Ditto's entire strategy is Imposter — it copies the opposing Pokemon on switch-in, copying their stats, moves, and boosts. Speed ties decide who attacks first, and a Choice Scarf fixes that problem. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively.
Ditto's stats barely vary. 0 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.
DITTO rearranges its cell structure to transform itself into other shapes. However, if it tries to transform itself into something by relying on its memory, this POKéMON manages to get details wrong.
Ditto Weakness
GoodDitto is weak to Fighting-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
Ditto is what you get. No evolutions, but it breeds through one egg group with a small partner pool. Hatching is average hatch time.
How to Evolve
Ditto can breed with almost any Pokemon, making it essential for breeding genderless Pokemon and passing down IVs.
For a physical attacker, Ditto wants flexible EVs EVs and Quickclaw. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Limber contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Ditto Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
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
No wild encounters for Ditto in Ruby & Sapphire. It's available in Red, Yellow, or HeartGold and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Ditto is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Ruby & Sapphire.
Also found in:
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.
Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Ditto doesn't evolve and has no evolutionary line. It's a Normal-type Pokemon with a 288 base stat total.
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.
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.
Ditto appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Ditto has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 20 titles across all 9 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
- 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 VIORAS
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