Hitmonchan
Hitmonchan is a Fighting type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0107 |
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| Type | Fighting |
| Species | Punching Pokémon |
| Height | 1.4 m (4′07″) |
| Weight | 50.2 kg (110.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Keen Eye 2. Iron Fist Inner Focus (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0107 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0145 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0107 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0147 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0107 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0109 (Sword/Shield) 0094 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Sp. Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 159 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Human-Like |
|---|---|
| Gender | 100% male, 0% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Defense | 79 | 146 | 282 | |
| Sp. Atk | 35 | 67 | 185 | |
| Sp. Def | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Speed | 76 | 141 | 276 | |
| Total | 455 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart

Hitmonchan
Fighting
Hitmonchan changes
- In Generation 3, Hitmonchan does not have the Iron Fist ability.
- In Generation 1, Hitmonchan has a base Special stat of 35.
- In Generations 1-4, Hitmonchan has a base experience yield of 140.
- In Generations 2-7, Hitmonchan has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches in lightning fast volleys that are impossible to see. |
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| Yellow | Punches in corkscrew fashion. It can punch its way through a concrete wall in the same way as a drill. |
| Gold | Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes. |
| Silver | Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn. |
| Crystal | To increase the strength of all its punch moves, it spins its arms just before making contact. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
HITMONCHAN is said to possess the spirit of a boxer who had been working towards a world championship. This POKéMON has an indomitable spirit and will never give up in the face of adversity. |
| FireRed | The spirit of a pro boxer has infused this POKéMON. It throws punches that are faster than a bullet train. |
| LeafGreen | While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches in lightning-fast volleys that are impossible to see. |
| Emerald | A HITMONCHAN is said to possess the spirit of a boxer who aimed to become the world champion. Having an indomitable spirit means that it will never give up. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting. |
| HeartGold | Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes. |
| SoulSilver | Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting. |
| X | The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting. |
| Y | The spirit of a pro boxer has infused this Pokémon. It throws punches that are faster than a bullet train. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Hitmonchan is said to possess the spirit of a boxer who had been working toward a world championship. This Pokémon has an indomitable spirit and will never give up in the face of adversity. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Punches in corkscrew fashion. It can punch its way through a concrete wall like a drill. |
| Sword | Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn. |
| Shield | Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
When Hitmonchan twists its arm while throwing a punch, the blow will pulverize even concrete. The Pokémon rests after three minutes of fighting. |
Moves learned by Hitmonchan
Moves learnt by level up
Hitmonchan does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Hitmonchan does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Hitmonchan cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Hitmonchan learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Fake Out | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 4 | Mach Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 8 | Vacuum Wave | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 16 | Bullet Punch | Steel | 40 | 100 | |
| 21 | Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| 24 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| 24 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| 24 | Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| 28 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 32 | Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | |
| 36 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 40 | Counter | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 44 | Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Hitmonchan learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drain Punch | Fighting | 75 | 100 |
Egg moves
Hitmonchan does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Hitmonchan is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Hitmonchan sprites
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Where to find Hitmonchan
| Red Blue Yellow |
Saffron City |
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| Gold Silver Crystal |
Evolve Tyrogue |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Saffron City |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Tyrogue |
| Black White |
Evolve Tyrogue |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Tyrogue |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Saffron City, Victory Road |
| Sword | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Shield | Dusty Bowl |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Tyrogue |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Hitmonchan questions
- What is a good moveset for Hitmonchan?
- How the heck does Hitmontop/chan/lee have egg moves???
- My Hitmonchans last move???
- How to teach Hitmonchan some fighting moves?
- Hitmonlee or Hitmonchan in my Pokemon Blue nuzlocke?
- Is it more likely Hitmontop will evolve to a Hitmonlee than Hitmonchan?
- I need me some sweepers!
- Would this breeding pair work?
- How are you supposed to ev train a Hitmonchan?
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Other languages
| English | Hitmonchan |
|---|---|
| Japanese | エビワラー (Ebiwalar) |
| German | Nockchan |
| French | Tygnon |
| Italian | Hitmonchan |
| Spanish | Hitmonchan |
| Korean | 홍수몬 (hongsumon) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 快拳郎 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 快拳郎 |
| English |
Punching Pokémon |
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| Japanese | パンチポケモン |
| German | Puncher-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Puncheur |
| Italian | Pokémon Tirapugni |
| Spanish | Pokémon Puñetazo |
| Korean | 펀치포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 拳击宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 拳擊寶可夢 |
Name origin
- hit
- to strike
- mon
- monster
- chan
- from Jackie Chan, martial arts actor


