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#0687Kalos · Generation 6

Malamar

CalamaneroOverturning Pokémon

DarkPsychic

It’s said that Malamar’s hypnotic powers played a role in certain history-changing events. Pokédex, Shield

Height
1.5 m
Weight
47 kg
Abilities
Contrary, Suction Cups, Infiltrator (hidden)
Evolves from
Inkay
8Anime episodes
6Games found in
3Japanese cards
2013Anime debut

The Story

What the Pokédex says

  • Shield

    It’s said that Malamar’s hypnotic powers played a role in certain history-changing events.

  • Sword

    Gazing at its luminescent spots will quickly induce a hypnotic state, putting the observer under Malamar’s control.

  • 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.

  • Ultra Sun

    When it comes to strong hypnosis, there’s an endless number of people who utilize Malamar for their nefarious deeds.

2 more entries from older games
  • Alpha Sapphire

    It lures its prey close with hypnotic motions, then wraps its tentacles around it before finishing it off with digestive fluids.

  • Omega Ruby

    It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.

Evolution

The Inkay line

  • Inkay MalamarLevel 30 with the console held upside down

Where to find it

Found in 6 games

Regions: Galar

SwordGalar8 locations
LocationHowLevel
Giant's MirrorCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.45-60
Hammerlocke HillsCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.45-60
Motostoke RiverbankCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den K)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Watchtower RuinsCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
West Lake AxewellCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
ShieldGalar8 locations
LocationHowLevel
Giant's MirrorCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.45-60
Hammerlocke HillsCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.45-60
Motostoke RiverbankCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Stony Wilderness · Stony Wilderness (Max Den K)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
Watchtower RuinsCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.55-60
West Lake AxewellCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Sword: The Isle of ArmorGalar9 locations
LocationHowLevel
Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.29-60
Challenge RoadCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Fields of HonorSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.26-60
Honeycalm SeaCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Loop LagoonSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.32-60
Soothing WetlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.26-60
Soothing Wetlands · Soothing Wetlands (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.28-60
Workout SeaCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Shield: The Isle of ArmorGalar9 locations
LocationHowLevel
Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.29-60
Challenge RoadCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Fields of HonorSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.26-60
Honeycalm SeaCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Loop LagoonSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.32-60
Soothing WetlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.26-60
Soothing Wetlands · Soothing Wetlands (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location.28-60
Workout SeaCatch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle.35-60
Sword: The Crown TundraGalar1 location
LocationHowLevel
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure.65
Shield: The Crown TundraGalar1 location
LocationHowLevel
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure.65

Encounter tables cover the main series through Sword & Shield. Newer titles are added as their data lands.

In the anime

8 episodes on record

First appearanceKalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!XY001 · XY · first aired in Japan October 17, 2013

Major appearances 5

XY

  • XY019A Conspiracy to Conquer!2014
  • XY054Facing the Grand Design!2014
  • XY134The Right Hero for the Right Job!2016
  • XY139Facing the Needs of the Many!2016

Journeys

  • JN115Curtain Up! Fight the Fights!2022
Minor appearances · 3 episodes

XY

  • XY001Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!2013

Horizons

  • HZ133The Final Battle Is Near2026
  • HZ135The Core Awakens2026

Japanese cards

3 cards across 3 sets

Pull one yourself: Abyss Eye box, $121.00

Abyss Eye

20261 card
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Ruler of the Black Flame

20231 card
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TAG TEAM GX All Stars

20191 card
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