Hoppip (#0187) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP3595–142180–274

Atk3536–9567–185

Def4040–10176–196

SpA3536–9567–185

SpD5554–117103–229

Spe5049–11294–218

Total250Higher than 5% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 SpD.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 50). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+112Max102No SP70Min63Scarf168Tailwind224

At max Speed, Hoppip outspeeds 11 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Ice4×Fire2×Flying2×Poison2×Rock2×

Resists

Grass¼×Fighting½×Water½×

Immune to

Ground0×

Takes normal damage from 9 types

NormalBugGhostSteelElectricPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

Chlorophyll
Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.
Leaf Guard
Protects against major status ailments during strong sunlight.
InfiltratorHidden ability
Bypasses Light Screen, Reflect, and Safeguard.

Competitive

SV SinglesLC

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

#0187HoppipGrassFlying
1. Level 18#0188SkiploomGrassFlying
  1. Level 27#0189JumpluffGrassFlying

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 18

1SplashDoes nothing.NormalStatus——40

1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

4Tail WhipLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30

6AbsorbDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.GrassSpec20100%25

8Fairy WindInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FairySpec40100%30

10Poison PowderPoisons the target.PoisonStatus—75%35

10Sleep PowderPuts the target to sleep.GrassStatus—75%15

10Stun SporeParalyzes the target.GrassStatus—75%30

12Bullet SeedHits 2-5 times in one turn.GrassPhys25100%30

15SynthesisHeals the user by half its max HP. Affected by weather.GrassStatus——5

19Leech SeedSeeds the target, stealing HP from it every turn.GrassStatus—90%10

22Mega DrainDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.GrassSpec40100%15

24AcrobaticsHas double power if the user has no held item.FlyingPhys55100%15

27Cotton SporeLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.GrassStatus—100%40

29U-turnUser must switch out after attacking.BugPhys70100%20

32Giga DrainDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.GrassSpec75100%10

35BounceUser bounces high into the air, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.FlyingPhys8585%5

38MementoLowers the target’s Attack and Special Attack by two stages. User faints.DarkStatus—100%10

TM / HM / TR 37

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM02CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM14AcrobaticsHas double power if the user has no held item.FlyingPhys55100%15

TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM27Aerial AceNever misses.FlyingPhys60—20

TM33Magical LeafNever misses.GrassSpec60—20

TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5

TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM56Bullet SeedHits 2-5 times in one turn.GrassPhys25100%30

TM60U-turnUser must switch out after attacking.BugPhys70100%20

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM71Seed BombInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GrassPhys80100%15

TM74ReflectReduces damage from physical attacks by half.PsychicStatus——20

TM75Light ScreenReduces damage from special attacks by 50% for five turns.PsychicStatus——30

TM79Dazzling GleamInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FairySpec80100%10

TM81Grass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM88Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TM111Giga DrainDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.GrassSpec75100%10

TM113TailwindFor three turns, friendly Pokémon have doubled Speed.FlyingStatus——15

TM119Energy BallHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GrassSpec90100%10

TM122EncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5

TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM131Pollen PuffDamages opponents, but heals allies for 50% of their max HP.BugSpec90100%15

TM132Baton PassAllows the trainer to switch out the user and pass effects along to its replacement.NormalStatus——40

TM137Grassy TerrainFor five turns, heals all Pokémon on the ground for 1/16 max HP each turn and strengthens their Grass moves to 1.5× their power.GrassStatus——10

TM159Leaf StormLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.GrassSpec13090%5

TM168Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM185LungeLowers the target’s Attack by one stage after inflicting damage.BugPhys80100%15

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

Egg moves 8

EggCotton GuardRaises the user’s Defense by three stages.GrassStatus——10

EggEncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5

EggGrassy TerrainFor five turns, heals all Pokémon on the ground for 1/16 max HP each turn and strengthens their Grass moves to 1.5× their power.GrassStatus——10

EggRage PowderRedirects the target’s single-target effects to the user for this turn.BugStatus——20

EggSeed BombInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GrassPhys80100%15

EggStrength SapHeals the user by the target’s current Attack stat and lowers the target’s Attack by one stage.GrassStatus—100%10

EggSwitcherooUser and target swap items.DarkStatus—100%10

EggWorry SeedChanges the target’s ability to Insomnia.GrassStatus—100%10

Pokédex entries

Category: Cottonweed Pokémon
Debut: Johto · Gold & Silver
Color: Pink
Shape
Habitat: Grassland
Pal Park area: Field

Original Johto#067Updated Johto#067Central Kalos#135Paldea#016

To keep from being blown away by the wind, they gather in clusters. But they do enjoy gentle breezes.
HeartGold
It drifts on winds. It is said that when HOPPIP gather in fields and mountains, spring is on the way.
Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2 · Y
This Pokémon drifts and floats with the wind. If it senses the approach of strong winds, a HOPPIP links leaves with others to prepare against being blown away.
Emerald
This Pokémon drifts and floats with the wind. If it senses the approach of strong winds, HOPPIP links its leaves with other HOPPIP to prepare against being blown away.
Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire
It can be carried away on even the gentlest breeze. It may even float all the way to the next town.
Crystal
Its body is so light, it must grip the ground firmly with its feet to keep from being blown away.
Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver · X
To keep from being blown away by the wind, they gather in clusters. They do enjoy gentle breezes, though.
Gold · LeafGreen

Names around the world

Japanese: ハネッコ
Japanese (romaji): Hanecco
Korean: 통통코
Chinese (Traditional): 毽子草
Chinese (Simplified): 毽子草
French: Granivol
German: Hoppspross
Spanish: Hoppip
Italian: Hoppip

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

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Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 1 SpD
Catch rate: 255 ≈33.3% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 50
Growth rate: Medium Slow

Breeding

Egg groups: FairyGrass
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Y 1 area

Road 7Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 7

X 1 area

Road 7Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 7

XD 1 area

Oasis PokespotFinding a Wild Pokemon at any of the three Pokespots in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 10–20

SoulSilver 7 areas

Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Road 15Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
Road 33Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–8
Road 48Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 20–22
Safari Zone MeadowWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 15–17

HeartGold 7 areas

Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Road 15Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
Road 33Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–8
Road 48Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 20–22
Safari Zone MeadowWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 15–17

Platinum 1 area

Road 205 (south, towards Floaroma Town)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 10–12

Pearl 2 areas

Fuego IronworksWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29
Road 205 (south, towards Floaroma Town)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 9–10

Diamond 2 areas

Road 205 (east, towards Eterna City)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 11
Road 205 (south, towards Floaroma Town)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 9–10

LeafGreen 5 areas

Five IslandSurfing · Lv 5–15
Five Isle MeadowSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–15
Memorial PillarSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–16
Resort GorgeousSurfing · Lv 5–15
Water LabyrinthSurfing · Lv 5–15

FireRed 5 areas

Five IslandSurfing · Lv 5–15
Five Isle MeadowSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–15
Memorial PillarSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–16
Resort GorgeousSurfing · Lv 5–15
Water LabyrinthSurfing · Lv 5–15

Crystal 9 areas

Road 11Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–16
Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28
Road 15Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
Road 29Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 3
Road 30Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Road 31Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5
Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–7
Road 33Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–7

Silver 5 areas

Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Road 15Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
Road 33Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–8

Gold 5 areas

Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Road 15Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22–24
Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
Road 33Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6–8