While most trainers evolve Hakamo-o into Kommo O immediately, the unevolved form has a niche with Eviolite boosting its defenses. Watch the Fairy matchup though — quadruple damage means one hit can end it. Watch the Fairy matchup though — quadruple damage means one hit can end it.
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.
It leaps at its prey with a courageous shout. Its scaly punches tear its opponents to shreds.
It sheds and regrows its scales on a continuous basis. The scales become harder and sharper each time they’re regrown.
Hakamo O Weakness
FragileHakamo O's Dragon/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Fairy, Ice, Flying, Psychic, and Dragon moves. Fairy hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. 7 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
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 no compatible partners via one egg group. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+25 from Jangmo O).
How to Evolve
Breed with Hakamo-o to get Jangmo O eggs from the Dragon egg group. Notable egg moves include Counter, Dragon Breath, Reversal.
Focus Sash buys the setup turn. Hakamo O clicks Dragon Dance, then starts cleaning with Dragon Dance and Ground coverage. Adamant nature with max Attack without Speed EVs makes sure nothing tanks a boosted hit comfortably.
Best Build
Best Hakamo-o Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Claw
- Drain Punch
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
The natural movepool does the job, but Counter and Dragon Breath from the egg pool give Hakamo O something extra. Pair those with Draco Meteor and Outrage for STAB and coverage across 7 types for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
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 Sun & Moon
The path to Hakamo-o starts with Jangmo-o at Lv. 41-44 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch Jangmo-oCHALLENGINGVast Poni Canyon - OutsideSunGrassLv.41-445%LateCHALLENGINGVast Poni Canyon - OutsideMoonGrassLv.41-445%Late
Step 2Hakamo-o ✓Vast Poni Canyon - OutsideSunGrassLv.41-44LateSOS from Jangmo-oVast Poni Canyon - OutsideMoonGrassLv.41-44LateSOS from Jangmo-oor evolve from Jangmo-o (Step 1)
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 can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Hakamo O has appeared in 4 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A