psychic type

Hypno

B

#0097 · Gen 1 · BST 483

Psychic
Legal M-A
Usage rate
4.6%
Estimated win rate49.7%

Base stats

HP85
Atk73
Def70
SpA73
SpD115
Spe67

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP160
Atk93
Def90
SpA93
SpD135
Spe87

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP160
Atk93
Def90
SpA93
SpD135
Spe87

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 160 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)93909313587
Lonely102 ▲81 ▼9313587
Brave102 ▲909313578 ▼
Adamant102 ▲9083 ▼13587
Naughty102 ▲9093121 ▼87
Bold83 ▼99 ▲9313587
Docile(neutral)93909313587
Relaxed9399 ▲9313578 ▼
Impish9399 ▲83 ▼13587
Lax9399 ▲93121 ▼87
Timid83 ▼909313595 ▲
Hasty9381 ▼9313595 ▲
Serious(neutral)93909313587
Jolly939083 ▼13595 ▲
Naive939093121 ▼95 ▲
Modest83 ▼90102 ▲13587
Mild9381 ▼102 ▲13587
Quiet9390102 ▲13578 ▼
Bashful(neutral)93909313587
Rash9390102 ▲121 ▼87
Calm83 ▼9093148 ▲87
Gentle9381 ▼93148 ▲87
Sassy939093148 ▲78 ▼
Careful939083 ▼148 ▲87
Quirky(neutral)93909313587

Role · Legality

Flexible

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Hypno is a Psychic-type Pokémon that tends to fit a flexible role in VGC, commonly paired with Diancie Mega and checked by Greninja Ash. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Psychic-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Diancie Mega

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Greninja Ash

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Hypno's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Hypno, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • psychic type
    Special

    Special Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • psychic type
    Special

    Psychic move that hits the target's Defense.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Physical

    Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • normal type
    StatusPriority +4

    Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.

    Pow
    —
    Acc
    —
    PP
    10

Abilities

InsomniaForewarnInner Focus

Items

Sitrus BerryFocus Sash

Tera Types

Psychic

Suggested usage notes

Hypno performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Flexible Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Hypnowith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Hypno good in ChampionsVGC?

Hypno can fit a flexible role, commonly alongside Diancie Mega and kept in check by Greninja Ash. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Hypno?

Hypno is Psychic-type.

ⓘAll figures are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee competitive results. Matchups are situational.