In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, training Primeape has become far more exciting thanks to its powerful signature move, Rage Fist. Understanding when Primeape gains access to this Ghost-type attack is essential for trainers who want to unleash its full potential in battle. This guide details the exact level requirement, move-relearning steps, and evolution mechanics tied to Rage Fist.
The Exact Level Primeape Learns Rage Fist
Primeape naturally learns Rage Fist upon reaching level 35 in Generation IX. Since Mankey evolves into Primeape at level 28, players usually only need to gain seven additional levels to acquire the technique. Keeping Primeape in active battle rotation ensures you will see the prompt to learn the move right away.
If you catch a wild Primeape that is already past level 35, it will not know Rage Fist immediately. However, the attack remains stored in its move pool for easy retrieval. You do not need any special items or Move Tutors to teach it.
How to Relearn Rage Fist If You Missed It
If your Primeape skips learning Rage Fist during automated Let's Go battles, you can manually teach it at any time. Simply open the party menu, select Primeape, and choose the option to check its summary. From there, navigate to its move set and select the feature to remember moves.
Rage Fist will appear in the list of previously available attacks ready to be selected. Simply replace one of Primeape's current moves to equip the Ghost-type attack. This convenient system allows higher-level catches to quickly access their core moveset.
Using Rage Fist to Unlock Annihilape
Rage Fist is not just a strong attack, but it is also the key trigger for evolving Primeape into Annihilape. To trigger this powerful evolution, Primeape must execute Rage Fist at least 20 times during combat encounters. The moves do not need to be used in a single battle, but they must be completed successfully.
Because Rage Fist has a maximum base PP of 10, trainers will need to restore PP mid-way through the process. You can use items like Ethers or visit a Pokemon Center between wild battles to replenish PP. Once you reach 20 uses, leveling Primeape up once through battle or candy triggers the transformation into Annihilape.
Strategic Tips for Maximizing Rage Fist
Rage Fist starts with a modest base power of 50, but it grows stronger every time the user takes damage in battle. Each hit received adds 50 more power to the move, capping out at a massive 350 base power. This unique mechanic makes the move extremely lethal during long, drawn-out encounters against formidable opponents.
Once Primeape evolves into Annihilape, it gains a Ghost/Fighting dual typing. This grants Same Type Attack Bonus to Rage Fist, boosting its damage output even higher. Mastering the timing of Rage Fist helps turn a classic Fighting-type partner into an unstoppable ghost warrior.
