Primeape.
BST 455 · fighting
Primeape is weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy and resists Bug, Rock, Dark.
Primeape base stats
BST 455 · ranges at level 100Primeape weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typePrimeape abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenPrimeape evolution line
3 stagesPrimeape evolves into Annihilape: use Rage Fist 20 times, then level it up. How to evolve Primeape, every game
Best Primeape moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerPrimeape moves
gen 9 · 108 moves · 20 level-up · 62 TM/HM · 26 tutorPrimeape Pokédex entries
7 generations · newest firstIt has been known to become so angry that it dies as a result. Its face looks peaceful in death, however.
Some researchers theorize that Primeape remains angry even when inside a Poké Ball.
It will never forgive opponents who have angered it. Even after it has beaten them down until they can’t move, it never ever forgives.
The blood vessels in its brain are sturdier than those of other Pokémon, so it can stay healthy despite its constant raging.
It stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.
It stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.
It is always outrageously furious. If it gives chase, it will tenaciously track the target no matter how far.
When Primeape becomes furious, its blood circulation is boosted. In turn, its muscles are made even stronger. However, it also becomes much less intelligent at the same time.
It grows angry if you see its eyes and gets angrier if you run. If you beat it, it gets even madder.
It grows angry if you see its eyes and gets angrier if you run. If you beat it, it gets even madder.
If approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep.
It becomes wildly furious if it even senses someone looking at it. It chases anyone that meets its glare.
When PRIMEAPE becomes furious, its blood circulation is boosted. In turn, its muscles are made even stronger. However, it also becomes much less intelligent at the same time.
When it becomes furious, its blood circulation becomes more robust, and its muscles are made stronger. But it also becomes much less intelligent.
It is always outrageously furious. If it gives chase, it will tenaciously track the target no matter how far.
Always furious and tenacious to boot. It will not abandon chasing its quarry until it catches up.
If approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep.
It becomes wildly furious if it even senses someone looking at it. It chases anyone that meets its glare.
It will beat up anyone who makes it mad, even if it has to chase them until the end of the world.
Always furious and tenacious to boot. It will not abandon chasing its quarry until it is caught.
It stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.
Primeape species data
gen I species · breeding and trainingAbout Primeape
Primeape is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). It has been known to become so angry that it dies as a result. Its face looks peaceful in death, however. Primeape stands 1.0 m (3'03") tall and weighs 32.0 kg (70.5 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Primeape base stats
Primeape has a base stat total of 455, which is moderate, typical of a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is Attack at 105 (very good), while its lowest is Defense at 60 (average). Primeape excels as a physical attacker. Primeape is moderately fast with a base Speed of 95.
Primeape weaknesses and resistances
As a Fighting-type, Primeape is weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type moves, resists Bug, Rock, Dark-type attacks. This gives Primeape 3 weaknesses, 3 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Primeape abilities
Primeape's abilities include Vital Spirit, Anger Point, Defiant. Vital Spirit prevents sleep.. Anger Point raises Attack to the maximum of six stages upon receiving a critical hit. Its Hidden Ability is Defiant, which raises Attack two stages upon having any stat lowered.
Primeape moves and learnset
Primeape can learn 108 moves in Generation 9, including 20 by leveling up, 62 via TM/HM, and 26 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Focus Punch (Fighting, 150 power), Close Combat (Fighting, 120 power), Focus Blast (Fighting, 120 power), Cross Chop (Fighting, 100 power). For coverage, Primeape can learn Giga Impact (Normal), Hyper Beam (Normal), Overheat (Fire).
Training Primeape
Primeape has a moderate capture rate of 75 (29.4%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Primeape yields 2 Attack EVs. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Primeape belongs to the Ground egg group. Primeape is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Mankey → Primeape → Annihilape). Wild Primeape may be found holding Payapa Berry.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Primeape. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Primeape, or use the team builder to see how Primeape fits into your squad.
