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Darumaka evolution guide

What’s required to evolve Darumaka? Our guide details transforming this fiery companion into powerful Darmanitan, covering both classic Unova forms and Galarian ice variants from Pokémon Sword/Shield. Master every evolution path for this Zen Charm Pokémon.

Darumata Capture Locations

This Pokémon appears exclusively in Sword for Switch players. Later titles necessitate transfers via Pokémon Home for access.

  • Pokémon Sword: Dusty Bowl, Giant’s Cap, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage
  • Isle of Armor DLC: Exchange Galarian Darumaka with Regina

Evolution Mechanics

Standard Darumaka reaches Darmanitan at Level 35. Galarian variants require Ice Stones for immediate transformation.

Wild Darmanitan Encounters

  • Pokémon Sword: Dusty Bowl, Giant’s Cap, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage
  • Isle of Armor DLC: Snowslide Slope

Galarian Darumaka Acquisition

  • Pokémon Sword: Routes 8/10, Stony Wilderness Raids
  • Pokémon Shield: Trades, Wild Area battles
  • Isle of Armor DLC: Snowslide Slope

Ice Stone Sources

Find this evolution item on Route 9, Bridge Field, and Lake of Outrage in Sword/Shield.

Mobile App Availability

Both Darumata forms exist in Pokémon Go, requiring 50 candies each for evolution. Galarian forms debuted during special events.