Malamar (Pokémon)
Malamar
#687
Pokédex Data
| National No. | #687 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dark Psychic |
| Species | Overturning Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (5' 0.9") |
| Weight | 47 kg (103.6 lbs) |
| Abilities |
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| Color | Blue |
| Introduced in | Generation 6 |
| Shape | Blob |
Malamar Weakness
This shows the effectiveness of each type on Malamar. Malamar is the defender and each type is the attacker. The effectiveness is measured by the damage multiplier.
Key
| Key | Effect | Damage multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | No effect | 0% |
| ¼ (0.25) | Not very effective | 25% |
| ½ (0.5) | Not very effective | 50% |
| 1 | Normal | 100% |
| 2 | Very effective | 200% |
| 4 | Super effective | 400% |
Type effectiveness against Malamar
1× damage
Normal Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Fighting Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Flying Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Poison Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Ground Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Rock Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
4× damage
Bug Pokémon are super effective against against Malamar.
1× damage
Ghost Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Steel Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Fire Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Water Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Grass Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Electric Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
0× damage
Psychic Pokémon have no effect against Malamar.
1× damage
Ice Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Dragon Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
1× damage
Dark Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Malamar.
2× damage
Fairy Pokémon are very effective against against Malamar.
Pokédex Entries
Malamar was unavailable prior to Generation 6.
Generation 6
| X | It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants. |
|---|---|
| Y | It lures its prey close with hypnotic motions, then wraps its tentacles around it before finishing it off with digestive fluids. |
| Omega RubyAlpha Sapphire | It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants. |
Generation 7
| Sun | Malamar has no Pokédex entry. |
|---|---|
| Moon | Malamar has no Pokédex entry. |
| Ultra Sun | When it comes to strong hypnosis, there’s an endless number of people who utilize Malamar for their nefarious deeds. |
| Ultra Moon | It flashes the pattern on its torso to control its prey and draw them in. The edges of its fins are supremely sharp. |
| Let's Go PikachuLet's Go Eevee | Malamar has no Pokédex entry. |
Generation 8
| Sword | Gazing at its luminescent spots will quickly induce a hypnotic state, putting the observer under Malamar’s control. |
|---|---|
| Shield | It’s said that Malamar’s hypnotic powers played a role in certain history-changing events. |