Stats & Training
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Sp. Def backs it up, though Attack doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a fast 800K XP curve to max out.
The eggs laid by Chansey are rich in nutrients and a favorite food of many Pokémon.
Not only are these Pokémon fast runners, they’re also few in number, so anyone who finds one must be lucky indeed.
Chansey Weakness
Fighting moves hit Chansey for super-effective damage. The upside? Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. Chansey's special bulk (base 105 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
 Poliwrath WaterFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Poliwrath builds →Dynamic Punch 2x160-188%KO Submission 2x128-150%KO Brick Break 2x120-141%KO Low Sweep 2x104-123%KO | ||
 Bewear NormalFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Bewear builds →Superpower 2x242-284%KO Hammer Arm 2x202-237%KO Brick Break 2x151-178%KO Low Sweep 2x131-154%KO | ||
 Pangoro FightingDark | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Pangoro builds →Hammer Arm 2x200-235%KO Sky Uppercut 2x170-200%KO Brick Break 2x150-177%KO Vital Throw 2x140-165%KO | ||
 Passimian Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Passimian builds →Close Combat 2x233-274%KO Brick Break 2x146-172%KO Low Sweep 2x127-150%KO Rock Smash 2x78-92% | ||
 Hariyama Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Hariyama builds →Close Combat 2x233-274%KO Brick Break 2x146-172%KO Vital Throw 2x136-161%KO Wake-Up Slap 2x136-161%KO | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Hydreigon builds →Draco Meteor19-22% Dark Pulse12-14% U Turn9-11% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Pelipper builds →Hurricane15-17% Scald11-13% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Galvantula builds →Volt Switch9-10% Thunder13-16% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagnetpull ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Magnezone builds →Flash Cannon18-21% Thunderbolt20-24% Volt Switch16-18% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Chansey View Ninetales builds →Heat Wave11-13% Flamethrower11-13% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Chansey connects Happiny to Blissey in this chain. At least one evolution here needs a special method. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+150 from Happiny). The final form adds another 90 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Chansey to get Happiny eggs (with patience) using 50 partners from the Fairy egg group. Notable egg moves include Aromatherapy, Counter, Endure and 9 more.
Sun & Moon Chansey Best Moveset
Lead with Chansey, set Stealth Rock, and keep pressure on. Natural Cure and Eviolite buy the time it needs, with max HP and Defense EVs letting it take hits while controlling the hazard game. Soft-Boiled keeps it healthy between hits.
Best Build
Chansey best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Seismic Toss
- Soft Boiled
- Toxic
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Seismic Toss
- Soft Boiled
- Toxic
- Heal Pulse
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Coverage runs deep. Chansey can hit 12 types beyond STAB, including Dark and Ice. The offense anchors on Giga Impact and Hyper Beam while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Chansey in Sun & Moon
8 encounter spots for Chansey at moderate rates starting from mid-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Chansey in Sun & Moon
To get Chansey, start by catching Happiny through walking and trade encounters at Lv. 3-55. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch HappinyRoute 1 - WestMoonGrass Lv.3-5 RouteEarlySOS from PichuRoute 1 - WestSunGrass Lv.3-5 RouteEarlySOS from PichuHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictMoonGrass Lv.5-8 CityEarlySOS from PichuHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictSunGrass Lv.5-8 CityEarlySOS from PichuRoute 1 - SouthMoonGrass Lv.10-13 RouteEarlySOS from MunchlaxRoute 1 - SouthMoonGrass Lv.10-13 RouteEarlySOS from BonslyRoute 1 - SouthSunGrass Lv.10-13 RouteEarlySOS from MunchlaxRoute 1 - SouthSunGrass Lv.10-13 RouteEarlySOS from BonslyRoute 4MoonGrass Lv.11-14 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffRoute 4SunGrass Lv.11-14 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffRoute 6 - NorthMoonGrass Lv.14-17 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffRoute 6 - NorthSunGrass Lv.14-17 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffRoute 6 - SouthMoonGrass Lv.14-17 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffRoute 6 - SouthSunGrass Lv.14-17 RouteEarlyDaySOS from IgglybuffLush Jungle - SouthMoonGrass Lv.18-21 ForestMidSOS from BonslyLush Jungle - SouthSunGrass Lv.18-21 ForestMidSOS from BonslyMalie CitySunIn-game trade Lv.27 CityMidTrade for (give Pancham)Malie CityMoonIn-game trade Lv.27 CityMidTrade for (give Pancham)
Step 2Chansey ✓Mount HokulaniMoonGrass Lv.25-28 RouteMidNightSOS from CleffaMount HokulaniSunGrass Lv.25-28 RouteMidNightSOS from CleffaBlush MountainMoonGrass Lv.26-29 CaveMidSOS from ElekidBlush MountainSunGrass Lv.26-29 CaveMidSOS from ElekidRoute 12SunGrass Lv.26-29 RouteMidSOS from ElekidRoute 12MoonGrass Lv.26-29 RouteMidSOS from ElekidPoni GroveSunGrass Lv.52-55 ForestPostSOS from RioluPoni GroveMoonGrass Lv.52-55 ForestPostSOS from Rioluor evolve from Happiny (Step 1)
Chansey Guide
At 450 BST, Chansey is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Blissey before bringing it to any serious fight.
In Sun & Moon, watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Chansey. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Chansey has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Chansey gets Natural Cure, Serene Grace, and Healer. But Natural Cure is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. Natural Cure synergizes with Chansey's base 105 Sp.Def, letting it soak special attacks as a pivot.
Chansey is leaning toward the special side (base 35 Sp. Atk). Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the wall role.
Game Availability
Present since Red & Blue, Chansey appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Gen 1 originals like Chansey have the longest track record of availability in the series.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves