Nothing about Hitmonchan screams competitive powerhouse, and that's fine. Fighting means only weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Needs some investment to avoid getting outsped. Known as the Punching Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Hitmonchan's spread. It leans physical with Sp. Def out front. And you'll get 2 Sp. Def EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
When Hitmonchan twists its arm while throwing a punch, the blow will pulverize even concrete. The Pokémon rests after three minutes of fighting.
Hitmonchan Weakness
AvgHitmonchan's Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy moves. Hitmonchan's special bulk (base 110 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Out of 3 evolutions from Tyrogue, Hitmonchan comes from the level-up path. The method you use determines which form you end up with. Breed through Tyrogue to get eggs. Both Hitmonchan and Hitmonlee hit 455 total stats from Tyrogue. The difference is how those stats are split.
How to Evolve
Breed with Hitmonchan to get Tyrogue eggs (with patience) using 70 partners from the Humanshape egg group.
Bulk and offense in one package. Hitmonchan runs Assault Vest for a special bulk boost with no status moves allowed with a Adamant nature, so it survives long enough to threaten with Drain Punch. Max HP and Attack EVs and the remaining moves make it hard to safely switch into.
Best Build
Best Hitmonchan Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Rapid Spin
- Knock Off
- Mach Punch
STAB runs through Focus Punch and Close Combat for the basics, but Hitmonchan's real strength is the 10-type coverage spread. Normal and Steel hit common defensive types, and the movepool keeps going.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You'll want to breed for Bullet Punch and Counter on Hitmonchan. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Focus Punch and High Jump Kick, they expand what Hitmonchan can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Bullet Punch and Counter on Hitmonchan. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Focus Punch and High Jump Kick, they expand what Hitmonchan can actually threaten in practice.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Hitmonchan learns Earthquake naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Normal and Fire coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
Hitmonchan isn't available in the wild in Scarlet & Violet. Start by transferring Tyrogue from Gold, Crystal, or Sword. The evolution path from Tyrogue to Hitmonchan is covered in the steps below.
Can't catch Hitmonchan directly. Start with Tyrogue at decent rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 20. The 2-stage line from Tyrogue to Hitmonchan is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Hitmonchan in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Tyrogue is your first catch on the way to Hitmonchan. You'll find walking and special encounters from Lv. 12-63 across 16 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch TyrogueCHALLENGINGRoute 211 - WestShining PearlUsing PokeRadarLv.12-1422%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 211 - WestBrilliant DiamondUsing PokeRadarLv.12-1422%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 208Shining PearlUsing PokeRadarLv.17-1822%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 208Brilliant DiamondUsing PokeRadarLv.17-1822%MidRouteGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameGrassland CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSunlit CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-game
Step 2Hitmonchan ✓
moderate rates across 1 encounter spots for Hitmonchan. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Hitmonchan in Sword & Shield
The path to Hitmonchan starts with Tyrogue at Lv. 7-47 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch TyrogueEASYRolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastEASYRolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastEASYRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastEASYRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowingMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySandstormMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowingMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySandstormMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowstormMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowstormMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowingMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySandstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowingMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySandstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordGrassLv.7-115%EarlyCaveOvercastCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldGrassLv.7-115%EarlyCaveOvercastMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterThunderstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSnowstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterIntense SunMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSnowingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSandstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterThunderstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterRainingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterIntense SunMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSnowingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSandstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterRainingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSnowstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterOvercastMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGRoute 3ShieldOverworldLv.10-142%EarlyRouteAll WeatherCHALLENGINGRoute 3SwordOverworldLv.10-142%EarlyRouteAll WeatherCHALLENGINGDappled GroveShieldOverworldLv.13-152%EarlyForestOvercastCHALLENGINGDappled GroveSwordOverworldLv.13-152%EarlyForestOvercastEASYStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherEASYStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherEASYStony Wilderness - 2ShieldOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherEASYStony Wilderness - 2SwordOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherEASYStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherEASYStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGGiant's SeatShieldOverworldLv.33-382%LateWaterOvercastCHALLENGINGGiant's SeatSwordOverworldLv.33-382%LateWaterOvercast
Step 2Hitmonchan ✓MODERATEDusty BowlOverworldLv.42-475%LateOvercastor evolve from Tyrogue (Step 1)
This 2-stage line starts with Tyrogue, a baby that doesn't spawn wild. Breed Hitmonchan at the nursery to hatch one, then level through the stages to reach Hitmonchan.
Where To Catch Hitmonchan in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
To get Hitmonchan, start by catching Tyrogue through gift and walking encounters at Lv. 30-46. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Breed Tyrogue from HitmonchanBreed from Hitmonchan at the Day Care.
Step 2Hitmonchan ✓Saffron CityLet's Go EeveeGift from NPCLv.30MidCitySaffron CityLet's Go PikachuGift from NPCLv.30MidCityCHALLENGINGVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.41-46RareLateCaveUnique encounterCHALLENGINGVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.41-46RareLateCaveUnique encounteror evolve from Tyrogue (Step 1)
Hitmonchan works as an attacker with 455 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list — a solid choice for the right team. That 110 base Sp. Def does the heavy lifting.
Watch for Aerodactyl (Flying), Alakazam (Psychic), and Clefable (Fairy) when using Hitmonchan. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB.
Keen Eye prevents accuracy from being lowered — that's the one you want on Hitmonchan. Inner Focus is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Iron Fist works too if your team needs something different.
Hitmonchan is a physical attacker with base 105 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 76 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. Fits the attacker role.
Hitmonchan appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Present since Red & Blue, Hitmonchan appears in 20 games spanning 9 generations. Gen 1 originals like Hitmonchan have the longest track record of availability in the series.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
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 VIISM
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