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 has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.
It has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.
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 |
 Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x213-253%KO Brick Break 2x109-131%KO Revenge 2x94-113%KO Rock Smash 2x63-75% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x178-211%KO Brick Break 2x95-114%KO Low Sweep 2x81-97% Revenge 2x76-89% | ||
 Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x163-192%KO High Jump Kick 2x144-169%KO Focus Blast 2x133-158%KO Drain Punch 2x85-100%KO | ||
 Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x241-285%KO Focus Blast 2x117-138%KO Brick Break 2x123-146%KO Vital Throw 2x114-135%KO | ||
Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x163-192%KO High Jump Kick 2x144-169%KO Focus Blast 2x133-158%KO Drain Punch 2x85-100%KO | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x241-285%KO Focus Blast 2x117-138%KO Brick Break 2x123-146%KO Vital Throw 2x114-135%KO | ||
Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x162-191%KO High Jump Kick 2x143-168%KO Focus Blast 2x131-155%KO Drain Punch 2x84-99% | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x241-284%KO Focus Blast 2x114-135%KO Brick Break 2x123-145%KO Vital Throw 2x114-135%KO | ||
Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x158-187%KO High Jump Kick 2x138-162%KO Focus Blast 2x127-150%KO Drain Punch 2x81-95% | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x237-279%KO Focus Blast 2x114-135%KO Brick Break 2x119-141%KO Vital Throw 2x111-132%KO | ||
Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x157-186%KO High Jump Kick 2x135-160%KO Focus Blast 2x126-149%KO Drain Punch 2x80-94% | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x232-274%KO Focus Blast 2x111-131%KO Brick Break 2x118-140%KO Vital Throw 2x111-131%KO | ||
Medicham FightingPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Medicham builds →Focus Punch 2x157-186%KO High Jump Kick 2x135-160%KO Focus Blast 2x126-149%KO Drain Punch 2x80-94% | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x232-274%KO Focus Blast 2x111-131%KO Brick Break 2x118-140%KO Vital Throw 2x111-131%KO | ||
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Cobalion can KO Ditto with Close Combat (113-133%).
 Cobalion SteelFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cobalion builds →Close Combat 2x113-133%KO | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch18-21% Rock Slide33-39% Knock Off29-34% | ||
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl 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.
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl 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 HP and Defense
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
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
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Ditto Locations
A handful of locations for Ditto with decent spawn rates across mid-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.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
walking and special encounters for Ditto across 6 spots at Lv. 29-63. The catch is that Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl don't share every location, so compare what's available in your version.
Ditto Guide
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, 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 Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, 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 C-Tier.
In Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, 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