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.
The ears appear to be delicate. If they are touched roughly, it kicks with its graceful legs.
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.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Lopunny is what Buneary becomes. Breed it for Buneary eggs (average hatch time). A massive partner pool 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 using 131 partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups. Notable egg moves include Attract, Double Hit, Encore and 9 more.
For a physical attacker, Lopunny wants max Attack and Speed EVs and Ironball. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Klutz contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Lopunny Moveset
- Switcheroo
- Dizzy Punch
- Bounce
- Drain Punch
Recommended Teammates
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
Reminder 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 Platinum
Step 1Catch BunearyEASYEterna ForestGrassLv.11-13UncommonEarlyForest- 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 a physical attacker with 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