Attack leads and Sp. Atk gets almost nothing. That's Hitmonlee's stat line in a nutshell. 3 stats sit in respectable range, but the spread is brutal. Tough to catch and yields 2 Attack EVs.
Its legs can stretch to double their length. First-time foes are startled by Hitmonlee’s extensible reach.
Hitmonlee Weakness
AvgType-wise, Hitmonlee takes extra damage from Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Hitmonlee's special bulk (base 110 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Hitmonlee is one of 3 ways Tyrogue's chain can end. This one takes the level-up path, while the siblings go different directions. Breed through Tyrogue to get eggs. Hitmonlee and Hitmonchan share the same 455 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Hitmonlee to get Tyrogue eggs (with patience) using 70 partners from the Humanshape egg group.
One boost from Swords Dance and Hitmonlee gets dangerous fast. The Adamant nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Unburden backs the whole approach. Knock Off and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Close Combat
- Swords Dance
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Sucker Punch
- Rapid Spin
- Axe Kick
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Knock Off
- Blaze Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Poison Jab
- Rapid Spin
- High Jump Kick
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Utility Moveset
- Curse
- Wide Guard
- Close Combat
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Poison Jab
- Rapid Spin
- High Jump Kick
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Utility Moveset
- Curse
- Wide Guard
- Close Combat
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
TMs carry this one. Hitmonlee learns High Jump Kick and Close Combat naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Dark and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The egg pool carries weight here. Bullet Punch and Counter aren't available any other way for Hitmonlee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Focus Punch and High Jump Kick for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Bullet Punch and Counter aren't available any other way for Hitmonlee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of High Jump Kick and Close Combat for solid options.
TMs carry this one. Hitmonlee learns High Jump Kick and Superpower naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Ground and beyond give it real matchup play.
No wild encounters for Hitmonlee in Scarlet & Violet. Bring Tyrogue over from Gold, Crystal, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
No wild encounters for Hitmonlee. The 2-stage line runs through Tyrogue, which you can catch at decent rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 20 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Hitmonlee in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Hitmonlee, start by catching Tyrogue through walking and special encounters at Lv. 12-63. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch TyrogueRoute 211 - WestShining PearlUsing PokeRadar Lv.12-14 Route22%EarlyRoute 211 - WestBrilliant DiamondUsing PokeRadar Lv.12-14 Route22%EarlyRoute 208Shining PearlUsing PokeRadar Lv.17-18 Route22%MidRoute 208Brilliant DiamondUsing PokeRadar Lv.17-18 Route22%MidGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGrassland CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSunlit CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-game
Step 2Hitmonlee ✓
moderate rates is the best you'll get on Hitmonlee in late-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Hitmonlee in Sword & Shield
Tyrogue is your first catch on the way to Hitmonlee. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-47 across 71 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch TyrogueRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-1028%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.11-13 Water10%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.11-13 Water10%EarlyOvercastRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowingRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySandstormRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyRainingRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowingRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySandstormRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyRainingRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowstormRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormRolling FieldsShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowstormRolling FieldsSwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowstormRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowingRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySandstormRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyThunderstormRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyRainingRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyIntense SunRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowingRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySandstormRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyRainingRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlySnowstormRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyHeavy FogRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.7-105%EarlyNormal WeatherWest Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.7-11 Cave5%EarlyOvercastWest Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.7-11 Cave5%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyThunderstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyIntense SunSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySnowingSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySandstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyThunderstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyRainingSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyIntense SunSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyHeavy FogSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySnowingSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySandstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyNormal WeatherSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyRainingSouth Lake Miloch - 2SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyHeavy FogSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake Miloch - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water5%EarlyNormal WeatherRoute 3ShieldOverworld Lv.10-14 Route2%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 3SwordOverworld Lv.10-14 Route2%EarlyAll WeatherDappled GroveShieldOverworld Lv.13-15 Forest2%EarlyOvercastDappled GroveSwordOverworld Lv.13-15 Forest2%EarlyOvercastStony WildernessShieldOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherStony WildernessSwordOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 2SwordOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3015%MidNormal WeatherGiant's SeatShieldOverworld Lv.33-38 Water2%LateOvercastGiant's SeatSwordOverworld Lv.33-38 Water2%LateOvercast
Step 2Hitmonlee ✓Dusty BowlOverworld Lv.42-475%LateOvercastor evolve from Tyrogue (Step 1)
Tyrogue doesn't appear in the wild, so the 2-stage path to Hitmonlee starts at the nursery. Catch Hitmonlee first, breed for Tyrogue, then evolve through the chain.
Where To Catch Hitmonlee in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Hitmonlee starts with Tyrogue at Lv. 30-46 via gift and walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Breed Tyrogue from HitmonleeBreed from Hitmonlee at the Day Care.
Step 2Hitmonlee ✓Saffron CityLet's Go EeveeGift from NPC Lv.30 CityMidSaffron CityLet's Go PikachuGift from NPC Lv.30 CityMidVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.41-46 CaveRareLateUnique encounterVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.41-46 CaveRareLateUnique encounteror evolve from Tyrogue (Step 1)
We rate Hitmonlee B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. At 455 BST, it fits the cannon role. Base 120 Attack stands out.
Limber is the go-to ability for Hitmonlee. It prevents paralysis. Its hidden ability Unburden can work in specific setups. Reckless is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Base 87 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Hitmonlee is a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a cannon.
Best way to handle Hitmonlee: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Flying, Psychic, and Fairy-type attackers hit hardest.
One of the original 151, Hitmonlee has appeared in 20 games — most mainline games. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
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