How to evolve
Pancham Best Moveset
Strong per-hit damage for a pre-evolution at 82 Attack. Fighting TermStab connects on slow 43 Speed cooldowns. 67/62/48 bulk doesn't last. The moveset hits hard between long recharges. Pangoro's 124 Attack and Dark/Fighting dual TermStab are one evolution ahead.
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). This was Pancham's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Scrappy with Leftovers, favoring a Brave nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Pancham best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Tank Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Stone Edge
- Dark Pulse
- Circle Throw
Recommended Teammates
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Pancham maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Ironfist with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Knock Off
- Parting Shot
- Drain Punch
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Pancham maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Scrappy with Focus Sash, favoring a Brave nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Endeavor
- Dark Pulse
- Brick Break
Recommended Teammates
Pancham Weakness
Type-wise, Pancham takes extra damage from Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Pancham Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Pancham
Mimikyu threatens a KO with Play Rough (123-145%).
 Hatterene PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pancham View Hatterene builds →Nuzzle7-8% | ||
 Mimikyu GhostFairy | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pancham View Mimikyu builds →Play Rough 2x123-145%KO Shadow Sneak28-33% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Evolution
Pancham is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Pangoro. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs take an average time to hatch. Evolving adds up to 147 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Pancham easily with 278 breeding partners from the Field and Human-Like egg groups.
Shiny Pancham
Slightly darker fur on an already dark-furred panda. Pancham's shiny is one of those where the star sparkle is doing all the heavy lifting because the colors sure aren't.
Shiny Pancham Odds & Hunting Methods
6 of 6 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 Pancham
Pancham, the mischievous Playful Pokemon, wanders widely through Lumiose's Wild Zones as a roving overworld encounter, and tougher Alpha variants appear too, at levels ranging from 7 up to 38.
Where To Catch Pancham in LZA
The line opens with Pancham at Lv. 7-53 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroHyperspace Lumiose - Fighting 4-StarLv.40-42GrassLegends: Z-AHyperspace Lumiose - Dark 4-StarLv.40-42GrassLegends: Z-AHyperspace LumioseLv.54-56GrassLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.64-65OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Pancham 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 Pancham in SwSh
Pancham is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-52 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Pancham ✓Rolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SnowstormRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Normal WeatherRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%OvercastRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Heavy FogRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%RainingRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SandstormRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SnowingRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Intense SunRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%ThunderstormEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 35%OvercastWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 25%OvercastRoute 3Lv.8-13GrassRate 20%All WeatherEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 15%SnowstormWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 10%Intense SunEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 10%SnowingEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%SandstormEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%Intense SunEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%Thunderstorm- Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 13%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 10%Overcastor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Pancham catch odds in the Sword & Shield Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Pancham scuffles through the tall grass along Route 10 and Route 11, the little scrapper wandering both stretches in either version. Push through those weeds and you will bump into one around levels 26 to 29.
Where To Catch Pancham in USUM
Pancham is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 26-29 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Pancham ✓
Step 2Catch or Evolve into Pangoroor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Pancham catch odds in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
The playful Pancham roams the tall grass across a few Alolan locales, and trainers will run into wild ones anywhere from level 24 to level 34.
Where To Catch Pancham in SM
Pancham is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 24-34 across 16 total spots in the chain.
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroRoute 10Lv.24-27GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 11Lv.24-27GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 17 - NortheastLv.31-34GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 17 - WestLv.31-34GrassSOS from Panchamor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Pancham catch odds in the Sun & Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Pancham's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 1 Attack EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It chooses a Pangoro as its master and then imitates its master’s actions. This is how it learns to battle and hunt for prey.
Pancham Event Distributions
Pancham reaches players through several Mystery Gift distributions, though it is far from a regular.
Pancham GiftAug 2015XYOmega RubyAlpha SapphireNot shiny
Pokemon DS Rally 2015 PanchamJul 2015XYOmega RubyAlpha SapphireNot shiny
Pancham Guide
For a casual playthrough, Pancham works as a placeholder. Fighting coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Pangoro. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since X & Y, Pancham has been obtainable in 6 games. A Generation 6 debut means a shorter history, but Pancham has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
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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