If Alakazam goes down before it attacks, it contributed nothing. If it doesn't, something on the other side is going down. Magic Guard blocks all indirect damage — no chip, no hazard damage, nothing, which helps. A longtime staple going back to Gen 1.
The stat bars tell the story: Sp. Atk carries everything and Defense's dead weight. But this Psi Pokemon still yields 3 Sp. Atk EVs per fight on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
The spoons clutched in its hands are said to have been created by its psychic powers.
Alakazam Weakness
VulnerableBug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves hit Alakazam for super-effective damage. Alakazam's special bulk (base 95 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Alakazam evolved from Abra's chain using a trade. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Abra eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Abra pushed Alakazam to 500 total stats. Sp.Def saw the largest single gain at +40.
How to Evolve
Breed with Alakazam to get Abra eggs easily using 39 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Barrier, Encore, Fire Punch and 5 more.
The game plan is straightforward: click Calm Mind, then sweep. Focus Sash and Synchronize support the setup turn. EVs go into max Sp. Atk and Speed so Alakazam hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Best Alakazam Moveset
- Psychic
- Focus Blast
- Shadow Ball
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Coverage runs deep. Alakazam can hit 10 types beyond STAB, including Electric and Fighting. The offense anchors on Future Sight and Dream Eater while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
A trade step sits in Alakazam's 3-stage chain from Abra. The step cards below map each stage with catch locations and evolution methods. Abra shows up at decent rates, so the starting catch is the easy part.
How to Obtain Alakazam in Platinum
The path to Alakazam starts with Abra at Lv. 4-22 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch AbraEASYRoute 203GrassLv.4-5UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 215GrassLv.19UncommonMidRouteLEGENDARYOreburgh City - North West houseIn-game tradeLimitedCityTrade for (give Machop)
Step 3Alakazam ✓
Alakazam looks average on paper at 500 BST. But Magic Guard is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier sweeper on our tier list.
Alakazam gets Magic Guard, Synchronize, and Inner Focus. But Magic Guard is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. With base 120 Speed, Magic Guard gives Alakazam an edge before opponents can react.
Alakazam is a special attacker with base 135 Sp. Atk. But the speed tells the real story — base 120 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Alakazam appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Alakazam appears in 21 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 7.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORASMega
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A