Hakamo-o Best Moveset
Dragon/Fighting at 75 Attack and 90 Defense with AbilityBulletproof blocking Shadow Ball and Focus Blast. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk since Kommo-o exists. The moveset has moderate physical dual TermStab behind Bulletproof defenses. One evolution from A-Tier.
Hakamo-o sat at D-Tier in Gen VII. This was Hakamo-o's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Bulletproof with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Hakamo-o best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Claw
- Iron Head
Recommended Teammates
Hakamo-o saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). This was a decline from D-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Bulletproof with Expert Belt, favoring a Serious nature.
Utility Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- Close Combat
- Toxic
- Iron Defense
Recommended Teammates
Hakamo-o saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Hakamo-o maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Bulletproof with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Iron Head
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Claw
Recommended Teammates
Hakamo-o Weakness
Hakamo O's Dragon/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Fairy, Ice, Flying, Psychic, and Dragon. Fairy hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. 7 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fairy |
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Flying, Psychic, Dragon |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass, Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Hakamo O Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Hakamo-o
Clefable threatens a KO with Moonblast (128-151%).
 Dragonite Dragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMultiscale ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Hakamo O View Dragonite builds →Extreme Speed26-31% Earthquake32-38% | ||
 Clefable Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Hakamo O View Clefable builds →Moonblast 4x128-151%KO | ||
 Baxcalibur DragonIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThermalexchange ItemLoaded Dice NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Hakamo O View Baxcalibur builds →Icicle Spear 2x26-31% | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Hakamo O View Salamence builds →Earthquake32-38% | ||
 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Hakamo O View Alakazam builds →Psychic 2x98-115%KO Shadow Ball29-34% Dazzling Gleam 4x116-137%KO | ||
Evolution
Hakamo O is the middle stage between Jangmo O and Kommo O. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with plenty of partners via one egg group. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+25 from Jangmo O). View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Hakamo-o to get Jangmo O eggs using 72 partners from the Dragon egg group.
How to Get Hakamo-o
moderate rates across 6 locations for Hakamo-o in late-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 Hakamo-o in SV
The path to Hakamo-o starts with Jangmo-o at Lv. 7-60 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch Jangmo-oKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Hakamo-o ✓Kitakami WildsLv.35-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.35-60OverworldOni MountainLv.35-60Overworldor evolve from Jangmo-o (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into Kommo-oBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Kommo-o egg.
Hakamo-o tops out at low spawn rates across 1 locations in endgame routes. The encounters below are sorted by rate so you can see exactly what you're working with.
Where To Catch Hakamo-o in SwSh
To get Hakamo-o, start by catching Jangmo-o through walking encounters at Lv. 16-52. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch Jangmo-oChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 10%OvercastPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 10%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 5%Intense SunLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 5%Overcast
Step 2Hakamo-o ✓Lake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 2%Thunderstormor evolve from Jangmo-o (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into Kommo-oBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Kommo-o egg.
2 encounter spots for Hakamo-o at moderate rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Hakamo-o in USUM
To get Hakamo-o, start by catching Jangmo-o through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 43-50. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch Jangmo-oVast Poni Canyon - OutsideLv.43-46GrassRate 5%
Step 2Hakamo-o ✓Vast Poni Canyon - OutsideLv.43-46GrassSOS from Jangmo-oor evolve from Jangmo-o (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into Kommo-oVast Poni Canyon - OutsideLv.43-46GrassSOS from Jangmo-oHeahea BeachLv.50Gift from NPCUltra MoonTotem gift (100 stickers)or evolve from Hakamo-o (Step 2)
moderate rates for Hakamo-o across 2 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Hakamo-o in SM
The path to Hakamo-o starts with Jangmo-o at Lv. 41-44 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Base Stats
Hakamo-o's spread isn't flashy. Defense leads, HP trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Defense EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Before attacking its enemies, it clashes its scales together and roars. Its sharp claws shred the opposition.
Hakamo-o Guide
Hakamo-o isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Watch for Sylveon (Fairy), Weavile (Ice), and Braviary (Flying) when using Hakamo-o. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Sylveon is the most dangerous since Fairy moves deal 4x damage. Psychic and Dragon-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Bulletproof protects against bullet, ball, and bomb-based moves. That's the one you want on Hakamo-o. Overcoat is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Soundproof works too if your team needs something different.
Hakamo-o fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 75 Attack. At base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Hakamo-o at 420 BST is a stepping stone. Evolve it when you can for a real stat jump.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Hakamo O has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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 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