Stats & Training
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.
Its legs can stretch to double their length. First-time foes are startled by Hitmonlee’s extensible reach.
Hitmonlee Weakness
Type-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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
 Lunala PsychicGhost | S | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cosmog (Lake Of The Moone Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Lunala builds →Dream Eater 2x112-132%KO Moonblast 2x70-83% Psychic 2x99-118%KO Fly 2x100-118%KO | ||
 Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Obtain MethodRuins Of Life Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast 2x102-120%KO Psychic 2x95-113%KO Psyshock 2x86-101%KO Extrasensory 2x86-101%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Salamence builds →Fly 2x175-206%KO Zen Headbutt 2x103-122%KO Aerial Ace 2x118-139%KO | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Metagross builds →Psychic 2x75-89% Zen Headbutt 2x154-182%KO Psyshock 2x67-79% Aerial Ace 2x78-93% | ||
 Necrozma Psychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Necrozma builds →Prismatic Laser 2x165-194%KO Psychic 2x94-110%KO Psyshock 2x83-98% Psycho Cut 2x112-132%KO | ||
In Sun & Moon, Latias can KO Hitmonlee with Psyshock (90-106%). Gliscor deals 71-84% with Earthquake.
 Latias DragonPsychic | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemDragoniumz NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Latias builds →Draco Meteor72-85% Psyshock 2x90-106%KO | ||
 Magearna SteelFairy | S | |
Recommended Build AbilitySoulheart ItemAssault Vest NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Magearna builds →Volt Switch24-29% Ice Beam31-37% | ||
 Gliscor Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Gliscor builds →Earthquake71-84% | ||
 Gardevoir PsychicFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemChoice Scarf NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Gardevoir builds →Psychic 2x110-129%KO Shadow Ball33-39% Thunderbolt37-43% Moonblast 2x116-137%KO | ||
 Staraptor Normal | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemChoice Scarf NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Hitmonlee View Staraptor builds →U Turn25-29% Close Combat85-100%KO | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
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 56 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Bullet Punch, Counter, Endure and 8 more.
Sun & Moon Hitmonlee Best Moveset
Nothing fancy here. Hitmonlee builds around Normalgem for extra utility, Adamant nature for the right stat lean, and max Attack and Speed EVs. Unburden does its job quietly.
Best Build
Hitmonlee best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Fake Out
- High Jump Kick
- Blaze Kick
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Fake Out
- Blaze Kick
- Close Combat
- High Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
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 High Jump Kick and Close Combat for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Hitmonlee in Sun & Moon
Hitmonlee can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Tyrogue from Gold, Crystal, or Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Hitmonlee Guide
For Sun & Moon, we rate Hitmonlee B-Tier: a solid option in Sun & Moon for the right team. At 455 BST, it fits the cannon role. Fakeout with Normalgem is the standard set.
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.
For Sun & Moon, the core moveset is Fakeout, High Jump Kick, Blazekick, and Earthquake. Fakeout leads at 25% usage. This set covers the cannon role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
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.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves