The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Sp. Atk backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a fast 800K XP curve to max out.
When dark mists emanate from its body, don’t get too near. If you do, your nightmares will become reality.
It drowses and dreams all the time. It’s best to leave it be if it’s just woken up, as it’s a terrible grump when freshly roused from sleep.
Type-wise, Musharna takes extra damage from Bug, Ghost, and Dark. Musharna's overall bulk (116/85/95) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Psychic |
Kingambit deals 68-81% with Sucker Punch.
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemGrassyseed NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Musharna View Volcarona builds →Heat Wave26-31% | ||
 Annihilape FightingGhost | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemSitrus Berry NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Musharna View Annihilape builds →Drain Punch13-15% | ||
 Kingambit DarkSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySupremeoverlord ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Musharna View Kingambit builds →Sucker Punch 2x68-81% | ||
 Dragapult DragonGhost | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Musharna View Dragapult builds →U Turn 2x28-33% Draco Meteor45-54% Shadow Ball 2x56-66% | ||
 Genesect BugSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDownload ItemChoice Scarf NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Musharna View Genesect builds →U Turn 2x63-74% Extreme Speed24-28% | ||
Musharna evolved from Munna's chain using an evolution item. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Munna eggs (quick to hatch). The evolution from Munna pushed Musharna to 487 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +40. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Musharna to get Munna eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
the remaining moves keeps opponents guessing about Musharna's real targets. Mental Herb provides one-time Taunt or Encore immunity while max HP and Sp. Def EVs and Sassy nature handle the stat profile. Telepathy ties it together.
Best Build
Musharna best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Bulky Support Moveset
- Trick Room
- Helping Hand
- Psychic
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Calm Mind
- Psychic
- Moonblast
- Moonlight
Recommended Teammates
Special Attacker Moveset
- Dazzling Gleam
- Dream Eater
- Hypnosis
- Yawn
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Calm Mind
- Dazzling Gleam
- Dream Eater
- Hypnosis
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Psychic
- Dazzling Gleam
- Hidden Power Ice
- Psych Up
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Moonlight
- Calm Mind
- Stored Power
- Barrier
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Psychic
- Dazzling Gleam
- Hidden Power Ice
- Psych Up
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Moonlight
- Calm Mind
- Stored Power
- Barrier
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Most of Musharna's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Future Sight and Dream Eater, but Fairy and Electric and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Most of Musharna's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Future Sight and Dream Eater, but Fairy and Grass and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Breeding's the move. Barrier and Baton Pass give Musharna options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Future Sight and Synchronoise. The egg moves push it further.
Breeding's the move. Barrier and Baton Pass give Musharna options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 7 types already covers a decent range on top of Future Sight and Synchronoise. The egg moves push it further.
No wild encounters for Musharna in Legends: Z-A. Bring Munna over from Black, Black 2, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Musharna in Legends: Z-A
Step 1Obtain MunnaAlso found in:
Step 2Musharna ✓
You're catching Munna first, not Musharna. Munna appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Musharna in Sword & Shield
The path to Musharna starts with Munna at Lv. 7-47 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MunnaEast Lake AxewellSwordOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave60%EarlyHeavy FogEast Lake AxewellShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave60%EarlyHeavy FogRolling FieldsSwordGrass Lv.7-940%EarlyHeavy FogRolling FieldsShieldGrass Lv.7-1040%EarlyHeavy FogEast Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.8-12 Cave30%EarlyHeavy FogEast Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.8-12 Cave30%EarlyHeavy FogGiant's CapSwordGrass Lv.26-2840%MidHeavy FogGiant's CapShieldGrass Lv.26-2840%MidHeavy FogStony Wilderness - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogStony Wilderness - 2SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogStony WildernessShieldOverworld Lv.28-3030%MidHeavy FogStony WildernessSwordOverworld Lv.28-3030%MidHeavy FogBridge FieldShieldOverworld Lv.27-2925%MidHeavy FogBridge FieldSwordOverworld Lv.27-2925%MidHeavy FogGiant's CapSwordGrass Lv.27-2920%MidOvercastGiant's CapShieldGrass Lv.27-2920%MidOvercastStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogAxew's EyeShieldGrass Lv.35-4040%LateHeavy FogAxew's EyeSwordGrass Lv.35-4040%LateHeavy FogSlumbering Weald - High LevelSwordOverworld Lv.45-47 Forest30%LateAll WeatherSlumbering Weald - High LevelShieldOverworld Lv.45-47 Forest30%LateAll WeatherSlumbering WealdSwordGrass Lv.45-47 Forest25%LateAll WeatherSlumbering WealdShieldGrass Lv.45-47 Forest25%LateAll WeatherGiant's SeatSwordOverworld Lv.33-38 Water2%LateHeavy FogGiant's SeatShieldOverworld Lv.33-38 Water2%LateHeavy Fog
Step 2Musharna ✓
No wild encounters for Musharna in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Munna over from Black, Black 2, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Musharna in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
- Step 1Obtain Munna
Also found in:
- Step 2Musharna ✓
Musharna can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Munna from Black, Black 2, or Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Musharna in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Munna
Also found in:
- Step 2Musharna ✓
Musharna works as a tank with 487 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list: a situational pick that fills a niche. That 116 base HP does the heavy lifting.
Musharna's biggest threats include Heracross (Bug), Chandelure (Ghost), and Tyranitar (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. At base 29 Speed, Musharna won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Forewarn is the go-to ability for Musharna. It reveals the opponents' strongest move upon entering battle. Its hidden ability Telepathy can work in specific setups. Synchronize is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Musharna is leaning toward the special side (base 107 Sp. Atk). Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 29 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the tank role.
Best way to handle Musharna: Status moves (Toxic, Will-O-Wisp) wear it down. Setup sweepers can use it as a boost opportunity. Physical attackers can break through.
Since Black & White, Musharna has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Musharna has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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 5BWDebut
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 7SM
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