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 stat exp, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Capable of copying an enemy’s genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy.
Capable of copying an enemy’s genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy.
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 |
- Only 15 types exist — Dark, Steel, and Fairy are absent
- Ghost has no effect on Psychic (a known bug, fixed in Gen II)
- Special stat governs both offense and defense — no Sp.Atk / Sp.Def split
 Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
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Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →High Jump Kick 2x246-290%KO Jump Kick 2x190-224%KO Submission 2x153-180%KO Rolling Kick 2x115-137%KO | ||
 Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Submission 2x133-156%KO Karate Chop 2x83-98% | ||
 Primeape Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Primeape builds →Submission 2x137-161%KO Karate Chop 2x87-102%KO | ||
 Mankey Fighting | D | |
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Submission 2x108-128%KO Karate Chop 2x71-84% | ||
 Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Submission 2x108-128%KO Karate Chop 2x71-84% | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
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Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Submission 2x149-176%KO Double Kick 2x56-68% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Submission 2x108-128%KO Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Submission 2x108-128%KO Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
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Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Submission 2x155-182%KO Rolling Kick 2x114-136%KO Double Kick 2x61-71% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Submission 2x112-132%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Submission 2x112-132%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
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Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Jump Kick 2x184-217%KO Submission 2x149-176%KO Rolling Kick 2x112-132%KO Double Kick 2x57-67% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Submission 2x107-127%KO Karate Chop 2x68-80% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Submission 2x107-127%KO Karate Chop 2x68-80% | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
Obtain MethodSaffron City Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →High Jump Kick 2x246-290%KO Jump Kick 2x190-224%KO Submission 2x153-180%KO Rolling Kick 2x115-137%KO | ||
Machoke Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Submission 2x133-156%KO Karate Chop 2x83-98% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Submission 2x110-129%KO Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
In Red & Blue, Machamp can KO Ditto with Submission (163-192%).
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machamp builds →Earthquake68-80% Body Slam58-68% Submission 2x163-192%KO | ||
Red & Blue Evolution
Ditto is an unusual case. This Normal type doesn't evolve and can't breed despite having 288 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Red & Blue Ditto Best Moveset
Best Build
Utility 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
Red & Blue Ditto Locations
high spawn rates for Ditto across 14 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Red & Blue
Which version you're playing matters for Ditto. 14 walking spots at Lv. 23-67 spread across Blue and Red, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Ditto Guide
In Red & Blue, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Honestly, in Red & Blue Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In Red & Blue, Ditto has a 288 base stat total and ranks as D-Tier: outclassed by other options available in Red & Blue. It works best as a balanced.
In Red & Blue, Normal typing gives Ditto 1 resistances plus Ghost immunity. HP at base 48 is the top stat. Pure Normal type with same-type attack bonus on Normal moves.
In Red & Blue, Ditto fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 48 Attack. Base 48 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's fragile, can't afford to take many hits.
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