Stats & Training
Linoone's spread isn't flashy. Speed leads, Sp. Atk trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Speed EVs, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
Linoone Weakness
Linoone is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
 Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
 Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Vital Throw 2x60-71% Arm Thrust 2x18-22% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Blast 2x76-90% Drain Punch 2x49-58% Brick Break 2x49-58% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Blast 2x57-67% Brick Break 2x64-76% Vital Throw 2x60-72% Arm Thrust 2x18-22% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Blast 2x72-85% Drain Punch 2x47-56% Brick Break 2x47-56% Rock Smash 2x27-33% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Blast 2x49-59% Brick Break 2x59-70% Vital Throw 2x56-67% Rock Smash 2x35-41% | ||
 Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x163-193%KO Focus Blast 2x81-95% Brick Break 2x83-98% Vital Throw 2x78-92% | ||
 Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x138-162%KO Focus Blast 2x64-77% Brick Break 2x69-83% Karate Chop 2x49-58% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Punch 2x86-101%KO Focus Blast 2x69-83% Drain Punch 2x44-52% Brick Break 2x44-52% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x111-132%KO Focus Blast 2x49-58% Brick Break 2x57-67% Vital Throw 2x54-64% | ||
 Tyrogue Fighting | D | |
Obtain MethodMt Mortar Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Tyrogue builds →Brick Break 2x41-49% Rock Smash 2x22-28% | ||
Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x166-196%KO Focus Blast 2x81-95% Submission 2x90-106%KO Brick Break 2x85-101%KO | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x139-164%KO Focus Blast 2x65-76% Brick Break 2x72-85% Karate Chop 2x48-57% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Punch 2x85-101%KO High Jump Kick 2x74-87% Focus Blast 2x69-82% Drain Punch 2x44-52% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x113-134%KO Focus Blast 2x48-57% Brick Break 2x57-68% Vital Throw 2x55-65% | ||
Tyrogue Fighting | D | |
Obtain MethodMt Mortar Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Tyrogue builds →Brick Break 2x41-49% Rock Smash 2x23-27% | ||
Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x159-188%KO Focus Blast 2x76-90% Submission 2x85-101%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x133-157%KO Focus Blast 2x62-73% Brick Break 2x68-81% Karate Chop 2x48-56% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Punch 2x83-98% High Jump Kick 2x71-84% Focus Blast 2x66-79% Drain Punch 2x42-50% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x109-129%KO Focus Blast 2x48-56% Brick Break 2x57-67% Vital Throw 2x52-62% | ||
Tyrogue Fighting | D | |
Obtain MethodMt Mortar Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Tyrogue builds →Brick Break 2x40-48% Rock Smash 2x23-28% | ||
Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x166-196%KO Focus Blast 2x80-94% Cross Chop 2x110-131%KO Submission 2x90-106%KO | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x140-165%KO Focus Blast 2x64-75% Cross Chop 2x94-111%KO Brick Break 2x72-85% | ||
Meditite FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Meditite builds →Focus Punch 2x86-102%KO High Jump Kick 2x73-87% Focus Blast 2x69-82% Drain Punch 2x45-53% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x113-133%KO Close Combat 2x90-106%KO Focus Blast 2x47-56% Brick Break 2x57-68% | ||
Tyrogue Fighting | D | |
Obtain MethodMt Mortar Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Tyrogue builds →Brick Break 2x41-48% Rock Smash 2x23-27% | ||
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Infernape can KO Linoone with Close Combat (168-198%).
 Infernape FireFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemExpert Belt NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Linoone View Infernape builds →Close Combat 2x168-198%KO U Turn33-39% Fire Blast62-73% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Fighting is super effective against LinooneView Machamp → | ||
HeartGold & SoulSilver Evolution
Linoone is the evolved form of Zigzagoon. Breeding produces Zigzagoon eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Zigzagoon gave Linoone the biggest boost in HP (+40), bringing the total to 420 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Linoone to get Zigzagoon eggs easily using 131 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Charm, Helping Hand, Mud-Slap and 4 more.
HeartGold & SoulSilver Linoone Best Moveset
Gluttony helps Linoone stick around while dealing real damage. Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, max Attack and Speed EVs for the right balance, and Bellydrum as the main threat. Not the fastest, but it doesn't need to be.
Best Build
Linoone best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Belly Drum
- Shadow Claw
- Extreme Speed
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 types means almost nothing walls Linoone cleanly, with Giga Impact and Hyper Beam anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Linoone in HeartGold & SoulSilver
48 encounter spots for Linoone at decent spawn rates starting from early-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Linoone in HeartGold & SoulSilver
To get Linoone, start by catching Zigzagoon through walking encounters at Lv. 3-42. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch ZigzagoonSprout TowerSoulSilverGrass Lv.3-4 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundSprout TowerHeartGoldGrass Lv.3-4 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundBurned Tower - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.13-14 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundBurned Tower - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.13-14 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundBurned Tower - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.14 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundBurned Tower - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.14 Building20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundBell Tower - 2F-10FHeartGoldGrass Lv.20-21 Building20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundBell Tower - 2F-10FSoulSilverGrass Lv.20-21 Building20%MidRadio: Hoenn Sound
Step 2Linoone ✓Route 31SoulSilverGrass Lv.3 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 31HeartGoldGrass Lv.3 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 30SoulSilverGrass Lv.4 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 30HeartGoldGrass Lv.4 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 32SoulSilverGrass Lv.6 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 32HeartGoldGrass Lv.6 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 25SoulSilverGrass Lv.8 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 25HeartGoldGrass Lv.8 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 24SoulSilverGrass Lv.9 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 24HeartGoldGrass Lv.9 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 34SoulSilverGrass Lv.12 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 34HeartGoldGrass Lv.12 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 35SoulSilverGrass Lv.14 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 35HeartGoldGrass Lv.14 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 42SoulSilverGrass Lv.14 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 42HeartGoldGrass Lv.14 Route20%EarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 22SoulSilverGrass Lv.5 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 22HeartGoldGrass Lv.5 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 4SoulSilverGrass Lv.8 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 4HeartGoldGrass Lv.8 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 9HeartGoldGrass Lv.13 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 9SoulSilverGrass Lv.13 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 6HeartGoldGrass Lv.14 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 6SoulSilverGrass Lv.14 RouteUncommonEarlyRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 43SoulSilverGrass Lv.17 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 43HeartGoldGrass Lv.17 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRuins of Alph - OutsideSoulSilverGrass Lv.18 Ruins20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRuins of Alph - OutsideHeartGoldGrass Lv.18 Ruins20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 44HeartGoldGrass Lv.22 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 44SoulSilverGrass Lv.22 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 45HeartGoldGrass Lv.24 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 45SoulSilverGrass Lv.24 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 27SoulSilverGrass Lv.30 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 27HeartGoldGrass Lv.30 Route20%MidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 10HeartGoldGrass Lv.16 RouteUncommonMidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 10SoulSilverGrass Lv.16 RouteUncommonMidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 13HeartGoldGrass Lv.25 RouteUncommonMidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 13SoulSilverGrass Lv.25 RouteUncommonMidRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 26SoulSilverGrass Lv.32 Route20%LateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 26HeartGoldGrass Lv.32 Route20%LateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 28SoulSilverGrass Lv.40 Route20%LateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 28HeartGoldGrass Lv.40 Route20%LateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 47HeartGoldGrass Lv.31-32 RouteUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 47SoulSilverGrass Lv.31-32 RouteUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 21SoulSilverGrass Lv.35 RouteUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn SoundRoute 21HeartGoldGrass Lv.35 RouteUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn SoundMt. Silver - BaseSoulSilverGrass Lv.42 CaveUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn SoundMt. Silver - BaseHeartGoldGrass Lv.42 CaveUncommonLateRadio: Hoenn Soundor evolve from Zigzagoon (Step 1)
Linoone Guide
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Linoone isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Galar Linoone to unlock its full potential. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Linoone's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Linoone's base 100 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Zigzagoon evolves into Linoone at level 20. Linoone evolves into Galarian Obstagoon at level 35. Linoone is a middle-stage evolution in the Zigzagoon line.
Pickup is the go-to ability for Linoone. It picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. Its hidden ability Quick Feet can work in specific setups. Gluttony is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Linoone fills the pivot role. It's a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. Base 100 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Linoone first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and spans 14 games across 8 generations. It later gained a Galarian form in Generation 8, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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 8SwShGalarian
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