Hitmonlee
Hitmonlee is a Fighting type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0106 |
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| Type | Fighting |
| Species | Kicking Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 49.8 kg (109.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Limber 2. Reckless Unburden (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0106 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0144 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0106 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0146 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0106 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0108 (Sword/Shield) 0093 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| 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 | 120 | 220 | 372 | |
| Defense | 53 | 99 | 225 | |
| Sp. Atk | 35 | 67 | 185 | |
| Sp. Def | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Speed | 87 | 161 | 300 | |
| 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
Hitmonlee changes
- In Generation 3, Hitmonlee does not have the Reckless ability.
- In Generation 1, Hitmonlee has a base Special stat of 35.
- In Generations 1-4, Hitmonlee has a base experience yield of 139.
- In Generations 2-7, Hitmonlee has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
When in a hurry, its legs lengthen progressively. It runs smoothly with extra long, loping strides. |
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| Yellow | When kicking, the sole of its foot turns as hard as a diamond on impact and destroys its enemy. |
| Gold | This amazing POKéMON has an awesome sense of balance. It can kick in succession from any position. |
| Silver | If it starts kicking repeatedly, both legs will stretch even longer to strike a fleeing foe. |
| Crystal | It is also called the Kick Master. It uses its elastic legs to execute every known kick. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
HITMONLEE’s legs freely contract and stretch. Using these springlike legs, it bowls over foes with devastating kicks. After battle, it rubs down its legs and loosens the muscles to overcome fatigue. |
| FireRed | The legs freely contract and stretch. The stretchy legs allow it to hit a distant foe with a rising kick. |
| LeafGreen | When in a hurry, its legs lengthen progressively. It runs smoothly with extra-long, loping strides. |
| Emerald | Its legs freely stretch and contract. Using these springlike limbs, it bowls over foes with devastating kicks. After battle, it rubs down its tired legs. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Its legs can stretch double. First-time foes are startled by its extensible reach. |
| HeartGold | This amazing Pokémon has an awesome sense of balance. It can kick in succession from any position. |
| SoulSilver | If it starts kicking repeatedly, both legs will stretch even longer to strike a fleeing foe. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Its legs can stretch double. First-time foes are startled by its extensible reach. |
| X | The legs freely contract and stretch. The stretchy legs allow it to hit a distant foe with a rising kick. |
| Y | If it starts kicking repeatedly, both legs will stretch even longer to strike a fleeing foe. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Hitmonlee’s legs freely contract and stretch. Using these springlike legs, it bowls over foes with devastating kicks. After battle, it rubs down its legs and loosens the muscles to overcome fatigue. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
When kicking, the sole of its foot turns as hard as a diamond on impact and destroys its enemy. |
| Sword | This amazing Pokémon has an awesome sense of balance. It can kick in succession from any position. |
| Shield | The legs freely contract and stretch. The stretchy legs allow it to hit a distant foe with a rising kick. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Its legs can stretch to double their length. First-time foes are startled by Hitmonlee’s extensible reach. |
Moves learned by Hitmonlee
Moves learnt by level up
Hitmonlee does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Hitmonlee does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Hitmonlee cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Hitmonlee 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 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Low Sweep | Fighting | 65 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 4 | Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| 8 | Low Kick | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 12 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 16 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 21 | Wide Guard | Rock | — | — | |
| 24 | Blaze Kick | Fire | 85 | 90 | |
| 28 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 32 | Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | |
| 36 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 40 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 44 | High Jump Kick | Fighting | 130 | 90 | |
| 50 | Axe Kick | Fighting | 120 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Hitmonlee learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 |
Egg moves
Hitmonlee does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Hitmonlee is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Hitmonlee sprites
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Where to find Hitmonlee
| 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 | Dusty Bowl |
| Shield 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 Hitmonlee questions
- What is a good moveset for Hitmonlee?
- How the heck does Hitmontop/chan/lee have egg moves???
- Hitmonlee or Hitmonchan in my Pokemon Blue nuzlocke?
- Is it more likely Hitmontop will evolve to a Hitmonlee than Hitmonchan?
- Before Gen 2, did Hitmonlee and Hitmonchan have any connection?
- How did Hitmonlee outspeed Therian Thundurus?
- Heracross or Hitmonlee?
- If i switch out and switch in, will Unburden's Speed Boost will be there??
- "There is a problem with your participating Pokemon"?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Hitmonlee |
|---|---|
| Japanese | サワムラー (Sawamular) |
| German | Kicklee |
| French | Kicklee |
| Italian | Hitmonlee |
| Spanish | Hitmonlee |
| Korean | 시라소몬 (sirasomon) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 飞腿郎 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 飛腿郎 |
| English |
Kicking Pokémon |
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| Japanese | キックポケモン |
| German | Kicker-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Latteur |
| Italian | Pokémon Tiracalci |
| Spanish | Pokémon Patada |
| Korean | 킥포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 踢腿宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 踢腿寶可夢 |
Name origin
- hit
- to strike
- mon
- monster
- lee
- from Bruce Lee, martial arts actor


