Gardevoir (Pokémon)

This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Gardevoir.

**Gardevoir** (Japanese: **サーナイト** *Sirnight*) is a dual-type Psychic/Fairy Pokémon introduced in Generation III. Prior to Generation VI, it was a pure Psychic-type Pokémon.

It evolves from Kirlia starting at level 30. It is one of Ralts's final forms, the other being Gallade.

It has a regional variant known as **Xureeni Gardevoir**, which is a dual-type Poison/Fairy Pokémon introduced in Generation AN-IV. It Evolves from Xureeni Kirlia at level 39, and is the final form of Xureeni Ralts.

## Biology

Gardevoir is a bipedal, humanoid Pokémon whose body resembles a flowing gown. Most of its body is white, but its hair, arms, and the underside of its gown are green. Its hair curls over its face and down the sides of its head. Behind its red eyes are short spikes, resembling a masquerade mask. It has long arms with three fingers on each hand and slender white legs. A red, fin-like horn extends from its chest, and a shorter, more rounded horn extends from the back. A band of green on its chest extends to the center of the front horn and connects to its sleeve-like arms.

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. 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.

Gardevoir is able to see the future using its psychic powers. Additionally, it is able to create small black holes, distort dimensions, and support itself without feeling the pull of gravity. Its power reaches its peak when protecting its Trainer, whom it will protect with its life. This Pokémon inhabits urban areas.

## Game data

### NPC appearances

**Spoiler warning:** the following text contains major story details.

* Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team: Gardevoir is the spirit of a Pokémon who sacrificed herself for her trainer. She comes to the player in their dreams, explaining things and generally appearing after important periods in the game. She is revived later in the game, but doesn't remember anything about her previous life.
* Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Gardevoir is a member of Team Charm. She knew Wigglytuff from long ago. Together, they and the player's team explore Aegis Cave and defeat Regigigas.
* Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: Along with their role in Explorers of Time/Darkness, Team Charm debut in their own special episode, Here Comes Team Charm!. The story extends to how they meet Template:Mdc and Team AWD.
* Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Team Charm is also present in Super Mystery Dungeon. In this game, Gardevoir has a connection to Gengar, hinting that she may be the same Gardevoir that appeared in Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team.

### Stats

#### Base stats

##### Gardevoir

* Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

##### Xureeni Gardevoir

* Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

### Learnset (Gardevoir)

All damage-dealing Normal-type moves will get STAB if used by Mega Gardevoir because of its Ability, Pixilate

#### By a prior evolution

 * **Bold** indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Gardevoir
* *Italic* indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Gardevoir
* Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

## Trivia

* Gardevoir's number in the Sinnoh Pokédex (Platinum only) and the Almia Browser are the same: 159.
* Gardevoir's Attack and Special Attack stats are the reverse of Gallade's.
* As of Generation VIII, Gardevoir and its evolutionary relatives are the only Pokémon that are in the Amorphous and Human-Like Egg Groups.
* Xureeni Gardevoir has a higher base stat total and level of Evolution than Hoennian Gardevoir. This is because Xureeni Gardevoir cannot Mega Evolve. These characteristics, although without the level of Evolution, are shared with Xureeni Mawile.

### Origin

Gardevoir appears to be based on a feminine ballet dancer, particularly a principal dancer due to its apparent maturity, as well as the concept of 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 appears to be styled into a bob cut, 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 actual heart.

Gardevoir's protective nature over its Trainer and Fairy type suggest it is also inspired by guardian angels, and its white, flowing 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 style of traditional 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* (to guard) or *garder* (to keep) and *voir* (to see) or *devoir* (duty), referencing how it protects its trainer.

Sirnight may be taken to mean さあ、ナイト *saa, naito* (come, knight) or *Sir* *Knight*.

## Related articles

* Rara
* Diantha's Gardevoir
* Gardevoir (Pokkén Tournament)
* Gardevoir (Red and Blue Rescue Team)
* Team Charm
* Mega Evolution