Yanma: Stats, Moves, Weakness & Evolution

Base stats

HP65140–172240–334

Atk6576–128121–251

Def4558–10685–207

SpA7585–139139–273

SpD4558–10685–207

Spe95103–161175–317

Total390Higher than 36% of Pokémon

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: 1 Spe.

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Type matchups

BugFlyingshow which type causes itweaknessresistance

Weak to

4×

Rock

2×

ElectricFireFlyingIce

Resists

½×

Bug

¼×

FightingGrass

Immune to

0×

Ground

Takes normal damage from 9 types

NormalPoisonGhostSteelWaterPsychicDragonDarkFairy

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 95); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+161Max147No SP115Min103Scarf241Tailwind322

At max Speed, Yanma outspeeds 17 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown, and ties 1.

Smogon · 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

This Pokémon's Speed is raised 1 stage at the end of each full turn on the field.
Everything about Speed Boost →
Other Pokémon with Speed Boost 12
Torchic Combusken Blaziken Ninjask Carvanha Sharpedo Yanmega Venipede Whirlipede Scolipede Flittle Espathra
This Pokémon's moves have their accuracy multiplied by 1.3.
Everything about Compound Eyes →
Other Pokémon with Compound Eyes 11
Butterfree Venonat Dustox Nincada Joltik Galvantula Scatterbug Vivillon Blipbug Dottler Rellor
On switch-in, this Pokémon identifies the held items of all opposing Pokémon.
Everything about Frisk →
Other Pokémon with Frisk 29
Wigglytuff Alolan Exeggutor Hisuian Typhlosion Sentret Furret Stantler Shuppet Banette Duskull Dusclops Yanmega Dusknoir Gothita Gothorita Gothitelle Phantump Trevenant Pumpkaboo Gourgeist Noibat Noivern Orbeetle Impidimp Morgrem Grimmsnarl Wyrdeer Flittle Espathra Munkidori

Competitive

Smogon · Showdown On Showdown

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera

SV SinglesNFE

Evolution

#0193YanmaBugFlying
1. Level up knowing Ancient Power
  #0469YanmegaBugFlying

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 15

1TackleNo additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

6Quick AttackUsually goes first.NormalPhys40100%30

11Double TeamRaises the user's evasiveness by 1.NormalStatus——15

14Air CutterHigh critical hit ratio. Hits adjacent foes.FlyingSpec6095%25

17DetectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn.FightingStatus——5

22SupersonicCauses the target to become confused.NormalStatus—55%20

27UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep.NormalSpec90100%10

30Bug BiteUser steals and eats the target's Berry.BugPhys60100%20

33Ancient Power10% chance to raise all stats by 1 (not acc/eva).RockSpec60100%5

38HypnosisCauses the target to fall asleep.PsychicStatus—60%20

43Wing AttackNo additional effect.FlyingPhys60100%35

46ScreechLowers the target's Defense by 2.NormalStatus—85%40

49U-turnUser switches out after damaging the target.BugPhys70100%20

54Air Slash30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15

57Bug Buzz10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.BugSpec90100%10

TM / HM / TR 33

TM01Take DownHas 1/4 recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM07ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM15Struggle Bug100% chance to lower the foe(s) Sp. Atk by 1.BugSpec50100%20

TM18ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's.DarkPhys60100%25

TM21Pounce100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1.BugPhys50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed.NormalPhys70100%20

TM27Aerial AceThis move does not check accuracy.FlyingPhys60—20

TM32SwiftThis move does not check accuracy. Hits foes.NormalSpec60—20

TM40Air CutterHigh critical hit ratio. Hits adjacent foes.FlyingSpec6095%25

TM47EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP.NormalStatus——10

TM49Sunny DayFor 5 turns, intense sunlight powers Fire moves.FireStatus——5

TM60U-turnUser switches out after damaging the target.BugPhys70100%20

TM65Air Slash30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15

TM70Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move.NormalStatus——10

TM85RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status.PsychicStatus——5

TM88Swords DanceRaises the user's Attack by 2.NormalStatus——20

TM95Leech LifeUser recovers 50% of the damage dealt.BugPhys80100%10

TM103SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute.NormalStatus——10

TM111Giga DrainUser recovers 50% of the damage dealt.GrassSpec75100%10

TM113TailwindFor 4 turns, allies' Speed is doubled.FlyingStatus——15

TM114Shadow Ball20% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GhostSpec80100%15

TM120Psychic10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.PsychicSpec90100%10

TM134ReversalMore power the less HP the user has left.FightingPhys—100%15

TM162Bug Buzz10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.BugSpec90100%10

TM168Solar BeamCharges turn 1. Hits turn 2. No charge in sunlight.GrassSpec120100%10

TM171Tera BlastIf Terastallized: Phys. if Atk > SpA, type = Tera.NormalSpec80100%10

TM182Bug BiteUser steals and eats the target's Berry.BugPhys60100%20

TM185Lunge100% chance to lower the target's Attack by 1.BugPhys80100%15

TM191UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep.NormalSpec90100%10

TM203Psych UpCopies the target's current stat stages.NormalStatus——10

TM204Double-EdgeHas 33% recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM219Skitter Smack100% chance to lower target's Sp. Atk by 1.BugPhys7090%10

TM228Psychic NoiseFor 2 turns, the target is prevented from healing.PsychicSpec75100%10

Egg moves 3

EggDouble-EdgeHas 33% recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

EggFeintNullifies Detect, Protect, and Quick/Wide Guard.NormalPhys30100%10

EggWhirlwindForces the target to switch to a random ally.NormalStatus——20

Biology

Yanma is a dragonfly-like Pokémon, depicted as red, with four wings and large eyes. It is often found in swamp and woodland areas, living near bodies of water hunting for food. Yanma has an evolution called Yanmega.

Design & origin

Yanma is seemingly based on the erythrodiplax genus of the libellulidae family. Its name derives from the Japanese word for "(big) dragonfly", "yanma" (蜻蜓).

Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation II Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.

Pokédex entries

: Clear Wing Pokémon
: Johto · Gold & Silver
Color: Red

: Forest
Pal Park area: Field

Original Johto#101Extended Sinnoh#183Updated Johto#101Updated Unova#286Coastal Kalos#087Hisui#105Kitakami#003

Its frail wings are so thin that one can see clear through them. However, during flight these wings exhibit the power to churn air with force enough to launch a house skyward.
Legends: Arceus
By flapping its wings at high speed, it can fly freely through the air. Even sudden stops are no problem.
Black 2 · White 2
It can hover in one spot by flapping its wings at high speed. It flits about to guard its territory.
Platinum · Black · White
Its eyes can see 360 degrees without moving its head. It won’t miss prey--even those behind it.
Diamond · Pearl · X
It can see 360 degrees without moving its eyes. It is a great flier capable of making sudden stops and turning midair to quickly chase down targeted prey.
Emerald
YANMA is capable of seeing 360 degrees without having to move its eyes. It is a great flier that is adept at making sudden stops and turning midair. This Pokémon uses its flying ability to quickly chase down targeted prey.
Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire
It can see in all directions without moving its big eyes, helping it spot attackers and food right away.
Crystal
Its large eyes can scan 360 degrees. It looks in all directions to seek out insects as its prey.
Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver
If it flaps its wings really fast, it can generate shock waves that will shatter windows in the area.
Gold · LeafGreen · HeartGold · Y

Names around the world

English: Yanma
Japanese: ヤンヤンマ
Japanese (romaji): Yanyanma
Korean: 왕자리
Chinese (Traditional): 蜻蜻蜓
Chinese (Simplified): 蜻蜻蜓
French: Yanma
German: Yanma
Spanish: Yanma
Italian: Yanma

Sprites

Artwork and 3D models

Gen IX · Gen VIII · Gen VII · Gen VI

Generation V

Generation IV

Generation III

Generation II

Training

: 1 Spe
: 75 ≈9.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
: 70
: 78
: Medium

Breeding

: Bug
: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Y 1 area

Road 10Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 10

X 1 area

Road 10Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 10

White 2 2 areas

Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 55–63
Road 3Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 56–64

Black 2 2 areas

Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 55–63
Road 3Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 56–64

Colosseum 2 areas

Pyrite Bldg 1FSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 33
Snagem Hideout 1FSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, after you have failed to capture them once. · Lv 33

SoulSilver 1 area

Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12

HeartGold 1 area

Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12

Platinum 6 areas

Great Marsh Area 1Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–31
Great Marsh Area 2Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–31
Great Marsh Area 3Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Great Marsh Area 4Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Great Marsh Area 5Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–29
Great Marsh Area 6Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–29

Pearl 6 areas

Great Marsh Area 1Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
Great Marsh Area 2Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
Great Marsh Area 3Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Great Marsh Area 4Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Great Marsh Area 5Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
Great Marsh Area 6Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22

Diamond 6 areas

Great Marsh Area 1Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
Great Marsh Area 2Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26
Great Marsh Area 3Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Great Marsh Area 4Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 24
Great Marsh Area 5Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
Great Marsh Area 6Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22

LeafGreen 1 area

Ruin ValleyWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18

FireRed 1 area

Ruin ValleyWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18

Crystal 1 area

Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12–14

Silver 1 area

Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12–14

Gold 1 area

Road 35Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12–14

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.