Free switch-ins on Ghost moves make Lopunny useful in any team that needs that coverage. Only 1 weaknesses keeps it safe in most matchups. Known as the Rabbit Pokemon. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets.
Nothing fancy in Lopunny's spread. It leans physical with Speed out front. And you'll get 2 Speed EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
An extremely cautious Pokémon that cloaks its body with its fluffy ear fur when it senses danger.
It likes to keep itself clean and never fails to groom its ears. It runs with sprightly jumps.
Lopunny Weakness
GoodLopunny is weak to Fighting-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. With 65 HP and balanced defenses, Lopunny can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Lopunny is what Buneary becomes. Breed it for Buneary eggs (average hatch time). No compatible partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Buneary pushed Lopunny to 480 total stats. Defense saw the largest single gain at +40.
How to Evolve
Breed with Lopunny to get Buneary eggs easily from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups. Notable egg moves include Circle Throw, Copycat, Cosmic Power and 13 more.
For a physical attacker, Lopunny wants max Attack and Speed EVs and Custapberry. The Adamant nature tilts toward physical duty, and Limber contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Lopunny Moveset
- Entrainment
- Close Combat
- Endure
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
High Jump Kick and Blizzard bring the raw damage. But Lopunny also picks up coverage across 13 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Can't catch Lopunny directly. Start with Buneary at decent rates from the locations below, then evolve with high friendship. The 2-stage line from Buneary to Lopunny is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Lopunny in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Buneary is your first catch on the way to Lopunny. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-20 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BunearyEASYEterna ForestBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.10-1219%EarlyForestEASYEterna ForestShining PearlGrassLv.10-1219%EarlyForestGlacial CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveGlacial CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveGrassland CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveIcy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidIceIcy CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidIceRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveSunlit CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCave
Step 2Lopunny ✓
Lopunny works as a pivot with 480 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 105 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Lopunny's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Buneary evolves into Lopunny by leveling up. Lopunny is the fully evolved form. At 480 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Lopunny. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Limber can work in specific setups. Klutz is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Lopunny is leaning toward the physical side (base 76 Attack). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
Lopunny appears in 13 games, including Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver, and Diamond & Pearl.
Available since Diamond & Pearl, Lopunny appears in 13 games spanning 6 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 7.
- 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 IVDPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORASMega
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