Gallade (Pokémon)
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| Gallade エルレイド Erlade | |
 Artwork from D/P | |
| National Dex | #475 |
|---|---|
| Johto Dex | #— |
| Hoenn Dex | #— |
| Sinnoh Dex | #— |
| Fiore Browser | R— |
| Almia Browser | R-160 |
| Type | Psychic / Fighting |
| Species | Blade Pokémon |
| Height | 5′03″ (1.6m) |
| Weight | 114.6 lbs. (52.0kg) |
| Ability | Steadfast |
| Egg group | Indeterminate |
| Time to hatch | 5,120 steps |
| Effort yield | 3 Atk |
| Exp. yield | 208 base exp. |
| Lv100 at | 1,250,000 exp. |
| Gender | 100% ♂ |
| Pokédex color | White |
| Catch rate | 45 |
Gallade (Japanese: エルレイド Erlade) is a dual-type Psychic/Fighting Pokémon.
Gallade comes with the ability Steadfast, which increases its speed by 1.5 when it flinches.
Gallade begins its evolutionary chain as Ralts, then evolves into Kirlia at Level 20. If the Kirlia is male, a Dawn Stone can be used on it to evolve it into Gallade. If a Dawn Stone is not used and evolution is not canceled, the Kirlia will evolve into Gardevoir naturally at Level 30. It is one of two Pokémon that are the byproduct of evolution with a Dawn Stone, the other being Froslass.
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Biology
Physiology
The mini-skirt that Gallade had as a Kirlia has disappeared, though its body is hourglass-shaped and its lower torso almost resembles a kilt. Gallade has white legs that are wider than its counterpart, Gardevoir's. Like Gardevoir, it also has a red horn protruding from its chest and another red horn sticking out of its back, but these are both smaller and sharper. Unlike Gardevoir, however, Gallade's arms have blade-like protrusions at the elbows, and its head is shaped somewhat like a gladiator's helmet. Gallade also happens to be a darker shade of green than the other members of its evolutionary line.
Gender differences
Gallade is male-only, evolving from a male Kirlia when exposed to the Dawn Stone. However, a Kirlia of either gender can evolve into a Gardevoir at level 30 instead.
Special abilities
Gallade, thanks to its arm blades, can learn a variety of sword-like attacks in several types. These include Leaf Blade, Night Slash, and the rarely known Psycho Cut. As with other Fighting-type Pokémon, Gallade can summon Earthquakes, launch rocks at his opponents (in either the form Stone Edge, Rock Slide or Rock Tomb). Since Gallade is a fully-evolved Pokémon, he can learn Hyper Beam or Giga Impact.
Behavior
Gallade are masters of courtesy and swordsmanship.
Habitat
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
Gallade made a minor appearance in the 10th movie, The Rise of Darkrai.
In the manga
In the TCG
- Main article: Gallade (TCG)
Game data
Pokédex entries
| Gen | Game | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|---|
| IV | Diamond | A master of courtesy and swordsmanship, it fights using extending swords on its elbows. |
| Pearl | A master of courtesy and swordsmanship, it fights using extending swords on its elbows. |
Game locations
| Gen | Game | Rarity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| IV | Pokémon Diamond and Pearl | None | Evolve Kirlia♂ |
| Pokémon Platinum | Unknown |
In side games
| Game | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Ranger Batonnage | Asoheru Building |
Base stats
| HP: | 68 | |
|---|---|---|
| Attack: | 125 | |
| Defense: | 65 | |
| SpAtk: | 65 | |
| SpDef: | 115 | |
| Speed: | 80 |
Type effectiveness
| Weakness | Resistance | |
|---|---|---|
Learnset
Gallade is capable of learning the following moves.
Moves in bold are damage moves to which STAB apply.
By leveling up
| Generation IV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Move | Type | Cat. |
| Start | Night Slash |  | 
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| Leaf Blade |  |
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| Leer |  | 
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| Fury Cutter |  |
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| Previous | Confusion |  | 
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| Double Team | |
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| Teleport | |
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| 22 | Slash | |
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| 25 | Swords Dance | |
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| 31 | Psycho Cut | |
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| 36 | Helping Hand | |
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| 39 | Feint | |
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| 45 | False Swipe | |
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| 50 | Protect | |
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| 53 | Close Combat |  |
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By TM/HM
| # | Generation IV |
|---|---|
| TM01 | Focus Punch |
| TM04 | Calm Mind |
| TM06 | Toxic |
| TM08 | Bulk Up |
| TM10 | Hidden Power |
| TM11 | Sunny Day |
| TM12 | Taunt |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam |
| TM16 | Light Screen |
| TM17 | Protect |
| TM18 | Rain Dance |
| TM20 | Safeguard |
| TM21 | Frustration |
| TM24 | Thunderbolt |
| TM26 | Earthquake |
| TM27 | Return |
| TM29 | Psychic |
| TM30 | Shadow Ball |
| TM31 | Brick Break |
| TM32 | Double Team |
| TM33 | Reflect |
| TM34 | Shock Wave |
| TM39 | Rock Tomb |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace |
| TM41 | Torment |
| TM42 | Facade |
| TM43 | Secret Power |
| TM44 | Rest |
| TM45 | Attract |
| TM46 | Thief |
| TM48 | Skill Swap |
| TM49 | Snatch |
| TM52 | Focus Blast |
| TM58 | Endure |
| TM60 | Drain Punch |
| TM67 | Recycle |
| TM68 | Giga Impact |
| TM70 | Flash |
| TM71 | Stone Edge |
| TM73 | Thunder Wave |
| TM75 | Swords Dance |
| TM77 | Psych Up |
| TM78 | Captivate |
| TM80 | Rock Slide |
| TM81 | X-Scissor |
| TM82 | Sleep Talk |
| TM83 | Natural Gift |
| TM84 | Poison Jab |
| TM85 | Dream Eater |
| TM86 | Grass Knot |
| TM87 | Swagger |
| TM90 | Substitute |
| TM91 | Trick Room |
| HM01 | Cut |
| HM04 | Strength |
| HM06 | Rock Smash |
By breeding
Side game data
| Pokémon Ranger Batonnage | ||
|---|---|---|
| Group:
| Poké Assist:
| Field Move: Cut x5 |
Evolution
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Dawn Stone (Male)
Gallade
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Sprites
| Gen | Game | ||||||
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| I | Red | Blue | Yellow | Red (Ja) | Green | Back | |
| This Pokémon did not appear during Generation I. | |||||||
| II | Gold | Silver | Crystal | Back | |||
| This Pokémon did not appear during Generation II. | |||||||
| III | Ruby | Sapphire | Emerald | FireRed | LeafGreen | Back | |
| This Pokémon did not appear during Generation III. | |||||||
| IV | Diamond | Pearl | Platinum | Back | |||
| Image:Spr 4p 475.png | 
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| Image:Spr 4p 475 s.png | 
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For other sprites and images, please see Gallade images on Bulbagarden Archives.Trivia
- Although Gallade was likely created to prevent confusion due to Gardevoir's distinctly feminine appearance, there can still be male Gardevoir. Kirlia, their shared pre-evolution, also has a distinctly feminine appearance as well.
Origin
Gallade may be based on a Roman gladiator.
Gallade was possibly introduced as a solution, or nod, to the complaints that a clearly feminine Pokémon such as Gardevoir could also be male. Male Gardevoir, however, are still possible to obtain and there remain other Pokémon of a specific gender-based design to still be available in both genders, such as Machoke.
Name origin
Gallade may be a combination of gladiator, gallant, and blade. It may also be a reference to Sir Galahad. Erlade might be a combination of Earl (meaning chieftain), or elbow, and blade, referring to the sword-like appendages on its arms. Its French name is derived from gallant and lame.
In other languages
External links
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