Meditite Best Moveset
Fighting/Psychic at 40 Attack with AbilityPure Power doubling it to effective 80. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk since Medicham exists. The moveset has real power for a pre-evolution thanks to the doubled Attack. Evolve to Medicham for effective 120 Attack that breaks through defensive teams.
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). This was Meditite's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Pure Power with Salacberry, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Meditite best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Bulk Up
- Recover
- High Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Meditite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Pure Power with Life Orb, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Zen Headbutt
- High Jump Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Meditite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran pure power with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- High Jump Kick
- High Jump Kick
- Focus Blast
- Dream Eater
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Meditite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Pure Power with Focus Sash, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Bullet Punch
- Bulk Up
- Psycho Cut
Recommended Teammates
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Meditite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Pure Power with Life Orb, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Punch
- High Jump Kick
- Psycho Cut
- Bullet Punch
Recommended Teammates
Meditite saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Meditite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Pure Power with Focus Sash, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Psycho Cut
- Bullet Punch
- Counter
Recommended Teammates
Meditite Weakness
Meditite's Fighting/Psychic typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Ghost, and Fairy. Standard number of weaknesses for the Fighting/Psychic typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Ghost, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Rock |
What is Meditite Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Meditite
Staraptor can KO Meditite with Double-Edge (148-175%). Chandelure threatens a KO with Shadow Ball (229-270%). Togekiss's Dazzling Gleam also KOs at 200-236%.
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Meditite View Staraptor builds →Close Combat49-58% U Turn58-68% Double Edge148-175%KO | ||
 Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Meditite View Chandelure builds →Shadow Ball 2x229-270%KO Energy Ball86-101%KO Flamethrower128-151%KO | ||
 Togekiss Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySerenegrace ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Meditite View Togekiss builds →Air Slash 2x188-221%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x200-236%KO | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Meditite grows into Medicham through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 130 total stats over Meditite. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Meditite easily with 70 breeding partners from the Humanshape egg group.
How to Get Meditite
Easy grab on Meditite with high spawn rates across 10 locations in mid-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Meditite in SV
To get Meditite, start by catching Meditite through walking encounters at Lv. 20-56. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Meditite ✓South Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.20-39OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.20-39OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 36%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MedichamSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%South Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.40-56OverworldRate 8%or evolve from Meditite (Step 1)
Meditite starts showing up in mid-game routes at moderate rates across 1 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Meditite in LZA
Meditite is your first catch on the way to Meditite. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 19-64 across 3 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Meditite ✓Wild Zone 6Lv.19-20OverworldLegends: Z-A
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into MedichamWild Zone 16Lv.40-42OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Meditite (Step 1)
Meditite's scattered across 36 spots in early-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Meditite in BDSP
Meditite is your first catch on the way to Meditite. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 12-52 across 68 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Meditite ✓Route 211 - WestLv.12-14GrassRate 35%Morning/dayMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceLv.13-14CaveRate 25%Route 211 - WestLv.13-14GrassRate 25%NightMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceLv.15CaveRate 10%Route 211 - EastLv.27-28GrassRate 35%Route 210 - NorthLv.24-26GrassRate 30%Morning/dayRoute 208Lv.16-17GrassRate 20%Morning/dayRoute 210 - NorthLv.25-26GrassRate 20%NightRoute 208Lv.17GrassRate 10%NightDazzling CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthStargleam CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthWhiteout CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthMt. Coronet - B1FLv.31-32CaveRate 25%Mt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceLv.31-32CaveRate 25%Route 216Lv.33-34GrassRate 20%Morning/dayRoute 216Lv.34GrassRate 10%NightAcuity LakefrontLv.35GrassRate 10%Morning/dayRoute 217Lv.35GrassRate 10%Morning/day
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MedichamAcuity LakefrontLv.35-36GrassRate 20%Route 217Lv.35-36GrassRate 20%Mt. Coronet - SummitLv.39-40CaveRate 20%Morning/dayVictory Road - 1FLv.44-46CaveRate 15%Victory Road - B1FLv.44-46CaveRate 15%Victory Road - 2FLv.45-47CaveRate 15%Mt. Coronet - 2FLv.37CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 3FLv.37CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 4FLv.39CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 5FLv.39CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - SummitLv.40CaveRate 10%NightMt. Coronet - Top CaveLv.40CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 6FLv.41CaveRate 10%Mt. Coronet - 7FLv.41CaveRate 10%Victory Road - Nat Dex AreaLv.50-52CaveRate 15%Victory Road - Nat Dex Area B1FLv.50-52CaveRate 15%or evolve from Meditite (Step 1)
Can't catch Meditite directly. Start with Meditite in the wild from the locations below, then evolve at level 37. The 2-stage line from Meditite to Meditite is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Meditite in USUM
- Step 1Meditite ✓
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MedichamUltra Space Wilds - CaveLv.60Interact with Pokemonor evolve from Meditite (Step 1)
Base Stats
Speed and Defense carry most of Meditite's stat budget. HP's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Speed EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It never skips its daily yoga training. It heightens its inner strength through meditation.
Meditite Guide
You can run Meditite through the first few routes without issues. 280 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Medicham as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 15 titles since its debut in Ruby & Sapphire, Meditite spans 8 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in most mainline games.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves