TL;DR. Malamar is a dark/psychic-type Pokémon from Generation VI. Base Stat Total: 482. It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.
It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.
Stat spread.
Total of 482. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Malamar in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Malamar reaches 2,359 CP at level 40 and 2,698 CP as a best buddy.
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Shiny release
The first Shiny in the Inkay family appeared on September 3, 2022.
- Inkay
- Dynamax
- Malamar by encounter; Mega Malamar
- Shadow
Recent raid runs
Last in raids: Sep 23 to Sep 30, 2026, Mega (Mega Malamar).
| Dates | Raid | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 23 to Sep 30, 2026 | MegaMega Malamar | Regular rotation |
| Sep 5, 2026 | MegaMega Malamar | Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Mega Finale |
| Aug 31, 2026 | MegaMega Malamar | Mega Ascension |
| Mar 1, 2026 | Super MegaMega Malamar | Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos - Global |
Malamar in competitive play.
Malamar is a Generation 9 PU-tier pick in Smogon singles. In Pokémon GO it ranks #43 in the Great League.
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Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.
Common questions about Malamar.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Malamar, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Malamar?
Malamar is a Dark/Psychic-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.
What is Malamar weak to?
Malamar takes 4× damage from Bug. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Fairy.
What is Malamar resistant to?
Malamar is immune to Psychic. It also resists no other types.
How does Malamar evolve?
Malamar evolves from Inkay (Level up while console is upside down). Malamar evolves into Mega Malamar (Mega Evolve with Malamarite (battle-only)).
What generation is Malamar from?
Malamar was introduced in Generation VI (the Kalos region). Its Pokédex number is #0687.
What are Malamar's base stats?
Malamar has HP 86, Attack 92, Defense 88, Special Attack 68, Special Defense 75, and Speed 73. Total base stat total: 482.
What are Malamar's abilities?
Malamar can have the abilities Contrary, Suction Cups, plus the Hidden Ability Infiltrator.
Is Malamar legendary or mythical?
No. Malamar is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Malamar's best stat?
Malamar's highest base stat is Attack at 92, which ranks 55th of 169 Dark-type Pokémon.
Is Malamar good?
Malamar has a base stat total of 482, the 401st-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 86th among Dark-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
This Pokémon has forms.
Through the generations.
Malamar as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Malamar is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Malamar vs. the average Dark-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 169 Dark-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Malamar | Dark avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 86 | 75 | +11 |
| Attack | 92 | 78 | +14 |
| Defense | 88 | 72 | +16 |
| Special Attack | 68 | 82 | -14 |
| Special Defense | 75 | 78 | -3 |
| Speed | 73 | 74 | -1 |
| Total | 482 | 459 | +23 |
Malamar appears in 12 games.
Every mainline release where Malamar is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2017 Ultra Moon
- 2017 Ultra Sun
- 2019 Shield
- 2019 Sword
- 2020 Isle of Armor DLC
- 2023 Indigo Disk DLC
- 2025 Legends: Z-A
- 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get Malamar.
Every main-series game Malamar is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.
Generation IXObtainable
- Scarlet · VioletObtainable
- Trade(Version 3.0.0+)
- RaidTera Raid Battles (5★, 6★) (The Indigo Disk)
- Legends: Z-AObtainable
- WildCentrico Plaza: Wild Zone 20
- WildHyperspace Lumiose (4★ Dark-type & Psychic-type wild zones) (Mega Dimension)
Generation VIIIObtainableNot in the game
- Sword · ShieldObtainable
- RaidWatchtower Ruins, West Lake Axewell, Motostoke Riverbank, Stony Wilderness, Giant's Mirror, Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle)
- WildFields of Honor, Soothing Wetlands, Loop Lagoon, Training Lowlands (Wanderer) (The Isle of Armor)
- RaidMax Lair (Dynamax Adventure) (The Crown Tundra)
- Brilliant Diamond · Shining Pearl · Legends: ArceusNot in the game
Generation VIIObtainableTradeNot in the game
- Sun · MoonTrade
- Ultra Sun · Ultra MoonObtainable
- EvolveInkay (Level up while console is upside down)
- Let's Go, Pikachu! · Let's Go, Eevee!Not in the game
Generation VIObtainableTrade
- X · YObtainable
- EvolveInkay (Level up while console is upside down)
- Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireTrade
- Pokémon HOME
- Send it to HOME from Pokémon Bank, Sword, Shield, Scarlet, Violet and Legends: Z-A. From HOME it can move into Sword, Shield, Scarlet, Violet and Legends: Z-A.
- Pokémon Champions
- Legal in Regulation M-B and M-C. Mega Malamar: Regulation M-B and M-C. It can be brought in from HOME.
Malamar appears in 4 episodes.
From XY019 (2014-03-13) through JN115 (2022-06-17).
TCG Pocket appearances
Malamar in TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
Pokémon like Malamar
Closest matches by typing, role, stats, and lore, from the same semantic search that powers the Reverse Dex.