hitmonchan

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

Type: Fighting

Abilities:

• Keen Eye: Prevents the Pokémon from losing accuracy.
• Iron Fist: Boosts the power of punching moves.
• Inner Focus (Hidden Ability): Prevents flinching.

Physical Characteristics:

• Humanoid appearance with a light purple body resembling a tunic.
• Distinctive boxing gloves on its hands, indicating its affinity for punching moves.
• Features a crest-like structure on its head and a pair of eyes that give it a determined expression.
• Strong, muscular build ideal for physical combat.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Typically found in urban areas and places where combat sports are popular.
• Known for its discipline and rigorous training regimen, often seen shadowboxing or practicing its punches.
• Forms strong bonds with trainers who appreciate its dedication and fighting spirit.
• Prefers environments where it can train, such as gyms or open fields suitable for sparring.

In Battle:

• Specializes in rapid, powerful punching moves.
• Signature moves include Mach Punch, Close Combat, and Bullet Punch, taking advantage of its Iron Fist ability.
• Strong against Normal, Ice, Rock, Dark, and Steel types.
• Vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy-type moves.
• Utilizes its speed and punch-enhancing abilities to outpace and overwhelm opponents.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Tyrogue starting at level 20 if Tyrogue's Defense is higher than its Attack.
• Shares a common pre-evolution with Hitmonlee and Hitmontop, determined by its stats upon reaching level 20.

Interesting Facts:

• Named after the legendary boxer Jackie Chan, reflecting its fighting style and dedication.
• Known as the "Punching Demon" due to its exceptional punching speed and power.
• In the Pokémon anime, it was prominently featured in the Fighting Dojo.
• Its design inspiration comes from martial arts and boxing, emphasizing its strength and agility.

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.