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camerupt
Generation III · #0323 — Eruption Pokémon
Camerupt, known as the Eruption Pokémon, is a dual-type Fire and Ground Pokémon that stands 1.9 meters tall and weighs 220 kilograms. Introduced in Generation III, this formidable creature represents the evolutionary culmination of Numel's development, achieved at level 33. With a base stat total of 460, Camerupt balances respectable offensive capabilities with moderate defensive stats, featuring a Special Attack of 105 and Attack of 100 that allow it to function effectively in both physical and special roles. The Pokémon's primary abilities—Magma Armor and Solid Rock—serve distinct protective functions: Magma Armor prevents the paralysis effect of freezing, while Solid Rock reduces super-effective damage by a quarter, granting Camerupt unexpected survivability against its numerous type disadvantages. Its hidden ability, Anger Point, transforms critical hits into devastating offensive advantages by maximizing Attack stats, making Camerupt unpredictable in competitive engagements.
Base Stats
Height
1.9m
Weight
220.0kg
Category
Eruption Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
red
Shape
quadruped
Habitat
mountain
Abilities
Prevents freezing.
Decreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.
Raises Attack to the maximum of six stages upon receiving a critical hit.
Camerupt Biology & Physical Characteristics
Camerupt's physiology is dominated by the two distinctive volcanic humps adorning its back, structures formed through a remarkable transformation of its skeletal system rather than simple fatty deposits. These humps are functional magma chambers containing molten lava reaching temperatures of 18,000 degrees Fahrenheit (10,000 degrees Celsius), which courses through the Pokémon's body in an internal geological system that defies conventional biological explanation. The creature's quadrupedal frame resembles a Bactrian camel, complete with shaggy red fur covering its stout body, blue ring-shaped markings on both flanks, and a tan, fur-less muzzle. Sexual dimorphism exists within the species, with female Camerupt displaying noticeably larger volcanic humps than their male counterparts. These humps serve both as storage for magma and as eruption vents, allowing Camerupt to voluntarily discharge molten lava when provoked or, according to Pokédex research, automatically every ten years in a violent geological cycle that researchers continue to study.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Camerupt Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Camerupt exhibits perfectly balanced sexual dimorphism with a 50/50 male-to-female ratio, ensuring equal reproductive opportunity for both sexes within breeding populations. Beyond the visually apparent difference in hump size—a trait likely influenced by sexual dimorphism in body mass distribution—male and female Camerupt appear functionally equivalent in most competitive and gameplay contexts. The species belongs exclusively to the Field egg group, limiting its breeding compatibility to other Field-type Pokémon that share similar reproductive biologies and lifecycle patterns. Camerupt's base friendship rating of 70 indicates moderate ease in achieving breeding readiness, though trainers must invest reasonable effort in developing bonds with their specimens. The hatching process requires approximately 20 egg cycles, translating to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps before an egg produces a Numel offspring, which subsequently requires level progression to reach Camerupt's evolved form. Breeding Camerupt strategically allows trainers to produce offspring with improved individual values or desired movesets, particularly leveraging egg move inheritance to grant hatchlings moves otherwise unobtainable through level progression. The species' availability through breeding combined with its moderate capture rate of 150 ensures consistent accessibility throughout its native habitats and breeding programs.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
rawst-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when burned to cure a burn.
Cost: 80
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm04
gold silver
tm04
crystal
tm05
ruby sapphire
tm05
emerald
tm05
gold silver
tm05
crystal
tm05
diamond pearl
tm05
black white
tm05
platinum
tm05
heartgold soulsilver
tm05
firered leafgreen
tm05
black 2 white 2
tm05
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm05
x y
+735 more TMs/HMs
Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
camerupt's Evolution Chain
Camerupt Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Camerupt evolves from Numel through standard level progression upon reaching level 33, a straightforward transformation that maintains the species' Fire and Ground typing while significantly enhancing its volcanic characteristics. However, Camerupt's true potential emerges through Mega Evolution, a transformation introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire that fundamentally reshapes the Pokémon's physiology and capabilities. When exposed to the Cameruptite Mega Stone, Camerupt undergoes a dramatic metamorphosis, increasing in size to 2.5 meters and gaining considerable mass at 320.5 kilograms. The two separate volcanic humps merge into a single, massive, and hyper-active volcano that dominates its back, while the Pokémon's fur expands dramatically, growing so extensively that only its hooves remain visible below the fur's perimeter. Mega Camerupt's base stats improve substantially—Attack rises from 100 to 120, Defense jumps from 70 to 100, and most significantly, Special Attack increases from 105 to 145, complemented by improved Special Defense of 105. The ability changes to Sheer Force, removing move side effects while amplifying move power by 30 percent, creating a devastating special attacker capable of leveraging moves like Heat Wave and Earth Power with unprecedented force.
Where to Find
sinnoh route 227
sinnoh
stark mountain
sinnoh
+4 more
reversal mountain
unova
+16 more
battle resort
hoenn
Camerupt Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Camerupt inhabits volcanic crater regions where the ambient heat and geothermal activity complement its internal magma systems. The species exhibits a remarkable temperamental disposition, particularly sensitive to facial contact—direct strikes to its face trigger uncontrollable rage that causes the volcanic humps to erupt in cascades of molten lava, as documented in the anime episode 'Candid Camerupt!' This aggressive response mechanism likely evolved as a defensive adaptation in competitive volcanic ecosystems. When angered beyond the threshold of facial provocation, Camerupt's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, with magma building pressure within its body until the Pokémon shudders and erupts violently, creating localized lava flows capable of reshaping its environment. Despite this volatile nature, Camerupt maintains a base happiness rating of 70, suggesting a capacity for bonding with trainers who demonstrate respect for the creature's territorial needs and avoid triggering its well-documented facial sensitivity. The species' preference for volcanic habitats indicates it requires the unique geothermal conditions found in crater ecosystems to maintain its internal lava reserves.
Pokedex Entries
Generation III
CAMERUPT has a volcano inside its body. Magma of 18,000 degrees F courses through its body. Occasionally, the humps on this POKéMON’s back erupt, spewing the superheated magma.
The humps on CAMERUPT’s back are formed by a transformation of its bones. They sometimes blast out molten magma. This POKéMON apparently erupts often when it is enraged.
A POKéMON that lives in the crater of a volcano. Every 10 years, the volcanoes on its back erupt violently. Research is under way on the cause of eruption.
If angered, the humps on its back erupt in a shower of molten lava. It lives in the craters of volcanoes.
Generation IV
It has volcanoes on its back. If magma builds up in its body, it shudders, then erupts violently.
It lives in the crater of a volcano. It is well known that the humps on its back erupt every 10 years.
Generation V
It has volcanoes on its back. If magma builds up in its body, it shudders, then erupts violently.
The volcanoes on its back have a major eruption every 10 years--or whenever it becomes really angry.
Generation VI
The volcanoes on its back have a major eruption every 10 years--or whenever it becomes really angry.
If angered, the humps on its back erupt in a shower of molten lava. It lives in the craters of volcanoes.
Camerupt has a volcano inside its body. Magma of 18,000 degrees Fahrenheit courses through its body. Occasionally, the humps on this Pokémon’s back erupt, spewing the superheated magma.
The humps on Camerupt’s back are formed by a transformation of its bones. They sometimes blast out molten magma. This Pokémon apparently erupts often when it is enraged.
Camerupt Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Camerupt's name derives from a transparent portmanteau combining 'camel' and 'erupt,' directly referencing its camel-like physiology coupled with its volcanic eruption mechanics. The Japanese name 'Bakuuda' employs a similar linguistic construction, blending terms associated with explosion and eruption with camel imagery. The creature's design aesthetics draw extensively from the Bactrian camel's distinctive two-humped structure, which Game Freak ingeniously repurposed as volcanic features rather than biological fat reserves, demonstrating creative redesign that merges biological and geological elements. The transformation of skeletal bone into magma-containing volcanic structures represents a fantastical evolution beyond standard mammalian anatomy, emphasizing Camerupt's nature as a creature of elemental extremes. The visual distinction between male and female Camerupt—with females displaying proportionally larger humps—may reference sexual dimorphism patterns in animal species, while also suggesting that females' larger magma reserves correlate to more frequent or intense eruptions. The design's color palette, featuring red fur contrasting with gray volcanic peaks and blue ring markings, creates visual harmony between the creature's warm-toned biological aspects and its cooler-toned geological features.
Learnable Moves
Camerupt can learn 91 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| after you | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| amnesia | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| ember | fire | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| eruption | fire | Special | 150 | 100 | 5 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire blast | fire | Special | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| fire spin | fire | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| fissure | ground | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| flame burst | fire | Special | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| flame charge | fire | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| flame wheel | fire | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| flare blitz | fire | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| heat crash | fire | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| heat wave | fire | Special | 95 | 90 | 10 |
| heavy slam | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| lash out | dark | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 |
| lava plume | fire | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| magnitude | ground | Physical | — | 100 | 30 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| overheat | fire | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| rollout | rock | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| scorching sands | ground | Special | 70 | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| temper flare | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| will o wisp | fire | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| yawn | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Camerupt Competitive Battle Guide
Camerupt occupies a specialized niche in competitive Pokémon battling, functioning as a physical and special hybrid attacker capable of exploiting its Fire and Ground typing's coverage advantages. The species' Attack stat of 100 and Special Attack of 105 provide reasonable offensive output, though its relatively low Speed stat of 40 necessitates either trick room support or Pokemon with similar speeds to function optimally. Standard competitive sets leverage Camerupt's special attacking prowess, particularly utilizing Mega Camerupt's elevated Special Attack of 145 with Sheer Force-boosted moves like Heat Wave and Earth Power, which deal consistent damage across defensive threats while avoiding status vulnerabilities through side-effect prevention. Physical sets capitalize on moves such as Stone Edge and Earthquake, with the solid Rock ability's one-quarter reduction on super-effective damage providing crucial survivability against its numerous type disadvantages—particularly Water, Ground, and Rock-type offenses that would otherwise destroy it. The Anger Point hidden ability presents a high-risk, high-reward strategy that transforms critical hits into massive Attack boosts, potentially enabling sweeping capabilities if supported by appropriate team structures and prediction-based play. Camerupt's Ground typing conveys immunity to Electric attacks and trapping via magnetic abilities, while its Fire typing grants resistance to important defensive coverage types including Bug, Steel, Fairy, and Fire itself, though the Ground type's inherent vulnerability to Water, Grass, and Ice creates substantial coverage gaps that skilled trainers must carefully manage through team building and positional play.
Commonly Asked Questions About Camerupt
What type is Camerupt?
Camerupt is a fire and ground type Pokemon.
What does Camerupt evolve from?
Camerupt evolved from numel.
What are Camerupt's weaknesses?
Camerupt is weak to water and ground type moves.
Where can I find Camerupt?
Camerupt can be found in sinnoh route 227 (sinnoh), stark mountain (sinnoh) and reversal mountain (unova) and 1 other locations.
Camerupt Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Camerupt has maintained modest but consistent cultural presence throughout the Pokémon franchise since Generation III's release, appearing regularly in the anime series and competitive circuits without achieving the iconic status of more universally recognized species. The anime episode 'Candid Camerupt!' established the species' defining behavioral characteristic of facial sensitivity, creating memorable moments that reinforced Camerupt's distinctive personality within the broader franchise narrative. Tournament players have periodically elevated Camerupt to competitive prominence through unexpected championship placements, particularly following the introduction of Mega Evolution, which expanded the species' viability against meta-defining threats. The creature's volcanic theming resonates with trainers seeking aesthetically cohesive teams centered on elemental extremes, and its unusual dual typing offers gameplay experiences distinct from more commonly utilized Fire and Ground alternatives. While Camerupt never achieved merchandise proliferation comparable to cultural mainstream Pokémon, dedicated fans appreciate its unique combination of mammalian and geological characteristics, creative battle mechanics through its diverse ability pool, and compelling Pokédex entries that suggest active scientific interest in understanding its eruption cycles. The species represents Game Freak's success in creating creatures that balance competitive viability with conceptual originality, maintaining relevance through multiple generations and gaming formats.
Where to Find Camerupt in Every Pokémon Game
Camerupt's distribution has remained consistent throughout the main-series games since Generation III, initially appearing in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald as a signature species of volcanic regions accessible during mid-game exploration. The Pokémon receives regional Pokédex numbers reflecting its availability patterns across different games: number 0102 in Hoenn (Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire), number 0205 in Unova's post-game content (Black 2 and White 2), and continuing representation in subsequent generations through Scarlet and Violet where it appears as number 0152 in the regional Pokédex. Capture opportunities typically occur in volcanic environments or late-game locations where trainers encounter higher-level wild Pokémon, with a base capture rate of 150 facilitating relatively straightforward catching with standard Poké Balls. Trainers can obtain Camerupt through conventional methods—capturing wild Numel specimens and training them to level 33—or through breeding programs utilizing compatible Field egg group Pokémon, ensuring accessibility even in games where wild Camerupt populations appear comparatively rare. Mega Evolution compatibility requires obtaining the Cameruptite stone, available through main campaign progression or post-game content in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire respectively. The species' presence in numerous Pokémon games spanning multiple generations combined with its straightforward evolutionary requirements ensures accessibility for casual players while maintaining competitive availability for serious trainers seeking specialized Fire and Ground type coverage for constructed teams.