Hypno
Hypno is a Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It is the evolved form of Drowzee and is known for its hypnotic abilities. Hypno is characterized by its humanoid appearance, pendulum-like pendulum, and Psychic powers. It is often associated with sleep and dreams, as well as the ability to create illusions using its hypnotic abilities.
| National Pokedex No: 0097 |
| Type: |
| Category: Hypnosis Pokémon |
| Height: 1.6 m (5′03″) |
| Weight : 75.6 kg (166.7 lbs) |
| Gender: 50% ♂, 50 % ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities: Insomnia or Forewarn/Inner Focus |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Hypno has a robust and humanoid body structure with a distinct yellow fur covering most of its body. Its torso is well-defined, showcasing a rounded belly with a notable spiral pattern on it. The primary coloration is yellow, providing it with a unique and easily recognizable appearance. The swirl on its belly is often depicted in a contrasting color, such as white or blue.
The most striking feature is its head, which has a tapering, elongated nose resembling that of an anteater. Hypno’s eyes are small, round, and white, adding to its somewhat unsettling appearance. A noticeable pair of rounded ears sit atop its head, contributing to its keen sense of hearing.
Hypno’s mouth is usually closed, and it has sharp teeth, which are visible when it opens its mouth during certain expressions.
It possesses two arms with three fingers on each hand, each ending in claw-like appendages. Hypno’s hands are used for various gestures and actions, emphasizing its psychic abilities. The lower body features two legs with two-toed feet, each toe ending in a sharp claw. Its feet are well-adapted for both terrestrial movement and supporting its weight during hypnosis rituals. Hypno’s tail is long and tapers towards the end, culminating in a distinctive star-shaped tip.
Hypno stands at an average height of around 5’3″ (1.6 meters), making it a relatively tall Pokémon. It has a weight of approximately 166.7 lbs (75.6 kg), giving it a solid and substantial presence.
These detailed physical characteristics collectively contribute to Hypno’s distinct appearance within the Pokémon universe, emphasizing its psychic and hypnotic nature.
Behaviour
Hypno’s behavior is characterized by a mix of its psychic abilities and the lore surrounding its hypnotic powers. Here are detailed insights into the behavior of Hypno
Hypno possesses formidable psychic powers, allowing it to manipulate objects and individuals using telekinesis. It can employ psychic attacks such as Psychic and Confusion, showcasing its mental prowess in battles. The most iconic aspect of Hypno’s behavior is its ability to induce sleep through hypnosis. Using its pendulum-like pendulum, Hypno swings it gently to lull its target into a deep slumber, making them highly susceptible to its suggestions.
Hypno’s behavior is known to involve the use of its Dream Eater move, allowing it to feed on the dreams of sleeping Pokémon or humans. It extracts nourishment from these dreams, and the target often experiences nightmares during the process.
According to Pokémon lore, Hypno is said to be particularly drawn to children and is known to hypnotize them for unknown reasons. This behavior has led to various myths and cautionary tales about Hypno’s presence near children. Despite its somewhat eerie reputation, Hypno is depicted as protective of its territory and those it cares about. It can be fiercely defensive when its hypnosis rituals are threatened or interrupted.
Hypno is often portrayed as a nocturnal Pokémon, being more active during the night. It uses the cover of darkness to conduct its hypnotic activities and exploit the vulnerability of its targets while they sleep.
Hypno’s behavior exudes an air of mystery, and its hypnotic abilities contribute to the enigmatic reputation it holds in the Pokémon world. Stories and myths surrounding Hypno often emphasize its connection to dreams and the subconscious mind. While not explicitly shown in the games or series, Hypno is believed to have a level of telepathic communication, especially with those it has hypnotized.
Understanding Hypno’s behavior involves recognizing the duality of its role as both a potentially protective guardian and a Pokémon with hypnotic capabilities that can be unsettling and mysterious.
Evolution
Hypno is the evolved form of Drowzee, and its evolution process follows a straightforward pattern in the Pokémon series.
When Drowzee gains enough experience points in battles and reaches level 26, it automatically evolves into Hypno. The evolution from Drowzee to Hypno involves a significant physical transformation.
Hypno is generally larger than Drowzee, both in height and weight, reflecting the growth and development during the evolutionary process. Evolution in the Pokémon world is closely tied to a Pokémon’s accumulation of experience points earned through battles.
As Hypno evolves from Drowzee, its psychic abilities are presumed to become more potent and refined. Hypno is expected to gain access to a broader range of psychic moves and techniques compared to its pre-evolved form. While specific behavioral changes may not be explicitly detailed in the game or anime narrative, it’s implied that the evolution brings about changes in how Hypno behaves and interacts with its environment.
Hypno’s evolution might be associated with the lore and cultural aspects of the Pokémon world, including the mythology surrounding psychic and hypnotic abilities.
Understanding the evolution of Hypno provides trainers and fans with insights into its growth, enhanced capabilities, and the developmental journey from its pre-evolved form, Drowzee.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
Hypno made its first appearance in ”Hypno’s Naptime” joining its pre-evolved form. The Pokémon Lover’s Club of HopHopHop Town sought their assistance to address sleep issues, but the ‘Sleep Waves’ inadvertently affected both children and Pokémon, draining energy. Drowzee intervened to resolve the situation
Hypno also appeared in the:
- ”Playing with Fire!” (Harrison utilized Hypno against Ash in the Silver Conference, overcoming Totodile but succumbing to Snorlax.)
- ”Fear Factor Phony” (A Hypno resided in an abandoned mining colony alongside other Psychic types.)
- ”Mission: Total Recall!” (Faba utilized Hypno to erase Lillie’s memories, thwarted by Gladion and his Silvally. Hypno reappeared in subsequent episodes of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon.)
Anime Minor Appearances
In ”The Power of One” Hypno detected the disruption caused by Lawrence III. ”The Psychic Sidekicks!” featured a Hypno residing in Len Town. A Pokémon Breeder’s Hypno competed in a breeding contest in ”Beauty and the Breeder”. Mickey utilized a Hypno in a battle against Ralph at the Pokémon Jujitsu Academy in ”Ariados, Amigos” but it was defeated by Houndour.”
A Coordinator’s Hypno appeared in the episode ”Spontaneous Combusken!”, where it participated in the Chrysanthemum Island Pokémon Contest.
A Trainer’s Hypno appeared in the episodes ”Destination: Coronation!” (battling against Visquez’s Raichu) and ”This Could be the Start of Something Big!”.
Manga Appearances
Darkrai Mission Story: Pokémon Ranger Vatonage – the Comic
In this manga a Hypno appeared in the episodes ”Altru Inc. Mystery” and ”Team Dim Sun” (as one of the Pokémon Heath controlled).
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
In this manga a Hypno appeared in the episode ”Destination: Coronation!” owned by Trainer.
Pokémon Adventures
Hypno made its first appearance in ”The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)” belonging to Al of the Team Rocket trio, in an attempt to recapture S.S. Anne.
In ”The Last Battle XIII”, a Hypno joined the Ilex Forest fight. The Battle Factory’s Hypno had encounters in ”Illumise interactions” and was stolen in Lemme at ”’Em, Lapras!”. Another Hypno from the Battle Factory was stolen with a Tangela in ”The Final Battle VI”. Hypno appeared in ”Unleashing the Incredible Z-Move” and ”Shipwreck, and Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!”. An Aether Foundation Hypno appeared in ”Summon the Emissaries of the Moon and the Sun” in a flashback.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
In this manga a Hypno owned by Eusine appared in the episode ”Farewell To Pikachu?!”.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All
One Hypno was seen in the the 32nd chapter of the Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All manga, GDZ32.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
In this manga a Hypno appeared in the episodes ”Aim to be the No. 1 Pokémon!” (Sabrina, Gym Leader of Saffron City’s Gym, enrolled her Hypno to showcase its talents on stage at the top Pokémon competition.), ”Pikachu’s Birthday Party” and ”Clefairy, the Wizard”.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Cerulean Cave |
| Pokémon Yellow | Evolve Drowzee |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Route 11 |
| Pokémon Crystal | Route 11 |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Cipher Key Lair |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Trade |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Evolve Drowzee |
| Pokémon Platinum | Evolve Drowzee |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Route 11, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Trade |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Dreamyard |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Evolve Drowzee |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Route 121 |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Poni Plains |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Poni Plains, Hau'oli City |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Evolve Drowzee |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Evolve Drowzee |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Asado Desert, Casseroya Lake, North Province (Area One), East Province (Area Two), South Province (Area One), South Province (Area Two), South Province (Area Three), South Province (Area Four), South Province (Area Five), South Province (Area Six), West Province (Area One), West Province (Area Three), Glaseado Mountain |
Hypno's origin name
English: Hypno – The English name “Hypno” is a shortened form of “hypnosis,” reflecting the Pokémon’s psychic and hypnotic abilities.
Japanese: スリーパー (Surīpā) – In Japanese, Hypno is known as “Sleeper,” a term associated with sleep and hypnosis.
German: Hypno – The German name remains consistent with the English version, using “Hypno.”
French: Hypnomade – The French name for Hypno is “Hypnomade,” combining “hypnose” (hypnosis) and “nomade” (nomad), possibly referring to the wandering or trance-like state induced by its psychic abilities.
Spanish: Hypno – Similar to German, the Spanish version retains the name “Hypno.”
Italian: Hypno – The Italian name aligns with the English and Spanish versions, using “Hypno.”
Korean: 슬리퍼 (Seullipeo) – The Korean name for Hypno is transliterated as “Seullipeo,” similar to the Japanese “Sleeper.”
Chinese (Simplified): 催眠貘 (Cuīmiánmò) – In Simplified Chinese, Hypno is named “Cuīmiánmò,” where “催眠” (Cuīmián) means “hypnosis,” and “貘” (mò) refers to a tapir, the animal Hypno is based on.
Chinese (Traditional): 催眠貘 (Cuīmiánmò) – The Traditional Chinese name mirrors the Simplified version, with “催眠貘” (Cuīmiánmò).
Understanding Hypno’s origin names in various languages provides insights into the linguistic choices made to convey its hypnotic and psychic nature across different cultures.