Ralts’ evolution is unique, being one of the first to offer multiple final stages besides Eevee. Gardevoir is the original final evolution, with Gallade arriving just one generation later. They’re both powerful in their own right, but one is arguably more difficult to get than the other. So, let’s take a look at how to evolve Kirlia, so you don’t have to miss out on either of them.
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, ghost Pokémon, steel Pokémon, and water Pokémon guides.
Here’s all you need to know about Ralts’ evolutions.
How do I evolve Ralts?
Ralts evolves into Kirlia at level 20. That’s right, the first part of this puzzle is as easy as it gets. It’s not until you try to get the stage three evolution, Gardevoir or Gallade, that things become a bit more complicated.
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 the issue is that it tends to mimic Abra and run before the battle can even commence. So, alongside pokéballs, bring some patience.
How do I evolve Kirlia into Gardevoir?
To evolve Kirlia into Gardevoir, you need to reach level 30. 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 Ralts 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?
You know what, why even bother with all of this evolving malarkey? Just skip ahead and catch yourself a Gardevoir. No, I’m not making that up, you really can catch Gardevoir out in the wild in several games, you can find it in:
- 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 Gardevoir 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?
To evolve Kirlia into Gallade, it needs to be a male, and you must give it a dawn stone. The level Kirlia is at doesn’t matter, though you may want to hold off until you get all of the moves you want him to have before evolving it into 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?
Just like in the main games, there are two different methods to evolve Kirlia depending on if it’s Gallade or Gardevoir that you’re after. If it’s the latter, you need to give a Kirlia 100 candy, while to get Gallade, you need to give a male Kirlia 100 candy and a Sinnoh stone. To get a Sinnoh stone, you need to be trainer level ten and claim one through research breakthrough rewards. However, it’s possible to get them through 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.
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