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.
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.[3] Iron Valiant bears a partial resemblance to Mega Gardevoir, with other aspects derived from Mega Gallade.
Evolution data
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
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In the anime
Main series
Shiny Gardevoir in the anime
Mega Gardevoir in the anime
Shiny Mega Gardevoir in the anime
Major appearances
Diantha owns a Gardevoir, which debuted in The Bonds of Evolution!. It can also Mega Evolve into Mega Gardevoir.
Other
In Do I Hear a Ralts?, a wild Gardevoir and Kirlia sent Team Rocket flying when they cornered Max and Snorunt while they were caring for a Ralts and taking it to the Pokémon Center. However, Gardevoir and Kirlia thought Max was also trying to steal Ralts. When Ralts blocked Gardevoir and Kirlia's Psychic, the two Pokémon calmed down and left. Later, Gardevoir and Kirlia sent James blasting off, as Ralts had already launched Jessie and Meowth away for posing as Gardevoir and Kirlia, respectively.
In Mutiny in the Bounty, J stole Melodi's Gardevoir. It proved to have a deep psychic connection with its Trainer and was able to hear her thoughts.
In Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!, a Gardevoir is Concordia's main Pokémon. It reappeared in Secrets From Out of the Fog! and What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!.
In Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel, a Shiny Gardevoir that can Mega Evolve is Kimia's main Pokémon.
In Battling in the Freezing Raid!, a Gardevoir appeared under the ownership of Horace. It was used in a Raid Battle against an Articuno, only to be defeated. It reappeared in Narrowing the Chaser Chase! and In the Palms of our Hands!.
Minor appearances
Gardevoir debuted in the opening sequence of Destiny Deoxys.
Gardevoir made its main series debut in Pokéblock, Stock, and Berry.
In Spontaneous Combusken, a Coordinator's Gardevoir competed in the Chrysanthemum Contest.
A Gardevoir appeared in the opening sequence of Zoroark: Master of Illusions.
In Cilan and the Case of the Purrloin Witness!, a Trainer's Gardevoir was a passenger on a cruise ship.
A Gardevoir that can Mega Evolve into Mega Gardevoir appeared in the opening of Mega Evolution Special I.
A Mega Gardevoir appeared in the ending credits of Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction.
In Loading the Dex!, a Gardevoir, Glaceon, and Lopunny were in a fantasy that Meowth had after an encounter with a Mimikyu. However, the trio was really Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar using illusory disguises.
In A Talent for Imitation!, a Gardevoir was the costar of a Ditto in a movie directed by Kublock, about Gardevoir twins.
Pokédex entries
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Pokémon
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BW118
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Gardevoir
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Ash's Pokédex
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Gardevoir, the Embrace Pokémon. If Gardevoir's Trainer needs protecting, Gardevoir creates a small black hole by using all of its psychic power.
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Pokémon
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Source
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Entry
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XY028
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Gardevoir
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Ash's Pokédex
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Gardevoir, the Embrace Pokémon. Gardevoir will use all of its psychic energy to protect a Trainer it has made a deep connection with.
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Pokémon: Twilight Wings
A Gardevoir briefly appeared in Letter, where it was pushing a cart full of medicine down a hallway when Tommy first arrives at the hospital so that he can visit John.
A Gardevoir appeared in The Gathering of Stars, under the ownership of Bede.
In the manga
Phantom Thief Pokémon 7
Gardevoir is one of the Pokémon owned by Rocco. He mainly uses its Teleport for quick escapes.
Pokémon Adventures
- Main article: Rara
- Main article: Diantha's Gardevoir
In Pinsir Me, I Must Be Dreaming, during Emerald's Battle Factory challenge, a Gardevoir is seen as one of the rental Pokémon he used, defeating a Spheal.
A Gardevoir appeared in Deprogramming Porygon-Z, under the ownership of a Lady.
In Sylveon Enchants, a Trainer's Gardevoir was at the Mini-game Corner.
The Kalos Champion Diantha owns a Gardevoir that can Mega Evolve into Mega Gardevoir. She first appeared in Chespin Sows the Seeds of Change.
In Metagross Investigates, Ruby's Kirlia, nicknamed Rara, evolved into a Gardevoir while training alongside Sapphire's Kirlia, Kirly. In PS616, she received a Gardevoirite from the Meteor Village Elder, allowing Ruby to Mega Evolve her into Mega Gardevoir.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team
A Gardevoir appears in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team, as a Pokémon who protected its human friend—albeit sacrificing its own life—a thousand years earlier.
In the TCG
- Main article: Gardevoir (TCG)
Other appearances
When summoned from a Poké Ball, it will go across the stage using Reflect to protect the summoner (and teammates) from any projectile attacks.
Trophy information
"An Embrace Pokémon. Despite its elegant and feminine features, there can be male and female Gardevoir. A Psychic-type, it has the ability to see the future and levitate. It's a brave Pokémon who will risk its own life to protect its trainer. It uses the ability Synchronize to pass on status problems like paralysis, poison, and burns to the foe."
Gardevoir trophy in
Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
Gardevoir reappears as a Poké Ball summon in both versions of the fourth iteration of the series. Once again, it uses Reflect to bounce off projectiles.
Gardevoir also appears as a trophy in both versions of the game.
Trophy information
NA: Gardevoir is a Psychic/Fairy-type Pokémon, bearing an elegant appearance that male and female Gardevoir share. In Smash Bros., it uses Reflect to turn back projectiles and items launched toward it. Helpfully, it won't affect any of the shots from the player who summoned it. Take advantage of this!
PAL: This Psychic- and Fairy-type may look like a woman in a long dress, but there are both male and female Gardevoir out there! If you get one in battle, it'll use Reflect, creating a barrier that stops projectiles from hitting you and your allies. It won't block any of your shots, though, so feel free to fire all the projectiles you like!
Gardevoir returns as a Pokémon summoned from the Poké Ball. Once again, it uses Reflect to bounce off projectiles. Gardevoir also appears as a Spirit.
Gardevoir in Pokkén Tournament
- Main article: Gardevoir (Pokkén)
Gardevoir is a Technique-type playable character in Pokkén Tournament. Moves it can use include Psyshock, Future Sight, Energy Ball, Stored Power, Moonblast, Calm Mind, Dazzling Gleam, Teleport, Psychic, and Magical Leaf. Upon entering Burst form, it Mega-Evolves and can use the Burst Attack Fairy Tempest.
Gardevoir in Pokémon UNITE
- Main article: Gardevoir (UNITE)
Gardevoir is playable through obtaining a Unite License. It is a ranged attacker that starts as Ralts and evolves into Kirlia at level 5, which evolves into Gardevoir at level 8.
Trivia
Origin
Gardevoir seems to be based on a feminine principal ballet dancer and a knight, as well as the concepts of chivalry and empathy. The long, white frills surrounding its body resemble a floor-length dress, and its thin, pointed legs make it appear as if it is standing en pointe and wearing white tights. Its hair is styled into a bob cut, which resembles a barbuta helmet, and the short spikes behind its eyes resemble a masquerade mask. Its red horns resemble half of a heart symbol and seem to pierce its chest, implying that its ability to sense emotions is even stronger than its pre-evolved forms since the horns are connected directly to its heart.
Gardevoir's Fairy type and protective nature over its Trainer seem to be inspired by guardian angels, and its flowing, white body is reminiscent of ghosts or spirits such as a White Lady. Its large head, minimal facial features, and frail physique are similar to anesama ningyō, a type of Japanese paper doll.
Mega Gardevoir appears to be based on a ballroom dancer wearing a large ball gown and evening gloves.
Name origin
Gardevoir may be a combination of the French words garde (guard) or garder (to guard) and devoir (duty), as well as voir (to see; referring to its Psychic powers).
Sirnight may be a combination of sir (an honorific for male knights), knight, Syrinx (a nymph from ancient Greek mythology), and possibly a pun of さあ、ナイト saa, naito ("Come here, Knight").
In other languages
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Meaning
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Japanese
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サーナイト Sirnight
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From sir, knight, and possibly さあ、ナイト saa, naito
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French
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Gardevoir
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Same as English name
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Spanish
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Gardevoir
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Same as English name
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German
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Guardevoir
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Similar to English name
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Italian
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Gardevoir
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Same as English name
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Korean
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가디안 Gadian
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From guardian
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Mandarin Chinese
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沙奈朵 Shānàiduǒ
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Transcription of Japanese name
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Cantonese Chinese
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沙奈朵 Sānoihdó
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Transcription of Japanese name
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More languages
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Hindi
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शौर्वीनाइट Shaurveenight
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From शौर्य shaurya and night or knight; similar to Japanese name
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Russian
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Гардевуар Gardevuar
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Transcription of English name
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Thai
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เซอไนท์ Soenai
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Transcription of Japanese name
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