Skitty doesn't have much going for it on its own — the stats just aren't there. The payoff is Delcatty, and getting there is worth the grind. Been around since Gen 3. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively.
Skitty's stats barely vary. 0 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Speed EV, fast 800K XP curve to max.
It can’t stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in circles, chasing its own tail.
Skitty Weakness
GoodSkitty 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.
Evolving Skitty into Delcatty takes an evolution item. It's not a simple level-up, so check the chain details below. Evolving adds up to 140 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Skitty easily with 66 breeding partners from the Fairy and Ground egg groups.
Focus Sash guarantees Skitty survives one hit from full HP. That's enough to deal early damage and fire off Covet before going down. Cutecharm and flexible EVs EVs maximize first-turn impact.
Best Build
Best Skitty Moveset
- Fake Out
- Covet
- Thunder Wave
- Copycat
Recommended Teammates
Double-Edge and Play Rough bring the raw damage. But Skitty also picks up coverage across 10 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Double-Edge and Play Rough bring the raw damage. But Skitty also picks up coverage across 12 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Double-Edge and Play Rough bring the raw damage. But Skitty also picks up coverage across 10 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Double-Edge and Play Rough bring the raw damage. But Skitty also picks up coverage across 12 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
high spawn rates across 4 locations for Skitty in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Best Locations
4 walking encounters at Lv. 40-63 for Skitty across Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. A few locations are version-exclusive, so your copy of the game affects what's available.
Skitty doesn't appear in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer it from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Skitty doesn't appear in Sun & Moon. Transfer it from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Skitty appears at moderate rates across 6 spots in early-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Best Locations
6 walking and trade encounters at Lv. 4-25 for Skitty across Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. A few locations are version-exclusive, so your copy of the game affects what's available.
Skitty isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Delcatty to unlock its full potential. At 260 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Skitty's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Skitty evolves into Delcatty using a Moon Stone. Skitty is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Skitty. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Wonder Skin can work in specific setups. Normalize is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Skitty fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 45 Attack. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Skitty appears in 13 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Skitty has been available in 13 games since Ruby & Sapphire, though obtaining it requires an item-based evolution. This extra step makes it less common than Pokemon found through standard wild encounters.
- 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