Stats & Training
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 arcing movement and glitter of the pendulum in a HYPNO’s hand lull the foe into deep hypnosis. While searching for prey, it polishes the pendulum.
Hypno Weakness
Bug, Ghost, and Dark 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Psychic |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
In Emerald, Forretress's Explosion hits Hypno for 42-50%. Houndoom's Crunch hits Hypno for 56-66%.
 Forretress BugSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Hypno View Forretress builds →Rapid Spin9-10% Explosion42-50% Earthquake17-20% | ||
 Houndoom DarkFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Hypno View Houndoom builds →Pursuit 2x29-34% Fire Blast38-45% Crunch 2x56-66% | ||
 Dusclops Ghost | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Hypno View Dusclops builds →Shadow Ball 2x30-36% | ||
Emerald Evolution
Evolved from Drowzee. Hypno is the final form in this two-stage line. A decent 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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Hypno to get Drowzee eggs easily using 28 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Assist, Barrier, Fire Punch and 3 more.
Emerald Hypno Best Moveset
The build revolves around Baton Pass for safe pivoting. Insomnia and Leftovers support Hypno's hit-and-run approach, with HP-heavy investment EVs making sure each pivot actually threatens. The remaining moves adds versatility.
Best Build
Hypno best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Baton Pass
- Calm Mind
- Psychic
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Don't skip the egg moves. Hypno picks up Assist and Barrier only through breeding, and both fill gaps the natural movepool can't. STAB runs through Future Sight and Dream Eater while coverage across 7 types adds range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Hypno in Emerald
Hypno can't be caught in Emerald. Transfer Drowzee from Red, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Hypno Guide
For Emerald, we rate Hypno C-Tier: a niche pick in Emerald's meta. At 483 BST, it fits the support role. Baton Pass with Leftovers is the standard set.
Insomnia prevents sleep. That's the one you want on Hypno. Inner Focus is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Forewarn works too if your team needs something different.
At base 67 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Hypno is a special attacker with base 73 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a support.
For Emerald, Hypno has answers, but so do you. Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type attackers hit hardest.
Game Availability
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.
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