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.
While it can transform into anything, each Ditto apparently has its own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to transformations.
It transforms into whatever it sees. If the thing it’s transforming into isn’t right in front of it, Ditto relies on its memory—so sometimes it fails.
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 |
Kommo-o DragonFighting | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Kommo-o builds →Sky Uppercut 2x151-178%KO Brick Break 2x134-159%KO | ||
Hawlucha Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Hawlucha builds →High Jump Kick 2x198-234%KO Flying Press 2x153-180%KO Brick Break 2x115-137%KO Low Sweep 2x101-120%KO | ||
Blaziken FireFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Blaziken builds →High Jump Kick 2x246-290%KO Sky Uppercut 2x163-193%KO Brick Break 2x142-168%KO Low Sweep 2x124-146%KO | ||
Gallade PsychicFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Gallade builds →Close Combat 2x236-278%KO Brick Break 2x149-176%KO Low Sweep 2x128-151%KO | ||
Poliwrath WaterFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Poliwrath builds →Dynamic Punch 2x157-185%KO Submission 2x126-149%KO Brick Break 2x118-139%KO Low Sweep 2x103-122%KO | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Amoonguss's Giga Drain hits Ditto for 42-50%. Pelipper threatens a KO with Hurricane (95-111%).
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemBlack Sludge NatureSassy Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Amoonguss builds →Giga Drain42-50% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Pelipper builds →Hurricane95-111%KO Scald69-81% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Chansey builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityHydration ItemWateriumz NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Manaphy builds →Surf73-86% Psychic49-58% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Blacephalon builds →Flamethrower98-115%KO Fire Blast120-141%KO | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 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.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Ditto Best Moveset
Prediction matters here. Choice Scarf means Ditto can't change moves after clicking, but the payoff is speed patching through item lock. Max HP and Defense EVs with Imposter back that up. Utility options prevents free switches.
Best Build
Ditto best EVs are HP and Defense
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Doubles 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
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Ditto Locations
moderate rates for Ditto across 8 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 Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
You can catch Ditto through 8 walking and fixed encounters from Lv. 27-30, but availability differs between Ultra Moon and Ultra Sun. Some spots are exclusive to one version.
Ditto Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, 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 Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, 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 Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, 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
