Fire type Pokémon have a reputation of being some of the strongest types in the Pokémon universe and that’s not far from truth. If you have a look at all the Pokémon mentioned in this list, you are going to discover that some of the strongest Pokémon are featured here!
It’s also worth noting that fire-type is one of the three starter types, and the trainers have to choose one of these three Pokémon when they begin their journey.
Most of the Fire Pokémon are pure fire-types. There are quite a few Pokémon who have multiple types and also a few who can switch to fire-type based on the items they are holding, but this list mostly features those who are considered strongest even among the fire-breathing monsters.
In attack, these Pokémon can devastate grass, ice, bug and steel-types; and although they are generally more susceptible to water, it all depends on the stats of the Pokémon you use. With its high defensive stats and strong offensive capabilities, fire-type Pokémon have remained one of the most popular Pokémon types of all time. And in this article, we are going to have a look at some of the best ones!
Best Fire Type Pokémon in 2022
21. Houndoom
Houndoom is a dual-type Fire/Dark Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation II and evolves from Houndour at level 24. It can also Mega-evolve using Houndoominite.
Houndoom is a dog-like Pokémon that has a ram’s horn and an arrow for a tail. Also, it has bones on its neck and back, and there are rings on its arms and legs. This dark Pokémon can conjure poison-fire and inflict wounds that never heal against enemies.
- Type: Dark/Fire
- Weakness: Fighting, Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: Psychic
- Resistance: Ghost, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark
20. Flareon
Flareon is one of the most well-known Fire-type Pokémon which is one of the many Eevee evolutions. It was introduced in Generation I.
It has orange fur on most parts of its body except its tail and neck. It also has thick yellow fur. Also, it has rabbit ears and eyes that are dark and large. The thick fur on its neck is there to cool its temperature. Flareon converts hot air to fire and uses it in attack against rivals.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
19. Chandelure
Chandelure is a dual-type Fire/Ghost Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation V and it evolves from Lampent when it comes in contact with a Dusk Stone. It is the final form of Litwick.
Chandelure looks like a chandelier and it appears to have blue candlesticks that are alight with blue flames. It has yellow eyes at the side of its head and on top of its head is a burning flame. This ghost-type Pokémon possesses fire within it that it uses in attacks against rivals. Unlike regular fire, Chandelure’s fire burns the spirit and not the physical body. To capture its opponent, it can use hypnosis too.
- Type: Ghost/Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Ghost, Water, Dark
- Immunity: Normal, Fighting
- Resistance: Poison, Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
18. Talonflame
Talonflame is a dual-type Fire/Flying Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation VI. It evolves from Fletchinder at level 35 and is the final form of Fletchling.
Talonflame is covered in red and grey feathers. The tips of its wings are black and its tail is yellow and black. It has very strong yellowish talons. It uses these powerful talons to trap and constrict its victims. This flying-type Pokémon is also extremely fast and will use its speed against enemies.
- Type: Fire/Flying
- Weakness: Rock, Water, Electric
- Immunity: Ground
- Resistance: Fighting, Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Fairy
17. Incineroar
Incineroar is a dual Dark/Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation VII. It evolves from Torracat at level 34 and is the final form of Litten.
Incineroar has awesome upper body strength, a muscular hand, and a muscular chest. It also has very sharp claws and a ring of fire around its waist. It has very strong teeth and a big tail that looks like a club. This fire-breathing Pokémon is reckless in attack and relies on others’ adulation when going into battle.
- Type: Fire/Dark
- Weakness: Fighting, Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: Psychic
- Resistance: Ghost, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark
16. Typhlosion
Typhlosion is one of the popular Fire type Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation II. It evolves from Quilava at level 36 and is the final form of Cyndaquil.
Typhlosion is a bear-like Pokémon that can breathe fire and has a very wide mouth. It has a short tail and can stand on its two feet instead of on all four. It produces fire when it’s time to battle, by rubbing its fur together. With that same fire, it can shield itself from the enemy’s attack. The heat from it is strong enough to wipe out anything close to it.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
15. Ninetales
Ninetales is one of the most popular Fire Pokémon that was introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Vulpix when it is exposed to a Fire Stone.
Ninetales looks like a dog covered in thick golden fur. Behind it, a flower-like tail is visible. It has red eyes and spiky hair, and orange streaks on its tail. It is very short-tempered and rains curse on its enemies during battle. It has magical powers in its tails and powerful eyes that can hypnotize its victims.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: Water
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
14. Magmortar
Magmortar is another Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation IV. It evolves from Magmar when its is traded while holding the Magmarizer. It is the final form of Magby.
Magmortar’s hair and shoulders are covered in red and yellow flames. Its hands also serve as cannons from where it releases fire. When fighting, this fire is deployed against its enemies and it is strong enough to eviscerate enemies in a single attack. Magmortar is useful for smelting and processing metals in factories and lives in volcanic craters.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
13. Cinderace
Cinderace is a Fire type Pokémon that first debuted in Generation VIII. It evolves from Raboot at level 35 and is the final form of Scorbunny. It also has a Gigantamax form!
Cinderace is a rabbit-like Pokémon that has large feet and bunny ears. Its fur is white, while its feet are blue and red and patterned in yellow dots. Its hair shoots upwards and looks like a flame. In attack, Cinderace can launch fire from the dots on its feet and also turn a stone into a burning ball. It also relies on its powerful feet when attacking its rivals. In its Gigantamax form, Cinderace has a Pyro Ball which it can deploy against enemies at incredible speeds.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
12. Arcanine
Arcanine is yet another popular Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Growlithe when exposed to Fire Stone.
Arcanine looks like a large cat with orange fur and black stripes. It has lots of grey hair on its face and tail. Its hair does not cover its eyes and ears, making it look like it is wearing an orange mask on its face. Arcanine is lightning fast and creates the illusion of flight whenever it runs. It is also incredibly scary with a ferocious bark.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
11. Infernape
Infernape is a dual-type Fire/Fighting Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation IV. It evolves from Monferno at level 36 and is the final form of Chimchar.
Infernape is a monkey-like Pokémon. It has a long tail and a head that burns all the time. It is primarily red with yellow circles around its body. Also, it is extremely fast and relies on this ability in battle. In attack, this fighting-type Pokémon uses both hands and feet to strike its enemies.
- Type: Fire/Fighting
- Weakness: Flying, Ground, Water, Psychic
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark
10. Blaziken
Blaziken is a dual-type Fighting/Fire Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation III. It evolves from Combusken at level 36 and it is the final form of Torchic. It can also Mega Evolve using Blazikenite!
Blaziken is a chicken-like Pokémon with red fur all over its body, except its leg which is covered in yellow fur. It has long hair and three claws on its hand. Its incredibly strong legs allow it to jump and kick at a very high speed. Its feet and wrist can produce fire when it kicks. In its Mega Form, his fire burns more intensely. Even the ground feels it. His kicks at this point are not to be matched.
- Type: Fire/Fighting
- Weakness: Flying, Ground, Water, Psychic
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Dark
9. Victini
Victini is a dual-type Fire/Psychic Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation V and this mythical Pokémon is not known to have any evolutions.
Victini looks adorable with its big blue eyes and two teeth that look like fangs. It has two tails that also serve as wings. Also, it has two ears that look like horns at the side of its face. Although Victini is shy, it’s always up for a fight. It also has a rare special ability to make itself invisible. Also, this psychic-type Pokémon can induce visions of the future in people and is almost always victorious in battle.
- Type: Psychic/Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Ghost, Water, Dark
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Fighting, Steel, Fire, Grass, Psychic, Ice, Fairy
8. Reshiram
Reshiram is a dual-type Dragon/Fire Pokémon that was introduced in Generation V. It is not known to evolve to or from any other Pokémon.
Reshiram is a white, dragon-like Pokémon with long white hair, blue eyes, and three claws on its feet. It also has three rings wrapped around its tail. When it opens its mouth, its fangs can be seen. When Reshiram gets angry, its tail turns to fire. Also, it has a jet-like engine which propels it at incredible speeds.
- Type: Dragon/Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Dragon
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Electric
7. Heatran
Heatran is a dual-type Fire/Steel Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation IV and it is not known to evolve.
Heatran is a brown Pokémon that is covered in grey dots with orange eyes that always look open. It lives at a very high temperature. Its blood boils in its body and is visible to onlookers. It has claws on its hands and feet that it uses to climb walls and cling to walls. This steel-type Pokémon is a guardian that uses the Magma stone as the source of its power.
- Type: Fire/Steel
- Weakness: Fighting, Ground, Water
- Immunity: Poison
- Resistance: Normal, Flying, Bug, Steel, Grass, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, Fairy
6. Volcanion
Volcanion is a dual-type Fire/Water Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation VI and it is not known to evolve to or from other Pokémon.
Volcanion is maroon, with three yellow claws on its arms and feet. It has a hunched back that’s tipped with a blade. Its arms and feet are extremely big. On its back, there is a dotted ring that extends to the other side. Inside the Volcanion, there is hot air which it can use to throw down a whole mountain. This water-type Pokémon derives its power from water and stores it for the purpose.
- Type: Fire/Water
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Electric
- Immunity: Water
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Ice, Fairy
5. Moltres
Moltres is a dual Flying/Fire type Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation I and does not evolve. It is one of the three Legendary Birds of Kanto!
Moltres is a yellow bird with a very long beak. Its wings are fiery and so is the hair on its head. Whenever it flaps its wings to fly, flames are released. When it is injured in battle, it uses the fire from a volcano to heal itself. Lost adventurers may also use its flames to find their way through the mountain.
- Type: Fire/Flying
- Weakness: Rock, Water, Electric
- Immunity: Ground
- Resistance: Fighting, Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Fairy
4. Charizard
Charizard is a dual-type Fire/Flying Pokémon that was introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Charmeleon at level 36 and is the final form of Charmander.
Charizard is an orange-colored draconic Pokémon. It has a big belly and blue wings. Also, it has a long tail and flames on its tip. It has tiny fingers and three claws on its feet. In Mega Charizard X form, it can bring out flames from its mouth that is hot enough to melt the largest rock. In the Mega Charizard Y form, it can fly very fast and can use its wings to burn its enemies. In addition to this, Charizard also has a Gigantamax form!
- Type: Fire/Flying
- Weakness: Rock, Water, Electric
- Immunity: Ground
- Resistance: Fighting, Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Fairy
3. Entei
Entei is a Fire-type Pokémon that was first introduced in Generation II. It does not evolve. It is one of the Legendary Beasts said to be resurrected by Ho-Oh!
Entei is a leonine Pokémon that has brown fur and red hair. It has a mustache that looks like a fork. On its paws, it has black circles and a smoky tail. It has the power to emit and wield the power of volcanic eruptions. It also struggles to contain its power and can race across grasslands at incredible speeds. Unsurprisingly, Entei will unleash fire and obliterate anything in its path.
- Type: Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Rock, Water
- Immunity: None
- Resistance: Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy
2. Primal Groudon
Primal Groudon is a dual-type Fire/Ground Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation III. It is not known to evolve. However, when exposed to Red Orb, Groudon can transform into Primal Groudon.
Groudon is a giant robot-like Pokémon. It is red and grey with stakes on its body. Its skin is very thick and almost impenetrable. Also, its tails are embedded with powerful blades. In its Primal Groudon state, its skin becomes deep crimson and its teeth become black. Its energy burns at such a high temperature that its body starts to glow. When it happens, it can incite a volcanic eruption from its body. This ground-type Pokémon is also powerful enough to cause drought.
- Type: Ground/Fire
- Weakness: Ground, Water
- Immunity: Electric
- Resistance: Poison, Bug, Steel, Fire, Fairy
1. Ho-Oh
Ho-Oh is a dual-type Fire/Flying Pokémon which was introduced in Generation II. It does not evolve. However it is considered as the Trio Master of the Legendary Beasts!
Ho-Oh is a legendary Pokémon whose tail and wings are colorful. When it flies, it leaves streaks of colors behind it. It has a yellow beak and yellow crown, with red eyes. It has the supreme power to raise the dead and grant happiness to anyone that sees it. Ho-Oh is known to perch on towers around Johto in ancient times and is on a quest to find a trainer with a pure heart.
- Type: Fire/Flying
- Weakness: Rock, Water, Electric
- Immunity: Ground
- Resistance: Fighting, Bug, Steel, Fire, Grass, Fairy
Conclusion
These were some of the strongest Fire Pokémon that you should know about. I am sure you were able to discover some new Pokémon after going through the list and even felt satisfied finding your favorite ones featured here. But in case you favorite Pokémon isn’t mentioned, use the comments section below to let me know about it!
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