No. 0512
Simisage
Thorn Monkey Pokémon
Turn it with the arrows or by dragging · pinch or scroll to zoom. Fan-made model from the Pokémon 3D API project.
Simisage is a Grass-type Pokémon, 2× weak to Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire and Ice, with a base stat total of 498. In Pokémon Champions it’s #258 on the Doubles ladder and #254 in Singles, as of Oct 28, 2026.
- Height
- 1.1 m 3′07″
- Weight
- 30.5 kg 67.2 lbs
- Base stat total
- 498 Higher than 69% of Pokémon
- Introduced
- Gen V Black & White
Focus Sash · Adamant · Atk 32 / Def 2 / Spe 32Full set →Ill tempered, it fights by swinging its barbed tail around wildly. The leaf growing on its head is very bitter.
Base stats
Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 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
Type matchups
Colors show what this Pokémon takes
Weak to
Resists
Takes normal damage from 9 types
Speed tiers
The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 101); Choice Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.
At max Speed, Simisage outspeeds 20 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.
Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 on Showdown
Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 on Showdown
Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 on Showdown
WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 on Showdown
Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 on Showdown
Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 on Showdown
Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 on Showdown
BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 on Showdown
PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 on Showdown
RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 on Showdown
MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 on Showdown
Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 on Showdown
PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 on Showdown
FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 on Showdown
Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 on ShowdownSmogon · Showdown 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.
Abilities
- Gluttony
This Pokémon eats Berries at 1/2 max HP or less instead of their usual 1/4 max HP.
- Overgrow, hidden ability Hidden ability
At 1/3 or less of its max HP, this Pokémon's offensive stat is 1.5× with Grass attacks.
Competitive
Ranked ladder · in-game
Doubles
#258 of 262 used
Focus Sash (44.5%) · Overgrow, hidden ability (82.6%) · Adamant (34.8%) · Atk 32 / Def 2 / Spe 32 (28.0%)
Singles
#254 of 262 used
Focus Sash (38.3%) · Overgrow, hidden ability (85.7%) · Modest (26.9%) · HP 2 / SpA 32 / Spe 32 (30.7%)
Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.
Usage over time
Values
| Month | Regulation | Battles | Share of teams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,122,222 | <0.1% |
| May 2026 | Reg M-A | 3,355,619 | <0.1% |
| Jun 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,163,315 | <0.1% |
| Jul 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,764,686 | <0.1% |
| Aug 2026 | Reg M-B | 1,269,250 | <0.1% |
| Sep 2026 | Reg M-C | 1,631,943 | <0.1% |
Smogon · Showdown On Showdown
Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.
Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
Evolution
Moves
Level up 4
| 1 | Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn. | Normal | Physical | 18 | 80% | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LeerLowers the foe(s) Defense by 1. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 30 |
| 1 | Lick30% chance to paralyze the target. | Ghost | Physical | 30 | 100% | 30 |
| 1 | Seed BombNo additional effect. | Grass | Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 |
TM / HM / TR 34
| TM01 | Work UpRaises the user's Attack and Sp. Atk by 1. | Normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM06 | ToxicBadly poisons the target. Poison types can't miss. | Poison | Status | — | 90% | 10 |
| TM10 | Hidden PowerVaries in type based on the user's IVs. | Normal | Special | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| TM11 | Sunny DayFor 5 turns, intense sunlight powers Fire moves. | Fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM12 | TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns. | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM15 | Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Special | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM17 | ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM21 | FrustrationMax 102 power at minimum Happiness. | Normal | Physical | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM22 | Solar BeamCharges turn 1. Hits turn 2. No charge in sunlight. | Grass | Special | 120 | 100% | 10 |
| TM27 | ReturnMax 102 power at maximum Happiness. | Normal | Physical | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM31 | Brick BreakDestroys screens, unless the target is immune. | Fighting | Physical | 75 | 100% | 15 |
| TM32 | Double TeamRaises the user's evasiveness by 1. | Normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| TM39 | Rock Tomb100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Rock | Physical | 60 | 95% | 15 |
| TM41 | TormentTarget can't select the same move twice in a row. | Dark | Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM42 | FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed. | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| TM44 | RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status. | Psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM45 | AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM46 | ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's. | Dark | Physical | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| TM47 | Low Sweep100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Fighting | Physical | 65 | 100% | 20 |
| TM48 | RoundPower doubles if others used Round this turn. | Normal | Special | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| TM52 | Focus Blast10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1. | Fighting | Special | 120 | 70% | 5 |
| TM53 | Energy Ball10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1. | Grass | Special | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TM56 | FlingFlings the user's item at the target. Power varies. | Dark | Physical | — | 100% | 10 |
| TM62 | AcrobaticsPower doubles if the user has no held item. | Physical | 55 | 100% | 15 | |
| TM65 | Shadow ClawHigh critical hit ratio. | Ghost | Physical | 70 | 100% | 15 |
| TM66 | PaybackPower doubles if the user moves after the target. | Dark | Physical | 50 | 100% | 10 |
| TM68 | Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn. | Normal | Physical | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM80 | Rock Slide30% chance to make the foe(s) flinch. | Rock | Physical | 75 | 90% | 10 |
| TM86 | Grass KnotMore power the heavier the target. | Grass | Special | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM87 | SwaggerRaises the target's Attack by 2 and confuses it. | Normal | Status | — | 85% | 15 |
| TM88 | Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM90 | SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM96 | Nature PowerAttack depends on terrain (default Tri Attack). | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| TM100 | ConfideLowers the target's Sp. Atk by 1. | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
Tutor 20
| Tutor | CovetIf the user has no item, it steals the target's. | Normal | Physical | 60 | 100% | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutor | EndeavorLowers the target's HP to the user's HP. | Normal | Physical | — | 100% | 5 |
| Tutor | Focus PunchFails if the user takes damage before it hits. | Fighting | Physical | 150 | 100% | 20 |
| Tutor | Gastro AcidNullifies the target's Ability. | Poison | Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| Tutor | Giga DrainUser recovers 50% of the damage dealt. | Grass | Special | 75 | 100% | 10 |
| Tutor | Grass PledgeUse with Fire or Water Pledge for added effect. | Grass | Special | 80 | 100% | 10 |
| Tutor | Gunk Shot30% chance to poison the target. | Poison | Physical | 120 | 80% | 5 |
| Tutor | Helping HandOne adjacent ally's move power is 1.5× this turn. | Normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| Tutor | Iron Tail30% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1. | Steel | Physical | 100 | 75% | 15 |
| Tutor | Knock Off1.5× damage if foe holds an item. Removes item. | Dark | Physical | 65 | 100% | 20 |
| Tutor | Low KickMore power the heavier the target. | Fighting | Physical | — | 100% | 20 |
| Tutor | RecycleRestores the item the user last used. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| Tutor | Role PlayUser replaces its Ability with the target's. | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| Tutor | Seed BombNo additional effect. | Grass | Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| Tutor | SnoreUser must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target. | Normal | Special | 50 | 100% | 15 |
| Tutor | SuperpowerLowers the user's Attack and Defense by 1. | Fighting | Physical | 120 | 100% | 5 |
| Tutor | SynthesisHeals the user by a weather-dependent amount. | Grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| Tutor | Throat ChopFor 2 turns, the target cannot use sound moves. | Dark | Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| Tutor | UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep. | Normal | Special | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| Tutor | Worry SeedThe target's Ability becomes Insomnia. | Grass | Status | — | 100% | 10 |
No moves match those filters.
Biology
Pansage, one of a trio of monkey-like Pokémon, evolves into Simisage.
Design & origin
Its pre-evolution Pansage is one of a trio of Pokémon based on the "Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil" wise monkeys of Japanese folklore. Simisage's name derives from the words "simian" and "sage".
Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation V Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.
Polls & views
- Official vote, Japan#685 of 720 in the 2016 Pokémon General Election 720 (Japan), tiedOfficial results, via Cinematoday
Each line is one source, as it published it. Polls counted every form under its species.
Pokédex entries
It strikes its enemies with a thorn-covered tail. The leaf on its head is bitter.
Black 2 · White 2It attacks enemies with strikes of its thorn-covered tail. This Pokémon is wild tempered.
White · X · Omega RubyIll tempered, it fights by swinging its barbed tail around wildly. The leaf growing on its head is very bitter.
Black · Y · Alpha Sapphire
Names around the world
- English
- Simisage
- Japanese
- ヤナッキー
- Japanese (romaji)
- Yanakkie
- Korean
- 야나키
- Chinese (Traditional)
- 花椰猿
- Chinese (Simplified)
- 花椰猿
- French
- Feuiloutan
- German
- Vegichita
- Spanish
- Simisage
- Italian
- Simisage
Sprites
Artwork and 3D models
Gen IX · Gen VII · Gen VI · Gen V
Training
- EV yield
- 2 Spe
- Catch rate
- 75 ≈9.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
- Growth rate
- Medium
Breeding
- Egg groups
- Field
- Gender
- ♂ 87.5%♀ 12.5%
- Hatch time
- 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)
Where to find
Evolves from Pansage: Use Leaf Stone.
Not found in the wild in the games we have location data for.
Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.
Volcanion and 
Magearna; only the winner's vote count was published.