darmanitan-standard

Darmanitan Standard is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Fire

Abilities:

• Sheer Force: Increases the power of moves that have additional effects by 30% but removes those additional effects.
• Zen Mode (Hidden Ability): Transforms Darmanitan into its Zen Mode when its HP drops below half, changing its type and stats.

Physical Characteristics:

• Darmanitan is a large, ape-like Pokémon with a predominantly red body.
• It has a large, white muzzle and a wide mouth that often shows a toothy grin.
• Features large, bushy eyebrows that resemble flames.
• Its eyes are round with small black pupils, giving it a fierce appearance.
• It has thick, robust arms and smaller legs which aid in its powerful, agile movements.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Primarily inhabits desert regions, reflecting its affinity for warm climates.
• Known for its fiery temperament and high energy, it is often seen being very active.
• In the wild, Darmanitan is typically found in groups or prides, similar to lions.
• It can enter a trance-like state known as Zen Mode when threatened, changing its behavior and abilities.

In Battle:

• Darmanitan is a physically imposing attacker with high Attack and Speed stats.
• Best utilized for its powerful physical moves like Flare Blitz and Earthquake.
• Its Sheer Force ability enhances moves like Rock Slide, making it a formidable opponent.
• Effective against Bug, Steel, Grass, and Ice types due to its Fire typing.
• Vulnerable to Water, Rock, and Ground-type moves.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Darumaka starting at level 35.

Interesting Facts:

• Darmanitan's design is inspired by the Daruma doll, a talisman of persistence and good luck in Japan.
• The change to Zen Mode is a reference to the spiritual enlightenment associated with the Daruma doll.
• Despite its fierce appearance, it has a playful side and often engages in playful activities with its group.
• A unique feature of its Zen Mode is the type change from pure Fire to Fire/Psychic, which alters its strategy in battle.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: Its internal fire burns at 2,500° F, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch.
• White: When weakened in battle, it transforms into a stone statue. Then it sharpens its mind and fights on mentally.
• Black-2: When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
• White-2: When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
• X: When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
• Y: Its internal fire burns at 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch.
• Omega-Ruby: When one is injured in a fierce battle, it hardens into a stone-like form. Then it meditates and sharpens its mind.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Its internal fire burns at 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch.
• Sword: The thick arms of this hot-blooded Pokémon can deliver punches capable of obliterating a dump truck.
• Shield: This Pokémon’s power level rises along with the temperature of its fire, which can reach 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit.

555 National

61 Original-Unova

103 Updated-Unova

143 Conquest-Gallery

368 Galar

104 Crown-Tundra