Primeape is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It is the evolved form of Mankey, transforming at level 28. Known for its perpetual fury, Primeape is easily angered and will relentlessly chase anyone who provokes it. Its rage is so intense that some researchers believe it remains angry even while inside a Poké Ball. Primeape's fury actually boosts its blood circulation, making its muscles stronger but reducing its intelligence.
Interestingly, Primeape's brain has sturdier blood vessels compared to other Pokémon, allowing it to maintain its health despite constant raging. In extreme cases, Primeape's anger can lead to its death, though its face appears peaceful in death. Primeape is known for its tenacity, never forgiving opponents who have angered it, even after beating them down.
Pokédex Data
- Height: 3'3" (1m)
- Weight: 70.5 lbs (32 kg)
- Category: Pig Monkey Pokémon
- Abilities: Vital Spirit, Anger Point, Defiant (Hidden)
Breeding
- Gender Ratio: 50% Male, 50% Female
- Egg Groups: Field
- Hatch Time: 5,120 steps
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Red/Blue: "Always furious and tenacious to boot. It will not abandon chasing its quarry until it is caught."
- Yellow: "It stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult."
- Gold: "If approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep."
- Sun: "It has been known to become so angry that it dies as a result. Its face looks peaceful in death, however."
- Ultra Moon: "The blood vessels in its brain are sturdier than those of other Pokémon, so it can stay healthy despite its constant raging."
Evolutions
Mankey (Level 28) → Primeape (Use Rage Fist 20 times) → Annihilape
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- In Generation 3, Primeape gained the Anger Point ability.
- In Generation 5, it was discovered that Primeape grows angrier if you see its eyes, run from it, or defeat it in battle.
- In Generation 7, it was revealed that Primeape can die from extreme anger.
- In Generation 9, Primeape gained a new evolution, Annihilape, which it can achieve by using Rage Fist 20 times.