Mienfoo Best Moveset
Fighting at 85 Attack and 65 Speed with AbilityRegenerator healing a third of HP every switch. The stats are pre-evolution level but Regenerator pivot value is real. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk. Evolve to Mienshao for 125 Attack, 105 Speed, and the Regenerator offensive pivot at B-Tier.
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Mienfoo's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Mienfoo best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Calm Mind
- Baton Pass
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- High Jump Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Choice Scarf, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- U Turn
- High Jump Kick
- Dual Chop
- Stone Edge
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- High Jump Kick
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Mienfoo maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Fake Out
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- High Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
Mienfoo Weakness
Mienfoo's Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Standard number of weaknesses for the Fighting typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Mienfoo Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Mienfoo
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Chinchou builds →Ice Beam26-30% Volt Switch20-24% Thunderbolt26-30% Hydro Pump31-37% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemEviolite NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Munchlax builds →Crunch13-15% Body Slam27-32% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Magnemite builds →Flash Cannon28-33% Thunderbolt32-37% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySnow Warning ItemIcyrock NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Snover builds →Wood Hammer29-35% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Mienfoo View Chespin builds →Drain Punch18-22% Wood Hammer29-34% | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Mienfoo grows into Mienshao through a straightforward two-stage chain. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 160 total stats over Mienfoo. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Mienfoo easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups.
How to Get Mienfoo
A solid number of locations for Mienfoo 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 Mienfoo in SV
To get Mienfoo, start by catching Mienfoo through walking encounters at Lv. 7-60. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Mienfoo ✓Apple HillsLv.7-60OverworldChilling WaterheadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Evolve into MienshaoBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Mienshao egg.
Mienfoo is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 36 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Mienfoo in SwSh
To get Mienfoo, start by catching Mienfoo through walking encounters at Lv. 10-24. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Mienfoo ✓Challenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%RainingChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%Thunderstorm
Step 2Evolve into MienshaoBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Mienshao egg.
Mienfoo starts showing up in late-game routes at decent spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Mienfoo in USUM
Step 1Mienfoo ✓Vast Poni Canyon - OutsideLv.43-46GrassRate 20%
Step 2Evolve into Mienshao
No wild encounters for Mienfoo in Sun & Moon. Bring Mienfoo over from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Sword & Shield, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Mienfoo in SM
- Step 1Mienfoo ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Mienshao with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Mienfoo egg.CARTRIDGE TRADEAvailableCatch in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Walking · Vast Poni Canyon, then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Dragonspiral Tower · Double grass. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Route 22. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom X & YNot TradeableAppears in X & Y via Walking · Route 8. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Walking · Challenge Road · Heavy Fog. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Mienshao
Base Stats
The stat budget goes to damage. Attack and Speed carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. A Martial Arts Pokemon on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve, worth 1 Attack EV per KO.
Though small, Mienfoo’s temperament is fierce. Any creature that approaches Mienfoo carelessly will be greeted with a flurry of graceful attacks.
Mienfoo Guide
Mienfoo is meant to evolve into Mienshao. At 350 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Regenerator is what you want on Mienfoo. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Inner Focus, Reckless) work on paper but Regenerator is what makes Mienfoo worth using.
At base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Mienfoo is a physical attacker with base 85 Attack. Defensively? Fragile, can't afford to take many hits.
You can run Mienfoo through the first few routes without issues. 350 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Mienshao as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Mienfoo joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 6 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves