If you have ever tried evolving a Friendship-based Pokemon in Black 2 and White 2, then you know the struggle of guessing whether your partner is happy enough. This is especially true for fans of Riolu, Pichu, Buneary, Woobat, and Azurill.
Since Friendship is a hidden value in the game, many players waste hours leveling and battling, only to wonder why their Pokemon still refuses to evolve.
I went through the same thing myself while trying to get a Lucario. That’s why in this guide, I’ll teach you how to check Friendship in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2, so you never have to guess again.
Keep reading:
- How to Increase Friendship in Pokemon Platinum
- What Does Friendship Do in PokeRogue?
- How to Increase Happiness in Pokemon X and Y
- Unova Gym Leaders – Information & Battling Guide
Checking Friendship in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2
There are 2 main ways to check your Pokemon’s Friendship levels in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2.
Method 1: Calling Bianca
The quickest way to check Friendship in Black 2 and White 2 is by calling Bianca using the Xtransceiver from your Key Items. You can do this anytime and anywhere, making it the most efficient option in the game.
How to check Friendship using Bianca:
- Open your bag.
- Go to Key Items.
- Select Xtransceiver.
- Call Bianca.
- Choose Please look at Friendship.
- Pick the Pokemon in your party you want her to evaluate.
| Bianca’s Statement | Friendship Value |
|---|---|
| “What great friends you are. It is so nice how you trust each other. I am kinda jealous.” | 250+ |
| “You two sure get along great. It looks like you are having fun together. You seem bright and cheerful.” | 200–249 |
| “You are starting to be friends. Maybe walking the same path has helped you understand each other.” | 150–199 |
| “You still have room for improvement. You can become even better friends.” | 100–149 |
| “You are not getting along, are you? It is glaring at you with a scary look.” | 50–99 |
| “You are not getting along, are you? It does not look like it is having fun, even when you are together.” | 0–49 |
If you are evolving Riolu, Golbat, Buneary, Pichu, or any other Friendship evolution, the statement you want is the second one (200–249) or higher.
Method 2: Icirrus City Fan Club NPC
There’s a girl inside the Icirrus City Fan Club who also checks your Pokemon’s Friendship. You can talk to her, and she’ll tell you about the Friendship of your Pokemon.
How to check Friendship using the Fan Club NPC in Icirrus City:
- Fly to Icirrus City.
- Go northwest of the Pokemon Center to the Fan Club.
- Once inside, look for the blonde girl on the left.
- Talk to her and have her check your Pokemon’s Friendship.
- Choose which Pokemon to evaluate.
Here are the different dialogues she says and what they mean for your Pokemon’s Friendship level.
| Dialogue | Friendship Value |
|---|---|
| “It is super friendly to you! I’m a bit jealous!” | 255 |
| “It is quite friendly to you! You must be a kind person!” | 200-254 |
| “It is friendly to you. It must be happy with you.” | 100-149 |
| “The relationship is neither good nor bad… It looks neutral.” | 50-99 |
| “Hmmm… It may not like you very much.” | 1-49 |
| “By any chance, you… Are you a very strict person? I feel that it really doesn’t like you…” | 0 |
How to Lose and Gain Friendship in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2
Below are different actions that either increase or decrease your Pokemon’s Friendship.
High-Impact Friendship Boosts
These give the biggest increases:
| Location | Game | Friendship Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty Salon Royal Cut | White 2 only | +50 |
| Beauty Salon Beauty Cut | Black 2 only | +40 |
| Beauty Salon Smile Cut | Both Versions | +30 |
| Castelia / Medal Office Massage | Both Versions | If a Pokemon is between 0 and 99 Friendship: +30 If between 100 and 199 Friendship: +10 If between 200 and 255 Friendship: +5 |
Medium-Impact Friendship Boosts
| Location | Game | Friendship Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty Salon Shampoo | Both Versions | +20 |
| Cafe-Friendly Combo | Both Versions | +20 |
| Beauty Salon Brushing | Both Versions | +10 |
| Cafe-Friendly Lunch | Both Versions | +10 |
| Friendship Berries | Both Versions | At 0–99 Friendship: +10 At 100–199 Friendship: +5 At 200–255 Friendship: +2 |
| Cafe-Friendly Drink | Both Versions | +10 |
Minor Friendship Gains
| Action | Game | Friendship Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Walking 256 steps | Both Versions | 50 percent chance of activating 0–99 Friendship: +2 100–199 Friendship: +1 |
| Learning a TM or HM | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +1 100–255 Friendship: 0 |
| Using items in battle like X Attack or X Defend | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +1 100–255 Friendship: 0 |
Battle- and Level-Based Friendship Gains
| Action | Game | Friendship Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Leveling up in battle | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +5 100–199 Friendship: +4 200–255 Friendship: +3 |
| Defeating a Gym Leader, Elite Four, or Champion | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +5 100–199 Friendship: +4 200–255 Friendship: +3 |
| Using Vitamins (Protein, Calcium, Zinc, etc.) | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +5 100–199 Friendship: +3 200–255 Friendship: +2 |
| Using Wings (Health Wing, Muscle Wing, etc.) | Both Versions | 0–99 Friendship: +3 100–199 Friendship: +2 200–255 Friendship: +1 |
Losing Friendship
| Action | Game | Friendship Loss |
|---|---|---|
| Fainting in battle | Both Versions | If the opponent is less than 30 levels higher: -1 If the opponent is at least 30 levels higher: 0–99 Friendship: -5 100–199 Friendship: -10 |
| Using bitter herbal items | Both Versions | Energy Powder or Heal Powder: -5 to -10 Energy Root: -10 to -15 Revival Herb: -15 to -20 |
Conclusion
Checking Friendship in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 should never feel like guesswork, and now it does not have to.
Whether you prefer calling Bianca anywhere on the map or visiting the Fan Club in Icirrus City, you now have every reliable method to track your Friendship levels with complete accuracy.
Keep this guide bookmarked for every future playthrough, and enjoy a smoother journey through Unova with the partners who truly bond with you along the way.
