Stats & Training
Ditto's stats barely vary. None 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.
It can freely recombine its own cellular structure to transform into other life-forms.
Capable of copying an opponent’s genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy.
Ditto Weakness
Ditto 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 |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
 Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
Obtain MethodSaffron City Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Focus Punch 2x284-334%KO High Jump Kick 2x246-290%KO Jump Kick 2x190-224%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO | ||
 Primeape Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Primeape builds →Focus Punch 2x254-300%KO Cross Chop 2x170-200%KO Brick Break 2x128-151%KO Karate Chop 2x87-102%KO | ||
 Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x244-288%KO Cross Chop 2x163-193%KO Dynamic Punch 2x163-193%KO Submission 2x133-156%KO | ||
 Mankey Fighting | D | |
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Brick Break 2x98-117%KO Karate Chop 2x72-85% Rock Smash 2x54-65% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Brick Break 2x101-120%KO Karate Chop 2x71-84% Rock Smash 2x57-68% | ||
 Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Brick Break 2x101-120%KO Revenge 2x81-96% Karate Chop 2x71-84% Rock Smash 2x57-68% | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Cross Chop 2x139-164%KO Brick Break 2x106-125%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x57-68% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Brick Break 2x106-125%KO Vital Throw 2x100-118%KO Revenge 2x85-100%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
Obtain MethodSaffron City Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Focus Punch 2x282-332%KO High Jump Kick 2x245-289%KO Jump Kick 2x190-225%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x206-243%KO Cross Chop 2x139-164%KO Brick Break 2x106-125%KO Karate Chop 2x73-86% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x206-243%KO Brick Break 2x106-125%KO Vital Throw 2x100-118%KO Revenge 2x85-100%KO | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
Obtain MethodSaffron City Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Focus Punch 2x274-323%KO High Jump Kick 2x239-282%KO Jump Kick 2x184-217%KO Brick Break 2x138-163%KO | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x197-233%KO Cross Chop 2x132-155%KO Brick Break 2x101-119%KO Karate Chop 2x68-80% | ||
Machop Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machop builds →Focus Punch 2x197-233%KO Cross Chop 2x132-155%KO Submission 2x107-127%KO Brick Break 2x101-119%KO | ||
Hitmonlee Fighting | C | |
Obtain MethodSaffron City Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hitmonlee builds →Focus Punch 2x284-334%KO High Jump Kick 2x246-290%KO Jump Kick 2x190-224%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO | ||
Machoke Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machoke builds →Focus Punch 2x244-288%KO Cross Chop 2x163-193%KO Submission 2x133-156%KO Brick Break 2x124-146%KO | ||
Mankey Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Mankey builds →Focus Punch 2x205-241%KO Cross Chop 2x137-161%KO Brick Break 2x103-122%KO Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
In FireRed & LeafGreen, Heracross can KO Ditto with Megahorn (114-134%). Machamp's Rock Slide hits Ditto for 54-64%.
 Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySwarm ItemSalacberry NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Heracross builds →Megahorn114-134%KO Rock Slide47-56% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Machamp builds →Rock Slide54-64% | ||
FireRed & LeafGreen Evolution
Ditto is what you get. No evolutions, but it breeds through one egg group with no compatible partners. Hatching is average hatch time. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Ditto can breed with almost any Pokemon, making it essential for breeding genderless Pokemon and passing down IVs.
FireRed & LeafGreen Ditto Best Moveset
For a physical attacker, Ditto wants flexible EVs and Quickclaw. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Limber contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Ditto best EVs are Speed and HP
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Moves
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
FireRed & LeafGreen Ditto Locations
high spawn rates for Ditto across 14 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in FireRed & LeafGreen
14 spots to find Ditto at Lv. 23-67 via walking. Not all of them exist in both FireRed and LeafGreen versions, so filter by your copy below.
Ditto Guide
In FireRed & LeafGreen, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In FireRed & LeafGreen, Imposter. This is Ditto's defining trait. It transforms upon entering battle. Every competitive set revolves around it. If your Ditto doesn't have Imposter, it's not worth running.
Honestly, in FireRed & LeafGreen Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In FireRed & LeafGreen, 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.
In FireRed & LeafGreen, 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.
Game Availability
Ditto has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 20 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves