Stats & Training
Meloetta's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Attack trails, 4 stats clear the bar. Near-impossible to catch and worth 3 Sp. Atk and Sp. Def and Speed EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
The melodies sung by Meloetta have the power to make Pokémon that hear them happy or sad.
Its melodies are sung with a special vocalization method that can control the feelings of those who hear it.
Meloetta Weakness
Meloetta is weak to Bug and Dark. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Meloetta's special bulk (base 128 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Psychic |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
 Scizor BugSteel | S | |
Bug is super effective against MeloettaView Scizor → | ||
 Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Dark is super effective against MeloettaView Hydreigon → | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Bug is super effective against MeloettaView Volcarona → | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Dark is super effective against MeloettaView Tyranitar → | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Scizor can KO Meloetta with U-turn (116-137%). Hydreigon's Dark Pulse hits Meloetta for 39-46%.
Scizor BugSteel | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Meloetta View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch33-39% Superpower66-78% U Turn 2x116-137%KO | ||
Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Meloetta View Hydreigon builds →Draco Meteor31-37% Dark Pulse 2x39-46% U Turn 2x29-35% | ||
Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Meloetta View Volcarona builds →Giga Drain13-15% | ||
Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Meloetta View Tyranitar builds →Crunch 2x91-107%KO Rock Slide43-50% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
Meloetta is a mythical Normal/Psychic type with 600 total stats. No evolution, no breeding. You get one through events or special distribution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Meloetta Best Moveset
Meloetta runs a standard defensive wall set. Calm nature with max HP and Sp. Def EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. Serenegrace supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Meloetta best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Bulky Support Moveset
- Relic Song
- Close Combat
- Thunder
- Heal Bell
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Psychic
- Echoed Voice
- Dazzling Gleam
- Hyper Voice
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 types means almost nothing walls Meloetta cleanly, with Giga Impact and Hyper Beam anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Meloetta in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Meloetta is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
This is an event-exclusive or special distribution.
Meloetta Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Meloetta is a Mythical Pokemon rated B-Tier. At 600 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a pivot. Relicsong with Leftovers is the standard set.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Meloetta's biggest threats include Scyther (Bug) and Hydreigon (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Meloetta has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Serene Grace is the go-to ability for Meloetta. It doubles the chance of moves' extra effects occurring. It's Meloetta's only ability.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Meloetta fills the pivot role. It's a special attacker with base 128 Sp. Atk. Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the best way to handle Meloetta: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Bug and Dark-type attackers hit hardest.
Game Availability
As a Mythical Pokemon, Meloetta has limited availability — 8 games since its debut in Black & White. Typically obtained through special events or in-game quests rather than standard encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
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 5BWDebut
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