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.
Its fur is warm and yet remarkably light. This Pokémon kicks as though it were a master of karate, driving back its opponents with ease.
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.
Jolly nature gives Lopunny the fast physical lean it needs to trade hits effectively. Assault Vest adds a special bulk boost with no status moves allowed, max Attack and Speed EVs split the difference, and utility options punishes anything trying to wall it.
Best Build
Best Lopunny Moveset
- Switcheroo
- Healing Wish
- Fake Out
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Iron Tail and Dynamic Punch bring the raw damage. But Lopunny also picks up coverage across 12 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
Lopunny can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Transfer Buneary from Diamond, Platinum, or Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
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