Ralts’ evolution is unique, being one of the first to offer multiple final stages besides Eevee. Originally, in generation three, Ralts had one final form – Gardevoir – but come generation four, Game Freak created a second evolution for Kirlia, known as Gallade. Getting Gardevoir is easy. The real trick is knowing how to evolve Kirlia into its second final evolution.
But before we do that, allow us to explain how to evolve Primeape, how to evolve Finizen, how to evolve Charcadet, and how to evolve Inkay so you can both get powerful Pokémon and fill out your Pokédex. Or, if you’re after some suggestions on who to add to your team, take a look at our psychic Pokémon, ice Pokémon, and ghost Pokémon guides.
Here’s all you need to know about Ralts’ evolutions.
How do I evolve Ralts?
Ralts evolves into Kirlia at level 20. There’s no special method to this one, just the standard leveling up, which you can achieve with no problem if you battle with Ralts or give it some EXP candies.
If you want to catch Ralts, you can find one in:
- Sword and Shield – Dappled Grove, North Lake Miloch, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch, Watchtower Ruins, West Lake Axewell, Bridge Field, Hammerlock Hills, Lake of Outrage, Motorstoke Riverbank, Stony Wilderness, Rolling Fields, and Stony Wilderness
- Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl – Route 203, Route 204, and the Grand Underground (Fountainspring Cave, Dazzling Cave, Stargleam Cavern)
- Legends Arceus – Shrouded Ruins, Gapejaw Bog, Heart’s Crag, and Snowpoint Temple
- Scarlet and Violet – South Province (Area One, Lost Platos)
Ralts is easy to catch, but, like Abra, it’s known to flee from a battle before you have a chance to catch it. So, while pokéballs will do the trick, you also need to have a bit of patience with this one.
How do I evolve Kirilia into Gardevoir?
Kirilia evolves into Gardevoir at level 30, and that’s all there is to it. Just like with the first stage, we recommend you battle with Kirilia or give it some EXP candies to level it up faster.
That’s it, do that and you get one of the best fairy Pokémon out there.
Can a male Ralts turn into Gardevoir?
Yes, both female and male Ralt’s can evolve into Gardevoir, though males do have a second option in the form of Gallade.
Where can I catch Kirlia?
You don’t have to start at the bottom with Ralts if you don’t want to. You can opt to catch Kirlia instead, which arguably makes more sense the second time around. Just make sure the gender is the opposite of your other Kirlia. The best places to find Kirlia are:
- Sword and Shield – Rolling Fields, Bridge Field, Lake of Outrage, Motostoke Riverbank, Watchtower Ruins, and Stony Wilderness
- Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl – Route 203, Route 204, and the Grand Underground (Dazzling Cave and Stargleam Cave)
- Legends Arceus – Shrouded Ruins, Heart’s Crag, and Snowpoint Temple
- Scarlet and Violet – South Province (Cortondo), East Province (Area Two and Levincia), West Province (Porto Marinada), North Province (Montenevera and Dalizapa Passage), East Province (Area Three), and Tera Raid Battles
Where can I get Gardevoir?
Surprisingly, there are a couple of games in which you can find Gardevoir out in the wild. Just skip ahead and catch yourself a Gardevoir. You can find it in the following games and locations:
- Sword and Shield – Lake of Outrage, Dusty Bowl, Bridge Field, Hammerlocke Hills, Motostoke Riverbank, Rolling Fields, Stony Wilderness, and Watchtower Ruins
- Legends: Arceus – Alabaster Icelands (Heart’s Crag and Lake Acuity)
- Scarlet and Violet – North Province (Glaseado Mountain) and Terra Raid Battles
If you want Gardevior in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl you have no choice but to evolve Kirlia. Still, if you opt to try and catch it in the other Switch games, ensure you have plenty of great balls and ultra balls.
How do I evolve Kirlia into Gallade?
You need to give a male Kirilia a dawn stone to evolve it into Gallade. Kirilia’s level doesn’t matter at all here, so there’s no need to worry about giving it some extra candies to speed up the process to get the fighting Pokémon.
This is where you can find dawn stones in the Pokémon Switch games:
- Sword and Shield – Giant’s Cap, Lake of Outrage, and Bridge Field
- Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl – Route 225, Mount Coronet, or Pokémon with the pickup ability may gather one for you
- Legends Arceus – Galaxy Hall, Obsidian Fieldlands, Coronet Highlands, Alabaster Icelands, Jubilife Village, and space-time distortions
- Scarlet and Violet – East Province (Area Three), West Province (Area Three), catch 270 Pokémon, Porto Marinado auction, and Glaseado Mountain
How do I evolve Kirlia in Pokémon Go?
To evolve Kirlia into Gardevoir in Pokémon Go, you just need to give it 100 candy. However, to get Gallade, Kirlia needs both 100 candy and a Sinnoh stone. The best way to get this evolution item is to reach trainer level ten and claim it through research breakthrough rewards, though you might get them from trainer battles, too.
Gardevoir or Gallade
If you don’t care about completing your Pokédex and would rather just complete the Ralts evolution line once, you likely want to know who’s better out of Gardevoir and Gallade. The first thing to do is consider that while both fall under the psychic banner, Gardevoir is also a fairy-type while Gallade is a fighting-type.
With that in mind, you can choose who you want based on the weak spot in your team. Alternatively, you can pick out of the two based on who does the most damage. If you want a buddy that uses their special attacks to cause serious damage, it’s Gardevoir you want. If you prefer physical attacks, get Gallade.
With that, you know how to get Ralt’s evolutions. To fill out your Pokédex even further, check out our Rockruff evolution, Salandit evolution, Scyther evolution, Dreepy evolution, Bisharp evolution, Happiny evolution, Girafarig evolution, and Wurmple evolution guides.