Forest of Focus
100%- Method
- Special overworld spawn in a fixed location.
- Level Range
- Lv. 15
- Conditions
- During intense sun, Before entering the Hall of Fame
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#636
POKÉDEX No. #636
Larvesta
Torch Pokémon
This Pokémon was believed to have been born from the sun. When it evolves, its entire body is engulfed in flames.
Weak to
Rock×4
Flying
Water
Height1.1 m
Weight28.8 kg
AbilitiesFlame Body
Varieties1
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP55220–314
- Attack85157–295
- Defense55103–229
- Sp. Atk5094–218
- Sp. Def55103–229
- Speed60112–240
Total360
/ 720
BST360
27 percentile (1025)-61 vs Gen 5 avg (421)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 5
Habitat
Unknown
Color
White
Shape
Armor
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #636 |
| Conquest Gallery | #173 |
| Isle Of Armor | #186 |
| Original Unova | #142 |
| Paldea | #274 |
| Updated Akala | #104 |
| Updated Alola | #203 |
| Updated Unova | #171 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
72
EV Yield
+1 Attack
Growth Curve
Slow
(5x³) / (4)Exp at Lv. 50
156,250
Exp at Lv. 100
1,250,000
Wild Held Items
No wild held item data available.
Evolution Chain
→
Level 59
#637
Volcarona
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Weaknesses
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle Strategy
Grass
Psychic
DarkBug
Steel
Ice
Offensive Coverage
Larvesta's Bug / Fire typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against grass, psychic, dark, bug, steel, ice types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
Brave
+Attack−Speed
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 360, Larvesta plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is Attack at 85, while Special Attack (50) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Bug, Fire typing leaves Larvesta with 3 weaknesses against 6 resistances. Watch out for Rock moves in particular — they land for 4× damage. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 6 types for super-effective damage.
A low catch rate of 45 makes Larvesta a genuinely tough catch; bring strong balls and status moves. It levels on the Slow experience curve. Defeating it grants Attack +1 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Reference Data
Names in Other Languages
Sprite Gallery
Pokédex Data
Height
1.1 m
Weight
28.8 kg
TypeBugFire
Abilities
Has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact.
Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Bug
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
10,200
Hatch Counter: 40
⚪
Capture Rate
45
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
70
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Slow
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Larvesta?
Larvesta is a dual-type Bug, Fire Pokémon.
What are Larvesta's weaknesses?
Larvesta takes 4× damage from Rock type moves and takes 2× damage from Flying, Water type moves.
How does Larvesta evolve?
Larvesta evolves into Volcarona at level 59. Full evolution line: Larvesta → Volcarona.
What are Larvesta's base stats?
Larvesta has a base stat total of 360: HP 55, Attack 85, Defense 55, Sp. Atk 50, Sp. Def 55, Speed 60. Its highest stat is Attack (85).
