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.
Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn.
Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes.
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 51 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Bullet Punch, Counter, Feint and 5 more.
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
- Thunder Punch
- Bullet Punch
- Power Up Punch
Recommended Teammates
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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
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 FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherMODERATERolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowstormMODERATERolling 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 - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySandstormMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyRainingMODERATERolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-105%EarlySnowingMODERATERolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATERolling 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 - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterThunderstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSandstormMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterIntense SunMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterRainingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterSnowingMODERATESouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth 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)
Hitmonchan works as an attacker with 455 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. 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