camerupt-mega #10087
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camerupt-mega
Generation III · #10087 — Eruption Pokémon
Mega Camerupt is the Mega Evolved form of Camerupt, the Eruption Pokémon from Generation III. This transformation, introduced in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, dramatically amplifies Camerupt's volcanic nature and combat capabilities. Upon Mega Evolution, triggered by holding the Cameruptite, Camerupt undergoes a spectacular physical transformation that increases its height from 1.9 meters to an imposing 2.5 meters while gaining 100.5 kilograms in weight, reaching 320.5 kilograms. The transformation boosts its total base stats from 460 to 560, with particularly dramatic increases in Special Attack (from 105 to 145), Attack (from 100 to 120), and Defense (from 70 to 100), fundamentally reshaping its role from a moderately strong Fire/Ground type into a formidable special attacker.
Base Stats
Height
2.5m
Weight
320.5kg
Category
Eruption Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
red
Shape
quadruped
Habitat
mountain
Abilities
Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.
Camerupt-mega Biology & Physical Characteristics
Mega Camerupt's most striking biological feature is the transformation of its characteristic twin humps into a single, massive, and continuously active volcano dominating its back. Unlike the base form's separate volcanic formations, this unified superstructure represents an intensification of the molten magma coursing through its body, which maintains the same extraordinary temperature of approximately 18,000 degrees Fahrenheit (10,000 degrees Celsius). The creature's fur expands dramatically during Mega Evolution, becoming a thick, shaggy covering that extends across its enlarged frame, with only its hooves remaining visible beneath this dense coat. This biological expansion serves a functional purpose—the increased surface area and thickened fur provide additional insulation for the dramatically elevated volcanic activity occurring within and upon its back, while its structural frame becomes more robust to withstand the tremendous internal pressures generated by its magma chambers.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Camerupt-mega Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Mega Camerupt maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50 percent male and 50 percent female, inherited from its base form. Sexual dimorphism exists in the pre-Mega form, with female Camerupt displaying notably larger volcanic humps compared to their male counterparts, suggesting a biological investment in reproductive capacity that correlates with size. This dimorphism likely persists into the Mega Evolved form, though the dramatic expansion of the single unified volcano during transformation may obscure some of these differences. Camerupt belongs to the Field egg group, meaning it can breed with other Pokémon in that category to produce Numel offspring. The base happiness rating of 70 indicates a moderately friendly disposition, and the medium growth rate means that raising Camerupt from Numel requires a standard amount of experience to reach its full potential. With a hatch counter of 20 cycles, breeding Camerupt produces eggs that require approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps to hatch.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
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
tm05
xd
tm05
colosseum
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
ultra sun ultra moon
tm05
sun moon
tm06
yellow
+620 more TMs/HMs
Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
camerupt-mega's Evolution Chain
Camerupt-mega Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Camerupt reaches its ultimate form through Mega Evolution rather than traditional leveling or trading mechanisms, representing a paradigm shift in how this Pokémon channels its volcanic power. While Camerupt evolves from Numel at level 33 through standard means, accessing the Mega Camerupt form requires the Cameruptite Mega Stone and the presence of a trainer capable of Mega Evolving their Pokémon during battle. This Mega Evolution is exclusive to Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, where it was first introduced, though subsequent games have made the capability available. The transformation process itself appears to be triggered during combat, allowing Camerupt to temporarily achieve this heightened state for the duration of the battle. Unlike some Mega Evolutions that favor either physical or special attacking, Mega Camerupt's stat distribution creates a unique hybrid profile, gaining 40 points in Special Attack while also gaining 20 points in Attack and 30 points in Defense, making it a remarkably well-rounded Mega Evolution that maintains its Fire/Ground typing.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Camerupt-mega Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Mega Camerupt maintains the volcanic temperament of its base form but with significantly intensified aggression and power. The Pokédex entries indicate that Camerupt erupts violently when enraged, and this tendency becomes far more pronounced in its Mega Evolved state, where the single massive volcano on its back becomes capable of far more catastrophic eruptions. According to established lore, Camerupt naturally erupts every ten years, but Mega Camerupt's volcanic cycle appears to become more unstable and volatile, suggesting that the Mega Evolution pushes the Pokémon's internal geological systems to their limit. These creatures continue to inhabit volcano craters, their natural environment where the geothermal energy sustains their molten cores. The extreme power contained within Mega Camerupt makes it exceptionally dangerous when provoked, particularly if struck in the face—a known trigger for uncontrollable volcanic outbursts that can reshape the landscape around it.
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-mega Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Mega Camerupt's design evolution reflects the escalation of its volcanic characteristics to genuinely catastrophic levels. The transformation of the two distinct humps into a single, unified volcano represents the culmination and consolidation of its geological power, visually communicating the Pokémon's intensified destructive potential. The expanding fur serves multiple design purposes—it emphasizes the creature's increased bulk and power while also suggesting the thermal radiation and instability surrounding its volcanic crown. The name 'Camerupt' originates from the combination of 'camel' (referencing its quadrupedal, humped appearance) and 'erupt,' with the Japanese name 'Bakuuda' deriving from 'bakuhatsu' (explosion) and 'rakunuda' (dromedary, a type of camel). The Mega designation could be interpreted as representing the ultimate eruption—the apex of the Pokémon's volatile volcanic nature realized through the amplification granted by Mega Evolution.
Learnable Moves
Camerupt-mega can learn 60 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| after you | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| amnesia | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| fissure | ground | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| flame burst | fire | Special | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| flame charge | fire | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 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 |
| heat wave | fire | Special | 95 | 90 | 10 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| lava plume | fire | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| magnitude | ground | Physical | — | 100 | 30 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| overheat | fire | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| 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 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| 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 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| will o wisp | fire | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| yawn | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
Camerupt-mega Competitive Battle Guide
Mega Camerupt emerged as a significant competitive threat upon its introduction, primarily due to its signature ability Sheer Force and its substantially improved Special Attack stat of 145. Sheer Force represents a game-changing mechanic that strengthens moves with secondary effects by 1.3 times their normal power while eliminating those effects—this synergizes exceptionally well with its movepool, which includes powerful attacks like Earthquake, Heat Wave, and Earth Power that benefit from the power amplification without losing critical functionality. The speed stat decrease to 20 represents a notable drawback, making Mega Camerupt one of the slowest Mega Evolutions available; however, this constraint is frequently mitigated through choice of nature and item, or by using terrain-based speed manipulation. The 100 Defense and 105 Special Defense stats provide sufficient bulk to withstand a single attack, allowing Camerupt to function as a special attacker with reasonable survivability. In competitive formats where it's legal, Mega Camerupt has demonstrated viability in both offensive and mixed sets, frequently appearing in formats like Smogon's Ubers tier where its raw power overcomes its speed disadvantage.
Commonly Asked Questions About Camerupt-mega
What type is Camerupt-mega?
Camerupt-mega is a fire and ground type Pokemon.
What does Camerupt-mega evolve into?
Camerupt-mega does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Camerupt-mega's weaknesses?
Camerupt-mega is weak to water and ground type moves.
Camerupt-mega Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Mega Camerupt holds a significant place in Pokémon popular culture as the first Mega Evolution introduced for a Generation III Pokémon, symbolizing the bridge between the classic Ruby and Sapphire games and the modern Mega Evolution mechanic. The visual transformation from a dual-humped camel into a singular volcanic mountain powerhouse captured players' imaginations and became iconic in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire promotional materials and official artwork. The dramatic physical transformation resonates with players as one of the most visually striking Mega Evolutions, with the unified volcano replacing the twin humps creating a immediately recognizable silhouette. Mega Camerupt appears in various Pokémon media including the Pokémon Generations animated series and official trailers for ORAS, further cementing its cultural presence. The Pokémon has maintained a dedicated fanbase due to its combination of power, distinctive design, and representation of Hoenn region nostalgia, making it a popular choice for players revisiting Generation III through the remakes.
Where to Find Camerupt-mega in Every Pokémon Game
Mega Camerupt is available across multiple generations and games, with access contingent on the availability of Camerupt and the Cameruptite Mega Stone. Camerupt appears throughout the Hoenn region in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, where it can be encountered in volcanic areas and caves; Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire feature expanded availability with the Mega Stone obtainable during gameplay. Subsequent generations including X and Y, Sun and Moon, Sword and Shield (via expansions), Scarlet and Violet, and Legends: Z-A all include Camerupt in their Pokédexes, though the Mega Stone's availability varies by game. In Pokémon Go, Mega Camerupt became available with the introduction of Mega Evolution to the mobile platform, allowing trainers to temporarily transform their Camerupt during raids and battles using Mega Energy. The catch rate of 150 makes Camerupt reasonably easy to capture in the wild when encountered, and it can also be obtained through breeding Numel eggs with Field group compatible partners. Its presence in multiple generations and the consistent availability of Cameruptite across modern titles ensures that trainers have reliable access to this powerful Mega Evolved form.