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No. 0264

Linoone

Rushing Pokémon

Linoone
Official art
Normal
Height
0.5 m 1′08″
Weight
32.5 kg 71.7 lbs
Base stat total
420 top 56%
Introduced
Gen III
Abilities
Pokédex entryShield
It uses its explosive speed and razor-sharp claws to bring down prey. Running along winding paths is not its strong suit.
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Base stats

HP78138–185266–360
Atk7067–134130–262
Def6159–124114–243
SpA5049–11294–218
SpD6159–124114–243
Spe10094–167184–328
Total420Higher than 44% of all Pokémon
HP78Atk70Def61Spe100SpD61SpA50

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 100). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+167Max152No SP120Min108Scarf250Tailwind334

At max Speed, Linoone outspeeds 18 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 2.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Linoone · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  12. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  13. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  14. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  15. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  16. 152Linoone · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  17. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  18. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  19. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120Linoone · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  22. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  23. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  24. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  25. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  26. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  27. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  28. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  29. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  30. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  31. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

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

Fighting2×

Immune to

Ghost0×
Takes normal damage from 16 types
NormalFlyingPoisonGroundRockBugSteelFireWaterGrassElectricPsychicIceDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

  • Pickup

    Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.

  • Gluttony

    Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.

  • Quick FeetHidden ability

    Increases Speed to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

Competitive

National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

  1. #0263ZigzagoonNormal
    1. Level 20#0264LinooneNormal
      1. Level 35 (night)#0862ObstagoonDarkNormal

Moves

Level up 19

EvoSlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20
1Baby-Doll EyesLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyStatus—100%30
1GrowlLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.NormalStatus—100%40
1Pin MissileHits 2-5 times in one turn.BugPhys2595%20
1Sand AttackLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundStatus—100%15
1SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20
1SwitcherooUser and target swap items.DarkStatus—100%10
1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1Tail WhipLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30
9CovetTakes the target’s item.NormalPhys60100%25
12HeadbuttHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.NormalPhys70100%15
15Hone ClawsRaises the user’s Attack and accuracy by one stage.DarkStatus——15
18Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15
23RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
28Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
33FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
38FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15
43Belly DrumUser pays half its max HP to max out its Attack.NormalStatus——10
48Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM / HM / TR 34

TM10Work UpRaises the user’s Attack and Special Attack by one stage each.NormalStatus——30
HM01CutInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys5095%30
HM03SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15
HM04StrengthInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys80100%15
HM06Rock SmashHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.FightingPhys40100%15
TMRoarImmediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.NormalStatus——20
TMIce BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10
TMBlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5
TMHyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
TMThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15
TMThunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20
TMThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10
TMDigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
TMDouble TeamRaises the user’s evasion by one stage.NormalStatus——15
TMRestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TMSubstituteTransfers 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
TMThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25
TMProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TMEndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TMSwaggerRaises the target’s Attack by two stages and confuses the target.NormalStatus—85%15
TMAttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15
TMSleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TMIron TailHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.SteelPhys10075%15
TMRain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
TMSunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TMShadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15
TMFacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TMShock WaveNever misses.ElectricSpec60—20
TMWater PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20
TMFlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
TMGiga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TMShadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15
TMGrass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20
TMCharge BeamHas a 70% chance to raise the user’s Special Attack by one stage.ElectricSpec5090%10

Pokédex entries

Category
Rushing Pokémon
Debut
Hoenn · Ruby & Sapphire
Color
White
Shape
Habitat
Grassland
Pal Park area
Field
Original Hoenn#013Central Kalos#013New Hoenn#013Galar#032Crown Tundra#072

  1. It uses its explosive speed and razor-sharp claws to bring down prey. Running along winding paths is not its strong suit.

    Shield

  2. Its fur is strong and supple. Shaving brushes made with shed Linoone hairs are highly prized.

    Sword

  3. When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.

    HeartGold · SoulSilver · X

  4. It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2 · Y

  5. When running in a straight line, it can top 60 miles per hour. However, it has a tough time with curved roads.

    FireRed · LeafGreen

  6. It is exceedingly fast if it only has to run in a straight line. When it spots pond- dwelling prey underwater, it quickly leaps in and catches it with its sharp claws.

    Emerald

  7. When hunting, LINOONE will make a beeline straight for the prey at a full run. While this Pokémon is capable of topping 60 mph, it has to come to a screeching halt before it can turn.

    Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire

  8. LINOONE always runs full speed and only in straight lines. If facing an obstacle, it makes a right-angle turn to evade it. This Pokémon is very challenged by gently curving roads.

    Ruby · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese
マッスグマ
Japanese (romaji)
Massuguma
Korean
직구리
Chinese (Traditional)
直衝熊
Chinese (Simplified)
直冲熊
French
Linéon
German
Geradaks
Spanish
Linoone
Italian
Linoone

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield
2 Spe
Catch rate
90 ≈11.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
147
Growth rate
Medium

Breeding

Egg groups
Field
Gender
♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time
15 egg cycles ≈4,080 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
SoulSilver 25 areas
  • Mount Silver (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 42
  • Road 10Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16
  • Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25
  • Road 21Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 35
  • Road 22Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5
  • Road 24Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 9
  • Road 25Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 8
  • Road 26Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 32
  • Road 27Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
  • Road 28Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40
  • Road 30Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
  • Road 31Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 3
  • Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
  • Road 34Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12
  • Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14
  • Road 4Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 8
  • Road 42Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 15
  • Road 43Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17
  • Road 44Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Road 45Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
  • Road 47Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 31–32
  • Road 6Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14
  • Road 9Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 13
  • Ruins of Alph (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18
  • Safari Zone PeakWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46
HeartGold 25 areas
  • Mount Silver (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 42
  • Road 10Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 16
  • Road 13Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25
  • Road 21Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 35
  • Road 22Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5
  • Road 24Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 9
  • Road 25Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 8
  • Road 26Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 32
  • Road 27Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
  • Road 28Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40
  • Road 30Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
  • Road 31Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 3
  • Road 32Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 6
  • Road 34Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12
  • Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14
  • Road 4Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 8
  • Road 42Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14
  • Road 43Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17
  • Road 44Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
  • Road 45Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
  • Road 47Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 31–32
  • Road 6Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14
  • Road 9Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 13
  • Ruins of Alph (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18
  • Safari Zone PeakWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46
Emerald 2 areas
  • Road 118Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
  • Road 119Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
Sapphire 5 areas
  • Road 118Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
  • Road 119Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
  • Road 120Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
  • Road 121Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–28
  • Road 123Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–28
Ruby 5 areas
  • Road 118Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
  • Road 119Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
  • Road 120Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 25–27
  • Road 121Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–28
  • Road 123Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–28