Fomantis Best Moveset
Grass at 55 Attack and 35 Speed with AbilityContrary reversing stat changes. MoveLeaf Storm drops become boosts. Pre-evolution stats behind the right ability. The moveset can't use Contrary effectively at this Attack level. Evolve to Lurantis for 105 Attack and the Contrary physical set.
Fomantis was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. This was Fomantis's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Contrary with Eviolite, favoring a Timid nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Fomantis best EVs are Speed and Sp. Atk
Utility Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Giga Drain
- Defog
- Signal Beam
Fomantis was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Fomantis maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Contrary with Leftovers, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Weather Ball
- Sunny Day
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Fomantis was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Fomantis maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Contrary with Eviolite, favoring a Hasty nature.
Utility Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Superpower
- Giga Drain
- Tera Blast
Recommended Teammates
Fomantis Weakness
Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug moves hit Fomantis for super-effective damage. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Fomantis Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Fomantis
Scizor can KO Fomantis with U-turn (284-334%). Weavile's Ice Shard also KOs at 95-111%.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Fomantis View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch81-95% Knock Off88-104%KO U Turn 2x284-334%KO Close Combat162-190%KO | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Fomantis View Weavile builds →Knock Off76-90% Ice Shard 2x95-111%KO | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Fomantis View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball88-104%KO Sludge Bomb 2x198-233%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Fomantis View Salamence builds →Earthquake46-54% | ||
Evolution
Fomantis evolves into Lurantis. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 230 total stats over Fomantis. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Fomantis easily with 89 breeding partners from the Plant egg group.
How to Get Fomantis
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 30 locations. Fomantis's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Fomantis in SV
The path to Fomantis starts with Fomantis at Lv. 7-60 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Fomantis ✓Apple HillsLv.7-60OverworldKitakami HallLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.7-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.7-60OverworldNorth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchLv.16-38OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchLv.16-38OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchLv.16-38OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchLv.16-38OverworldRate 36%Tagtree Thicket - Flower PatchLv.16-38OverworldRate 36%Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LurantisCasseroya Lake - ForestLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - Flower PatchLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%Tagtree Thicket - Flower PatchLv.34-56OverworldRate 12%Kitakami WildsLv.35-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.35-60Overworldor evolve from Fomantis (Step 1)
A solid number of locations for Fomantis 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 Fomantis in SwSh
To get Fomantis, start by catching Fomantis through walking encounters at Lv. 10-21. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Fomantis ✓Challenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%Intense SunForest of FocusLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%Intense SunSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%Intense SunTraining LowlandsLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 20%Intense SunTraining LowlandsLv.13-18OverworldSwordRate 20%Intense SunChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunForest of FocusLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunSoothing WetlandsLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 15%Intense Sun
Step 2Evolve into LurantisBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Lurantis egg.
decent spawn rates for Fomantis across 8 locations in early-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Fomantis in USUM
The path to Fomantis starts with Fomantis at Lv. 13-30 via walking and gift encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Fomantis ✓Route 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassRate 20%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LurantisHeahea BeachLv.30Gift from NPCUltra SunTotem gift (50 stickers)or evolve from Fomantis (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 8 locations. Fomantis's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Fomantis in SM
To get Fomantis, start by catching Fomantis through walking encounters at Lv. 13-21. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Fomantis ✓Route 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - NorthLv.18-21GrassRate 30%Lush Jungle - SouthLv.18-21GrassRate 20%Lush Jungle - WestLv.18-21GrassRate 20%Shaking spot
- Step 2Evolve into LurantisBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Lurantis egg.
Base Stats
Fomantis's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Attack EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Many Trainers give their Fomantis their own flowerpots so they can sunbathe in peace and quiet.
Fomantis Guide
Fomantis does the job early-game if you need a Grass type on your team. Evolve it into Lurantis before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Fomantis has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- 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 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
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