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.
In Alola, Komala is Hypno’s main target. It rarely harms people.
There are some Hypno that assist doctors with patients who can’t sleep at night in hospitals.
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.
Evolved from Drowzee. Hypno is the final form in this two-stage line. No compatible partners 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 from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Assist, Barrier, Fire Punch and 11 more.
max HP and Sp. Def EVs and Calm nature turn Hypno into a wall that doesn't fold easily. Focus Sash brings a guaranteed survive from full HP for the long game, and the moveset handles sustain. Insomnia fills in the gaps.
Best Build
Best Hypno Moveset
- Hypnosis
- Psychic
- Toxic
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Coverage runs deep. Hypno can hit 10 types beyond STAB, including Normal and Fighting. The offense anchors on Future Sight and Synchronoise while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
A handful of locations for Hypno with decent spawn rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Hypno in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
To get Hypno, start by catching Drowzee through walking and fixed encounters at Lv. 6-57. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
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Step 2Hypno ✓Hau'oli City - Shopping DistrictUltra MoonInteract with PokemonLv.29MidCityOne-timePost-OliviaHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictUltra SunInteract with PokemonLv.29MidCityOne-timePost-OliviaEASYPoni Plains - NorthUltra MoonGrassLv.54-5720%PostEASYPoni Plains - NorthUltra SunGrassLv.54-5720%PostMODERATEPoni Plains - NorthUltra SunGrassLv.54-5710%PostDayMODERATEPoni Plains - NorthUltra MoonGrassLv.54-5710%PostDayor 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.
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.
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