Mienfoo (#0619) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP45105–152200–294

Atk8581–150157–295

Def5049–11294–218

SpA5554–117103–229

SpD5049–11294–218

Spe6563–128121–251

Total350Higher than 31% of all Pokémon

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

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 65). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+128Max117No SP85Min76Scarf192Tailwind256

At max Speed, Mienfoo outspeeds 12 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

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

Fairy2×Flying2×Psychic2×

Resists

Bug½×Dark½×Rock½×

Takes normal damage from 12 types

NormalFightingPoisonGroundGhostSteelFireWaterGrassElectricIceDragon

Abilities

Inner Focus
Prevents flinching.
Regenerator
Heals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.
RecklessHidden ability
Strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power.

Competitive

SV SinglesLC

85.26% of teams · rank #1 · Singles, first stages at Lv 5 · 1630+ rating · 7,479 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Eviolite
Ability: Regenerator
Nature: Jolly
EVs: 196 Def / 36 SpD / 236 Spe
Tera Type: Water

Knock Off
High Jump Kick
U-turn
Fake Out

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

All players66.59%
Rated 1500+75%
Rated 1630+85.26%
Rated 1760+81.12%

Usage by month

Oct 202585.26%

Moves

Knock Off99.8%
High Jump Kick96.4%
U-turn85.6%
Fake Out62.2%
Swords Dance14.2%
Close Combat10.8%
Substitute10.8%
Stone Edge9.6%
Taunt3.3%
Poison Jab2.3%

Items

Eviolite85.9%
Choice Scarf12.3%
Choice Band1.6%
Life Orb0.1%
Sitrus Berry0%
Assault Vest0%

Abilities

87.4%
10.8%
1.8%

EV spreads

Jolly 196 Def / 36 SpD / 236 Spe62.4%
Jolly 236 Atk / 36 Def / 236 Spe14.5%
Adamant 236 Atk / 36 Def / 236 Spe7.4%
Jolly 236 Atk / 36 SpD / 236 Spe4.2%
Impish 156 HP / 196 Def / 156 Spe2.1%

Tera types

Water43%
Steel32.2%
Fighting14.2%
Ghost5.4%

Common teammates

Checks & counters

Venonat88.5%
Numel83%
Shellos78%
Vullaby65.2%
Foongus58.6%
Snubbull74.2%

Evolution

#0619MienfooFighting
1. Level 50#0620MienshaoFighting

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 14

1DetectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.FightingStatus——5

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

5Fake OutCan only be used as the first move after the user enters battle. Causes the target to flinch.NormalPhys40100%10

10ReversalInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.FightingPhys—100%15

15Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15

20Quick GuardPrevents any priority moves from hitting friendly Pokémon this turn.FightingStatus——15

25Force PalmHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.FightingPhys60100%10

30U-turnUser must switch out after attacking.BugPhys70100%20

35Drain PunchDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.FightingPhys75100%10

40Hone ClawsRaises the user’s Attack and accuracy by one stage.DarkStatus——15

45Aura SphereNever misses.FightingSpec80—20

51BounceUser bounces high into the air, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.FlyingPhys8585%5

55Calm MindRaises the user’s Special Attack and Special Defense by one stage.PsychicStatus——20

60High Jump KickIf the user misses, it takes half the damage it would have inflicted in recoil.FightingPhys13090%10

TM / HM / TR 41

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

TM04AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30

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

TM12Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

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

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

TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20

TM36Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

TM39Low SweepLowers the target’s Speed by one stage.FightingPhys65100%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

TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

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

TM64Bulk UpRaises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.FightingStatus——20

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

TM73Drain PunchDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.FightingPhys75100%10

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

TM83Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20

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

TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

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

TM112Aura SphereNever misses.FightingSpec80—20

TM129Calm MindRaises the user’s Special Attack and Special Defense by one stage.PsychicStatus——20

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

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

TM134ReversalInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.FightingPhys—100%15

TM150Stone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

TM158Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5

TM167Close CombatLowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FightingPhys120100%5

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

TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20

TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20

TM203Psych UpDiscards the user’s stat changes and copies the target’s.NormalStatus——10

TM213CoachingRaises the target's Attack and Defense by 1 stage. Fails if there is no ally adjacent to the user.FightingStatus——10

TM229Upper HandThe user reacts to the target's movement and strikes with the heel of its palm, making the target flinch. This move fails if the target is not readying a priority move.FightingPhys65100%15

Egg moves 3

EggFeintHits through Protect and Detect.NormalPhys30100%10

EggFocus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20

EggKnock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20

Pokédex entries

Category: Martial Arts Pokémon
Debut: Unova · Black & White
Color: Yellow
Shape
Habitat: —

Original Unova#125Updated Unova#219Coastal Kalos#003Updated Alola#359Updated Poni#106Isle of Armor#163Kitakami#137

Though small, Mienfoo’s temperament is fierce. Any creature that approaches Mienfoo carelessly will be greeted with a flurry of graceful attacks.
Shield
In one minute, a well-trained Mienfoo can chop with its arms more than 100 times.
Sword
They seclude themselves in the mountains and devote themselves to training. The form of their kicks and chops differs from pack to pack.
Ultra Moon
They can often be seen in packs in the morning, slowly moving their bodies through a series of poses.
Ultra Sun
It takes pride in the speed at which it can use moves. What it loses in power, it makes up for in quantity.
Black 2 · White 2 · X · Omega Ruby
They have mastered elegant combos. As they concentrate, their battle moves become swifter and more precise.
White
In fights, they dominate with onslaughts of flowing, continuous attacks. With their sharp claws, they cut enemies.
Black · Y · Alpha Sapphire

Names around the world

Japanese: コジョフー
Japanese (romaji): Kojofu
Korean: 비조푸
Chinese (Traditional): 功夫鼬
Chinese (Simplified): 功夫鼬
French: Kungfouine
German: Lin-Fu
Spanish: Mienfoo
Italian: Mienfoo

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 1 Atk
Catch rate: 180 ≈23.5% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 70
Growth rate: Medium Slow

Breeding

Egg groups: FieldHuman-Like
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 25 egg cycles ≈6,630 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Isle of Armor 5 areas

Challenge Beach (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Challenge RoadWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 10–60
Challenge Road (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Fields of Honor (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Honeycalm Sea (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40

Sword: The Isle of Armor 5 areas

Challenge Beach (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Challenge RoadWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 16–60
Challenge Road (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Fields of Honor (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Honeycalm Sea (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40

Ultra Moon 1 area

Vast Poni CanyonWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 43–46

Ultra Sun 1 area

Vast Poni CanyonWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 43–46

Y 2 areas

Friend Safari (Fighting)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
Road 8Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in yellow flowers · Lv 13–15

X 2 areas

Friend Safari (Fighting)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
Road 8Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in yellow flowers · Lv 13–15

White 2 5 areas

Dragonspiral Tower (entrance)Walking in dark grass · Lv 66
Road 14Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 33–39
Road 22Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39–47
Road 23Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48
Route 22 (Hidden Grotto)Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto · Lv 40–44

Black 2 5 areas

Dragonspiral Tower (entrance)Walking in dark grass · Lv 66
Road 14Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 33–39
Road 22Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39–47
Road 23Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48
Route 22 (Hidden Grotto)Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto · Lv 40–44

White 20 areas

Dragonspiral Tower (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 33
Dragonspiral Tower (entrance)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–37
Dragonspiral Tower (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–37
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49
Trial ChamberWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (4f Middle Room)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–40
Victory Road (unknown area 53)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 54)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 55)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 57)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 58)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 59)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 60)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 61)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 62)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 63)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 64)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 65)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 66)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41

Black 20 areas

Dragonspiral Tower (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 33
Dragonspiral Tower (entrance)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–37
Dragonspiral Tower (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–37
Road 14Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49
Trial ChamberWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (4f Middle Room)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (outside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–40
Victory Road (unknown area 53)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 54)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 55)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 57)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 58)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 59)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 60)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 61)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39
Victory Road (unknown area 62)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 63)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 64)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 65)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41
Victory Road (unknown area 66)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41