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Gardevoir (JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Psychic-type Pokémon from the third generation. It evolves from Kirlia starting at level 30. It is one of the final forms of Ralts, alongside Gallade. In the Sixth Pokémon generation, it gained a Fairy type. It can mega evolve with Gardevoirite. Gardevior and Gallade's Paradox Pokémon form is Iron Valiant.
Physiology and Behavior[]
Gardevoir is a bipedal, humanoid Pokémon whose body resembles a flowing gown. Most of its body is white, but its hair, arms, and the underside of its gown are green. Its hair curls over its face and down the sides of its head. Behind its red eyes are short spikes, resembling a masquerade mask. It has long arms with three fingers on each hand and slender white legs. A red, fin-like horn extends from its chest, and a shorter, more rounded horn extends from the back. A band of green on its chest extends to the center of the front horn and connects to its sleeve-like arms.
Gardevoir is able to see the future using its psychic powers. Its telekinetic powers enable it to lift objects and support itself without feeling the pull of gravity. Additionally, it is able to create small black holes and distort dimensions. Gardevoir's power reaches its peak when protecting its Trainer, whom it will protect with its life. This Pokémon typically inhabits urban areas, but has occasionally been sighted in snowy regions.
Mega Gardevoir[]
As Mega Gardevoir, it turns almost completely white; only its hair remains green. Its gown becomes longer and wider, resembling a bridal gown. The forearms are slightly thicker with a pointed extension above the elbow, resembling gloves. Its facial spikes are larger and now curl upwards. In contrast, its hair is now shorter and more tightly curled. There are now two horns in the center of its chest, extending to either side.
These horns are said to be a physical manifestation of this Pokémon's heart, and it is able to use tremendous psychic power now that it is open.
Appearances[]
Main Pokémon games[]
Pokémon spin-offs[]
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team: Gardevoir is the spirit of a Pokémon who sacrificed herself for her trainer. She comes to the player in their dreams, explaining things and generally appearing after important periods in the game. She is revived later in the game, but doesn't remember anything about her previous life.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Gardevoir is a member of Team Charm. She knew Wigglytuff from long ago. Together, they and the player's team explore Aegis Cave and defeat Regigigas.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: Along with their role in Explorers of Time/Darkness, Team Charm debut in their own special episode, Here Comes Team Charm!. The story extends to how they meet Wigglytuff and Team AWD.
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Team Charm is also present in Super Mystery Dungeon. In this game, Gardevoir has a connection to Gengar, hinting that she may be the same Gardevoir that appeared in Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team.
Super Smash Bros. Brawl[]
This "seemingly" useless Pokémon uses Reflect to create a round projectile shield around it. It reflects projectiles back with twice the speed. When summoned from a Pokéball, it will cross the stage using Reflect to protect its teammates from projectile attacks. Characters can cross with ease. Gardevior also appears as a Trophy and Spirit.
Pokkén Tournament[]
Gardevoir is a Technique-type character for Pokkén Tournament. Upon entering Burst form, it Mega-Evolves and can use the Burst Attack Fairy Tempest.
In the anime[]
In-game information[]
Pokédex Entries[]
| Title | Entry |
|---|---|
| Third Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Ruby | Gardevoir has the ability to read the future. If it senses impending danger to its Trainer, this Pokémon is said to unleash its psychokinetic energy at full power. |
| Pokémon Sapphire | Gardevoir has the psychokinetic power to distort the dimensions and create a small black hole. This Pokémon will try to protect its Trainer even at the risk of its own life. |
| Pokémon Emerald | It apparently does not feel the pull of gravity because it supports itself with psychic power. It will give its life to protect its Trainer. |
| Pokémon FireRed | It has the power to predict the future. Its power peaks when it is protecting its Trainer. |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | It has the power to predict the future. Its power peaks when it is protecting its Trainer. |
| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | It will try to guard its trusted Trainer with its life. It has the ability to see the future. |
| Pokémon Pearl | It will try to guard its trusted Trainer with its life. It has the ability to see the future. |
| Pokémon Platinum | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | It unleashes psychokinetic energy at full power when protecting a Trainer it has bonded closely with. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | It unleashes psychokinetic energy at full power when protecting a Trainer it has bonded closely with. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon White | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon White 2 | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon Y | It has the power to predict the future. Its power peaks when it is protecting its Trainer. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | Gardevoir has the ability to read the future. If it senses impending danger to its Trainer, this Pokémon is said to unleash its psychokinetic energy at full power. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Gardevoir has the psychokinetic power to distort the dimensions and create a small black hole. This Pokémon will try to protect its Trainer even at the risk of its own life. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sword | It has the power to predict the future. Its power peaks when it is protecting its Trainer. |
| Pokémon Shield | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | It will try to guard its trusted Trainer with its life. It has the ability to see the future. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | It will try to guard its trusted Trainer with its life. It has the ability to see the future. |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | It will dedicate itself to defending a master it has come to adore. Its pure white dress, reminiscent of those worn by ladies of nobility, is the dress of one who is willing to risk their life. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | To protect its Trainer, it will expend all its psychic power to create a small black hole. |
| Pokémon Violet | It unleashes psychokinetic energy at full power when protecting a Trainer it has bonded closely with. |
Game Locations[]
In the main games, Gardevoir is only obtainable by evolving Kirlia.
| Title | Location(s) |
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| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sword | Bridge Field, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage, Motostoke Riverbank, Rolling Fields, Stony Wilderness, Watchtower Ruins (Max Raid Battle) |
| Pokémon Shield | Bridge Field, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage, Motostoke Riverbank, Rolling Fields, Stony Wilderness, Watchtower Ruins (Max Raid Battle) |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods |
| Pokémon Violet | Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods |
Evolution[]
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Base Stats[]
Normal[]
| HP | 68 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Attack | 125 |
| Sp. Defense | 115 |
| Speed | 80 |
| Total | 518 |
Mega[]
| HP | 68 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Attack | 165 |
| Sp. Defense | 135 |
| Speed | 100 |
| Total | 618 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
| Main article: Gardevoir/gallery |
Sprites[]
Reception[]
Since its introduction Gardevoir has been well received, placing 9th on The Pokémon Company's 2020 Pokémon of the Year poll which featured all Pokémon from throughout the franchise. In 2023, Centennial Media's The Ultimate Guide to Pokémon noted that after compiling monthly search histories of Google, Yahoo and Microsoft Bing, Gardevoir was the second highest searched Pokémon among internet users with an approximate total of 158,400 average searches per month. The addition of its Fairy-type as of Pokémon X and Y has also been praised, with Malik Umair of Dualshockers calling them the poster child of the typing due to its moves and design.
Trivia[]
- Mega Gardevoir has the highest base Special Attack stat of all Fairy-type Pokémon.
- Gardevoir and Gallade are the only Pokémon capable of Mega Evolution that are in the same evolutionary line.
- The trophy descriptions for Gardevoir in both Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U point out the fact that Gardevoir can be both genders, despite sporting a feminine-looking design. This is never brought up in any other Pokémon-related media.
See also[]
- Iron Valiant (Paradox counterpart, shared with Gallade)
External links[]
| Mega Evolved Pokémon | |
|---|---|
| Introduced in X and Y | Venusaur • Charizard • Blastoise • Alakazam • Gengar • Kangaskhan • Pinsir • Gyarados • Aerodactyl • Mewtwo • Ampharos • Scizor • Heracross • Houndoom • Tyranitar • Blaziken • Gardevoir • Mawile • Aggron • Medicham • Manectric • Banette • Absol • Garchomp • Lucario • Abomasnow |
| Introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire | Beedrill • Pidgeot • Slowbro • Steelix • Sceptile • Swampert • Sableye • Sharpedo • Camerupt • Altaria • Glalie • Salamence • Metagross • Latias • Latios • Rayquaza • Lopunny • Gallade • Audino • Diancie |