Darmanitan (Standard)
Standard
Fire Fang
Overheat
Darmanitan (Standard) is a Fire-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#555, Generation 5). With a max CP of 3,511 and base stats of 263/114/233 (Atk/Def/Sta), Darmanitan (Standard) has a total stat product of 610. Darmanitan (Standard)'s best moveset is Fire Fang and Overheat, making it a competitive Fire-type attacker for raids.
Darmanitan (Standard) is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type attacks. Darmanitan (Standard) is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Fire Fang
Overheat
Tackle
Overheat
Fire Fang
Rock Slide
Fire Fang
Psychic
Fire Fang
Focus Blast
Tackle
Overheat
Fire Fang
Overheat
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Darmanitan (Standard)'s best offensive moveset is Fire Fang combined with Overheat, achieving 19.1 DPS and 469 TDO as a Fire-type attacker (ranked #5, Tier A). Alternatively, Darmanitan (Standard) can serve as a Normal-type attacker with Tackle and Overheat (#9, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Fang (13 DPS), while Tackle generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Evolution
Raid Guide
Darmanitan (Standard) as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsDarmanitan (Standard) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Darmanitan (Standard) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Darmanitan (Standard) from raids would have 1774 CP at level 20, or 2218 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Darmanitan (Standard)
Darmanitan (Standard) is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Darmanitan (Standard) as Raid Counter
Darmanitan (Standard) is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Darmanitan (Standard)
Darmanitan (Standard) evolves from Darumaka using 50 Candy.
A Shadow version of Darmanitan (Standard) is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Darmanitan (Standard) knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Darmanitan (Standard) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Darmanitan (Standard) Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Darmanitan (Standard) in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Darmanitan (Standard) from raids or eggs will show 1,774 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Darmanitan (Standard) is a Fire-type Pokemon with a stat total of 610. With its high Attack stat (263), Darmanitan (Standard) is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Ground, Rock, Water-type moves when using Darmanitan (Standard). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Darmanitan (Standard)'s performance.
Darmanitan (Standard)'s moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Darmanitan (Standard) much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Darmanitan (Standard)?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Darmanitan (Standard) is a top-tier Fire-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #5 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 3,511 at level 50 and base stats of 263/114/233 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Fire Fang and Overheat for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Fire-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.