Jynx is an Ice/Psychic-type from Gen 1. Its typing leaves 6 weaknesses to cover, which limits where it can switch in safely. 115 base Sp. Atk is its best stat. Known as the Human Shape Pokemon. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier.
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 stat exp.
It has several different cry patterns, each of which seems to have its own meaning.
Jynx Weakness
FragileJynx is weak to Fire, Bug, Rock, Ghost, Dark, and Steel-type moves. Jynx's special bulk (base 95 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 Smoochum. Jynx 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 Smoochum), and Jynx peaks at 455 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Jynx to get Smoochum eggs (with patience) using 15 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Meditate.
Best Build
Best Jynx Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Lovely Kiss
- Psychic
- Thief
Recommended Teammates
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
Reminder Moves
You'll want mid-game access before hunting Jynx. Moderate rates across 4 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Jynx in Crystal
The path to Jynx starts with Smoochum at Lv. 5-23 via walking and gift encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SmoochumEFFORTLESSRoute 34Gift from NPCLv.5CommonEarlyRouteHatch Odd Egg (random)
Step 2Jynx ✓CHALLENGINGIce Path - 1FGrassLv.21-23RareMidIceMorning/dayCHALLENGINGIce Path - B1FGrassLv.22RareMidIceMorning/dayCHALLENGINGIce Path - B2FGrassLv.22RareMidIceMorning/dayCHALLENGINGIce Path - B3FGrassLv.22RareMidIceMorning/dayor evolve from Smoochum (Step 1)
We rate Jynx B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. At 455 BST, it fits the pivot role. Base 115 Sp. Atk stands out.
Smoochum evolves into Jynx at level 30. Jynx is the fully evolved form. It sits at 455 BST in its evolved form.
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 pivot.
Jynx appears in 19 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
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.
- 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