Gardevoir Best Moveset
125 Sp. Atk at 80 Speed behind Psychic/Fairy TermStab with AbilityTrace copying the opponent's ability on entry. Held ItemChoice Scarf with NatureTimid outspeeds the entire tier. The moveset fires devastating special damage through two elite offensive types. Tera Fairy amplifies the Fairy TermStab for an even harder Moonblast. B-Tier with real competitive presence.
Psychic-type with 125 Sp. Atk and Trace in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Copying opponent abilities on switch-in created unique tactical advantages every game.
Best Moves
Best Build
Gardevoir best EVs are HP and Speed
Bulky Support Moveset
- Psychic
- Calm Mind
- Thunderbolt
- Memento
Recommended Teammates
Outclassed by faster Psychic-types in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). 80 Speed wasn't fast enough, and Gardevoir lacked coverage to differentiate itself.
Support Moveset
- Psychic
- Wish
- Will O Wisp
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Same Speed problem in Gen V (Black & White). 125 Sp. Atk was still high but other special attackers had better typing or movepool options.
Screens Setter Moveset
- Psychic
- Focus Blast
- Shadow Ball
- Light Screen
Recommended Teammates
Fairy retyping in Gen VI (X & Y) gave it Psychic/Fairy. Mega Gardevoir with Pixilate Hyper Voice hit incredibly hard. Base form benefited from Fairy STAB too.
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Moonblast
- Psychic
- Calm Mind
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Mega Gardevoir was strong in Gen VII (Sun & Moon) but base form dropped without the Mega Stone. Z-Moves didn't help a Pokemon dependent on Mega Evolution.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Moonblast
- Psyshock
- Focus Blast
- Charge Beam
Recommended Teammates
No Mega form in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Psychic/Fairy typing was still good but Gardevoir's Speed and physical bulk held it back.
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Moonblast
- Psychic
- Calm Mind
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Three gens of consistent B-Tier in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Gardevoir was useful but never the best option available for any specific role.
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Moonblast
- Psychic
- Mystical Fire
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Gardevoir Weakness
Type-wise, Gardevoir takes extra damage from Poison, Ghost, and Steel. Dragon moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Gardevoir's special bulk (base 115 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Ghost, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Psychic |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
What is Gardevoir Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Gardevoir
Hydreigon deals 55-64% with Flash Cannon.
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn18-21% Scald9-11% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Hydrapple builds →Giga Drain20-24% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Hydreigon builds →Dark Pulse27-32% Flash Cannon 2x55-64% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityDragonsmaw ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves View Regidrago builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemSouldew NatureTimid Moves View Latios builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemFlame Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch12-14% Mach Punch6-8% Knock Off42-50% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Toxapex builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Mandibuzz builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Pelipper builds →Hurricane25-29% U Turn15-18% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Chesnaught builds →Knock Off26-30% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gardevoir View Galvantula builds →Thunder31-37% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves View Rotom-Wash builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityNeutralizinggas ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Weezing-Galar builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySnow Warning ItemLightclay NatureTimid Moves View Ninetales-Alola builds →
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Evolution
Gardevoir is one of 2 ways Kirlia's chain can end. This one takes the level-up path, while the siblings go different directions. Breed through Ralts to get eggs. Gardevoir and Gallade share the same 518 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Gardevoir to get Ralts eggs easily using 63 partners from the Amorphous and Human-Like egg groups.
Shiny Gardevoir
The green accents on Gardevoir shift to a rich blue that gives it a more serene, almost royal appearance. It's an elegant change on an already elegant Pokemon. Mega Gardevoir's shiny goes even further with a black dress, which is worth hunting for on its own.
Shiny Gardevoir Odds & Hunting Methods
17 of 17 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Gardevoir
Gardevoir starts showing up in mid-game routes across 3 encounter spots. The list below lets you pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Gardevoir in SV
Ralts is your first catch on the way to Gardevoir. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-60 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RaltsKitakami HallLv.7-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldReveler's RoadLv.7-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownLv.5-10OverworldRate 3%Morning
Step 2Catch or Evolve KirliaEast Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.20-36OverworldRate 15%MorningWest Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.20-36OverworldRate 15%MorningKitakami WildsLv.20-60OverworldOni MountainLv.20-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.20-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.20-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.20-60Overworldor evolve from Ralts (Step 1)
Step 3Gardevoir ✓Kitakami WildsLv.30-60OverworldDayTimeless WoodsLv.30-60OverworldDayGlaseado MountainLv.36-41OverworldDayor evolve from Kirlia (Step 2)
To plan your throws, open the Scarlet & Violet catch rate calculator with Gardevoir preloaded.
Gardevoir glides through Lumiose's Wild Zones from around level 39 and settles into Wild Zone 20 in the overworld, where Alphas climb toward level 65.
Where To Catch Gardevoir in LZA
The path to Gardevoir starts with Ralts at Lv. 10-24 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Catch RaltsRouge District - Rouge Sector 2Lv.10-13OverworldLegends: Z-AVert District - Vert Sector 4Lv.10-12OverworldLegends: Z-ABleu District - Bleu Sector 7Lv.11-13OverworldLegends: Z-AMagenta District - Magenta Sector 7Lv.12-14OverworldLegends: Z-ARouge District - Rouge Sector 2Lv.20-23OverworldLegends: Z-AVert District - Vert Sector 4Lv.20-22OverworldLegends: Z-ABleu District - Bleu Sector 7Lv.21-23OverworldLegends: Z-AHyperspace Lumiose - Psychic 3-StarLv.21-23GrassLegends: Z-AMagenta District - Magenta Sector 7Lv.22-24OverworldLegends: Z-A
A few locations for Gardevoir with decent spawn rates across late-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Gardevoir in PLA
To get Gardevoir, start by catching Ralts through walking encounters at Lv. 16-48. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch RaltsShrouded RuinsLv.16-19FloorUncommonSnowpoint TempleLv.16-19CaveUncommonGapejaw BogLv.19-22GrassUncommonHeart's CragLv.40-48GrassUncommon
Step 2Catch or Evolve KirliaShrouded RuinsLv.23-28FloorUncommonSnowpoint TempleLv.26-29CaveUncommonHeart's CragLv.40-48GrassUncommonor evolve from Ralts (Step 1)
Step 3Gardevoir ✓Heart's CragLv.40-48GrassUncommonor evolve from Kirlia (Step 2)
You're catching Ralts first, not Gardevoir. Ralts appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Gardevoir in BDSP
To get Gardevoir, start by catching Ralts through walking and special encounters at Lv. 4-63. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Catch RaltsRoute 203Lv.4-6Using PokeRadarRate 21%Route 204 - SouthLv.4-6Using PokeRadarRate 21%Fountainspring CaveLv.16-63CaveRate 30%Unique encounterDazzling CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStargleam CavernLv.58-63CavePost-game
- Step 2Catch or Evolve KirliaRoute 203Lv.6Using PokeRadarRate 1%Route 204 - SouthLv.6Using PokeRadarRate 1%Dazzling CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStargleam CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameor evolve from Ralts (Step 1)
- Step 3Gardevoir ✓
Base Stats
Gardevoir's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Attack trails, 3 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 3 Sp. Atk EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole.
Gardevoir Event Distributions
Gardevoir is a recurring Mystery Gift regular, handed out across many separate events.
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Super Powerful Pokemon Gift!Apr 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Kimia's Shiny GardevoirXYOmega RubyAlpha SapphireAlways shiny
Pokemon New Episode Broadcast CommemorationXYOmega RubyAlpha SapphireNot shiny
Gardevoir Guide
Yes. Mega Gardevoir hits 618 BST, a solid jump from the base 518. Hold the Mega Stone, trigger it in battle, and it lasts the whole fight. One Mega per team.
Gardevoir plays as a wallbreaker. Speed is middling, so pick your spots carefully. Moonblast is the primary attack.
Gardevoir pairs best with Ting Lu, Cinderace, and Skeledirge. Ting Lu has Decent synergy and covers what Gardevoir can't handle on its own.
Gardevoir's hidden ability is Telepathy. It protects against friendly Pokémon's damaging moves. Situational compared to Synchronize and Trace.
Timid is the go-to nature for Gardevoir. That's +Speed / -Attack. Pair it with 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe EVs. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Game Availability
Gardevoir first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and spans 17 games across 7 generations. It later gained a Mega form in Generation 6, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORASMega
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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