hitmontop

Hitmontop is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.

Type: Fighting

Abilities:

• Intimidate: Lowers the opposing Pokémon's Attack stat upon entering battle.
• Technician: Powers up the Pokémon's weaker moves.
• Steadfast (Hidden Ability): Raises the Speed stat by one stage every time the Pokémon flinches.

Physical Characteristics:

• Hitmontop resembles a small humanoid figure with a rounded, blue body and a large, upside-down, cone-shaped head.
• It balances on a single spike protruding from the top of its head, mimicking a spinning top.
• Its arms and legs are short and stubby, with rounded feet and hands.
• It has brown bands on its wrists, ankles, and chest, creating a belt-like appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Hitmontop is known for its unique spinning technique, which it uses both in battle and for travel.
• It is said to train by spinning on its head, perfecting its balance and honing its combat skills.
• Typically found in mountainous regions where it can practice its spinning techniques in difficult terrain.
• Hitmontop forms strong bonds with trainers who appreciate its dedication and unique fighting style.

In Battle:

• Hitmontop is a versatile fighter known for its balanced stats and ability to execute a variety of combat strategies.
• Commonly uses moves like Rapid Spin to remove hazards and Close Combat for powerful strikes.
• Its Intimidate ability makes it a strong counter to physical attackers.
• Often employed as a defensive or support Pokémon, utilizing moves like Fake Out and Mach Punch to disrupt opponents.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Tyrogue starting at level 20 when Tyrogue's Attack and Defense stats are equal.
• Does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

Interesting Facts:

• The spinning motion of Hitmontop is inspired by the capoeira martial art, which combines elements of dance and combat.
• It is unique among its evolutionary family for its ability to balance perfectly on its head.
• Hitmontop's name is derived from the words "hit," "mont," a reference to martial arts, and "top," referring to its spinning.
• In competitive play, Hitmontop's versatility and ability to disrupt the opponent's strategy have made it a popular choice in various formats.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Gold: If you become enchanted by its smooth, elegant,dance-like kicks, you may get drilled hard.
• Silver: It launches kicks while spinning. If it spins at highspeed, it may bore its way into the ground.
• Crystal: After doing a handstand to throw off theopponent's timing, it presents its fancy kick moves.
• Ruby: HITMONTOP spins on its head at high speed, all the while delivering kicks. This technique is a remarkable mix ofboth offense and defense at the same time. The Pokémon travels faster spinning than it does walking.
• Sapphire: HITMONTOP spins on its head at high speed, all the while delivering kicks. This technique is a remarkable mix ofboth offense and defense at the same time. The Pokémon travels faster spinning than it does walking.
• Emerald: Its technique of kicking while spinning is a remarkable mix of both offense and defense. HITMONTOP travel faster spinning than they do walking.
• Firered: It launches kicks while spinning. If it spins at high speed, it may bore its way into the ground.
• Leafgreen: If you become enchanted by its smooth, elegant, dance-like kicks, you may get drilled hard.
• Diamond: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by ten.
• Pearl: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by ten.
• Platinum: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by ten.
• Heartgold: If you are enchanted by its smooth, dance-like kicks, you may get a closer experience with one than you’d like.
• Soulsilver: It launches kicks while spinning. If it spins at high speed, it may bore its way into the ground.
• Black: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by ten.
• White: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by ten.
• Black-2: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by 10.
• White-2: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by 10.
• X: It fights while spinning like a top. The centrifugal force boosts its destructive power by 10.
• Y: If you are enchanted by its smooth, dance-like kicks, you may get a closer experience with one than you’d like.
• Omega-Ruby: Hitmontop spins on its head at high speed, all the while delivering kicks. This technique is a remarkable mix of both offense and defense at the same time. The Pokémon travels faster spinning than it does walking.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Hitmontop spins on its head at high speed, all the while delivering kicks. This technique is a remarkable mix of both offense and defense at the same time. The Pokémon travels faster spinning than it does walking.
• Sword: It launches kicks while spinning. If it spins at high speed, it may bore its way into the ground.
• Shield: After doing a handstand to throw off the opponent’s timing, it presents its fancy kick moves.

237 National

146 Original-Johto

148 Updated-Johto

110 Galar

95 Blueberry