Buneary Best Moveset
Normal moves at 66 Attack barely register despite 85 Speed keeping cooldowns fast. The moveset is one evolution from Mega Lopunny's AbilityScrappy that lets Normal moves hit Ghost types, plus the Fighting TermStab and 136 Attack that change everything.
Buneary saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). This was Buneary's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Runaway with Choice Band, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Buneary best EVs are Speed and Attack
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Quick Attack
- Return
- Healing Wish
- Fire Punch
Recommended Teammates
Buneary saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Buneary maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Limber with Life Orb, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Return
- Fake Out
- Quick Attack
- Thunder Punch
Recommended Teammates
Buneary saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Buneary maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Limber with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Shadow Ball
- Agility
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Buneary saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Buneary maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Limber with Assault Vest, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Punch
- Return
- Fake Out
- Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
Buneary saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Buneary maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Limber with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Pivot Moveset
- Endeavor
- Quick Attack
- Baton Pass
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Buneary Weakness
Buneary's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Just 1 weak spot to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Buneary Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Buneary
Urshifu can KO Buneary with Close Combat (446-525%).
 Urshifu FightingDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityUnseenfist ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Buneary View Urshifu builds →Close Combat 2x446-525%KO Close Combat 2x446-525%KO | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Buneary grows into Lopunny through a straightforward two-stage chain. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 130 total stats over Buneary. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Buneary easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups.
How to Get Buneary
Buneary appears at moderate rates across 1 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Buneary in LZA
- Step 1Buneary ✓Wild Zone 6Lv.17-18OverworldLegends: Z-A
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LopunnyWild Zone 18Lv.55-56OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Buneary (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 3 locations for Buneary in early-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Buneary in PLA
The path to Buneary starts with Buneary at Lv. 3-50 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Buneary ✓The HeartwoodLv.13-16GrassRate 15%Bonechill WastesLv.43-46GrassRate 15%Snowfall Hot SpringLv.47-50CaveRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LopunnyThe HeartwoodLv.3-16GrassRate 15%Bonechill WastesLv.43-46GrassRate 15%Snowfall Hot SpringLv.47-50CaveRate 15%or evolve from Buneary (Step 1)
A solid number of locations for Buneary with decent spawn rates across early-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Buneary in BDSP
To get Buneary, start by catching Buneary through walking encounters at Lv. 10-20. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Buneary ✓Eterna ForestLv.10-12GrassRate 19%Glacial CavernLv.16-20CaveGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveIcy CaveLv.16-20CaveRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveSpacious CaveLv.16-20CaveStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveWhiteout CaveLv.16-20Cave
Step 2Evolve into Lopunny
Buneary is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 54 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 Buneary in SwSh
The path to Buneary starts with Buneary at Lv. 10-18 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Buneary ✓Fields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SnowingFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%Normal WeatherFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SandstormFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%Heavy FogFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%RainingFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%OvercastFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%ThunderstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%OvercastChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%ThunderstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%RainingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%RainingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%OvercastFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%ThunderstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Heavy FogFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal Weather
Step 2Evolve into LopunnyBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Lopunny egg.
Base Stats
Speed and Attack carry most of Buneary's stat budget. Defense's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Speed EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
If both of Buneary’s ears are rolled up, something is wrong with its body or mind. It’s a sure sign the Pokémon is in need of care.
Buneary Guide
Buneary is meant to evolve into Lopunny. At 350 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Watch for Lucario (Fighting) when using Buneary. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Run Away ensures success fleeing from wild battles. That's the one you want on Buneary. Limber is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Klutz works too if your team needs something different.
Base 85 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Buneary is a physical attacker with base 66 Attack. Defensively? Fragile, can't afford to take many hits.
You can run Buneary through the first few routes without issues. 350 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Lopunny as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 13 titles since its debut in Diamond & Pearl, Buneary spans 7 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in a solid number of games.
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 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
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 7LGPE
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
Winds & Waves