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Ralts is a Pokemon first introduced in the third generation and eventually evolves intoGallade or Gardevoir, one of thebestPsychic-type Pokemonin the series. InPokemon Scarlet & Violet, there are a few different ways to evolve Ralts, resulting in the creation of either Gardevoir or Gallade.
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Ralts and its evolutions are a rare Pokemon to find in the wild, so you’ll need to spend some time seeking it out before you can begin its evolution process.
Updated by Christina Roffe on June 03, 2025:We have updated this article to include a few clips leading to the exact location of the Pokemon Ralts and Kirlia in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet.
Where To Find Ralts & Kirlia
Before we introduce you to the methods of evolving Ralts, you’ll first need to find one of your own in the wild of Paldea. You can also catch a Kirlia instead, as they are much easier to find. However, if you arelooking to fully complete your Pokedex,we will show you where you can find the elusive Ralts first.
As shown in the image above, Ralts can only bespotted in two small areas of Paldea.These can be foundjust south of the town of Los Platos,since Ralts is usually located outside of cities. In this area, Ralts will be around Level 6, so you should have no trouble catching it. Follow these steps to find the Pokemon and add it to your Pokedex.
If you would rather catch Kirlia, the process of finding one in the wild is much simpler than that of Ralts. Similar to Ralts, you’ll find Kirlia locatedjust outside of towns and cities.There are a couple of locations on the map where you’ll be able to spot the Pokemon, and most are an easy find. However, we found that the best spot for us wasjust outside the Porto Marinada Lighthouse.Use these steps to catch your Kirlia.
If you are still having a hard time finding either Ralts or Kirlia, this clip will provide you with the exact location of the two Pokemon:
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How To Evolve Kirlia Into Gardevoir & Gallade
As Kirlia has two evolution options that it can choose from, there are two different ways that it can be evolved.Gardevoir is the female option that is a Dual Psychic/Fairy-Type, while Gallade is the male option that is a Dual Psychic/Fighting-Type.Based on which one fits more into your team, you will now have to use the right method to evolve Kirlia.
to get your Kirlia to becomeGardevoir,the process is quite simple. You will just have tolevel Kirlia up to Level 30,where it will then automatically evolve into Gardevoir. Originally, Gardevoir was the only option for Kirlia which is why the process is practically effortless.
If you’d rather evolve Kirlia intoGallade,you’ll have to take a different approach. Instead of just leveling your Kirlia up, you’ll want togive it the Dawn Stone.You canuse our guideto easily find the item to obtain your Gallade. The evolution process will immediately occur after you give the Dawn Stone to your Kirlia.
