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.
A DITTO rearranges its cell structure to transform itself. However, if it tries to change based on its memory, it will get details wrong.
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 |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
 Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Focus Punch 2x294-346%KO Brick Break 2x149-176%KO Rock Smash 2x80-95% | ||
 Hariyama Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hariyama builds →Focus Punch 2x284-334%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO Vital Throw 2x134-159%KO Rock Smash 2x78-93% | ||
 Blaziken FireFighting | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Torchic (Route 101 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Blaziken builds →Focus Punch 2x284-334%KO Sky Uppercut 2x163-193%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO Rock Smash 2x78-93% | ||
 Breloom GrassFighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Breloom builds →Focus Punch 2x304-359%KO Dynamic Punch 2x205-241%KO Sky Uppercut 2x174-205%KO Brick Break 2x153-180%KO | ||
 Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x244-288%KO Cross Chop 2x163-193%KO Dynamic Punch 2x163-193%KO Submission 2x133-156%KO | ||
 Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Vital Throw 2x75-91% Arm Thrust 2x23-28% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Vital Throw 2x80-94% Arm Thrust 2x19-23% | ||
 Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x200-236%KO Revenge 2x81-96% Karate Chop 2x71-84% Rock Smash 2x57-68% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x159-188%KO Vital Throw 2x77-92% Rock Smash 2x47-56% Arm Thrust 2x20-24% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x200-236%KO Vital Throw 2x95-113%KO Revenge 2x83-98% Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x159-188%KO Vital Throw 2x76-90% Rock Smash 2x44-53% Arm Thrust 2x19-23% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x206-243%KO Vital Throw 2x100-118%KO Revenge 2x85-100%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x163-193%KO Vital Throw 2x79-93% Rock Smash 2x48-57% Arm Thrust 2x20-25% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Focus Punch 2x295-348%KO Brick Break 2x150-177%KO Rock Smash 2x81-96% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x206-243%KO Cross Chop 2x140-165%KO Submission 2x112-132%KO Vital Throw 2x99-117%KO | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x165-195%KO Vital Throw 2x79-93% Rock Smash 2x48-57% Arm Thrust 2x20-24% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Focus Punch 2x295-348%KO Brick Break 2x150-177%KO Rock Smash 2x81-96% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x206-243%KO Cross Chop 2x140-165%KO Submission 2x112-132%KO Brick Break 2x104-123%KO | ||
Makuhita Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Makuhita builds →Focus Punch 2x165-195%KO Brick Break 2x84-99% Vital Throw 2x79-93% Rock Smash 2x48-57% | ||
In Emerald, Heracross can KO Ditto with Megahorn (114-134%). Machamp's Rock Slide hits Ditto for 54-64%.
Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySwarm ItemSalacberry NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Megahorn114-134%KO Rock Slide47-56% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machamp builds →Rock Slide54-64% | ||
Emerald 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.
Emerald Ditto Best Moveset
For a physical attacker, Ditto wants flexible EVs and Quickclaw. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Limber contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Ditto best EVs are Speed 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
Emerald Ditto Locations
A few locations for Ditto with high 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.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Emerald
Ditto Guide
In Emerald, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Emerald, 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 Emerald Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In Emerald, 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 Emerald, 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