Sp. Atk leads and Defense gets almost nothing. That's Jynx's stat line in a nutshell. 3 stats sit in respectable range, but the spread is brutal. Tough to catch and yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs.
Its cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
Its cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
Jynx is weak to Fire, Bug, Rock, Ghost, Dark, and Steel. Dry Skin grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Jynx's special bulk (base 95 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Bug, Rock, Ghost, Dark, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ice, Psychic |
Archaludon can KO Jynx with Flash Cannon (98-116%). Volcarona threatens a KO with Heat Wave (116-137%). Annihilape's Drain Punch also KOs at 88-104%.
 Archaludon SteelDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStamina ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Jynx View Archaludon builds →Flash Cannon 2x98-116%KO Dragon Pulse52-62% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemGrassyseed NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Jynx View Volcarona builds →Heat Wave 2x116-137%KO | ||
 Annihilape FightingGhost | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemSitrus Berry NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Jynx View Annihilape builds →Drain Punch88-104%KO | ||
 Volcanion FireWater | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Jynx View Volcanion builds →Flamethrower 2x125-147%KO | ||
 Kingambit DarkSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySupremeoverlord ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Jynx View Kingambit builds →Sucker Punch 2x236-278%KO | ||
Evolved from Smoochum. Jynx is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Sp.Atk grew the most through evolution (+30 over Smoochum), and Jynx peaks at 455 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Jynx to get Smoochum eggs (with patience) using 70 partners from the Humanshape egg group.
the remaining moves gives Jynx answers even while choice-locked. Choice Scarf provides speed patching through item lock, and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs with Dryskin mean every prediction that lands hits hard.
Best Build
Jynx best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Psychic
- Shadow Ball
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Utility Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Psychic
- Brick Break
- Ice Punch
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Psychic
- Shadow Ball
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Utility Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Psychic
- Brick Break
- Ice Punch
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.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Lovely Kiss
- Psyshock
- Magic Coat
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Attacker Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Psychic
- Rest
- Sleep Talk
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs carry this one. Jynx learns Blizzard and Dream Eater naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Ghost and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs carry this one. Jynx learns Future Sight and Blizzard naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Ghost and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
TMs carry this one. Jynx learns Blizzard and Dream Eater naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Ghost and beyond give it real matchup play.
Egg moves make a real difference. Jynx gets Captivate and Fake Out exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 9 types rounds out the picture alongside Blizzard and Dream Eater.
Jynx doesn't appear wild. Catch Smoochum instead, it shows up at solid rates. Evolve it at level 30 to get Jynx. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Jynx in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Jynx, start by catching Smoochum through walking encounters at Lv. 16-63. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SmoochumDazzling CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-63 Cave15%MidUnique encounterDazzling CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-63 Cave15%MidUnique encounterIcy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-63 Ice15%MidUnique encounterIcy CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-63 Ice15%MidUnique encounterStargleam CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-63 Cave15%MidUnique encounterStargleam CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-63 Cave15%MidUnique encounterGlacial CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-63 Cave10%MidUnique encounterGlacial CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-63 Cave10%MidUnique encounterLake AcuityBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.35 Water40%LateSwarm activeLake AcuityShining PearlGrass Lv.35 Water40%LateSwarm activeDazzling CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameDazzling CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameIcy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameIcy CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameStargleam CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameStargleam CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-game
Step 2Jynx ✓
24 encounter spots for Jynx at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Jynx in Sword & Shield
To get Jynx, start by catching Smoochum through walking encounters at Lv. 60-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SmoochumFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostNormal WeatherFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowstormFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowingFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowingFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostOvercastFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostNormal WeatherFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostOvercastFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowstormSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6525%PostSnowingSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6525%PostSnowingSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6525%PostSnowstormSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6525%PostSnowstormFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostIntense SunFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostIntense SunFrostpoint FieldSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostHeavy FogFrostpoint FieldShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6520%PostOvercastSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6520%PostNormal WeatherSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6520%PostOvercastSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6520%PostNormal WeatherSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6516%PostIntense SunSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6516%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-6516%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-6516%PostIntense Sun
Step 2Jynx ✓Frostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostNormal WeatherFrostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostSnowstormFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostIntense SunFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostSnowingFrostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostIntense SunFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostHeavy FogFrostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostSnowingFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostOvercastFrostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostHeavy FogFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostNormal WeatherFrostpoint FieldShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostOvercastFrostpoint FieldSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice10%PostSnowstormSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostSnowingSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostIntense SunSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostSnowingSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostOvercastSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostOvercastSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostSnowstormSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostSnowstormSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostIntense Sunor evolve from Smoochum (Step 1)
Grab Jynx from the locations below, it shows up in the wild. Drop it at the nursery to hatch Smoochum. From there, level the baby through the remaining stages to Jynx.
Where To Catch Jynx in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Smoochum is your first catch on the way to Jynx. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 39-44 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Breed Smoochum from JynxBreed from Jynx at the Day Care.
Step 2Jynx ✓Seafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%LateSeafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%LateSeafoam Islands - Area 2Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%LateSeafoam Islands - Area 2Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%LateSeafoam Islands - Area 3Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%LateSeafoam Islands - Area 3Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.39-44 Water14%Lateor evolve from Smoochum (Step 1)
A handful of locations for Jynx with moderate rates across early-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 Jynx in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
To get Jynx, start by catching Smoochum through gift and walking encounters at Lv. 9-55. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SmoochumSeaward CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.9-12 Cave30%EarlySeaward CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.9-12 Cave30%Early
Step 2Jynx ✓Seaward CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.9-12 CaveEarlySOS from SmoochumSeaward CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.9-12 CaveEarlySOS from SmoochumPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.21-273%MidPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.21-273%MidPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.37-433%LatePoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.37-433%LatePoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.49-552%PostPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.49-552%Postor evolve from Smoochum (Step 1)
Dry Skin changes the entire equation for Jynx. The 455 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as a wallbreaker.
Dry Skin is what you want on Jynx. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Oblivious, Forewarn) work on paper but Dry Skin is what makes Jynx worth using.
Base 95 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Jynx is a special attacker with base 115 Sp. Atk. Best used as a wallbreaker.
The core moveset is Ice Beam, Psychic, Energy Ball, and Focus Blast. Ice Beam leads at 25% usage. Psychic provides reliable STAB damage.
One of the original 151, Jynx 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.
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- 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