Type matchups
Damage Ralts takes from each attacking type.
As a Psychic/Fairy type, Ralts has 3 weaknesses, 2 resistances and 1 immunity, about the same as the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 9 other Pokémon share the Psychic/Fairy typing.
Base stats
- HP
- 28
- Attack
- 25
- Defense
- 25
- Sp. Atk
- 45
- Sp. Def
- 35
- Speed
- 40
- Total
- 198
Ralts has a base stat total of 198, higher than 1% of Pokémon. With Sp. Atk (45) well above Attack (25), it works best as a special attacker. At 40 Speed it is slower than most Pokémon, which suits Trick Room teams. With 28 HP, 25 Defense and 35 Sp. Def it is frail and holds up better against special hits.
Ralts can have the abilities Synchronize, Trace and Telepathy.
How to beat Ralts
Ralts takes 2× damage from Poison, Ghost and Steel moves, so lead with those.
Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Dragon moves have no effect on it and Fighting and Psychic moves are resisted.
Good counters: Crowned Zacian hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves. Solgaleo hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves. Dusk Necrozma hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves.
Evolution
Ralts is the first stage of a 3-stage line (Ralts → Kirlia → Gardevoir or Gallade) and evolves into Kirlia.
Best counters to Ralts
Other Psychic/Fairy Pokémon
Frequently asked questions
What is Ralts weak to?
As a Psychic/Fairy type, Ralts takes super-effective damage from Poison, Ghost and Steel moves.
What is Ralts resistant to?
Ralts resists Psychic and Fighting (¼×) moves. It is immune to Dragon.
What are the best counters to Ralts?
Strong type-based picks include Crowned Zacian, Solgaleo and Dusk Necrozma, which hit Ralts with super-effective attacks.