Gardevoir's Psychic/Fairy typing gives it an immunity to Dragon. Only 3 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. It needs some investment to avoid getting outsped. Known as the Embrace Pokemon.
Gardevoir's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Attack trails, 3 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 3 Sp. Atk EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It has the power to predict the future. Its power peaks when it is protecting its Trainer.
To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole.
Gardevoir Weakness
GoodType-wise, Gardevoir takes extra damage from Poison, Ghost, and Steel. Dragon moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Gardevoir's special bulk (base 115 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Gardevoir is one of 2 ways Kirlia's chain can end. This one takes the level-up path, while the siblings go different directions. Breed through Ralts to get eggs. Gardevoir and Gallade share the same 518 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes.
How to Evolve
Breed with Gardevoir to get Ralts eggs easily using 43 partners from the Indeterminate and Humanshape egg groups. Notable egg moves include Confuse Ray, Destiny Bond, Disable and 5 more.
Nothing fancy here. Gardevoir builds around Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, Calm nature for the right stat lean, and max Sp. Atk without Speed EVs. Synchronize does its job quietly.
Best Build
Best Gardevoir Moveset
- Trick Room
- Mystical Fire
- Calm Mind
- Heal Pulse
Recommended Teammates
The egg pool carries weight here. Confuse Ray and Destiny Bond aren't available any other way for Gardevoir, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Future Sight and Dream Eater for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
moderate rates across 4 encounter spots for Gardevoir. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Gardevoir in Sword & Shield
The path to Gardevoir starts with Ralts at Lv. 7-52 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RaltsEFFORTLESSRolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-1060%EarlyHeavy FogEFFORTLESSRolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-1060%EarlyHeavy FogEFFORTLESSDappled GroveShieldGrassLv.11-1540%EarlyForestHeavy FogEFFORTLESSDappled GroveSwordGrassLv.11-1540%EarlyForestHeavy FogEASYRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-1025%EarlyHeavy FogEASYRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-1025%EarlyHeavy FogEASYDappled GroveShieldOverworldLv.13-1525%EarlyForestHeavy FogEASYDappled GroveSwordOverworldLv.13-1525%EarlyForestHeavy FogEASYFields of HonorSwordOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyHeavy FogEASYFields of HonorShieldOverworldLv.10-1520%EarlyHeavy FogEASYFields of HonorSwordGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyHeavy FogEASYFields of HonorShieldGrassLv.13-1815%EarlyHeavy FogMODERATEWest Lake AxewellSwordGrassLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveHeavy FogMODERATEWest Lake AxewellShieldGrassLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.11-1310%EarlyWaterHeavy FogCHALLENGINGNorth Lake MilochSwordGrassLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogCHALLENGINGNorth Lake MilochShieldGrassLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogMODERATESouth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyWaterHeavy FogCHALLENGINGRolling FieldsSwordOverworldLv.7-102%EarlyOvercastCHALLENGINGRolling FieldsShieldOverworldLv.7-102%EarlyOvercastCHALLENGINGRolling Fields - 2SwordOverworldLv.7-102%EarlyOvercastCHALLENGINGRolling Fields - 2ShieldOverworldLv.7-102%EarlyOvercastMODERATEWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2910%MidBuildingHeavy FogMODERATEWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2910%MidBuildingHeavy FogCHALLENGINGNorth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.26-282%MidWaterHeavy FogCHALLENGINGNorth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.26-282%MidWaterHeavy Fog
Step 2Evolve into Kirlia- Step 3Gardevoir ✓CHALLENGINGDusty BowlShieldGrassLv.40-455%LateHeavy FogCHALLENGINGDusty BowlSwordGrassLv.40-455%LateHeavy FogHARDLake of OutrageShieldGrassLv.50-521%PostWaterHeavy FogHARDLake of OutrageSwordGrassLv.50-521%PostWaterHeavy Fogor evolve from Kirlia (Step 2)
Gardevoir has a 518 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a wallbreaker. Base 125 Sp. Atk is where it shines.
Gardevoir's biggest threats include Gengar (Poison), Misdreavus (Ghost), and Metagross (Steel), all carrying super-effective STAB moves.
Synchronize is the go-to ability for Gardevoir. It copies burns, paralysis, and poison received onto the Pokémon that inflicted them. Its hidden ability Telepathy can work in specific setups. Trace is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Gardevoir fills the wallbreaker role. It's a special attacker with base 125 Sp. Atk. Base 80 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Gardevoir appears in 17 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Gardevoir first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 17 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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