What is Flash Fire in Pokémon?

Incoming fire.
Image via The Pokémon Company

The Pokémon series has evolved a lot over the years, with each mainline title adding and removing features. One feature that has remained over the years is abilities. These give Pokémon unique traits that have uses inside and outside of battle. One ability you may be wondering about is Flash Fire, and what it does in Pokémon.

Recommended Videos

What does Flash Fire do in Pokémon?

Flash Fire is an ability that primarily Fire-type Pokémon have. When a Pokémon with Flash Fire is hit by a Fire-type attack, the power of their Fire-type moves will be increased by 50 percent. The Pokémon also does not take any damage from the initial attack that triggered Flash Fire.

Related: What are the pre-order bonuses for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

This ability cannot be activated by subsequent Fire-type attacks but remains active as long as the Pokémon stays in battle. A good tactic for Pokémon with Flash Fire is to switch that Pokémon in when you know your opponent will be using a Fire-type attack.

All Pokémon with the Flash Fire ability

Many Pokémon have the Flash Fire ability, though most are Fire-type. Some Pokémon gain Flash Fire as their hidden ability, which we have noted in our list below. Notably, the new Pokémon, Armarouge and Ceruledge, both have the Flash Fire ability in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Here are all Pokémon with Flash Fire as an ability:

  • Vulpix
  • Ninetales
  • Growlithe
  • Hisuian Growlithe
  • Arcanine
  • Hisuian Arcanine
  • Ponyta
  • Rapidash
  • Flareon
  • Houndour
  • Houndoom
  • Heatran
  • Litwick
  • Lampent
  • Chandelure
  • Heatmor
  • Sizzlipede
  • Centiskorch
  • Armarouge
  • Ceruledge
  • Cyndaquil (Hidden Ability)
  • Quilava (Hidden Ability)
  • Typhlosion (Hidden Ability)
  • Hisuian Typhlosion (Hidden Ability)
  • Rolycoly (Hidden Ability)
  • Carkol (Hidden Ability)
  • Coalossal (Hidden Ability)

For more information on Pokémon, check out What are Starfall Street, Path of Legends, and Victory Road in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? and Who are the Professors in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? on Pro Game Guides.


Pro Game Guides is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article Blox Fruits Value List – Roblox (March 2024)
Read Article All Anomalies in Pacific Drive and How to deal with them
Read Article All Pirate Jetsam Locations (Map) in FF7 Rebirth
FF7 Rebirth Pirate's Jetseam
Read Article Monster Never Cry Invitation Codes (March 2024) – Free Referral Rewards
Read Article A Dusty Trip Survival Guide – How to Keep Driving
Related Content
Read Article Blox Fruits Value List – Roblox (March 2024)
Read Article All Anomalies in Pacific Drive and How to deal with them
Read Article All Pirate Jetsam Locations (Map) in FF7 Rebirth
FF7 Rebirth Pirate's Jetseam
Read Article Monster Never Cry Invitation Codes (March 2024) – Free Referral Rewards
Read Article A Dusty Trip Survival Guide – How to Keep Driving
Author
Justin Joy
Justin has been diving into fantasy worlds since he can remember. He is a certified nerd who has a deep love of reading, writing, and hiking. He has been writing since his college days, but specifically in gaming for two years. His favorite games are The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Banjo Kazooie.

Write A Comment

What is Flash Fire in Pokémon?

Comments are on moderation and will be approved in a timely manner. Please read the following rules before commenting:

  • All comments must be on topic and add something of substance to the post
  • No swearing or inappropriate words
  • No asking or begging for anything free
  • Do not attempt to start a poll in the comments
  • Comments in all CAPS will be removed
  • We reserve the right to remove a comment for any reason
  • Do not impersonate a staff member or influencer

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.