Skitty Best Moveset
45/45/35 across offenses at 50 Speed with AbilityCute Charm and hidden AbilityWonder Skin halving status move accuracy. Normal TermStab at these stats. The moveset is non-functional. One evolution from Delcatty where the stats barely improve.
Skitty saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). This was Skitty's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Cutecharm with Leftovers, favoring a Careful nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Skitty best EVs are Attack and HP
Support Moveset
- Heal Bell
- Return
- Thunder Wave
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Skitty saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Skitty maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Normalize with Life Orb, favoring a Adamant nature.
Pivot Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Fake Out
- Return
- Baton Pass
Recommended Teammates
Skitty saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Skitty maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Wonderskin with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Wish
- Protect
- Heal Bell
Recommended Teammates
Skitty saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Skitty maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Cutecharm with Leftovers, favoring a Hardy nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Fake Out
- Icy Wind
- Protect
- Disarming Voice
Recommended Teammates
Skitty saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Skitty maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Wonderskin with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Fake Out
- Heal Bell
- Facade
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Skitty Weakness
Skitty 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 |
What is Skitty Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Skitty
Machamp can KO Skitty with Close Combat (335-395%).
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemFlame Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Skitty View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch37-44% Close Combat 2x335-395%KO Stone Edge93-110%KO | ||
Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Skitty
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.
Where To Catch Skitty in BDSP
The path to Skitty starts with Skitty at Lv. 40-63 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Skitty ✓Route 222Lv.40GrassRate 40%Swarm activeSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-game
Step 2Evolve into Delcatty
Skitty can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Skitty from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Skitty in USUM
- Step 1Skitty ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Route 116. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Route 116. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 222 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Route 222 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Castelia City. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom X & YNot TradeableAppears in X & Y via Walking · Route 4 · Yellow Flower. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Delcatty
Skitty can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Skitty from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Skitty in SM
- Step 1Skitty ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Delcatty with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Skitty egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Route 116. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Route 116. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 222 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Route 222 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Castelia City. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom X & YNot TradeableAppears in X & Y via Walking · Route 4 · Yellow Flower. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Delcatty
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.
Where To Catch Skitty in ORAS
Skitty is your first catch on the way to Skitty. You'll find walking and trade encounters from Lv. 4-25 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Skitty ✓Route 116Lv.4GrassRate 5%Horde battleRoute 116Lv.8GrassRate 5%Fortree CityLv.25In-game tradeOne-timeTrade for (give Spinda)
Step 2Evolve into Delcatty
Base Stats
Skitty's stats barely vary. None 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 Guide
Skitty does the job early-game if you need a Normal type on your team. Evolve it into Delcatty before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
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.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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