While you are building your Pokemon team, you know that fire types are necessary to overcome many adversaries. In both the basic gameplay, as well as competitive, many trainers look for a strong fire type to balance their team.
There are some meta Pokemon that you will see in every competitive team, however, there are several different fire types that you could be using. This list is our opinion at the best fire type Pokemon, including a shout out to those fire-types that have special uses or qualities.
- Charizard
- Salazzle
- Arcanine
- Typhlosion
- Blaziken
- Entei
- Ninetales
- Moltres
- Charmander
- Flareon
- Charmeleon
- Cyndaquil
- Rapidash
- Vulpix
- Primal Groudon
- Quilava
- Growlithe
- Infernape
- Alolan Marowak
- Reshiram
- Magmar
- Victini
- Houndoom
- Houndour
- Ponyta
- Torchic
- Pyroar
- Heatran
- Talonflame
- Turtonator
- Centiskorch
- MegaCamerupt
- Colcarona
- Chandelure
- Ho Oh
Our List of The Best Fire Type Pokemon
1. Charizard
- Dex: #006
- Type: Fire, Flying
- Abilities: Blaze, Solar Power
- Species: Flame Pokemon
Everyone knows Charizard. This Gen 1 Pokemon was first introduced to us in the Manga, and then the anime. In the anime, it is a stubborn but powerful member of Ash’s team. In the game, it is a wrecking ball in even one-sided fights. While during regular gameplay, this Pokemon makes up a vital part of a team, it also has its uses in competitive battles. However, there are so many more fire-types that can excel further than Charizard.
2. Salazzle
- Dex: #758
- Type: Fire, Poison
- Abilities: Corrosion, Oblivious
- Species: Toxic Lizard Pokemon
This is by far one of the best combos in the game (Opinion, not fact). Poison/Fire absolutely owns the competition with debilitating attacks and strong stats. Poison’s major issue is overcoming steel type; with this Pokemon, you can just turn up the heat and melt right through them. Its decent move set allows it to defeat many Pokemon, type advantages aside. We still wouldn’t take it for a swim though.
According to FandomSpot.com, “It’s also an excellent sweeper with high Sp. Attack and solid Defense.”
3. Arcanine
- Dex: #059
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Intimidate, Flash Fire, Justified
- Species: Legendary Pokemon
Though the Pokedex refers to this fire type as a legendary, it isn’t officially one at all. Amazing speed, awesome special attack, and moves like Extreme Speed and Fire Blast make this powerhouse overcome the odds in many fights.
4. Typhlosion
- Dex: #157
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Flash Fire
- Species: Volcano Pokemon
This Gen 2 final evolution of Cyndiquil is almost as powerful as Charizard, and comes with a powerful learnset in-game. During gameplay, this Pokemon is an excellent fire-type to keep on your team. It is a monotype, only fire, and its major weaknesses are water and ground. So, play it smart and train it right. Rarely seen in competitive play.
5. Blaziken
- Dex: #257
- Type: Fire, Fighting
- Abilities: Blaze, Speed Boost
- Species: Blaze Pokemon
This fast kicking, fire breathing Pokemon is a great addition to Gen 3 games and up. It is used just as Much as Charizard in many competitive matches, as it is both fighting and fire. It covers a lot of types and comes with only a couple added weaknesses. The stats for Blaziken are outstanding, even though it is a starter Pokemon evolution.
6. Entei
- Dex: #244
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Pressure, Inner Focus
- Species: Volcano Pokemon
This is the legendary fire dog of myth and legend in the Johto Region. It has got its own Pokemon movie, and it has some decent stats. As far as legendary Pokemon go, this isn’t a bad choice. However, there are those who say you have better options for balance with other Pokemon, such as, Magmar or Arcanine.
7. Ninetales
- Dex: #038
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Flash Fire, Drought
- Species: Fox Pokemon
This generation 1 Pokemon is a majestic force to be reckoned with. It will burn its foes, and melt them down with its powerful fire attacks. It evolves from Vulpix using a fire stone, so if you are planning on raising one, make sure you study its learnset to evolve it at the right time. It can train up to have a decent special attack and is great for in gameplay. However, competitive play isn’t a place you will see many Ninetales.
8. Moltres
- Dex: #146
- Type: Fire, Flying
- Abilities: Pressure, Flame Body
- Species: Flame Pokemon
Legendary Moltres is a fire/flying-type Pokemon that is found originally in the first generation of Pokemon. It is seen in multiple movies and has powerful attacks in-game that can make it a useful Pokemon. You might see one or two in competitive play, but there are better options. The real reason this Pokemon makes the list is because of the nostalgia that is attached to it. The challenge of catching it, and raising it to level 100 and melting the elite four with it.
9. Charmander
- Dex: #004
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Solar Power
- Species: Lizard Pokemon
As far as starters go, Charmander is the most popular from the early games. Even in the later games, people tend to be pulled towards this cute little guy. However, no matter how cute it is, it isn’t a pushover. It evolves twice, and its final evolution is often seen in regular gameplay and competitive play. This is an obvious choice for a powerhouse of fire on any team.
10. Flareon
- Dex: #136
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Flash Fire, Guts
- Species: Flame Pokemon
Flareon is another Pokemon that showcases majestic aesthetics. It is a powerful Eeveelution, and you obtain it via Fire Stone. It comes with a decent learnset, and gives you the ability to conquer the in gameplay with ease. However, you won’t see many in competitive play. Its stats are average, but it is a fan favorite, as most Eeveelutions are.
11. Charmeleon
- Dex: #005
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Solar Power
- Species: Flame Pokemon
This is the second evolution of Charmander. Charmeleon, in the anime, came with a bad attitude and defiant nature. In the game, with proper training, it is a powerful contender. It evolves into Charizard at level 36. Most games you can find this Pokemon up for trade, for reasonable requests. You could really gain the edge in battle with a powerful attack from this fire lizard.
12. Cyndaquil
- Dex: #155
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Flash Fire
- Species: Fire Mouse Pokemon
This starter Pokemon isn’t only useful, but it is super adorable. It is one of the three options you get in generation 2 Pokemon games. It is a common choice, as the choices of fire-types in Silver and Gold are limited. In other games, you can really only obtain it through trades. In-game, it is a solid choice. You won’t see many of its fully evolved form in competitive play.
13. Rapidash
- Dex: #078
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Run Away, Flash Fire, Flame Body
- Species: Fire Horse Pokemon
Who doesn’t like horses covered in flames that can bounce high into the air to do massive damage to its foes? This quick horse evolves from Ponyta. In the anime, it is seen as one of the fastest ground Pokemon there are. In gameplay, it is a good choice to use for type advantage. Competitive play, its stats don’t exactly add up to be the strongest choice.
14. Vulpix
- Dex: #037
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Flash Fire, Drought
- Species: Fox Pokemon
Now for the cuteness that is Vulpix. It has several tails, and can let out a powerful flamethrower that will leave the competition burnt and broken. It evolves into Ninetales with a Fire Stone, and it is suggested that you study its learnset so you can pick the right time to evolve into Ninetails.
15. Primal Groudon
- Dex: #383
- Type: Fire, Ground
- Abilities: Desolate Land
- Species: Continent Pokemon
While Groudon is a great choice in battle, Primal Groudon is even better. This reversion of Groudon can cause magma to erupt, reforming land masses. It is commonly seen in competitive play, but in-game, it will absolutely dominate the competition. Even when you are at a disadvantage, Primal Groudon can withstand some assaults while dishing out massive attacks to weaken the foe.
16. Quilava
- Dex: #156
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Flash Fire
- Species: Volcano Pokemon
Evolving from Cyndiquil, Quilava is a single typed fire Pokemon. Making its debut in Generation 2, this is a decent Pokemon. It is evolved from a starter type, so naturally, it has stats that are above average. However, what makes this one of the best Pokemon in-game is the limited options in earlier Pokemon games when it comes to fire-types.
17. Growlithe
- Dex: #058
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Intimidate, Flash Fire, Justified
- Species: Puppy Pokemon
Making its debut as Officer Jenny’s faithful, crime-fighting companion. This generation 1 fire Pokemon isn’t a pup that you should underestimate. It can learn an onslaught of different moves, making it formidable before it even evolves. It does evolve into the pseudo legendary dog, Arcanine, using a Fire Stone. Throughout the series, choosing Growlithe is a smart move.
According to PokemonGoHub.net, “Growlithe is vulnerable to Ground, Rock and Water type moves. Growlithe is boosted by Sunny weather.”
18. Infernape
- Dex: #392
- Type: Fire, Fighting
- Abilities: Blaze, Iron Fist
- Species: Flame Pokemon
This Pokemon is known as the Flame Pokemon, and like many starter fire-types, it is a dual typing. This is a fire/fighting-type Pokemon that really packs a punch. It was introduced in Generation 4 of the Pokemon series. However, many have chosen not to use this powerful starter as the generation 3 starter turns into a fire/fighting-type as well. There was a lack of originality, but its stats speak for themselves.
19. Alolan Marowak
- Dex: #105
- Type: Fire, Ghost
- Abilities: Cursed Body, Lightning Rod, Rock Head
- Species: Bone Keeper Pokemon
Marowak is a Pokemon that comes with a sad background, and a poor foreshadowing as many Pokedex indicate that Cubone, the pre-evolved form of Marowak, uses its mother’s skull as a helmet. This indicates that Marowak dies for Cubone. However, The Alolan form of Marowak takes this Pokemon to a new level. It has powerful stats, and in-game, it can be a powerhouse in battle.
20. Reshiram
- Dex: #643
- Type: Fire, Dragon
- Abilities: Turboblaze
- Species: Vast White Pokemon
Like most legendaries, this Pokemon comes with high stats. 680 being the base stat total. What makes this legendary Pokemon so great isn’t just the fire-typing, it is the fact that it is paired with dragon to make a formidable competitor during in-game, and competitive play.
21. Magmar
- Dex: #126
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Flame Body, Vital Spirit
- Species: Spitfire Pokemon
While Magmortar is not on this list, it’s pre-evolution is. Magmar is an absolute powerhouse. Armed with a Fire Punch, it can burn through opponents left and right. In the anime, it was Blaine’s (Gym Leader of Fire Types) secret weapon. In Gen II, he was a staple on many teams with its amazing stats and learn-set.
22. Victini
- Dex: #494
- Type: Fire, Psychic
- Abilities: Victory Star
- Species: Victory Pokemon
This legendary Pokemon may have a base stat total of only 600, it can be trained up to be a super-powerful Pokemon. It is paired with the Psychic typing, giving it a large coverage area of strength. However, it truly shines through its learnset. It can learn a variety of moves, mostly useful in competitive and in-game play.
23. Houndoom
- Dex: #229
- Type: Fire, Dark
- Abilities: Early Bird, Flash Fire, Unnerve
- Species: Dark Pokemon
This Pokemon is a powerful choice for any in-game experience. You are able to get an incredible Pokemon, with excellent coverage, and an amazing learnset. It evolves from Houndour and can be seen in competitive and in-game play. This is a favored Pokemon among fans, as good Dark Pokemon in early generations aren’t easy to come by.
24. Houndour
- Dex: #228
- Type: Fire, Dark
- Abilities: Early Bird, Flash Fire, Unnerve
- Species: Dark Pokemon
As we stated before, Houndour evolves into Houndoom. One of the reasons why this Pokemon is such an excellent choice is because it is powerful even in its pre-evolved stage. Not to mention, it is cute as can be. This Pokemon was introduced in generation 2 but made rare appearances in the games till later generations.
25. Ponyta
- Dex: #077
- Type: Fire, Psychic
- Abilities: Run Away, Flash Fire, Flame Body
- Species: Fire Horse
Another generation 1 Pokemon, Ponyta is a flaming pony of pure awesomeness. While it was introduced in gen 1, it is a relevant Pokemon throughout other generations, and it is usually easy to obtain. It can learn powerful moves like Flamethrower, Stomp, and Bounce. However, it isn’t as formidable as other pre-evolved Pokemon. Once it Evolves into Rapidash, however, it makes for an excellent in-game companion.
26. Torchic
- Dex: #255
- Type: Fire
- Abilities: Blaze, Speed Boost
- Species: Chick Pokemon
Starter fire-types are always cute, cuddly, and powerful. They are generally easy to train and come packing some heat. Torchic is no exception to this. Torchic is a fire chick Pokemon that is a single type, fire. However, when it evolves, it becomes a wrecking ball as it adapts the fighting-type into its arsenal.
27. Pyroar
- Dex: #668
- Type: Fire, Normal
- Abilities: Rivalry, Unnerve, Moxie
- Species: Royal Pokemon
Pyroar comes in two different forms. It has the male form which is identified by the huge mane. The female form is sleeker. However, regardless of male or female, you get the same learnset and attributes. It is a strong Generation 6 Pokemon that shouldn’t be underestimated. It can really leave the opposing Pokemon heated in battle.
According to NintendoEnthusiast.com, “Pyroar is faster than both Rapidash and Arcanine and stronger than Talonflame. Play your cards right, and you can use that to your advantage.
28. Heatran
- Dex: #485
- Type: Fire, Steel
- Abilities: Flash Fire, Flame Body
- Species: Lava Dome Pokemon
This is a forgotten Pokemon, even unknown by many. However, being a Fire/Steel typing, it really shouldn’t be overlooked. In competitive play, it doesn’t always hold a flame to others. However, in casual play, this tank’s stats and typing give it a wide field of coverage and ability to take a hit.
29. Talonflame
- Dex: #663
- Type: Fire, Flying
- Abilities: Flame Body, Gale Wings
- Species: Scorching Pokemon
This bird is a flying/fire type combo. What makes it strong is its speed. In the anime, it looks like a pure beast as it stands feather to feather with legendary birds. Learning moves such as Flame Charge and Fire Blast, it can melt through the ice and singe down grass types with ease.
Many have speculated that this deadly Pokemon can even be stronger than a couple of the starter types who have taken the reigns as the best of all. It does have a type advantage over the many many fire/fighting types that exist.
30. Turtonator
- Dex: #776
- Type: Fire, Dragon
- Abilities: Shell Armor
- Species: Blast Turtle Pokemon
The only reason this fire/dragon type makes this list is that it is one of the few dragons that don’t quickly fall to Fairy typed Pokemon. The fire typing gives it an edge against the fairy type. Also, it just looks cool. Good for double battles as it is a brick house and can take heavy hits without being critted thanks to Shell Armor.
31. Centiskorch
- Dex: #851
- Type: Fire, Bug
- Abilities: Flash Fire, White Smoke, Flame Body
- Species: Radiator Pokemon
This unusual typing, Bug/Fire, actually leads to a strong Pokemon. Only needing to avoid three types of attacks, it has an amazing moveset and can be put on virtually any team and have relevance. You can also get the ability Flame Body, which is useful if you intend to do a lot of breeding.
32. Mega Camerupt
- Dex: #323
- Type: Fire, Ground
- Abilities: Magma Armor, Solid Rock, Anger Point
- Species: Eruption Pokemon
Based on pure stats, this is by far one of the best Pokemon you can obtain outside of starters and legendries. Being able to take a hit, as well as dish one out, this powerhouse is perfect for hard-hitting teams. Not a fan of including Mega evolutions but it had to be done.
33. Volcarona
- Dex: #637
- Type: Fire, Bug
- Abilities: Flame Body, Swarm
- Species: Sun Pokemon
Another fire/bug typing. With a couple of quiver dance, you can spectate pure destruction with this moth-like Pokemon. Only weak to a few attacks, it is easy to develop a strategy with this Pokemon on your team.
34. Chandelure
- Dex: #609
- Type: Fire, Ghost
- Abilities: Flash Fire, Flame Body, Infiltrator
- Species: Luring Pokemon
This Fire/Ghost-type Pokemon may have several weaknesses, but it makes up for its weaknesses with pure power. Avoiding rock, ground, ghost, water, and dark type attacks are recommended.
35. Ho Oh
- Dex: #250
- Type: Fire, Flying
- Abilities: Pressure, Regenerator
- Species: Rainbow Pokemon
Finally, what list of the best fire type Pokemon be complete without the generation 2 legendary bird Ho-Oh? This mystical bird is a great choice in fights, as it is very powerful with decent stats and learnset. However, what makes this great is the lore behind it. We will be doing a lore article that will go into detail about Ho-Oh’s lore and background.
According to TheGamer.com, “Ho-Oh has a glaring 4x weakness to rock, but if you can play around that, Ho-Oh can get the job done.”
Conclusion
While all of these Pokemon made this list out of pure opinion, they are undoubtedly strong in their fields. You can count on them, turning up the heat in any battle and showing the enemy who is boss.
What do you think? Who do you think is the best fire type Pokemon, and which ones didn’t make the list that you would have loved to see?
Check out our article on the Best Water Type Pokemon & Best Grass Type Pokemon too!
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