As a Psychic-type, Hypno fills a straightforward role. Only weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark. Known as the Hypnosis Pokémon. Relies on priority moves or Scarf to keep up. Known as the Hypnosis Pokemon.
Bulk defines Hypno's stat line. Sp. Def and HP anchor the defensive side, but Speed can't keep up offensively. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Sp. Def EVs.
The longer it swings its pendulum, the longer the effects of its hypnosis last.
Hypno Weakness
VulnerableBug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves hit Hypno for super-effective damage. Hypno's special bulk (base 115 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Evolved from Drowzee. Hypno is the final form in this two-stage line. A small partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Sp.Atk grew the most through evolution (+30 over Drowzee), and Hypno peaks at 483 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Hypno to get Drowzee eggs easily using 15 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Barrier, Light Screen.
The recommended build leans into Hypno's strengths as an attacker. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn, and flexible EVs EVs back that up. An ability rounds out the package.
Best Build
Best Hypno Moveset
- Reflect
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Curse
Recommended Teammates
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Hypno. TMs unlock Normal and Fighting coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Future Sight and Dream Eater into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Hypno sits at moderate rates across 1 spots in mid-game routes. Pick one from the sorted list and commit to it. Jumping between areas wastes more time than waiting in the right location.
Where To Catch Hypno in Crystal
To get Hypno, start by catching Drowzee through walking encounters at Lv. 12-16. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Catch DrowzeeEFFORTLESSRoute 34GrassLv.12CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 35GrassLv.12CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 6GrassLv.13CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 11GrassLv.14CommonEarlyRouteNight
- Step 2Hypno ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 11GrassLv.16RareMidRouteNightor evolve from Drowzee (Step 1)
We rate Hypno C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. At 483 BST, it fits the support role. Base 115 Sp. Def stands out.
Drowzee evolves into Hypno at level 26. Hypno is the fully evolved form. At 483 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
At base 67 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Hypno is a mixed attacker — base 73 Attack and 73 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a support.
Hypno appears in 19 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Hypno has appeared in 19 games — most mainline games. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- 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