hitmonchan

Hitmonchan is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Type: Fighting

Abilities:

• Keen Eye: Prevents accuracy from being lowered
• Iron Fist: Boosts the power of punching moves by 20%
• Inner Focus (Hidden Ability): Protects from flinching

Physical Characteristics:

• Humanoid appearance with a body resembling a boxer
• Wears a purple tunic and blue boxing gloves
• Has a distinct crest on its head, resembling a helmet
• Strong, muscular limbs suggesting high physical strength
• Brown skin color with a stocky build

Behavior and Habitat:

• Known for its discipline and dedication to training
• Often found in urban areas or mountainous regions where it can train in peace
• Prefers solitary training but occasionally joins others to spar
• Displays a calm and focused demeanor, especially in battle

In Battle:

• Specializes in fast, powerful punching attacks
• Signature moves: Mach Punch, Close Combat, Fire Punch, Ice Punch, Thunder Punch
• Excels against Dark, Rock, and Steel types due to its Fighting moves
• Vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy types
• Relies on speed and physical power, with moves enhanced by its Iron Fist ability

Evolution:

• Evolves from Tyrogue at level 20 if Tyrogue's Defense is higher than its Attack
• Does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon

Interesting Facts:

• Named after the legendary boxer Jackie Chan
• Known for its incredible hand speed, capable of throwing hundreds of punches per second
• Has a counterpart in Hitmonlee, which specializes in kicking instead of punching
• Featured in various Pokémon media, including games and the anime, as a formidable fighter
• Its Iron Fist ability makes it a popular choice for trainers focusing on punch-based strategies

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Red: While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches inlightning fast volleys that are impossible to see.
• Blue: While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches inlightning fast volleys that are impossible to see.
• Yellow: Punches in cork­ screw 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: 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Diamond: The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
• Pearl: The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
• 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: The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
• White: The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
• Black-2: The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
• 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: 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.
• 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.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: Punches in corkscrew fashion. It can punch its way through a concrete wall like a drill.
• Lets-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.

107 National

107 Kanto

145 Original-Johto

147 Updated-Johto

107 Letsgo-Kanto

109 Galar

94 Blueberry