents on a deceptively merry chase as it all but dances around them.
Show older entries (Gen I, II, III, IV, V, VI)
Generation I
A POKéMON that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
A legendary POKé MON in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running.
Generation II
This legendary Chinese POKEMON is considered magnif icent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it.
An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies.
Generation III
ARCANINE is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this POKéMON’s body is its source of power.
This fleet-footed POKéMON is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power.
A POKéMON that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed.
A POKéMON that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Generation IV
Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it.
Generation V
Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people.
Generation VI
A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it.
Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power.
Level Up
19 moves| Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Pow | Acc | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Take Down | nor | P | 90 | 85% | 20 |
| 1 | Double Edge | nor | P | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| 1 | Leer | nor | N | — | 100% | 30 |
| 1 | Bite | dar | P | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| 1 | Roar | nor | N | — | — | 20 |
| 1 | EmberSTAB | fir | S | 40 | 100% | 25 |
| 1 | Agility | psy | N | — | — | 30 |
| 1 | Flame WheelSTAB | fir | P | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| 1 | Reversal | fig | P | — | 100% | 15 |
| 1 | Crunch | dar | P | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| 1 | Helping Hand | nor | N | — | — | 20 |
| 1 | Howl | nor | N | — | — | 40 |
| 1 | Flare BlitzSTAB | fir | P | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| 1 | Thunder Fang | ele | P | 65 | 95% | 15 |
| 1 | Fire FangSTAB | fir | P | 65 | 95% | 15 |
| 1 | Retaliate | nor | P | 70 | 100% | 5 |
| 1 | Play Rough | fai | P | 90 | 90% | 10 |
| 5 | FlamethrowerSTAB | fir | S | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| 50 | Extreme Speed | nor | P | 80 | 100% | 5 |
TM / HM
50 moves
| Move | Type | Cat. | Pow | Acc | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerial Ace | fly | P | 60 | — | 20 |
| Agility | psy | N | — | — | 30 |
| Body Slam | nor | P | 85 | 100% | 15 |
| Bulldoze | gro | P | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| Charm | fai | N | — | 100% | 20 |
| Close Combat | fig | P | 120 | 100% | 5 |
| Crunch | dar | P | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| Curse | gho | N | — | — | 10 |
| Dig | gro | P | 80 | 100% | 10 |
| Double Edge | nor | P | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| Dragon Pulse | dra | S | 85 | 100% | 10 |
| Endure | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Facade | nor | P | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| Fire BlastSTAB | fir | S | 110 | 85% | 5 |
| Fire FangSTAB | fir | P | 65 | 95% | 15 |
| Fire SpinSTAB | fir | S | 35 | 85% | 15 |
| Flame ChargeSTAB | fir | P | 50 | 100% | 20 |
| FlamethrowerSTAB | fir | S | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| Flare BlitzSTAB | fir | P | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| Giga Impact | nor | P | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| Heat CrashSTAB | fir | P | — | 100% | 10 |
| Heat WaveSTAB | fir | S | 95 | 90% | 10 |
| Helping Hand | nor | N | — | — | 20 |
| Hyper Beam | nor | S | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| Hyper Voice | nor | S | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| Iron Head | ste | P | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| Outrage | dra | P | 120 | 100% | 10 |
| OverheatSTAB | fir | S | 130 | 90% | 5 |
| Play Rough | fai | P | 90 | 90% | 10 |
| Protect | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Psychic Fangs | psy | P | 85 | 100% | 10 |
| Rest | psy | N | — | — | 5 |
| Retaliate | nor | P | 70 | 100% | 5 |
| Reversal | fig | P | — | 100% | 15 |
| Roar | nor | N | — | — | 20 |
| Scary Face | nor | N | — | 100% | 10 |
| Scorching Sands | gro | S | 70 | 100% | 10 |
| Sleep Talk | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Snarl | dar | S | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| Solar Beam | gra | S | 120 | 100% | 10 |
| Substitute | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Sunny Day | fir | N | — | — | 5 |
| Swift | nor | S | 60 | — | 20 |
| Take Down | nor | P | 90 | 85% | 20 |
| Temper FlareSTAB | fir | P | 75 | 100% | 10 |
| Tera Blast | nor | S | 80 | 100% | 10 |
| Thief | dar | P | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| Thunder Fang | ele | P | 65 | 95% | 15 |
| Wild Charge | ele | P | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| Will O Wisp | fir | N | — | 85% | 15 |
Move Tutor
13 moves
| Move | Type | Cat. | Pow | Acc | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Slam | nor | P | 85 | 100% | 15 |
| Double Edge | nor | P | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| Dragon Pulse | dra | S | 85 | 100% | 10 |
| Endure | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| FlamethrowerSTAB | fir | S | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| Heat WaveSTAB | fir | S | 95 | 90% | 10 |
| Helping Hand | nor | N | — | — | 20 |
| Iron Head | ste | P | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| Outrage | dra | P | 120 | 100% | 10 |
| Scorching Sands | gro | S | 70 | 100% | 10 |
| Sleep Talk | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Substitute | nor | N | — | — | 10 |
| Swift | nor | S | 60 | — | 20 |
Items that wild Arcanine may be holding when encountered.
Best STAB Moves
Same-type attack bonus (1.5x power)
Best Coverage Moves
Off-type moves for hitting weaknesses
Tools for Arcanine
Damage Calculator
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Team Builder
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EV Optimizer
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Coverage Solver
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Where To Catch
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Stat Calculator
Calculate stats with IVs, EVs, and nature
About Arcanine
Arcanine is a Fire-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people. Arcanine stands 1.9 m (6'03") tall and weighs 155.0 kg (341.7 lbs), making it a medium-sized Pokemon.
Arcanine Base Stats
Arcanine has a base stat total of 555, which is very high, making it a strong choice for competitive play. Its highest stat is Attack at 110 (very good), while its lowest is Defense at 80 (good). Arcanine functions as a mixed attacker with balanced offensive stats. Arcanine is moderately fast with a base Speed of 95.
Arcanine Weaknesses & Resistances
As a Fire-type, Arcanine is weak to Water, Ground, Rock-type moves, resists Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy-type attacks. This gives Arcanine 3 weaknesses, 6 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Arcanine Abilities
Arcanine's abilities include Flash Fire, Intimidate, Justified. Flash Fire protects against fire moves. Once one has been blocked, the Pokémon's own Fire moves inflict 1.5× damage until it leaves battle.. Intimidate lowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle. Its Hidden Ability is Justified, which raises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a dark move.
Arcanine Moves & Learnset
Arcanine can learn 82 moves in Generation 9, including 19 by leveling up, 50 via TM/HM, and 13 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Overheat (Fire, 130 power), Flare Blitz (Fire, 120 power), Fire Blast (Fire, 110 power), Heat Wave (Fire, 95 power). For coverage, Arcanine can learn Giga Impact (Normal), Hyper Beam (Normal), Double Edge (Normal).
Training Arcanine
Arcanine has a moderate capture rate of 75 (29.4%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Arcanine yields 2 Attack EVs. It has a slow growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Arcanine belongs to the Ground egg group. Arcanine is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Growlithe → Arcanine). Wild Arcanine may be found holding Rawst Berry.
Use the tools above to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Arcanine. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Arcanine, or use the team builder to see how Arcanine fits into your squad.
