Stats & Training
Ditto's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 HP EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
It can reconstitute its entire cellular structure to change into what it sees, but it returns to normal when it relaxes.
It can reconstitute its entire cellular structure to change into what it sees, but it returns to normal when it relaxes.
Ditto Weakness
Ditto is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
 Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x182-215%KO Rock Smash 2x83-98% Double Kick 2x62-73% | ||
 Mienshao Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mienshao builds →High Jump Kick 2x254-300%KO Jump Kick 2x197-232%KO Aura Sphere 2x126-149%KO Drain Punch 2x149-176%KO | ||
 Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x137-161%KO Rock Smash 2x62-73% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
 Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x137-161%KO Rock Smash 2x62-73% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
 Emboar FireFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Tepig (Aspertia City Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Emboar builds →Hammer Arm 2x194-229%KO Brick Break 2x147-173%KO Rock Smash 2x80-95% Arm Thrust 2x31-37% | ||
 Riolu Fighting | D | |
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x72-85% Rock Smash 2x53-62% | ||
 Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Scraggy builds →Brick Break 2x97-115%KO Rock Smash 2x55-65% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x74-88% Rock Smash 2x51-62% | ||
 Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x225-266%KO Brick Break 2x140-166%KO Rock Smash 2x78-93% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x161-190%KO Brick Break 2x93-110%KO Rock Smash 2x52-62% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x91-107%KO Force Palm 2x72-86% Rock Smash 2x49-59% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x229-269%KO Brick Break 2x143-168%KO Rock Smash 2x78-92% | ||
 Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x163-193%KO Brick Break 2x124-147%KO Wake-Up Slap 2x116-138%KO Rock Smash 2x67-80% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x163-193%KO Brick Break 2x96-113%KO Rock Smash 2x52-61% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x91-107%KO Force Palm 2x72-86% Rock Smash 2x49-58% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x136-160%KO Rock Smash 2x62-74% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x136-160%KO Rock Smash 2x62-74% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x235-277%KO Brick Break 2x148-175%KO Rock Smash 2x80-94% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x170-201%KO Hammer Arm 2x170-201%KO Brick Break 2x130-153%KO Wake-Up Slap 2x120-142%KO | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x168-198%KO Brick Break 2x99-117%KO Rock Smash 2x53-64% | ||
Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x182-215%KO Rock Smash 2x83-98% Double Kick 2x62-73% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x137-161%KO Rock Smash 2x62-73% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x137-161%KO Rock Smash 2x62-73% Double Kick 2x47-56% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x236-278%KO Brick Break 2x149-176%KO Rock Smash 2x80-95% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x170-200%KO Hammer Arm 2x170-200%KO Brick Break 2x128-151%KO Wake-Up Slap 2x120-141%KO | ||
In Black 2 & White 2, Conkeldurr can KO Ditto with Drain Punch (106-124%). Machamp's Stone Edge hits Ditto for 44-52%.
 Conkeldurr Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch 2x106-124%KO Mach Punch 2x57-67% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch18-21% Stone Edge44-52% | ||
Black 2 & White 2 Evolution
Ditto is what you get. No evolutions, but it breeds through one egg group with no compatible partners. Hatching is average hatch time. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Ditto can breed with almost any Pokemon, making it essential for breeding genderless Pokemon and passing down IVs.
Black 2 & White 2 Ditto Best Moveset
Prediction matters here. Choice Scarf means Ditto can't change moves after clicking, but the payoff is speed patching through item lock. Max HP and Defense EVs with Imposter back that up. Utility options prevents free switches.
Best Build
Ditto best EVs are Defense and HP
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Ditto's options are limited here. You've got Normal STAB for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Normal hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Black 2 & White 2 Ditto Locations
Ditto starts showing up in late-game routes at decent spawn rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Black 2 & White 2
Which version you're playing matters for Ditto. 4 walking spots at Lv. 45-52 spread across Black 2 and White 2, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Ditto Guide
In Black 2 & White 2, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Black 2 & White 2, Imposter. This is Ditto's defining trait. It transforms upon entering battle. Every competitive set revolves around it. If your Ditto doesn't have Imposter, it's not worth running.
Honestly, in Black 2 & White 2 Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In Black 2 & White 2, Don't let Ditto's 288 base stat total fool you. Imposter is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it D-Tier.
In Black 2 & White 2, Run Imposter on Ditto. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Ditto also gets Limber, but they don't compare.
Game Availability
Ditto has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 20 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves