Best Fire Type Pokemon in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Fire type Pokemon have the most popular starters and the most fantastic styles. Fans have gravitated towards the fiery glow of Fire type Pokemon ever since Pokemon Red and Green hit the Game Boy. Fire type Pokemon represent a cool design and explosive power surrounded by profound lore. The Paldea region is filled with all sorts of Fire type Pokemon having unique ecologies and habitats. Here are the best 10 Fire type Pokemon that you can use to blaze your opponents.

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10. Flareon

A popular eveelution that was part of the original three introduced in Pokemon Red and Green. Flareon is a majestic Pokemon covered in Orangish red fur. Like a lion’s mane, it has long black ears and fluffy yellow fur around its neck. It has a fluffy yellow tail and a small lock of hair on its forehead. The smooth hair on its body releases heat so that its body doesn’t get too hot. It has a flame chamber inside its body that can reach high temperatures. It has excellent attacking and defensive stats but loses points because of its speed. With the right moves and speedy attacks, Falreon can be an excellent fire type attacker on your team.

9. Armarouge

One of the most astounding Pokemon introduced in the new generation, Armarouge is a warrior Pokemon. Armarouge’s armour was said to belong to a warrior that allowed it to control its inner fire. Armarouge is a defensive attacker that boasts strong willpower and loyalty; It is believed that these warrior senses give it the Psychic abilities it possesses. Armarouge has strong STAB moves and is the only Pokemon capable of learning Armor Cannon. It has excellent attacking and defensive stats with good speed, especially with Psychic terrain, which is its strong suit. Armarouge can One Hit KO the strong Pokemon on the opponent’s team.

8. Ceruledge

Armarouge’s counterpart and a fan favourite, Ceruledge, is a ruthless attacker whose only goal is to win. It is dangerous in close quarters, and the blades protruding from its hands can turn into great swords during battle. It is the only Pokemon capable of learning Bitter Blade. The blades it uses upon cutting its opponents drain its life energy, strengthening Ceruldges blade. Ceruledge is a strong attacker and works great as an offence on any team. Its attack offers variety and strength and ensures its longevity in the fight. While it may be difficult to evolve Armarouge and Ceruledge, they are well worth it.

7. Arcanine

A fan-favourite Pokemon ever since it was introduced in the First Generation. Many fans still consider this fierce, dignified and loyal Pokemon a pseudo-legendary. It was worshipped by people in ancient times since it descended from one of the Pokemon that received a blessing from Arecus. It runs at high speeds, and its power source is a wild flame blazing inside its body. Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but prostrate before it. It’s a great Pokemon for offensive play and benefits by being a bulky speedy tank which is saying something. Aracnine can easily 2 Hit KO, most Pokemon, especially with its powerful STAB moves, making it a great addition to any team.

6. Skeleridge

Fire type starters have always been popular; This time, the Fire type Pokemon is the coolest of the three. Skeleridge is an enormous crocodile covered in scales with a small fiery bird resting atop its head. This bird is the egg Crocalor had on its head when it gained a soul, giving it its Ghost Typing. Looks can be deceiving; As fearsome as it looks, Skeleridge is a gentle Pokemon. Still, if agitated, it can unleash harsh flames that can burn its foes to a crisp. It is the only Pokemon capable of learning Torch songs. It’s a great defensive Pokemon with incredible bulk that can deal damage to most foes. It can quickly become your defensive wall that can cause status ailments and balance your team.

5. Volcarona

A large moth-like Pokemon that looks harmless but packs a strong punch, Volcarona is a Bug Fire type Pokemon giving it a unique typing advantage. Its beautiful burning scales can engulf battlefields in flames. The ancient people feared it as the rage of the sun; Volcarona is referred to as the embodiment of the sun. It is one of the deadliest attackers, especially with a Quiver Dance; Volcarona is fatal if it starts attacking. Still, it is susceptible to environmental hazards like Stealth Rock, which must be removed. Otherwise, it’s a great Pokemon to keep on your team, especially if you give it the item Heavy Duty Boots.

4. Chi Yu

A legendary Pokemon of the Paldea region, Chi Yu is a Treasure of Ruin whose proper form is the beads which became its eyes. The beads are considered a treasure that was given form because of the envy of those who desired them enough to start wars over them. Chi Yu’s body is constructed through the fire it controls, whose flames can burn up to 3000 C. While not very bulky, it can stay in battle with its ability, Beads of Ruin, which boosts its defence. Its attacks hit especially hard and can One Hit KO most opponents.

3. Charizard

The most popular starter and one the most popular Pokemon ever, Charizard is a fan favourite adored by people worldwide. This Draconic Pokemon flies in search of powerful opponents and has a fiery breath that can melt boulders. Charizard is a great all-around Pokemon that can function in any role because of its solid stats and excellent coverage. There isn’t much that Charizard can’t do. Still, the only way to obtain a Charizard is by participating in a raid or trading it. Still, it’s well worth the wait and always looks good on any team.

2. Typhlosion

Typhlosion is a bulky agile Pokemon that can create explosions by rubbing its fur together. It can also develop heat shimmers to hide; When its rage peaks, anything it touches is in flames. It’s a speedy attacker with excellent stats and good coverage, especially if it learns thunder punch. Typhoon has a Hisiuan form which is a Ghost Fire type, and Johto Typhlosion can Terraform into a Ghost type giving it a powerful advantage. Like Charizard, Typhlosion is only available through Tera Raids and Trading.

1. Iron Moth

Iron Moth is a Paradox Pokemon that is so strong that it can almost One Hit KO any opponent. Its appearance seems based on Volcarona; It used to follow people around and attack them. If it holds the item Booster Energy, it will always go first. It has impressive stats, good coverage and a decisive moveset creating a powerhouse. Iron Moth can Tera Form into a Fairy type, giving it good resistance. Due to its immense strength and power, Iron Moth was banned from competition. Having a Pokemon like that on your team will always result in victory. The only catch is that you can only obtain it after you’ve beaten the game’s main storyline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are There Any Contradictory Typings with Fire Type Pokemon?

Fire type is one of the most used types, and it has combinations with almost all other types. Scovillain is the best example being a Grass Fire type Pokemon. It is a ferocious Pokemon that barely missed out on making the list. Another example would be the Fire Water type Mythical Pokemon Volcanion.

Do I Need to Have a Fire Type in My Team?

No, it is a matter of preference; Many players enjoy having a Fire type Pokemon on their team because of its coolness or abilities. Competitive teams are usually balanced with multiple typings used for any advantage they can gain during the match. While Fire type moves are helpful for many Pokemon Battles, having Fire type Pokemon is unnecessary. 

Do Fire Type Pokemon Have a Lot of Weaknesses?

In isolation, Fire type is weak against Rock, Water and Ground, which might lead to an early defeat. Still, most Fire type Pokemon don’t have that one typing in isolation. Most Fire type Pokemon have dual typing, which shapes their resistances and capabilities differently. Skeleridge is weak against Water, Ghost, Ground, Dark, and Rock  type moves. Still, the weakness against them has been changed from 4x to 2x, respectively.