Jynx punches above its weight class thanks to Dry Skin. It heals from Water moves but takes extra Fire damage, which is enough to make up for stats that don't impress on their own. Its typing leaves 6 weaknesses to cover, which limits where it can switch in safely.
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.
It sways its hips to a rhythm all its own. The precise movements of Jynx living in Alola are truly wonderful.
Its strange cries sound like human language. There are some musicians who compose songs for Jynx to sing.
Jynx Weakness
FragileJynx is weak to Fire, Bug, Rock, Ghost, Dark, and Steel-type moves. 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.
Evolved from Smoochum. Jynx 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 Smoochum), and Jynx peaks at 455 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Jynx to get Smoochum eggs (with patience) from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Captivate, Fake Out, Ice Punch and 5 more.
For a special attacker, Jynx wants max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs and Iciumz. The Timid nature tilts toward fast special duty, and Dryskin contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Jynx Moveset
- Lovely Kiss
- Psyshock
- Magic Coat
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
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 SmoochumEFFORTLESSSeaward CaveUltra SunGrassLv.9-1230%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSSeaward CaveUltra MoonGrassLv.9-1230%EarlyCave
Step 2Jynx ✓Seaward CaveUltra SunGrassLv.9-12EarlyCaveSOS from SmoochumSeaward CaveUltra MoonGrassLv.9-12EarlyCaveSOS from SmoochumMODERATEPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.21-273%MidMODERATEPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.21-273%MidMODERATEPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.37-433%LateMODERATEPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.37-433%LateMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.49-552%PostMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.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.
Smoochum evolves into Jynx at level 30. Jynx is the fully evolved form. It sits at 455 BST in its evolved form.
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.
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