Hitmonchan (Japanese: エビワラー Ebiwalar) is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.
It evolves from Tyrogue starting at level 20 when Tyrogue's Defense is higher than its Attack. It is one of Tyrogue's final forms, the others being Hitmonlee and Hitmontop.
Biology
Hitmonchan is a tan, humanoid Pokémon that is exclusively male with no female counterpart. There are five blunt protrusions on top of its head, and it has structures resembling pads over its shoulders. It appears to be wearing a light purple tunic and kilt, as well as red boxing gloves and light purple boxing shoes. In-between the tunic and kilt is a small, black area.
As this appearance suggests, Hitmonchan specializes in punching. It is able to throw punches too quick to be seen with the naked eye. Its punches are said to be as fast as a bullet train. By punching with a corkscrew motion, it is even capable of drilling through concrete. Even a light gaze from its punches will result in a burn. However, Hitmonchan requires a break every three minutes while fighting. Despite the need for frequent breaks, it has an unwavering spirit and will never give up in a difficult situation. Hitmonchan is the only known Pokémon capable of learning Mach Punch and Vacuum Wave in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Usually found in urban areas, it is rarely seen in the wild.
In the anime
In the main series
Major appearances
Hitmonchan debuted in The Punchy Pokémon, under the ownership of Anthony. He was entered in the P1 Grand Prix, but he ended up losing to a Hitmonlee stolen by Team Rocket because the match was sabotaged.
A Hitmonchan was ordered by his Trainer to attack a Lapras in The Lost Lapras. When Ash and Pikachu came to Lapras's defense, Hitmonchan battled Pikachu, only for them to flee after Tracey appeared, sketched them, and began comparing them in terms of how they were trained. According to Tracey, Hitmonchan lacked exercise.
In Stage Fight! Roger's Hitmonchan was a lead in a Pokémon show about a boxing match between his character and a glove-wearing Machoke.
A Hitmonchan was a member of a gang of wild Fighting-type Pokémon in Chikorita's Big Upset. He kneeled to Chikorita after she became the new leader by defeated her predecessor, a Primeape.
A Hitmonchan in A Tyrogue Full of Trouble fought alongside his trainer Kiyo to break a rolling boulder. Hitmonchan later battled during an attempt to catch a wild Tyrogue.
A Hitmonchan in Gotta Catch Ya Later! belonged to Kim of the Invincible Pokémon Brothers. He battled against Misty's Politoed but was defeated. He reappeared in Cerulean Blues, where he was used in a battle against Misty's Staryu, which he lost on a technicality.
Kyle Hamm used his Hitmonchan in battle to decide the fate of his father's fighting dojo in Pasta La Vista. After Master Hamm broke his back, May stepped in for Kyle against Ash and borrowed the Hitmonchan.
Minor appearances
A Yas Gym Trainer had a Hitmonchan in Showdown at Dark City.
A Hitmonchan in Riddle Me This was in an exercise Gym and targeted by Team Rocket.
A Hitmonchan was at the Pokémon Theme Park in Pikachu's Vacation.
Bruno‘S Hitmonchan appeared with him in a video in To Master the Onixpected!.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan attended the closing ceremonies of the Indigo League in Friends to the End, during.
A Hitmonchan in Pikachu Re-Volts was controlled by Cassidy and Butch via their Drowzee at Mandarin Island North.
A Hitmonchan was seen at the Trovita Gym in Misty Meets Her Match and belonged to Rudy.
A Hitmonchan in The Power of One sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III.
A Hitmonchan appeared in the Japanese credits of Pikachu's Rescue Adventure.
Two Hitmonchan appeared in Wired for Battle!, one seen in Muramasa's dojo and the other in his database belonging to another trainer.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan was at a Fighting-type dojo in Two Hits and a Miss.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Beauty and the Breeder, belonging to a Pokémon Breeder participating in a Pokémon breeding competition.
A Hitmonchan in Extreme Pokémon! belonged to a participant in the Extreme Pokémon Race.
A Hitmonchan belonged to a student at Slowpoke Temple in Enlighten Up!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Gary's demonstration in Johto Photo Finish, evolving from a Tyrogue.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan appeared during the Ever Grande Conference in Saved by the Beldum. He reappeared in a flashback in Shocks and Bonds.
A Coordinator's Hitmonchan appeared in Channeling the Battle Zone!.
A Hitmonchan was a character in a console fighting game in Two Degrees of Separation!.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan competed in the Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition in Glory Blaze!.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan appeared in I Choose You!.
A Trainer's Hitmonchan appeared in This Magik Moment!.
Pokédex entries
In Pokémon Origins
Kiyo's Hitmonchan briefly appeared in File 3: Giovanni.
In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer
A Trainer's Hitmonchan appeared in the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer, where it was seen in a town square in Pasio.
In the manga
In the Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon manga
A Hitmonchan appeared in Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon.
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
- Main article: Monlee
Bruno has a Hitmonchan, which first appeared in Punching Poliwrath. He is capable of using Fire Punch, Thunder Punch, and Ice Punch at a high caliber. Bruno remarks that Hitmonchan is like having three Pokémon in one.
Crystal has a Hitmonchan nicknamed Monlee, which first appeared in Slugging Out with Slugma in her capture team. He is capable of blindingly fast punching attacks. In Lively Larvitar, the origin of Crystal's Hitmonchan is revealed: he, along with Crystal's Natu, Parasect, and Cubone, were wild Pokémon living in Mt. Mortar and had fought with a local Arcanine that had gone berserk from a severe eye injury. Hitmonchan became Crystal's arms while hers were being healed.
A Hitmonchan appeared in The Last Battle XIII as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.
A Hitmonchan appeared in a fantasy in PSs1.
A Hitmonchan caught by Crystal and lent to Emerald for his Battle Pike challenge appeared in a fantasy in Moving Past Milotic.
Multiple Hitmonchan were used by Team Galactic Grunts in Halting Honchkrow.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Out-Odding Oddish, under the ownership of a Pokéathlon participant.
In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga
A Hitmonchan appeared in Let's Aim For The Goal!.
Gold borrowed a Hitmonchan to use in a tournament in Let's Use Fighting Type Pokémon!!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in a flashback in Let's Fight For The Future!!.
In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga
A Hitmonchan appeared in GDZ21.
A Hitmonchan appeared in GDZ51.
In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga
- Main article: Giovanni's Hitmonchan
Giovanni was revealed to have a Hitmonchan, which debuted in Finish Off Team Rocket!!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Which One is the Real Clefairy!?.
A Hitmonchan is one of Bruno's Pokémon in the Pokémon League, as seen in Clefairy's Under Training!!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Demanding Tests at the Pokémon School!.
Kiyo has a Hitmonchan, which appeared in The Mysterious Underground Amusement Park.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Legend Of The Strongest Pokémon!!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in I Won't Let You Lead!!.
A Hitmonchan appeared in Pokémon New Year.
In the Pokémon Zensho manga
A Hitmonchan appeared in PZ07, under the ownership of the Dojo Master.
In the TCG
- Main article: Hitmonchan (TCG)
Game data
Pokédex entries
Generation I
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Kanto #107
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Red(ENG)
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While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches in lightning fast volleys that are impossible to see.
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Blue
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Yellow
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Punches in corkscrew fashion. It can punch its way through a concrete wall in the same way as a drill.
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Stadium
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Adept at punching invisibly quick at bullet-train speed. It takes a break every three minutes as it moves around.
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Generation II
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Johto #145
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Gold
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Its punches slice through the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes.
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Silver
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Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn.
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Crystal
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To increase the strength of all its punch moves, it spins its arms just before making contact.
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Stadium 2
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Its punches slice through the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes.
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Generation III
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Hoenn #—
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Kanto #107
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Ruby
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A 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.
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Sapphire
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Emerald
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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.
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FireRed
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The spirit of a pro boxer has infused this Pokémon. It throws punches that are faster than a bullet train.
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LeafGreen
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While apparently doing nothing, it fires punches in lightning fast volleys that are impossible to see.
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Generation IV
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Sinnoh #—
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Johto #147
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Diamond
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The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
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Pearl
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Platinum
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HeartGold
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Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes.
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SoulSilver
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Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn.
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Generation V
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Black
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The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
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White
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Black 2
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The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
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White 2
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Generation VI
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Kalos #—
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Hoenn #—
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X
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The arm-twisting punches it throws pulverize even concrete. It rests after three minutes of fighting.
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Y
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The spirit of a pro boxer has infused this Pokémon. It throws punches that are faster than a bullet train.
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Omega Ruby
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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.
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Alpha Sapphire
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Generation VIII
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Galar #109
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Sword
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Its punches slice the air. They are launched at such high speed, even a slight graze could cause a burn.
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Shield
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Its punches slice the air. However, it seems to need a short break after fighting for three minutes.
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Game locations
In side games
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Generation II
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This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation II side games.
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In events
In-game events
Held items
Stats
Base stats
Stat
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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50
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110 - 157
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210 - 304
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105
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99 - 172
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193 - 339
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79
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75 - 144
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146 - 282
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35
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36 - 95
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67 - 185
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110
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103 - 178
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202 - 350
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76
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72 - 140
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141 - 276
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Total: 455
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 35.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Hitmonchan
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Hitmonchan
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Hitmonchan
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Hitmonchan
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Hitmonchan in Generation VIII
- Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
- Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Hitmonchan in that game.
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Hitmonchan
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Hitmonchan
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Hitmonchan
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Hitmonchan
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Hitmonchan
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Hitmonchan
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations
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Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
- Hitmonchan learns the most increased-priority moves by leveling up out of all Pokémon, with six.
- Hitmonchan and Hitmonlee are the only Pokémon not previously related through an evolutionary family that later gained a shared pre-evolved form.
- Hitmonchan's Kanto and National Pokédex number, #107, refers to Little Mac, whose weight is 107 pounds (ca. 49 kg).
- Despite the requirement for its evolution being a higher Defense than Attack, Hitmonchan's Attack stat is much higher than its Defense stat.
- Hitmonchan and Hitmonlee received the biggest increase to their Special stat in Generation II, gaining 75 points of Special Defense.
Origin
Based on its Japanese name and boxer aspects, Hitmonchan may represent the boxer Hiroyuki Ebihara. The colors of Hitmonchan's gloves in its normal and Shiny colorations might be a reference to the red corner and blue corner in boxing. Its Gold, HeartGold, Generation V, and X Pokédex entries mention that it needs a short break after fighting for three minutes, which is a reference to the duration of rounds in boxing.
Name origin
Hitmonchan is a combination of hit, monster, and Chan (a reference to Jackie Chan). The name is also related to Tyrogue's other evolutions, Hitmonlee and Hitmontop.
Ebiwalar is derived from the Japanese world champion boxer Hiroyuki Ebihara.
In other languages
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More languages
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Hindi
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हिटमोंचेन Hitmonchan
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Transcription of English name
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Russian
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Хитмончан Khitmonchan
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Transcription of English name
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Thai
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เอบิวาลาร์ Ebiwalar
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Transcription of trademarked Japanese name
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