Lillipup sits at the start of its evolution line — not yet at full power, but that changes fast. Most trainers push through to Stoutland as fast as possible. Part of the Gen 5 roster. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively.
Nothing fancy in Lillipup's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 1 Attack EV per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It faces strong opponents with great courage. But, when at a disadvantage in a fight, this intelligent Pokémon flees.
The long hair around its face provides an amazing radar that lets it sense subtle changes in its surroundings.
Lillipup Weakness
GoodType-wise, Lillipup takes extra damage from Fighting. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Lillipup's Normal typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Lillipup kicks off a three-stage evolution line through Herdier all the way to Stoutland. For breeding, quick to hatch with a massive partner pool via one egg group. Evolving adds up to 225 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Lillipup easily with 180 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Charm, Endure, Fire Fang and 8 more to offspring.
Best Build
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The egg pool carries weight here. Charm and Endure aren't available any other way for Lillipup, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Giga Impact and Last Resort for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Easy grab on Lillipup with high spawn rates across 8 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Lillipup. 8 walking spots at Lv. 2-11 spread across Black and White, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
At 275 BST, Lillipup is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Herdier before bringing it to any serious fight.
Lillipup's biggest threats include Hitmonlee (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Lillipup evolves into Herdier at level 16. Lillipup is the base form in a 3-stage evolutionary line.
Vital Spirit is the go-to ability for Lillipup. It prevents sleep. Its hidden ability Run Away can work in specific setups. Pickup is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Lillipup is a physical attacker with base 60 Attack. Fragile — can't afford to take many hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Lillipup appears in 7 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Since Black & White, Lillipup has been obtainable in 7 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Lillipup has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
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 VBWDebut
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