Hitmonchan
Hitmonchan is a Fighting-type Pokémon, known for its boxing prowess. It evolves from Tyrogue when its Attack and Defense stats are equal. Hitmonchan is recognized for its unique ability to throw punches at incredible speed and precision. It is part of the original Pokémon series and has become a popular choice for trainers interested in skilled hand-to-hand combat.
| National Pokedex No: 0107 |
| Type: |
| Category: Punching Pokémon |
| Height: 1.4 m (4′07″) |
| Weight : 50.2 kg (110.7 lbs) |
| Gender: 100% ♂, 0% ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities: Keen Eye or Iron Fist/Inner Focus |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Hitmonchan is a Pokémon known for its unique physical characteristics.
Hitmonchan has a bipedal, humanoid anatomy with a well-defined musculature, indicating physical strength. Its limbs, especially the arms, are muscular and designed for powerful punching movements. The body of Hitmonchan is primarily light brown, with darker brown details. The boxing gloves are distinctively red, contrasting with the rest of its body.
Hitmonchan wears a unique headgear resembling a cap or helmet, with a pronounced crest. The headgear contributes to its boxing theme and may serve a protective function during battles. Hitmonchan’s face is expressive, often depicting determination during battles. It features large, round eyes that convey focus and intensity.
The red boxing gloves are a defining feature, underscoring Hitmonchan’s specialization in punching techniques. The gloves are sleek and well-fitted, suggesting a professional and purposeful design. Hitmonchan is often depicted in a classic boxer’s stance, showcasing its readiness for combat. The posture further emphasizes its role as a skilled and disciplined fighter.
Hitmonchan’s skin appears smooth, lacking any fur or prominent texture. This smooth texture contributes to its streamlined and agile appearance.
These characteristics collectively create a visually compelling and thematically fitting design for Hitmonchan, embodying the essence of a powerful and agile combatant.
Behaviour
Hitmonchan, like all Pokémon, is a fictional species, and its behavior is often depicted in various Pokémon media, including the animated series, games, and other related content. While the portrayal of Pokémon behavior can vary across different instances, here are some general aspects of Hitmonchan’s behavior based on its characteristics.
Hitmonchan is renowned for its boxing prowess, and its behavior often revolves around a disciplined and strategic approach to combat. In battles, Hitmonchan showcases agility, reflexes, and a diverse array of punching techniques, making it a formidable opponent.
Hitmonchan is often associated with discipline and rigorous training, reflecting the dedication required to achieve mastery in the art of boxing. Trainers and Pokémon experts highlight the importance of consistent training to bring out the best in Hitmonchan’s abilities. Hitmonchan exhibits a focused and determined demeanor, especially during battles. Its expressions convey a strong sense of concentration and intent to succeed.
In situations involving its Trainer or allies, Hitmonchan may display a protective instinct, using its combat skills to shield and defend against threats. Hitmonchan’s behavior within a group or team context can vary. In instances where it coexists with other Pokémon, its interactions may depend on factors like camaraderie, leadership, or shared objectives.
Hitmonchan’s behavior may demonstrate adaptability in response to different opponents and battle scenarios. It showcases a versatile range of punches, adapting its techniques based on the situation.
When trained by a skilled Pokémon Trainer, Hitmonchan typically exhibits obedience and loyalty. The bond between Trainer and Pokémon is crucial for effective collaboration in battles and competitions.
It’s important to note that specific instances of Hitmonchan’s behavior can vary based on the context of the Pokémon story or game. Trainers and the environments they create for their Hitmonchan play a significant role in shaping its behavior and development.
Evolution
Hitmonchan is a Pokémon that evolves from Tyrogue when specific conditions are met. The evolution process of Tyrogue, which is the pre-evolutionary form of Hitmonchan, is unique because it can evolve into one of three different Pokémon: Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, or Hitmontop. The evolution outcome is determined by Tyrogue’s individual values (IVs), specifically its Attack and Defense stats. Here’s how Tyrogue evolves into Hitmonchan.
Tyrogue evolves when it reaches level 20. However, the specific evolution depends on its Attack and Defense stats. If Tyrogue’s Attack stat is higher than its Defense stat, it evolves into Hitmonlee. If Tyrogue’s Defense stat is higher than its Attack stat, it evolves into Hitmonchan. If Tyrogue’s Attack and Defense stats are equal, it evolves into Hitmontop.
Upon meeting the criteria for evolving into Hitmonchan, Tyrogue undergoes the evolution, and the player obtains Hitmonchan as the evolved form. The outcome of Tyrogue’s evolution is influenced by its performance in battles and the training it undergoes. The emphasis on either Attack or Defense during training contributes to the evolution’s direction.
In Pokémon games, when Tyrogue evolves, a brief animation or screen display indicates the evolution, and the player gains the evolved Hitmonchan in their Pokémon roster. Players can aim for specific evolutions by carefully selecting or breeding Tyrogue with desired stats to achieve Hitmonchan.
Trainers often strategize and plan Tyrogue’s evolution based on their team composition and the specific Fighting-type Pokémon they desire (Hitmonchan in this case). As a fully evolved Fighting-type Pokémon, Hitmonchan is known for its boxing-themed moveset and agility in battles, making it a valuable asset for trainers specializing in Fighting-type strategies.
Understanding Tyrogue’s evolution into Hitmonchan adds a strategic dimension to Pokémon training and team building, allowing players to tailor their teams to their preferred combat styles and preferences.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
In its first appearance in “The Punchy Pokémon” Hitmonchan belonged to Anthony. Participating in the P1 Grand Prix, it faced an unfortunate defeat when Team Rocket interfered, stealing a Hitmonlee and sabotaging the match.
In various other Pokémon episodes Hitmonchan appeared:
- In “The Lost Lapras” a Hitmonchan attacked Lapras, battling Pikachu and fleeing when Tracey intervened.
- In “Stage Fight!” Roger’s Hitmonchan played a role in a showboat performance and fought Team Rocket.
- In “Chikorita’s Big Upset” a gang member, Hitmonchan, joined Chikorita after her victory.
- In “A Tyrogue Full of Trouble” Kiyo’s Hitmonchan aided in breaking a boulder and battled a wild Tyrogue.
- In “Gotta Catch Ya Later!” Kim’s Hitmonchan battled Misty‘s Politoed and lost.
- In “Pasta La Vista” Kyle Hamm’s Hitmonchan was borrowed by May for a dojo battle against Ash.
- In “Solitary and Menacing!” multiple Hitmonchan were in the Fighting Dojo, one of which battled Bea.
- Goh received a Hitmonchan from the Karate Master in “Pokémon Journeys: The Series”.
Anime Minor Appearances
In various Pokémon episodes Hitmonchan appeared:
- In “Showdown at Dark City” a Hitmonchan was part of the Yas Gym’s Pokémon lineup.
- In “Riddle Me This” a Hitmonchan at the Pokémon Lab became a target for Team Rocket.
- In “Pikachu’s Vacation” a Hitmonchan was present at the Pokémon Theme Park.
- In “To Master the Onixpected!” Bruno’s Hitmonchan was featured in a video.
- In “Pikachu Re-Volts” Cassidy and Butch controlled a Hitmonchan with their Drowzee.
- In “Misty Meets Her Match” Rudy’s Hitmonchan was showcased at the Trovita Gym.
- In “The Power of One” a Hitmonchan sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III.
- In the Japanese credits of “Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure” a Hitmonchan made an appearance.
- In “Beauty and the Breeder” a Pokémon Breeder’s Hitmonchan participated in a breeding competition.
- In “Enlighten Up!” a Hitmonchan belonged to a student at Slowpoke Temple.
- In “Johto Photo Finish” Gary’s demonstration featured a Hitmonchan evolving from a Tyrogue.
- In “Two Degrees of Separation!” a Hitmonchan appeared as a character in a console fighting game.
- In “The Pendant That Starts It All: Part One” a Hitmonchan was owned by a student of Indigo Academy.
- A Coordinator’s Hitmonlee appeared in the episode ”Channeling the Battle Zone!”.
A Trainer’s Hitmonchan appeared in the episodes:
- ”Friends to the End” (participated in the closing ceremonies of the Indigo League)
- ”Wired for Battle!” (in Muramasa’s dojo)
- ”Two Hits and a Miss” (at a Fighting-type dojo)
- ”Extreme Pokémon!” (participated in the Extreme Pokémon Race)
- ”Saved by the Beldum” (participated in the Ever Grande Conference)
- ”Glory Blaze!” (participated in the Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition)
- ”I Choose You!”
- ”This Magik Moment!”
Manga Appearances
Pokémon Adventures
In “Punching Poliwrath”, Bruno showcased his formidable Hitmonchan, proficient in Fire Punch, Thunder Punch, and Ice Punch. Crystal, in “Slugging Out with Slugma”, owns Monlee, a Hitmonchan with rapid, blinding punching abilities, captured on Mt. Mortar. Monlee is part of Crystal’s main team, as revealed in “Lively Larvitar”. Additionally, a Hitmonchan participated in the fight in Ilex Forest during “The Last Battle XIII”. A fantasy sequence in “PSs1” featured a Hitmonchan at the Battle Pike, while Team Galactic Grunts used multiple Hitmonchan in “Halting Honchkrow”. Another Hitmonchan appeared in “Out-Odding Oddish”, under the ownership of a Pokéathlon participant.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
Giovanni showcased his Hitmonchan in “Finish Off Team Rocket!!”. Additionally, a Hitmonchan featured in “Which One is the Real Clefairy!?”. Bruno used his Hitmonchan in the Pokémon League during “Clefairy’s Under Training!!”. Another Hitmonchan appeared in “Demanding Tests at the Pokémon School!”. Kiyo’s Hitmonchan was showcased in “The Mysterious Underground Amusement Park”, and a Hitmonchan made an appearance in “Legend Of The Strongest Pokémon!!”.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
A Hitmonchan made an appearance in “Let’s Aim For The Goal!” while Gold borrowed one for a tournament in “Let’s Use Fighting Type Pokémon!!.”. Another one was featured in a flashback in “Let’s Fight For The Future!!”.
Hitmonchan also appeared in the following manga:
Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon – a Hitmonchan was seen in this manga.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – in the episodes GDZ21 and GDZ51.
Pokémon Journeys: The Series – in the episode ”In Solitary and Menacing!” (multiple Hitmonchan, one owned by Karate Mater, and other were seen in the Fighting Dojo).
Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire – in the episodes ”I Won’t Let You Lead!!” and ”Pokémon New Year”.
Pokémon Zensho – in the sixth chapter of this manga, PZ07 (owned by the Dojo Master).
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Saffron City |
| Pokémon Yellow | Saffron City |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Crystal | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Saffron City |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Citadark Isle |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Platinum | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Trade |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Saffron City, Victory Road |
| Pokémon Sword | Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness |
| Pokémon Shield | Dusty Bowl, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Evolve Tyrogue |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Trade |
Hitmonchan's origin name
Hitmonchan, the Boxing Pokémon, has an interesting origin name that reflects its pugilistic nature.
English: Hitmonchan – The English name is a combination of “hit,” emphasizing its boxing prowess, and “chan,” which might be a reference to the legendary martial artist Jackie Chan.
Japanese: Ebiwalar – The Japanese name is エビワラー (Ebiwalar), derived from “Ebi” (shrimp) and “warrior.” This name reflects its martial arts theme, likening its movements to a shrimp.
French: Tygnon – In French, it’s called “Tygnon,” a playful fusion of “Tyson,” referencing the renowned boxer Mike Tyson, and “poing” (fist).
German: Nockchan – The German name “Nockchan” combines “nock” (strike) and “chan,” emphasizing its combat abilities.
Spanish: Hitmonchan – The Spanish name remains the same as the English one, “Hitmonchan.”
Italian: Hitmonchan – Similarly, the Italian name is “Hitmonchan,” following the English nomenclature.
Korean: 쏘드라 (Sseodeura) – The Korean name, “쏘드라 (Sseodeura),” doesn’t directly reflect its boxing theme, and its etymology is not as apparent.
Chinese (Simplified): 飞腿郎 (Fēituǐláng) – The Simplified Chinese name is “飞腿郎 (Fēituǐláng),” translating to “Flying Kick Gentleman”.
Chinese (Traditional): 飛腿郎 (Fēituǐláng) – In Traditional Chinese, it shares the same name as Simplified Chinese, “飛腿郎 (Fēituǐláng)”.
These names showcase the localization efforts to capture Hitmonchan’s boxing and martial arts theme in different languages, often drawing inspiration from real-world figures in the field of combat sports.