Stats & Training
Hoopa's all-in on Sp. Atk at the expense of Defense. The special lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 3 Sp. Atk EVs and follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
In its true form, it possess a huge amount of power. Legends of its avarice tell how it once carried off an entire castle to gain the treasure hidden within.
It is said to be able to seize anything it desires with its six rings and six huge arms. With its power sealed, it is transformed into a much smaller form.
Hoopa Weakness
Hoopa is weak to Ghost and Dark. Watch out for Ghost and Dark attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Normal and Fighting-type moves entirely. Hoopa's special bulk (base 130 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Psychic |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
 Incineroar FireDark | A | |
Dark deals 4x damage to HoopaView Incineroar → | ||
 Chandelure GhostFire | A | |
Ghost deals 4x damage to HoopaView Chandelure → | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Ghost deals 4x damage to HoopaView Gengar → | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Dark deals 4x damage to HoopaView Tyranitar → | ||
In Sun & Moon, Incineroar can KO Hoopa with Knock Off (217-255%). Chandelure threatens a KO with Shadow Ball (152-179%). Gengar's Shadow Ball also KOs at 141-165%.
Incineroar FireDark | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Hoopa View Incineroar builds →Flare Blitz99-117%KO Knock Off 4x217-255%KO U Turn39-46% | ||
Chandelure GhostFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Hoopa View Chandelure builds →Shadow Ball 4x152-179%KO Flamethrower43-50% | ||
Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Hoopa View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball 4x141-165%KO | ||
Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Hoopa View Tyranitar builds →Crunch 4x296-349%KO Rock Slide69-82% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Hoopa is a mythical Psychic/Ghost type with 600 total stats. No evolution, no breeding. You get one through events or special distribution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Sun & Moon Hoopa Best Moveset
Magoberry buys the setup turn. Hoopa clicks Nasty Plot, then starts cleaning with Shadow Ball and utility options. Modest nature with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs makes sure nothing tanks a boosted hit comfortably.
Best Build
Hoopa best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Focus Blast
- Nasty Plot
- Substitute
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Trick Room
- Calm Mind
- Energy Ball
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs define Hoopa's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Dream Eater and Phantom Force, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Fighting and Electric coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Hoopa in Sun & Moon
Hoopa is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
This is an event-exclusive or special distribution.
Hoopa Guide
In Sun & Moon, Hoopa is a Mythical Pokemon rated B-Tier. At 600 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a wallbreaker. Shadow Ball with Magoberry is the standard set.
Magician is the go-to ability for Hoopa. It steals the target's held item when the bearer uses a damaging move. It's Hoopa's only ability.
In Sun & Moon, Hoopa fills the wallbreaker role. It's leaning toward the special side (base 150 Sp. Atk). Base 70 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
For Sun & Moon, the core moveset is Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Nasty Plot, and Substitute. Shadow Ball leads at 25% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
As a Mythical Pokemon, Hoopa has limited availability — 6 games since its debut in X & Y. Typically obtained through special events or in-game quests rather than standard encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
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 6XYDebut
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