simisear
Generation V · #0514 — Ember Pokémon
Simisear, known as the Ember Pokémon, is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V that represents one of three elemental monkey evolutions available to trainers in the Unova region. With a National Pokédex number of #514, Simisear stands at 1.0 meter tall and weighs 28.0 kilograms, making it a compact yet powerful Fire-type companion. This Pokémon evolves from Pansear when exposed to a Fire Stone, completing its transformation from the curious young monkey into a confident fire-wielding fighter. As a non-legendary, non-mythical Pokémon with a base stat total of 498, Simisear occupies a solid position in mid-tier competitive play, excelling particularly in offensive capabilities with balanced Attack and Special Attack stats both reaching 98.
Base Stats
Height
1.0m
Weight
28.0kg
Category
Ember Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
red
Shape
upright
Abilities
Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.
Strengthens fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Simisear Biology & Physical Characteristics
Simisear displays striking visual characteristics that emphasize its fiery nature, with a primarily bright red coloration contrasting against cream-colored patches on its muzzle, chest, upper belly, fingers, and toes. The Pokémon's distinctive design features large oval eyes, a small black nose, and broad ears with orange interiors, while its head is crowned by a swirled, flame-like red tuft with smaller tufts flanking either side, mirrored by an equally fluffy swirled tail that resembles a dancing flame. Its upper body is adorned with white, fluffy shoulder ruffs that resemble wisps of smoke, creating an overall aesthetic that perfectly captures the essence of a fire-type Pokémon. Internally, Simisear harbors a constant flame within its body, which according to Pokédex entries serves as the core of its physical being. This inner fire is directly fueled by the Pokémon's well-documented passion for sweet foods, which it consumes to maintain and enhance the burning energy within itself. The biological mechanics of this fire are particularly evident during moments of excitement, when embers visibly rise from both its head tuft and tail, and the Pokémon's entire body temperature rises considerably.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Simisear Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Simisear exhibits a heavily male-biased gender ratio, with approximately 87.5 percent of wild or bred Simisear being male and only 12.5 percent being female. This significant gender disparity makes finding female Simisear considerably more challenging than locating their male counterparts, which has implications for breeding strategies in competitive play. When breeding is successful, Simisear eggs are classified within the Field egg group, requiring approximately 20 egg cycles to hatch, which translates to roughly 4,884 to 5,140 steps of travel with the egg in the trainer's party. The species begins its life with a base friendship value of 70 out of 255, indicating a moderately friendly disposition toward their trainers from the moment of evolution or capture. This moderate base friendship makes Simisear relatively straightforward to bond with compared to Pokémon with lower friendship values, though trainers seeking to maximize friendship-based evolutions or to unlock friendship-dependent moves will need to engage in consistent positive interactions. The combination of the male-biased sex ratio and the Field egg group classification means that breeding chains involving Simisear require strategic planning, particularly for players interested in passing down specific movesets or natures through deliberate breeding programs.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
oran-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed at 1/2 max HP to recover 10 HP.
Cost: 80
oran-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed at 1/2 max HP to recover 10 HP.
Cost: 80
oran-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed at 1/2 max HP to recover 10 HP.
Cost: 80
oran-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed at 1/2 max HP to recover 10 HP.
Cost: 80
passho-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Water-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
passho-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Water-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
passho-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Water-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
passho-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Water-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
sun moon
tm01
x y
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
sword shield
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
+670 more TMs/HMs
Simisear Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Simisear evolves from Pansear through exposure to a Fire Stone, representing a dramatic transformation from the curious young monkey form into a more confident and battle-ready evolution. This evolution process signifies not merely a physical change but an awakening of the Pokémon's internal flame—while Pansear possesses the spark of fire within it, Simisear fully channels and controls this power. The evolution mechanics in the Pokédex are straightforward, as trainers need only provide their Pansear with a Fire Stone to trigger the transformation, making it an accessible evolution for players progressing through their journey in the Unova region. Unlike some evolutionary lines that branch into multiple forms, Simisear represents the singular evolutionary endpoint for Pansear, with no further evolutions or Mega Evolutions available. This makes Simisear a terminal evolution comparable to its counterparts in the elemental monkey line—Simisage for the Grass-type and Simipour for the Water-type—each representing the fully matured form of their respective evolutionary families.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Simisear Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Simisear exhibits a distinctive personality centered around its love of sweets and its natural tendency toward excitement and combat readiness. According to multiple Pokédex entries across generations, when the Pokémon becomes excited, embers noticeably rise from its head and tail while its body becomes increasingly hot—a behavior that suggests Simisear's emotional state directly correlates with its fire output. Beyond mere excitement, Simisear is an actively aggressive Pokémon capable of scattering embers from its head and tail to sear opponents during battles, indicating a combative disposition. The Pokémon's gluttony ability reinforces its behavioral trait of seeking out and consuming sweet foods whenever possible, with the ability causing it to automatically consume any held Berry when its health drops below half its maximum. In terms of habitat, Simisear is typically found in warm, volcanic, or geothermal regions where its fire-type nature can thrive, though it adapts readily to human environments and can often be discovered in areas where food sources, particularly sweets, are readily available.
Pokedex Entries
It loves sweets because they become energy for the fire burning inside its body.
When it gets excited, embers rise from its head and tail and it gets hot. For some reason, it loves sweets.
A flame burns inside its body. It scatters embers from its head and tail to sear its opponents.
A flame burns inside its body. It scatters embers from its head and tail to sear its opponents.
When it gets excited, embers rise from its head and tail and it gets hot. For some reason, it loves sweets.
A flame burns inside its body. It scatters embers from its head and tail to sear its opponents.
When it gets excited, embers rise from its head and tail and it gets hot. For some reason, it loves sweets.
Simisear Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Simisear derives from a combination of 'Simian' (relating to apes and monkeys) and 'Sear' (meaning to burn or scorch), perfectly encapsulating the Pokémon's identity as a fire-wielding primate. In Japanese, Simisear is called Baokkie (バオッキー), which similarly combines elements suggesting both its monkey nature and fiery attributes. The design philosophy behind Simisear clearly draws inspiration from traditional depictions of fire in both Eastern and Western aesthetics—the flame-like tufts on its head and swirled tail echo classic artistic representations of fire, while the white shoulder ruffs resemble smoke or flames dissipating into the air. The color palette of bright red with cream-colored accents creates a visually striking appearance that immediately communicates its Fire-type classification without requiring context. This design coherence extends to Simisear's position within the elemental monkey trio, where each Pokémon clearly exhibits characteristics matching its respective type—Simisage's leafy appearance, Simipour's aquatic features, and Simisear's flame-inspired silhouette all demonstrate Nintendo Game Freak's attention to thematic consistency in Pokémon design.
Learnable Moves
Simisear can learn 66 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| covet | normal | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire blast | fire | Special | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| fire pledge | fire | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| flame burst | fire | Special | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| flame charge | fire | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| gastro acid | poison | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| gunk shot | poison | Physical | 120 | 80 | 5 |
| heat wave | fire | Special | 95 | 90 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| lick | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| overheat | fire | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| recycle | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| role play | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| will o wisp | fire | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Simisear Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Simisear serves as a viable yet specialized offensive Fire-type option with a base stat total of 498 that emphasizes both physical and special attacking capabilities. Its Attack and Special Attack stats are identically strong at 98 each, providing flexibility in move selection and allowing trainers to build movesets that leverage either physical Fire-type moves like Fire Punch or special moves like Fire Blast. With a base Speed of 101, Simisear outpaces many common threats in its competitive tier, allowing it to act first in many matchups and capitalize on its strong offensive presence. However, Simisear's defensive stats present vulnerabilities, with Defense and Special Defense both sitting at a modest 63, alongside a middling HP of 75, meaning it lacks the bulk to comfortably switch into threats and prefers to maintain offensive pressure. Simisear's abilities further shape its competitive viability: Gluttony allows creative item strategies incorporating Berry-holding tactics, while its hidden ability Blaze provides the classic Fire-type Pokémon boost, increasing Fire-type move power to 1.5 times their normal damage when Simisear's health falls below one-third maximum. Move options include access to Focus Blast for coverage against Dark and Normal-type opponents, Crunch for additional offensive coverage, and Amnesia for special defense boosts, making Simisear capable of adapting to various team structures despite its limitations in defensive prowess.
Commonly Asked Questions About Simisear
What type is Simisear?
Simisear is a fire type Pokemon.
What does Simisear evolve from?
Simisear evolved from pansear.
What are Simisear's weaknesses?
Simisear is weak to ground, rock and water type moves.
Simisear Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Simisear, alongside its elemental monkey counterparts Simisage and Simipour, has become an iconic representation of Generation V's approach to introducing trio Pokémon with thematic unity and elemental variation. The elemental monkey line as a whole captured player imagination due to its straightforward evolution mechanics, attractive designs, and the strategic choice inherent in selecting which elemental type to pursue during the early game experience. Simisear in particular resonates with players who prefer aggressive, fire-based strategies and the aesthetic appeal of flame-inspired Pokémon designs. The species has appeared in various Pokémon animated episodes and manga adaptations, contributing to its presence in Pokémon media and popular culture. Within the broader Pokémon community, Simisear represents an accessible entry point into Fire-type competitive play for newer trainers, serving as a stepping stone between more common early-game Fire-types and the powerful legendary or pseudo-legendary fire options available later in games. The specific mechanic of its love for sweets—unique among most Pokémon—has also become a distinguishing characteristic that makes Simisear memorable in player recollections of their Unova adventures.
Where to Find Simisear in Every Pokémon Game
Simisear first became available to players in Generation V through the Unova region, where it held the local Pokédex number of #020 in Pokémon Black and White, and #040 in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. To obtain Simisear, trainers must first catch Pansear, which appears in specific locations early in the game, then expose it to a Fire Stone. In subsequent generations, Simisear has maintained consistent availability across most main series games, including Pokémon X and Y where it held the Kalos Pokédex number #0032 in the Central region. The species has also appeared in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, indicating its continued relevance and inclusion in Nintendo's ongoing Pokémon title releases. For trainers seeking Simisear through breeding, viable breeding partners within the Field egg group can produce Pansear eggs, which can subsequently be evolved into Simisear through Fire Stone exposure. Beyond the main series games, Simisear has made appearances in Pokémon GO and other side games, ensuring multiple pathways for trainers across different gaming platforms to add this Ember Pokémon to their collections. The relative ease of obtaining Simisear compared to many Pokémon, combined with its availability across numerous game generations since Generation V, has established it as a reliably accessible Fire-type option for trainers building balanced teams.