Jynx (Pokémon)

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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, seeJynx (disambiguation).
Jynx
Human Shape Pokémon
ルージュラ
Rougela
#0124
Jynx




Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type
IcePsychic
UnknownUnknown
UnknownUnknown
UnknownUnknown
UnknownUnknown
UnknownUnknown
UnknownUnknown
Abilities
Oblivious orForewarnGen IV+Cacophony
Cacophony
Dry Skin
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Cacophony
Gender ratio
Unknown
100% female
Catch rate
45(11.9%)
Breeding
Egg Group
Human-Like
Hatch time
25 cycles
Height
4'07"1.4 m
Jynx
0'0"0 m
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0'0"0 m
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0'0"0 m
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0'0"0 m
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Weight
89.5 lbs.40.6 kg
Jynx
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Mega Stone
[[|]][[|]]
Base experience yield
137
Gen. I-IV
Unknown
IV
159
V+
Leveling rate
Medium Fast
EV yield
Total: 2
Jynx
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
2
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
Shape
Footprint

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Pokédex color
Red
Base friendship
70
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Jynx (Japanese:ルージュラRougela) is a dual-typeIce/PsychicPokémon introduced inGeneration I.

Itevolves fromSmoochum starting atlevel 30.

Biology

Jynx's foot

Jynx is a bipedal,humanoidPokémon that resembles a woman. It has a purple face, pink lips, saucer-like eyes, and long blonde hair. It wears a red gown with two gold circlets on the chest. While thePokémon the Series episodeStage Fight! showed it to possess feet, the games show only blackness under the dress, and it lacks afootprint. Despite this, it is able to learn the kicking moveTriple Axel. It has white arms and five-fingered purple hands. Jynx is a female-only species with no male counterpart.

Originally, its face was colored black.Pokémon Stadium's fainting animation had it disappear, leaving only its hair behind and implying that what appears to be dark-colored skin is actually just darkness.

Jynx has a language that sounds similar to human speech and includes several cry patterns. However, this language has yet to be deciphered. It prefers to communicate by using dance-like movements. There are some musicians who compose songs for Jynx to sing. These rhythmic movements often cause people to dance along with it. The Jynx inAlola are said to have wonderful precise movements. In certain parts ofGalar, it has been feared and worshiped while being called the "Queen of Ice". The Jynx in Galar are said to have beautiful and delicate voices and a fanbase dedicated to them. Jynx are able to extend their lips to kiss its opponent. Jynx is often found inurban areas.

Jynx is theonly known Pokémon capable of learning the moveLovely Kiss by leveling up.

Evolution

Jynx evolves fromSmoochum.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's Evolution in the games, refer toGame data→Evolution data.)

Game data

Pokédex entries

Generation IKanto
#124
Red(JPN)(This entry was originally untranslated in English until it wasreused inPokémon FireRed.)
Green
Red(ENG)It seductively wiggles its hips as it walks. It can cause people to dance in unison with it.
Blue
YellowAppears to move to a rhythm of its own, as if it were dancing. It wiggles its hips as it walks.
StadiumTalks in a strange, incomprehensible language. It is known for its weird wiggling that causes people to dance.
Generation IIJohto
#153
GoldIt rocks its body rhythmically. It appears to alter the rhythm depending on how it is feeling.
SilverIt speaks a language similar to that of humans. However, it seems to use dancing to communicate.
CrystalIt has several different cry patterns, each of which seems to have its own meaning.
Stadium 2It rocks its body rhythmically. It appears to alter the rhythm depending on how it is feeling.(Pokémon Red, Silver, or Crystal inserted)
It speaks a language similar to that of humans. However, it seems to use dancing to communicate.(Pokémon Blue, Gold, or Yellow inserted)
Generation IIIHoenn
#—
Kanto
#124
RubyJynx walks rhythmically, swaying and shaking its hips as if it were dancing. Its motions are so bouncingly alluring, people seeing it are compelled to shake their hips without giving any thought to what they are doing.
Sapphire
EmeraldAJynx sashays rhythmically as if it were dancing. Its motions are so bouncingly alluring, people seeing it are compelled to shake their hips without noticing.
FireRedIt speaks using a language that sounds human. Research is under way to determine what is being said.
LeafGreenIt seductively wiggles its hips as it walks. It can cause people to dance in unison with it.
Generation IVSinnoh
#—
Johto
#155
DiamondIts cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGoldIt rocks its body rhythmically. It appears to alter the rhythm depending on how it is feeling.
SoulSilverIt speaks a language similar to that of humans. However, it seems to use dancing to communicate.
Generation VUnova
#—
BlackIts cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
White
Black 2Its cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
White 2
Generation VICentral Kalos
#—
Coastal Kalos
#—
Mountain Kalos
#084
Hoenn
#—
XIt wiggles its hips as it walks. It can cause people to dance in unison with it.
YIt speaks using a language that sounds human. Research is under way to determine what is being said.
Omega RubyJynx walks rhythmically, swaying and shaking its hips as if it were dancing. Its motions are so bouncingly alluring, people seeing it are compelled to shake their hips without giving any thought to what they are doing.
Alpha Sapphire
Generation VIIAlola
 US  UM : #110
Kanto
#124
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries inSun & Moon.
Ultra SunIt sways its hips to a rhythm all its own. The precise movements of Jynx living in Alola are truly wonderful.
Ultra MoonIts strange cries sound like human language. There are some musicians who compose songs for Jynx to sing.
Let's Go PikachuAppears to move to a rhythm of its own, as if it were dancing. It wiggles its hips as it walks.
Let's Go Eevee
Generation VIIIGalar
#—
Isle of Armor
#—
Crown Tundra
#014
Sinnoh
#—
Hisui
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries inLegends: Arceus.
SwordIn certain parts of Galar, Jynx was once feared and worshiped as the Queen of Ice.
ShieldThe Jynx of Galar often have beautiful and delicate voices. Some of these Pokémon have even gathered a fan base.
Brilliant DiamondIts cries sound like human speech. However, it is impossible to tell what it is trying to say.
Shining Pearl
Generation IXPaldea
#—
Kitakami
#—
Blueberry
#—
Lumiose
#—
Hyperspace
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries inGeneration IX.


Jynx in theAlola PokédexUSUM

Game locations

Generation I
RedBlue
TradePoliwhirl inCerulean City
Blue (Japan)
Seafoam Islands
Yellow
Trade
Generation II
GoldSilver
Ice Path
Crystal
Ice PathMorningDay
Generation III
RubySapphire
Trade
Emerald
Trade
FireRedLeafGreen
TradePoliwhirl inCerulean City
Colosseum
Trade
XD
Trade
Generation IV
DiamondPearl
EvolveSmoochum
Platinum
Snowpoint Temple
HeartGoldSoulSilver
Seafoam Islands andIce Path
Pal Park
Field
Generation V
BlackWhite
Giant Chasm
Black 2White 2
EvolveDream RadarSmoochum
Generation VI
XY
Frost Cavern
Omega RubyAlpha Sapphire
Trade
Generation VII
SunMoon
Trade
Ultra SunUltra Moon
Seaward Cave (SOS Battle)
Poké Pelago
Let's Go PikachuLet's Go Eevee
Seafoam Islands
Generation VIII
SwordShield
TradeVersion 1.3.0+
Expansion Pass
Slippery Slope,Frostpoint Field
Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure)
Slippery Slope,Giant's Bed,Snowslide Slope,Frigid Sea (Max Raid Battle)
Brilliant DiamondShining Pearl
EvolveSmoochum
Legends: Arceus
Unobtainable
Generation IX
ScarletViolet
Unobtainable
Legends: Z-A
Unobtainable


In side games

Generation I
Snap
Cave
Pinball
Red andBlue Field:Cerulean City
Generation II
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation II side games.
Generation III
Trozei!
Endless Level 62, Endless Level 79, Forever Level 12,Mr. Who's Den
MD RedMD Blue
EvolveSmoochum
Ranger
Panula Cave
Generation IV
MD TimeMD Darkness
Crevice Cave (B1F-B10F, Lower Crevice Cave B1F-B4F),Mt. Avalanche (B1F-B19F)
MD Sky
Crevice Cave (B1F-B10F, Lower Crevice Cave B1F-B4F),Mt. Avalanche (B1F-B19F)
Ranger: SoA
Ice Lake,Almia Castle
Rumble
Bright Beach(Normal Mode B & A)
Generation V
Rumble Blast
Tower:Frozen Tundra
Rumble U
Toy Collection: Guided by Pichu
Generation VI
Battle Trozei
Pitch-Black Cavern: Stage 4
Rumble World
Distortion Land: Outermost Snowfield(All Areas, Entrance Boss)
Generation VII
Rumble Rush
Charizard Sea2019,Dragonite Sea,Jirachi Sea,Entei Sea,Mimikyu Sea,Bulbasaur Sea,Charizard SeaFinal,Jirachi SeaFinal,Entei SeaFinal,Mimikyu SeaFinal
Generation VIII
MD DX
Northwind Field (12F-19F),Western Cave (1F-6F),Solar Cave (1F-6F)
Mystery House:Uproar Forest,Northwind Field,Desert Region,Southern Cavern,Wyvern Hill,Remains Island,Marvelous Sea
New Snap
Shiver SnowfieldsNight
Cross-Generation
Shuffle
Desert Umbra: Stage 345
Masters EX
Evolution:Scottie/Bettie &SmoochumEgg


In events

Wild Area News
GamesEventGigantamaxLocationLevelDistribution period
SwShWild Area NewsNohide17, 30, 40, 50, 60December 25 to 27, 2020

Held items

Pokémon caught inGeneration I must be traded to aGeneration II game in order for a held item to appear. InPokémon Emerald, Jynx can only be found in theBattle Frontier.

GamesHeld items
RedBlue
Yellow
GoldSilver
Ice BerryIce Berry (25%)
Crystal
FireRedLeafGreen
Emerald
Platinum
HeartGoldSoulSilver
BlackWhite

Stats

Base stats

StatRange
At Lv. 50At Lv. 100
65
125 - 172240 - 334
50
49 - 11294 - 218
35
36 - 9567 - 185
115
108 - 183211 - 361
95
90 - 161175 - 317
95
90 - 161175 - 317
Total:
455
Other Pokémon with this total
  • Minimum stats are calculated with 0EVs,IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hinderingnature.
  • Maximum stats are calculated with 252EVs,IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpfulnature.
  • This Pokémon'sSpecial base stat inGeneration I was95.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
2/3★★
Power
2/3★★
Skill
4/5★★★★
Stamina
3/4★★★
Jump
2/3★★
Total
13/18★★


Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic½×
Ice½×
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Weak to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic½×
Ice½×
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Immune to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic½×
Ice½×
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Resistant to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic½×
Ice½×
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Notes:

Learnset

Jynx is available inSword and Shield Version 1.3.0+ andBrilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Byleveling up

Generation VIII
Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Level  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP
011Sweet KissFairyStatus000007575%10
011LickGhostPhysical03030100100%30
011PoundNormalPhysical04040100100%35
011Powder SnowIceSpecial04040100100%25
011CopycatNormalStatus000000——%20
1212ConfusionPsychicSpecial05050100100%25
1616CovetNormalPhysical06060100100%25
2020SingNormalStatus000005555%15
2424Fake TearsDarkStatus0000100100%20
2828Ice PunchIcePhysical07575100100%15
3434PsychicPsychicSpecial09090100100%10
4040Lovely KissNormalStatus000007575%10
4646Mean LookNormalStatus000000——%5
5252Perish SongNormalStatus000000——%5
5858BlizzardIceSpecial11011007070%5
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

ByTM/TR

SwSh

Generation VIII
Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
  TM  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
TM00
TM00Mega PunchNormalPhysical08080085}}85%20
TM01
TM01Mega KickNormalPhysical120120075}}75%5
TM04
TM04Ice PunchIcePhysical07575100}}100%15
TM08
TM08Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150150090}}90%5
TM09
TM09Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150150090}}90%5
TM17
TM17Light ScreenPsychicStatus000000—}}—%30
TM18
TM18ReflectPsychicStatus000000—}}—%20
TM21
TM21RestPsychicStatus000000—}}—%10
TM23
TM23ThiefDarkPhysical06060100}}100%25
TM24
TM24SnoreNormalSpecial05050100}}100%15
TM25
TM25ProtectNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
TM27
TM27Icy WindIceSpecial05555095}}95%15
TM29
TM29CharmFairyStatus0000100}}100%20
TM31
TM31AttractNormalStatus0000100}}100%15
TM33
TM33Rain DanceWaterStatus000000—}}—%5
TM35
TM35HailIceStatus000000—}}—%10
TM39
TM39FacadeNormalPhysical07070100}}100%20
TM41
TM41Helping HandNormalStatus000000—}}—%20
TM43
TM43Brick BreakFightingPhysical07575100}}100%15
TM47
TM47Fake TearsDarkStatus0000100}}100%20
TM51
TM51Icicle SpearIcePhysical02525100}}100%30
TM57
TM57PaybackDarkPhysical05050100}}100%10
TM59
TM59FlingDarkPhysical0000100}}100%10
TM63
TM63Drain PunchFightingPhysical07575100}}100%10
TM64
TM64AvalancheIcePhysical06060100}}100%10
TM69
TM69Psycho CutPsychicPhysical07070100}}100%20
TM70
TM70Trick RoomPsychicStatus000000—}}—%5
TM71
TM71Wonder RoomPsychicStatus000000—}}—%10
TM72
TM72Magic RoomPsychicStatus000000—}}—%10
TM76
TM76RoundNormalSpecial06060100}}100%15
TM87
TM87Draining KissFairySpecial05050100}}100%10
TM91
TM91Psychic TerrainPsychicStatus000000—}}—%10
TR01
TR01Body SlamNormalPhysical08585100}}100%15
TR05
TR05Ice BeamIceSpecial09090100}}100%10
TR06
TR06BlizzardIceSpecial110110070}}70%5
TR11
TR11PsychicPsychicSpecial09090100}}100%10
TR14
TR14MetronomeNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
TR20
TR20SubstituteNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
TR25
TR25PsyshockPsychicSpecial08080100}}100%10
TR26
TR26EndureNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
TR27
TR27Sleep TalkNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
TR30
TR30EncoreNormalStatus0000100}}100%5
TR33
TR33Shadow BallGhostSpecial08080100}}100%15
TR34
TR34Future SightPsychicSpecial120120100}}100%10
TR35
TR35UproarNormalSpecial09090100}}100%10
TR37
TR37TauntDarkStatus0000100}}100%20
TR38
TR38TrickPsychicStatus0000100}}100%10
TR40
TR40Skill SwapPsychicStatus000000—}}—%10
TR42
TR42Hyper VoiceNormalSpecial09090100}}100%10
TR49
TR49Calm MindPsychicStatus000000—}}—%20
TR64
TR64Focus BlastFightingSpecial120120070}}70%5
TR65
TR65Energy BallGrassSpecial09090100}}100%10
TR68
TR68Nasty PlotDarkStatus000000—}}—%20
TR69
TR69Zen HeadbuttPsychicPhysical08080090}}90%15
TR77
TR77Grass KnotGrassSpecial0000100}}100%20
TR82
TR82Stored PowerPsychicSpecial02020100}}100%10
TR83
TR83Ally SwitchPsychicStatus000000—}}—%15
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

BDSP

Generation VIII
Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
  TM  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
TM01
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical150150100}}100%20
TM03
TM03Water PulseWaterSpecial06060100}}100%20
TM04
TM04Calm MindPsychicStatus0000—}}—%20
TM07
TM07HailIceStatus0000—}}—%10
TM12
TM12TauntDarkStatus0000100}}100%20
TM13
TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial09090100}}100%10
TM14
TM14BlizzardIceSpecial110110070}}70%5
TM15
TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150150090}}90%5
TM16
TM16Light ScreenPsychicStatus0000—}}—%30
TM17
TM17ProtectNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM18
TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus0000—}}—%5
TM29
TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial09090100}}100%10
TM30
TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial08080100}}100%15
TM31
TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical07575100}}100%15
TM32
TM32Double TeamNormalStatus0000—}}—%15
TM33
TM33ReflectPsychicStatus0000—}}—%20
TM41
TM41TormentDarkStatus0000100}}100%15
TM42
TM42FacadeNormalPhysical07070100}}100%20
TM44
TM44RestPsychicStatus0000—}}—%10
TM45
TM45AttractNormalStatus0000100}}100%15
TM46
TM46ThiefDarkPhysical06060100}}100%25
TM48
TM48Skill SwapPsychicStatus0000—}}—%10
TM52
TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120120070}}70%5
TM53
TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial09090100}}100%10
TM56
TM56FlingDarkPhysical0000100}}100%10
TM58
TM58EndureNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM60
TM60Drain PunchFightingPhysical07575100}}100%10
TM63
TM63Nasty PlotDarkStatus0000—}}—%20
TM66
TM66PaybackDarkPhysical05050100}}100%10
TM67
TM67RecycleNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM68
TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150150090}}90%5
TM70
TM70FlashNormalStatus0000100}}100%20
TM72
TM72AvalancheIcePhysical06060100}}100%10
TM77
TM77Psych UpNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM82
TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM85
TM85Dream EaterPsychicSpecial100100100}}100%15
TM86
TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial0000100}}100%20
TM87
TM87SwaggerNormalStatus0000085}}85%15
TM90
TM90SubstituteNormalStatus0000—}}—%10
TM92
TM92Trick RoomPsychicStatus0000—}}—%5
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

Bybreeding

SwSh

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Parent  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
Hitmonlee
Hitmonchan
Hitmontop
Sableye
Mienfoo
Mienshao
Impidimp
Morgrem
Grimmsnarl
Fake OutNormalPhysical40100%10
Kadabra
Alakazam
Mr. Mime
Mr. Mime
Mr. Rime
Role PlayPsychicStatus—%10
Gardevoir
WishNormalStatus—%10
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must bechain bred onto Jynx in Generation VIII
  • Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
  • Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Jynx in that game.
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

BDSP

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Parent  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
HitmonleeHitmonchanHitmontopMakuhitaHariyamaSableye
Fake OutNormalPhysical40100%10
HitmonchanJynxMedicham
Ice PunchIcePhysical75100%15
KadabraAlakazamMr. Mime
Role PlayPsychicStatus—%10
Gardevoir
WishNormalStatus—%10
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must bechain bred onto Jynx in Generation VIII
  • Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
  • Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Jynx in that game.
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

Bytutoring

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Game  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
SwShEPBDSPExpanding ForcePsychicSpecial80100%10
SwShEPBDSPTriple AxelIcePhysical2090%10
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

By a priorEvolution

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Stage  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
This Pokémon has no moves exclusive to prior Evolutions.
  • Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Jynx
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Jynx
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

Bytransfer from another generation

Generation VIII
Other generations:
I - II - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Gen.  Move  Type  Cat.  Pwr.  Acc.  PP 
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIAurora VeilIceStatus000000—}}—%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIBide ×NormalPhysical000000—}}—%10
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIBubble BeamWaterSpecial06565100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIICaptivate ×NormalStatus0000100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIConfideNormalStatus000000—}}—%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIICounterFightingPhysical0000100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIICurseGhostStatus000000—}}—%10
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIDouble Slap ×NormalPhysical01515085}}85%10
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIDouble TeamNormalStatus000000—}}—%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIDouble-EdgeNormalPhysical120120100}}100%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIDream EaterPsychicSpecial100100100}}100%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIDynamic PunchFightingPhysical100100050}}50%5
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIEchoed VoiceNormalSpecial04040100}}100%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIFlash ×NormalStatus0000100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIFocus PunchFightingPhysical150150100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIFrost BreathIceSpecial06060090}}90%10
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIFrustration ×NormalPhysical0000100}}100%20
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIHeadbuttNormalPhysical07070100}}100%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIHeal BellNormalStatus000000—}}—%5
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIHeart Stamp ×PsychicPhysical06060100}}100%25
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIHidden Power ×NormalSpecial06060100}}100%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIILucky Chant ×NormalStatus000000—}}—%30
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIMagic CoatPsychicStatus000000—}}—%15
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIMeditate ×PsychicStatus000000—}}—%40
IIIIIIIVVVIVIIMimicNormalStatus000000—}}—%10
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TCG-only moves

MoveCard
Confuse RayJynx (Aquapolis 18)
Fire PunchJynx δ (EX Dragon Frontiers 17)
HypnosisWill's Jynx (VS 74)

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball
 
Acquisition: Catch
Pokémon Trozei!
Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team
Body size: 1
Recruit rate: Evolve
Friend Area:Frigid Cavern
Phrases
51%-100% HP∞XO@#*~♪
∞XO@#*~♪
26%-50% HP!!O@#*~!
 !!O@#*~!
1%-25% HP!!!!!!~!
 !!!!!!~!
Level up∞XO@#*~♪♪♪
∞XO@#*~♪♪♪
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, andExplorers of Sky
Body size: 1
Recruit rate: -4.5%
IQ group: G
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

Body size: Standard (1 tile)
How to Recruit: VisitVanillite's secret base
Connected to:Sealeo,Vanillite
Connection Orb Set: 19

Phrases
NormalWhy don't you dance with me? Wiggle your hips!
Low HP (< 50%)Getting tired, I think…
Pokémon Ranger
Group:
Psychic
Poké Assist:
Psychic
Field move:None
Loops: 9Min. exp.: 68Max. exp.: 82
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Jynx swings its hips as if it's dancing while walking. Beware of its kiss attack!
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
Group:
Psychic
Poké Assist:
Psychic
Field move:
(Teleport ×-)
Browser entryR-210
It attacks by launching strange orbs. It protects itself with a psychicBarrier.
Pokémon Rumble
Attack●●●●
Defense●●●
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Pokémon Rumble Blast
Attack●●●●
Defense●●●
Speed●●●
Pokémon Rumble Rush
Walking Speed: 1.42 secondsBase HP: 52
Base Attack: 78Base Defense: 52Base Speed: 60
Pokémon Battle Trozei
Ice
Attack Power:★★★★★

Pokémon Shuffle
Ice
Attack Power: 60 - 105 5

#472

Barrier Bash+
Sometimes removes three barrier-type disruptions.
Swappable Skill(s): Block Shot


Pokémon GO
Base HP: 163Base Attack: 223Base Defense: 151
Egg Distance: N/A*Buddy Distance: 5 kmEvolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Frost Breath,Confusion*,Pound
Charged Attacks:Draining Kiss,Avalanche*,Psyshock,Focus Blast*,Ice Punch
New Pokémon Snap
Photodex entry #174
I’ve heard that Jynx can make all sorts of things happen just by wishing for them. We did see some odd occurrences in theShiver Snowfields involving Jynx, so there may be some truth to that claim.

Evolution data

Baby form
Smoochum
 Ice  Psychic 

Breed



Rare Candy
Level 30
First Evolution
Jynx
 Ice  Psychic 


Sprites

Generation I
RedGreenRedBlueYellow
FrontBackFrontBackVirtual Console editVirtual Console edit
FrontBack
Generation II
GoldSilverCrystal
FrontBackFrontBackFrontBack
Gold(Japan)Silver(Japan)Crystal(Japan)
FrontBackFrontBackFrontBack
Generation III
RubySapphireEmeraldFireRedLeafGreen
FrontBackFrontBackFrontBack
Generation IV
DiamondPearlPlatinumHeartGoldSoulSilver
FrontBackFrontBackFrontBack
Generation V
BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2
FrontBackFrontBack
Generation VI
XYOmega RubyAlpha Sapphire
FrontBackFrontBack
Generation VII
SunMoonUltra SunUltra Moon
FrontBackFrontBack
Let's Go, Pikachu!Let's Go, Eevee!
Generation VIII
SwordShield
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation IX.
Cross-Generation
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For other sprites and images, please seeJynx images on the Bulbagarden Archives.


In animation

Jynx inPokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire
Jynx's original design inPokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire

Major appearances

Multiple Jynx debuted inHoliday Hi-Jynx, where they were workers atSanta Claus'sworkshop. One of Santa's Jynx got lost, requiringAsh andhis friends to help her return to her owner.

InThe Mandarin Island Miss Match,Prima used a Jynx to sendTeam Rocket blasting off. This is the final episode of the Englishdub to show Jynx's original design.

In thebanned episodeEP250, theNurse Joy of theIce CavePokémon Center was shown to own a Jynx, which works in a capacity similar to theChansey of most other Centers.Brock almost kissed her during his sickly state.

InMean With Envy andPacifidlog Jam,Erica's Jynx competed in thePacifidlog TownPokémon Contest. This also marked the first animated series appearance of Jynx's purple redesign.

InThree Jynx and a Baby!, a trio of Jynx sisters living inCremini Town were overprotective towards their sister, aSmoochum. The Smoochum evolved into a fourth Jynx at the end of the episode. This also marks the last physical appearance of a Jynx in the animated series to date.

Minor appearances

InStage Fight!, a Jynx was part of ashowboat stage show. She was briefly taken by Team Rocket.

A Jynx appeared in the Japanese credits ofPikachu's Rescue Adventure.

InPokémon Double Trouble, a Jynx was running on a treadmill at theKumquat Island Gym. However, this appearance was cut from the English dub.

InBeauty and the Breeder, aPokémon Breeder's Jynx participated in thePokémon Beauty Contest. Though the shot featuring her was cut from the English dub, a part of her forearm and dress can briefly be seen on-screen.

InAll Things Bright and Beautifly!, aCoordinator's Jynx competed in theRustboro City Contest. However, this appearance was cut from the English dub. This also marks the final time Jynx's original design was used in the animated series.

A Coordinator's Jynx appeared inHi Ho Silver Wind!.

A Jynx appeared in the opening sequence ofLucario and the Mystery of Mew.

A Jynx made a brief cameo in the intro sequence ofKyurem VS. The Sword of Justice, along with every other Pokémon from the first fivegenerations, excludingGenesect.

Pokédex entries

EpisodePokémonSourceEntry
Holiday Hi-JynxJynxAsh's PokédexJynx, the Human Shape Pokémon. This Pokémon has some very unusual powers. Itsspecial attack is theLovely Kiss, which puts its opponent into a deepsleep.
EpisodePokémonSourceEntry
AG115JynxMay's PokédexJynx, the Human Shape Pokémon. Jynx is known for expressing its many and varied feelings by dancing around in graceful and rhythmical motions.

In the manga

Jynx inMagical Pokémon Journey
Jynx inPokémon Adventures

Magical Pokémon Journey

Main article:Jynx (MPJ)

A fortune-telling Jynx appears inMagical Pokémon Journey.Arbok goes to Jynx's fortune-telling hut to find out if he has a chance with his crush,Wigglytuff.

Pocket Monsters HGSS

A Jynx appeared inPMHGSS11.

Pokémon Adventures

Jynx debuted inThe Jynx Jinx, under the ownership ofKen. She was used to attackRed andGreen after they trickedTeam Rocket and takeMew. When she attacked Mew, Red and Green tried to defend it, only to be defeated. Mew retaliated against Jynx and defeated her and Ken, while sparing Red and Green.

Lorelei's Jynx first appeared inJigglypuff Jive. It is noted for having the ability to generate voodoo dolls out of ice using itsIce Beam. When Lorelei draws crosses on any part of the dolls using her lipstick, ice shackles form on the specified body parts of her targets, eventually freezing the victim over completely. She can also create a wispy band of ice around targets, which Lorelei can use to track them down using her powder case.

InThe Last Battle XIII, a Jynx participated in the fight inIlex Forest.

A Jynx belonging to the Chairman of thePokémon Association appeared inThe Last Battle XIV.

A Jynx appeared inRumble!! The Darkest Day Returns, being one of many Pokémon to suddenlyDynamax due to theDarkest Day.

Pokémon: Yeah! I Got Pokémon!

Shucaught a Jynx, as seen inGDZ48.

A female Trainer's Jynx appeared inGDZ78.

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

A Jynx appeared inFierce Competition at the Pokémon Baseball Tournament!, where it took part in a baseball match. She was seen withRed during the game.

Lorelei's Jynx appeared inTo the Pokémon League!!,.

A Jynx appeared inClefairy, a Doctor!?.

A Jynx appeared inTeam Rocket's Downfall!!.

A Jynx appeared inPikachu's Birthday Party.

A Jynx appeared inProtect Jynx!!.

A Jynx appeared inClefairy, a Supernatural Being?!.

A Jynx appeared inThe End of the Journey!!.

A Jynx appeared inTyrogue's In Love?!.

A Jynx appeared inClefairy's Grand Diet Plan.

In the TCG

Main article:Jynx (TCG)

Trivia

Controversies

Sexism

In September 1999, Mary C. Morton released an article in The Washington Post titled "Pokemon: The Dark Side"[2] where she, alongside other critiques of Pokémon in general, criticised Jynx's design on the grounds of sexism, criticising Jynx's "explicitly, albeit grossly caricatured, womanly features" inThe Official Pokémon Handbook, bringing up its sensational descriptions of its hips andLovely Kiss.

Racism

Jynx's original design in the animated series
Main article:Pokémon controversies → Jynx

In January 2000, cultural criticCarole Boston Weatherford condemned Jynx as a negative African-American stereotype inBlack World Today, comparing it to racist figures fromThe Story of Little Black Sambo,drag queens, and the similarly controversialMr. Popo fromDragon Ball.[3] This led to significant changes: Jynx's sprites in WesternPokémon games were altered, and episodes ofPokémon the Series featuring its original design were cut from international airings.Game Freak revised Jynx's skin color to purple, which was reflected in later games and in the animated series, also correcting Jynx's arms from red to white. Recolored versions of affected episodes updating Jynx's depiction were also made available on Japanese Blu-ray and streaming services. Manga reissues have since used a dark gray hue for Jynx instead of black. Jynx's face was also recolored purple on manga covers and inVirtual Console game re-releases. Some fans speculate Jynx may instead have other origins, such as fromgyaru fashion, though this has faced criticism on the grounds of relevance.[4]

Origin

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Jynx's first documented design can be seen inSatoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon, a biographical manga aboutSatoshi Tajiri, dating Jynx's design to around 1992-1993.[5] Game Freak's headquarters was in close proximity to Shibuya 109, which was a common gathering place for ギャルgyaru street fashion in the 1980s and 1990s; gyaru, being a sub-culture of primarily women who wear fake tan and bleached hair, is a likely inspiration for Jynx's design. This is played upon further withSmoochum, referencing the trend of gyaru-mamas raising their children in their image.

The original Jynx's black skin and prominent lips bore a resemblance to "blackface" or "darky" iconography. Jynx's depiction asSanta's helper inHoliday Hi-Jynx may reference the Dutch folklore characterZwarte Piet. Jynx's revised coloring may be based on purple discoloration of the skin, a common symptom offrostbite, fitting with Jynx'sIce type and how it is found in very cold places.

Jynx may be based on a Nordic or Viking woman (possiblyHel, goddess of the underworld). Jynx also has traits of a female opera singer, especially the iconic "fat lady," Brunhilde, fromDer Ring des Nibelungen;Pokémon Snap and itsGeneration III sprites depict it singing, especially thePokémon Emerald sprite that animates it singing a high note. Specifically, it may be inspired by theRide of the Valkyries, from the operaDie Walküre, the second of four operas byRichard Wagner based on Norse mythology. In this context, it is possible that theValkyries, mythical warrior-maidens who gathered the souls of those slain in battle, are another inspiration for Jynx.

Jynx may also have origins in the Japanese snow spirits known asYuki-onna, who lack feet, akin to Jynx's feet being covered by its dress. It may also be based onYama-uba (also called Yamanba), ayōkai that is described as always wearing a tattered kimono, having whitish-blonde hair, and living on cold mountaintops. Jynx's signature moveLovely Kiss is calledDemon's Kiss in Japanese, supporting a supernatural inspiration.

Name origin

Jynx may be a corruption ofjinx, a curse or hex of bad luck.

Rougela may be derived fromrouge, a type of makeup and also the French word forred, and also from the French verbgeler (to freeze, to be freezing cold).

In other languages

LanguageTitleMeaning
JapaneseルージュラRougelaFromrouge
FrenchLippoutouFromlippu andpoutou
SpanishJynxSame as English name
GermanRossanaFromrosso
ItalianJynxSame as English name
Korean루주라RujuraTranscription of Japanese name
Mandarin Chinese迷唇姐MíchúnjiěFrom,chún, andjiě
Cantonese Chinese迷唇姐Màihsèuhnjé*
紅唇娃Hùhngsèuhnwā*
Frommàih,sèuhn, and
Fromhùhng,chún, and
More languages
HindiलिपिलिपLipilipFromlip
RussianДжинксDzhinksTranscription of English name
ThaiรูจูลาRuchulaTranscription of Japanese name


References

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