Pokemon Guide
Mienshao is a Fighting-type Pokemon. This guide covers Mienshao’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Mienshao guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Mienshao is the evolved form of Mienfoo. It is a Fighting-type Pokemon known for speed, graceful martial arts attacks and strong pivoting options.
Competitive Overview
Mienshao is often useful as a fast offensive pivot thanks to moves like U-turn, strong Fighting-type attacks and Regenerator.
Mienshao’s best use depends on the game, format, ability access and available moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Mienshao, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Mienshao
National Dex
#0620
Type
Fighting
Species
Martial Arts Pokemon
Height
4’07” / 1.4 m
140 cm
Weight
78.3 lbs / 35.5 kg
35.5 kg
Abilities
Inner Focus, Regenerator, Reckless
Mienshao’s stats shape how it performs across Pokemon games. Use the stat chart below to view its base stat spread.
Mienshao can use several useful moves depending on the game, format and available move tutor or TM options.
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A powerful Fighting-type attack with strong damage potential.
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A reliable Fighting-type move that can restore HP while dealing damage.
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A priority move that can create early chip damage.
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A pivoting move that lets this Pokemon deal damage and switch out.
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Useful coverage that removes an opponent’s held item.
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Coverage for Flying, Bug, Fire and Ice-type Pokemon.
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Coverage against Fairy and Grass-type Pokemon.
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Coverage that can help against Grass, Bug and Fighting-type Pokemon.
Mienshao can learn different moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Mienshao’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Mienshao is a Fighting-type Pokemon. This typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or ignores.
Type
Fighting
Weaknesses
Flying, Psychic, Fairy
Resistances
Bug, Rock, Dark
Immunity
None
None
Mienshao’s abilities affect how it handles battles, switches, items and certain move interactions depending on the game and format.
Prevents Mienshao from flinching.
Restores HP when Mienshao switches out.
Powers up recoil moves.
Mienshao’s evolution line and requirements can vary slightly by game, but its standard evolution path is shown below.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Mienfoo at Level 50
Mienshao’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, it is found through regional encounters, evolution, transfer or Pokemon HOME support.
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Found in Unova through late-game encounters, evolution or version-specific locations. |
| Pokemon White | Found in Unova through late-game encounters, evolution or version-specific locations. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Found in Unova through late-game encounters, evolution or version-specific locations. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Found in Unova through late-game encounters, evolution or version-specific locations. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Trade, transfer or migrate from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Y | Trade, transfer or migrate from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Trade, transfer or migrate from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Trade, transfer or migrate from another game when supported. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Transfer from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Moon | Transfer from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Transfer from another game when supported. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Transfer from another game when supported. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Transfer through Pokemon HOME or obtain through supported DLC or encounter methods when available. |
| Pokemon Shield | Transfer through Pokemon HOME or obtain through supported DLC or encounter methods when available. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Transfer through Pokemon HOME when supported. |
| Pokemon Violet | Transfer through Pokemon HOME when supported. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Mienshao |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Winds and Waves | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Mienshao. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Mienshao is a Fighting-type Pokemon.
Mienshao is weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type moves.
Mienshao’s abilities are Inner Focus, Regenerator, Reckless.
No, Mienshao does not currently have a confirmed Mega Evolution.
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