Pancham Best Moveset
Strong per-hit damage for a pre-evolution at 82 Attack. Fighting TermStab connects on slow 43 Speed cooldowns. 67/62/48 bulk doesn't last. The moveset hits hard between long recharges. Pangoro's 124 Attack and Dark/Fighting dual TermStab are one evolution ahead.
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). This was Pancham's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Scrappy with Leftovers, favoring a Brave nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Pancham best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Tank Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Stone Edge
- Dark Pulse
- Circle Throw
Recommended Teammates
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Pancham maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Ironfist with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Knock Off
- Parting Shot
- Drain Punch
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Pancham saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Pancham maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Scrappy with Focus Sash, favoring a Brave nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Endeavor
- Dark Pulse
- Brick Break
Recommended Teammates
Pancham Weakness
Type-wise, Pancham takes extra damage from Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
What is Pancham Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Pancham
Mimikyu threatens a KO with Play Rough (123-145%).
 Hatterene PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Bounce ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Pancham View Hatterene builds →Nuzzle7-8% | ||
 Mimikyu GhostFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDisguise ItemRed Card NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Pancham View Mimikyu builds →Play Rough 2x123-145%KO Shadow Sneak28-33% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
Pancham is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Pangoro. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 147 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Pancham easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups.
How to Get Pancham
moderate rates across 1 locations for Pancham in early-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Pancham in LZA
- Step 1Pancham ✓Wild Zone 3Lv.7-8OverworldLegends: Z-A
Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroWild Zone 20Lv.64-65OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Pancham 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 Pancham in SwSh
Pancham is your first catch on the way to Pancham. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-52 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Pancham ✓Rolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Intense SunRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SandstormRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%ThunderstormRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SnowstormRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Heavy FogRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%Normal WeatherRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%SnowingRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%RainingRolling Fields - 2Lv.7-10OverworldRate 60%OvercastEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 35%OvercastWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 25%OvercastRoute 3Lv.8-13GrassRate 20%All WeatherEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 15%SnowstormWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 10%Intense SunEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 10%SnowingEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%Intense SunEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%SandstormEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 5%Thunderstorm
Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 13%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 10%Overcastor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Pancham appears at decent spawn rates across 4 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Pancham in USUM
Pancham is your first catch on the way to Pancham. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 26-29 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Pancham ✓Route 11Lv.26-29GrassRate 20%Route 10Lv.26-29GrassRate 10%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroRoute 10Lv.26-29GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 11Lv.26-29GrassSOS from Panchamor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Pancham appears at decent spawn rates across 8 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Pancham in SM
Pancham is your first catch on the way to Pancham. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 24-34 across 16 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Pancham ✓Route 11Lv.24-27GrassRate 20%Route 10Lv.24-27GrassRate 10%Route 17 - WestLv.31-34GrassRate 20%Route 17 - NortheastLv.31-34GrassRate 10%
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into PangoroRoute 10Lv.24-27GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 11Lv.24-27GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 17 - NortheastLv.31-34GrassSOS from PanchamRoute 17 - WestLv.31-34GrassSOS from Panchamor evolve from Pancham (Step 1)
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Pancham's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 1 Attack EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It chooses a Pangoro as its master and then imitates its master’s actions. This is how it learns to battle and hunt for prey.
Pancham Guide
For a casual playthrough, Pancham works as a placeholder. Fighting coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Pangoro. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since X & Y, Pancham has been obtainable in 6 games. A Generation 6 debut means a shorter history, but Pancham has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
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