Malamar.
BST 482 · dark / psychic
Malamar is weak to Bug, Fairy and is immune to Psychic.
Malamar base stats
BST 482 · ranges at level 100Malamar weaknesses and resistances
damage taken · Dark / Psychic dual typingMalamar abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenMalamar evolution line
2 stages
Best Malamar moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerMalamar moves
gen 9 · 78 moves · 18 level-up · 53 TM/HM · 7 tutorMalamar Pokédex entries
3 generations · newest firstGazing at its luminescent spots will quickly induce a hypnotic state, putting the observer under Malamar’s control.
It’s said that Malamar’s hypnotic powers played a role in certain history-changing events.
When it comes to strong hypnosis, there’s an endless number of people who utilize Malamar for their nefarious deeds.
It flashes the pattern on its torso to control its prey and draw them in. The edges of its fins are supremely sharp.
It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.
It lures its prey close with hypnotic motions, then wraps its tentacles around it before finishing it off with digestive fluids.
Malamar species data
gen VI species · breeding and trainingAbout Malamar
Malamar is a Dark and Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 6 (Kalos). Gazing at its luminescent spots will quickly induce a hypnotic state, putting the observer under Malamar’s control. Malamar stands 1.5 m (4'11") tall and weighs 47.0 kg (103.6 lbs), making it a medium-sized Pokémon.
Malamar base stats
Malamar has a base stat total of 482, which is moderate, typical of a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is Attack at 92 (good), while its lowest is Sp. Atk at 68 (average). Malamar excels as a physical attacker. Malamar is average speed with a base Speed of 73.
Malamar weaknesses and resistances
As a Dark and Psychic-type, Malamar is weak to Bug (4x), Fairy-type moves, , and is completely immune to Psychic-type moves. This gives Malamar 2 weaknesses, 0 resistances, and 1 immunity.
Malamar abilities
Malamar's abilities include Suction Cups, Contrary, Infiltrator. Suction Cups prevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves.. Contrary inverts stat changes. Its Hidden Ability is Infiltrator, which bypasses light screen, reflect, and safeguard.
Malamar moves and learnset
Malamar can learn 78 moves in Generation 9, including 18 by leveling up, 53 via TM/HM, and 7 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Future Sight (Psychic, 120 power), Foul Play (Dark, 95 power), Psychic (Psychic, 90 power), Dark Pulse (Dark, 80 power). For coverage, Malamar can learn Giga Impact (Normal), Hyper Beam (Normal), Superpower (Fighting).
Training Malamar
Malamar has a moderate capture rate of 80 (31.4%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Malamar yields 2 Attack EVs. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Malamar belongs to the Water1 and Water2 egg groups. Malamar is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Inkay → Malamar).
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Malamar. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Malamar, or use the team builder to see how Malamar fits into your squad.
