Sp. Def and Speed carry most of Mimikyu's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 2 Sp. Def EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
This Pokémon lives in dark places untouched by sunlight. When it appears before humans, it hides itself under a cloth that resembles a Pikachu.
Mimikyu was only recently identified as a Pokémon. Previously, people thought it was just a ghost wearing a cloth.
Type-wise, Mimikyu takes extra damage from Ghost and Steel. Normal, Fighting, and Dragon moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Mimikyu's special bulk (base 105 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ghost, Steel |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting, Dragon |
 CyclizarImmune to Ghost, recovers HP on switch via Regenerator, sheds status via Shed Skin DragonNormal | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Mimikyu View Cyclizar builds →U Turn5-6% Knock Off20-23% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Mimikyu View Noivern builds →U Turn4-5% | ||
CyclizarImmune to Ghost, recovers HP on switch via Regenerator, sheds status via Shed Skin DragonNormal | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Mimikyu View Cyclizar builds →U Turn5-6% Knock Off20-23% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Chansey builds →
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Breeding is the whole story for Mimikyu. Plenty of partners through one egg group, eggs are average hatch time, and you won't need to evolve anything. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Mimikyu easily with 63 breeding partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
One boost from Swords Dance and Mimikyu gets dangerous fast. The Jolly nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Disguise backs the whole approach. Swords Dance and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Mimikyu best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Shadow Claw
- Play Rough
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Play Rough
- Curse
- Shadow Sneak
- Trick Room
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Play Rough
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Trick Room
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Shadow Claw
- Play Rough
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Play Rough
- Curse
- Shadow Sneak
- Trick Room
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Play Rough
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Trick Room
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Play Rough
- Trick Room
- Shadow Sneak
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Claw
- Shadow Sneak
- Swords Dance
- Drain Punch
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Play Rough
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Shadow Claw
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Trick Room
- Shadow Claw
- Play Rough
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs carry this one. Mimikyu learns Play Rough and Phantom Force naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Grass and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs carry this one. Mimikyu learns Play Rough and Phantom Force naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Grass and beyond give it real matchup play.
The egg pool carries weight here. Curse and Destiny Bond aren't available any other way for Mimikyu, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Play Rough and Phantom Force for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Curse and Destiny Bond aren't available any other way for Mimikyu, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam for solid options.
You'll want mid-game access before hunting Mimikyu. Low spawn rates across 4 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Best Locations to Catch Mimikyu in Scarlet & Violet
walking encounters for Mimikyu across 4 spots at Lv. 19-50. The catch is that Scarlet and Violet don't share every location, so compare what's available in your version.
No wild encounters for Mimikyu in Legends: Z-A. It's available in Sun, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Mimikyu is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A.
Also found in:
Mimikyu tops out at moderate rates across 20 locations in mid-game routes. The encounters below are sorted by rate so you can see exactly what you're working with.
Best Locations to Catch Mimikyu in Sword & Shield
You can catch Mimikyu through 20 walking encounters from Lv. 26-65, but availability differs between Shield and Sword. Some spots are exclusive to one version.
4 encounter spots for Mimikyu at moderate rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Best Locations to Catch Mimikyu in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Before you go hunting for Mimikyu, check which of the 4 spots belong to your version. Ultra Moon and Ultra Sun each have different gift and walking encounters at Lv. 31-40.
Disguise changes the entire equation for Mimikyu. The 476 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked A-Tier.
Mimikyu's biggest threats include Chandelure (Ghost) and Aegislash (Steel), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Disguise is what you want on Mimikyu. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind.
Base 96 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Mimikyu is a physical attacker with base 90 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Best way to handle Mimikyu: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Ghost and Steel-type attackers hit hardest.
Mimikyu joined the series in Sun & Moon and has been available in 5 titles so far. With 4 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves