The Essentials on Torkoal
- Type
- Fire
- Weaknesses
- ×2 Water, Ground, Rock Table
- Resistances
- ×½ Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy
- Evolution
- Torkoal does not evolve and has no pre-evolution.
- Shiny
Alternate, rare colors: in the main games since X and Y, an encounter has a 1 in 4,096 chance of being Shiny, excluding hunting bonuses. Available as a Shiny in Pokémon GO. View- Stats
- Total 470 · top stat: Defense (140) Detail
- In Current Games
- Scarlet and Violet: No. 150 in the Paldea Pokédex, No. 86 in the Blueberry Pokédex
- Pokémon Champions: playable
- Pokémon GO: available, Shiny
- Other Names
- Chartor in French · コータス, Cotoise in Japanese · Qurtel in German All Languages
Overview
Torkoal is a Fire-type Pokémon, No. 324 in the National Pokédex. Original generation: Generation 3. Category: Coal Pokémon. Height: 0.5 m, weight: 80.4 kg.
Abilities: White Smoke and Drought. Hidden Ability: Shell Armor. Torkoal is weak to Water, Ground and Rock-type moves (×2 damage).
Generation
Generation 3
Ruby / Sapphire
National No.
#324
National Pokédex
Category
Coal Pokémon
Status
Standard
Base Stats
The total determines a Pokémon's overall power.
HP
70
255
Attack
85
255
Defense
140
255
Special Attack
85
255
Special Defense
70
255
Speed
20
255
Total
470
Min HP (Lv. 100)
250
0 IV, 0 EV, neutral nature
Max HP (Lv. 100)
344
31 IV, 252 EV, beneficial nature
Gen Changes
Stable
Unchanged recently
Type Effectiveness
Multipliers received depending on the type of the opposing move (Fire). See the type chart
Weak (×2) — 3 types
Water
×2
Ground
×2
Rock
×2
Normal (×1) — 9 types
Normal
×1
Electric
×1
Fighting
×1
Poison
×1
Flying
×1
Psychic
×1
Ghost
×1
Dragon
×1
Dark
×1
Resistant (×0.5) — 6 types
Fire
×½
Grass
×½
Ice
×½
Bug
×½
Steel
×½
Fairy
×½
Abilities
Ability 1
The Pokémon is protected by its white smoke, which prevents other Pokémon from lowering its stats.
Ability 2
Turns the sunlight harsh when the Pokémon enters a battle.
A hard shell protects the Pokémon from critical hits.
Torkoal Evolution
This Pokémon does not evolve and does not come from any evolution.
Torkoal Forms and Shiny
Standard Form
Fire
Shiny Availability
Shiny form available
Base rate (Gen VI+): 1/4096.
With Shiny Charm: 1/1365.
Masuda Method: 1/683.
Torkoal Moves
Moves this Pokémon can learn, by method.
Lv.
Move
Type · Cat.
Accuracy
Pow.
PP
1
Ember
Fire
Spec.
100%
40
25
1
Smog
Poison
Spec.
70%
30
20
4
Withdraw
Water
Stat
—
—
40
8
Rapid Spin
Normal
Phys.
100%
50
40
12
Smokescreen
Normal
Stat
100%
—
20
13
Fire Spin
Fire
Spec.
85%
35
15
16
Clear Smog
Poison
Spec.
—
50
15
20
Flame Wheel
Fire
Phys.
100%
60
25
24
Protect
Normal
Stat
—
—
10
28
Lava Plume
Fire
Spec.
100%
80
15
32
Body Slam
Normal
Phys.
100%
85
15
36
Iron Defense
Steel
Stat
—
—
15
40
Flamethrower
Fire
Spec.
100%
90
15
42
Flail
Normal
Phys.
100%
—
15
44
Curse
Ghost
Stat
—
—
10
48
Heat Wave
Fire
Spec.
90%
95
10
52
Amnesia
Psychic
Stat
—
—
20
56
Inferno
Fire
Spec.
50%
100
5
60
Shell Smash
Normal
Stat
—
—
15
64
Eruption
Fire
Spec.
100%
150
5
Advanced Breeding
Egg Groups
Field
Gender
♂ 50.0 / ♀ 50.0%
Ditto Compatibility
✓ Yes
Pokérus
Susceptible
EV ×2 if infected
Max Characteristic
Defense
Highest base stat
Hyper Training & Mints
Available from level 50. Cost: 1 Gold Bottle Cap per IV set to 31 or 3 Silver Bottle Caps per IV. Mints let you change the effect of a Nature without changing the base Nature.
Where to Find Torkoal
Available in 16 games, 53 recorded encounters. Click a game to see the details.
Natively obtainable:
Emerald
Ruby
Sapphire
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
X
Y
Moon
Sun
Ultra Moon
Ultra Sun
Shield
Sword
Scarlet
Violet
Generation III
Emerald 5 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(5)
Fiery Path
Lv. 14 4%
Fiery Path
Lv. 15 10%
Fiery Path
Lv. 16 4%
Magma Hideout
Lv. 28 20%
Magma Hideout
Lv. 30 10%
Ruby 3 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(3)
Fiery Path
Lv. 14 4%
Fiery Path
Lv. 15 10%
Fiery Path
Lv. 16 4%
Sapphire 3 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(3)
Fiery Path
Lv. 14 4%
Fiery Path
Lv. 15 10%
Fiery Path
Lv. 16 4%
Generation IV
Diamond 8 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(8)
Stark Mountain
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Pearl 8 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(8)
Stark Mountain
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 24 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 55 10%
Poké Radar required
Platinum 8 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(8)
Route 227
Lv. 51 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 51 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 52 10%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 52 1%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 52 10%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 52 1%
Poké Radar required
Route 227
Lv. 53 10%
Poké Radar required
Stark Mountain
Lv. 53 10%
Poké Radar required
Generation VI
X 3 encounters
Available
▼
Red flowers
(1)
Route 18
Lv. 46 10%
Tall grass
(2)
Route 18
Lv. 44 10%
Route 18
Lv. 45 10%
Y 3 encounters
Available
▼
Red flowers
(1)
Route 18
Lv. 46 10%
Tall grass
(2)
Route 18
Lv. 44 10%
Route 18
Lv. 45 10%
Generation VII
Moon 2 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(2)
Route 12
Lv. 26-29 20%
Blush Mountain
Lv. 26-29 20%
Sun 2 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(2)
Route 12
Lv. 26-29 20%
Blush Mountain
Lv. 26-29 20%
Ultra Moon 2 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(2)
Route 12
Lv. 29-32 20%
Blush Mountain
Lv. 29-32 20%
Ultra Sun 2 encounters
Available
▼
Tall grass
(2)
Route 12
Lv. 29-32 20%
Blush Mountain
Lv. 29-32 10%
Generation VIII
Shield 1 encounter
Available
▼
Wild Area
(1)
Wild Area / Galar
Sword 1 encounter
Available
▼
Wild Area
(1)
Wild Area / Galar
Generation IX
Scarlet 1 encounter
Available
▼
Picnic
(1)
Paldea
Violet 1 encounter
Available
▼
Picnic
(1)
Paldea
Transfer to Pokémon HOME
How to bring this Pokémon to HOME depending on the game of origin.
Ruby
→
Diamond
Pal Park
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Sapphire
→
Diamond
Pal Park
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Emerald
→
Diamond
Pal Park
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Diamond
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Pearl
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Platinum
→
Black
Poké Transporter
→
Pokémon Bank
To Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
X
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Y
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Sun
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Moon
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Ultra Sun
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Ultra Moon
→
Pokémon Bank
Pokémon Bank
→
Pokémon HOME
Bank → HOME
Sword
→
Pokémon HOME
HOME (direct)
Shield
→
Pokémon HOME
HOME (direct)
Scarlet
→
Pokémon HOME
HOME (direct)
Violet
→
Pokémon HOME
HOME (direct)
Note:
Some transfers are irreversible (Bank → HOME). Check the legality of moves in the target game — HOME may replace an illegal move with a basic move.
Competitive & Meta
In Our Tier Lists
Torkoal in Pokémon GO
- 2,093Max CP (Lv. 40)
- 1,196Perfect CP in Raids
- 3 kmper Candy as Buddy
Pokédex Entries
Description by game, with language selection.
Ultra Sun
“You can tell how it’s feeling by the smoke spouting from its shell. Tremendous velocity is a sign of good health.”
Ruby
“TORKOAL digs through mountains in search of coal. If it finds some, it fills hollow spaces on its shell with the coal and burns it. If it is attacked, this POKéMON spouts thick black smoke to beat a retreat.”
Sapphire
“TORKOAL generates energy by burning coal. It grows weaker as the fire dies down. When it is preparing for battle, this POKéMON burns more coal.”
Emerald
“It battles using energy it gets from burning coal. When loosing smoke from its nostrils, it lets off a sound that is similar to a locomotive’s horn.”
FireRed
“It burns coal inside its shell. If it is attacked, it belches thick, black smoke and flees.”
LeafGreen
“It burns coal inside its shell. If it is attacked, it belches thick, black smoke and flees.”
Diamond
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
Pearl
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
Platinum
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
HeartGold
“You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.”
SoulSilver
“You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.”
Black
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
White
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
Black 2
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
White 2
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
X
“You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.”
Y
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
Omega Ruby
“Torkoal digs through mountains in search of coal. If it finds some, it fills hollow spaces on its shell with the coal and burns it. If it is attacked, this Pokémon spouts thick black smoke to beat a retreat.”
Alpha Sapphire
“Torkoal generates energy by burning coal. It grows weaker as the fire dies down. When it is preparing for battle, this Pokémon burns more coal.”
Sun
“Coal is the source of Torkoal’s energy. Large amounts of coal can be found in the mountains where they live.”
Moon
“If the fire burning within its shell goes out, it will die. Those who wish to raise one in their home must always keep something flammable at hand.”
Ultra Moon
“It burns coal to produce energy. When it has burned through all of its coal, it becomes unable to move.”
Sword
“It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”
Shield
“You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.”
Multilingual Names
🇫🇷 Français
Chartor
🇬🇧 English
Torkoal
🇯🇵 漢字
コータス
🇯🇵 Kana
コータス
🇯🇵 Romaji
Cotoise
🇩🇪 Deutsch
Qurtel
🇪🇸 Español
Torkoal
🇮🇹 Italiano
Torkoal
🇰🇷 한국어
코터스
🇨🇳 ZH-Hans
煤炭龟
🇹🇼 ZH-Hant
煤炭龜
Category (Genus)
🇫🇷 FR
Pokémon Charbon
🇬🇧 EN
Coal Pokémon
🇯🇵 JP
せきたんポケモン
🇩🇪 DE
Kohle-Pokémon
Media & Gallery
Audio Cries
Frequently asked questions about Torkoal
What type is Torkoal?
Torkoal is a Fire-type Pokémon.
What are Torkoal's weaknesses?
Torkoal is weak to Water, Ground and Rock-type moves (×2 damage).
What is Torkoal's Hidden Ability?
Torkoal's Hidden Ability is Shell Armor. Its regular Abilities are White Smoke and Drought.
Is Torkoal available in Pokémon Champions?
Yes, Torkoal is playable in Pokémon Champions. In our Champions · Doubles tier list, Torkoal is ranked tier B (No. 35).
Can you get a Shiny Torkoal in Pokémon GO?
Yes, Shiny Torkoal is available in Pokémon GO. Its Pokémon GO entry
