Mienfoo Best Moveset
Fighting at 85 Attack and 65 Speed with AbilityRegenerator healing a third of HP every switch. The stats are pre-evolution level but Regenerator pivot value is real. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk. Evolve to Mienshao for 125 Attack, 105 Speed, and the Regenerator offensive pivot at B-Tier.
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Mienfoo's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Mienfoo best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Calm Mind
- Baton Pass
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- High Jump Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- U Turn
- High Jump Kick
- Dual Chop
- Stone Edge
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- High Jump Kick
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Fake Out
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- High Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo Weakness
Mienfoo's Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Standard number of weaknesses for the Fighting typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Mienfoo Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Mienfoo
Cranidos's Earthquake hits Mienfoo for 58-68%.
B | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Chinchou builds →Ice Beam26-30% Volt Switch20-24% Thunderbolt26-30% Hydro Pump31-37% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Cranidos builds →Rock Slide22-26% Earthquake58-68% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemEviolite NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Munchlax builds →Crunch13-15% Body Slam27-32% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Magnemite builds →Flash Cannon28-33% Thunderbolt32-37% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Trapinch builds →Earthquake74-88% Crunch30-35% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Glimmet builds →Sludge Bomb34-40% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Houndour builds →Dark Pulse19-23% Fire Blast53-63% Sucker Punch12-13% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityMyceliummight ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Toedscool builds →Rapid Spin9-11% Knock Off6-7% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Pawniard builds →Sucker Punch16-19% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Snover builds →Wood Hammer29-35% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Chespin builds →Drain Punch18-22% Wood Hammer29-34% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityWindrider ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Bramblin builds →Rapid Spin19-23% Poltergeist42-50% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRockhead ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves View Growlithe-Hisui builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPoisontouch ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves View Grimer-Alola builds →
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Evolution
One evolution ahead. Mienfoo grows into Mienshao through a straightforward two-stage chain. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs take an average time to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 160 total stats over Mienfoo. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Mienfoo easily with 278 breeding partners from the Field and Human-Like egg groups.
Shiny Mienfoo
Darker, redder tones replace the yellow. Mienfoo's shiny is visible but feels like someone just turned the saturation slider the wrong direction.
Shiny Mienfoo Odds & Hunting Methods
8 of 8 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Mienfoo
A handful of locations for Mienfoo across early-game routes. The list below shows no spawn rates for these spots, so pick the one that fits where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Mienfoo in SV
Mienfoo is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 7-60. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Mienfoo ✓Apple HillsLv.7-60OverworldChilling WaterheadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Evolve into MienshaoBREEDINGAvailableStart a picnic with two compatible Pokemon in your party, then check the picnic basket to receive a Mienfoo egg.
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Scarlet & Violet for Mienfoo.
Mienfoo is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 18 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Mienfoo in SwSh
Mienfoo is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 10-24. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Mienfoo ✓Challenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%RainingChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%Thunderstorm
- Step 2Evolve into MienshaoBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Mienfoo egg.
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Sword & Shield for Mienfoo.
Deep in Vast Poni Canyon, Mienfoo works the tall grass, a fairly high level find you can meet somewhere between levels 43 and 46.
Where To Catch Mienfoo in USUM
Step 1Mienfoo ✓
Step 2Evolve into Mienshao
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon for Mienfoo.
No wild encounters for Mienfoo in Sun & Moon. It can be transferred in from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
How to Obtain Mienfoo in SM
Step 1Mienfoo ✓CARTRIDGE TRADEAvailableCatch in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Walking · Vast Poni Canyon, then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Dark grass · Dragonspiral Tower · Double grass. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Dark grass · Route 14. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom X & YNot TradeableAppears in X & Y via Walking · Route 8. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Walking · Challenge Road · Heavy Fog. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Mienshao
Base Stats
The stat budget goes to damage. Attack and Speed carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. A Martial Arts Pokemon on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve, worth 1 Attack EV per KO.
Though small, Mienfoo’s temperament is fierce. Any creature that approaches Mienfoo carelessly will be greeted with a flurry of graceful attacks.
Mienfoo Guide
You can run Mienfoo through the first few routes without issues. 350 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Mienshao as fast as you can.
Reckless is the hidden ability. Strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power. Not always the best choice. Compare it to Mienfoo's regular abilities before committing.
Use Mienfoo as a balanced. Physical side carries the damage. Not the fastest,
Run Adamant on Mienfoo. +Attack is what matters, and the -Sp. Atk cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the balanced role.
Game Availability
Mienfoo joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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