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.
The scaleless, scarred parts of its body are signs of its strength. It shows them off to defeated opponents.
Before attacking its enemies, it clashes its scales together and roars. Its sharp claws shred the opposition.
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 plenty of 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 using 60 partners from the Dragon egg group. Notable egg moves include Counter, Dragon Breath, Focus Punch.
Bulletproof isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Expert Belt for a super-effective damage boost without item lock and a spread EV build EVs, Hakamo O fills the setup attacker slot reliably. Serious nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Best Hakamo-o Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- Close Combat
- Toxic
- Iron Defense
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 Focus Punch 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
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 Sword & Shield
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-oMODERATEChallenge RoadOverworldLv.16-2110%MidRouteOvercastMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.19-2410%MidDesertOvercastCHALLENGINGLake of OutrageGrassLv.50-525%PostWaterOvercastCHALLENGINGLake of OutrageGrassLv.50-525%PostWaterIntense Sun
Step 2Hakamo-o ✓HARDLake of OutrageGrassLv.50-522%PostWaterThunderstormor 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 leaning toward the physical side (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