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Ditto

Ditto

NORMAL
HP
48
Atk
48
Def
48
SpA
48
SpD
48
Spe
48

Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x

Best Nature

Bold 32/0/32/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. TransformNORMALStatus100.0%

Best Ability / Item

ImposterChoice ScarfChoice Scarf
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Top Moves

  • #1

    Transform

    NORStatus

    The user transforms into a copy of the target, right down to having the same move set.

    100.00%

Top Natures

  • #1

    Bold 32/0/32/0/2/0

    17.73%
  • #2

    Timid 32/0/0/0/2/32

    12.10%
  • #3

    Hasty 2/0/32/0/32/0

    4.58%
  • #4

    Hardy 32/0/2/0/0/32

    3.75%
  • #5

    Relaxed 32/0/32/0/2/0

    3.69%
  • #6

    Timid 32/0/2/0/0/32

    3.67%
  • #7

    Timid 32/0/1/0/1/32

    3.24%
  • #8

    Hardy 32/32/2/0/0/0

    3.16%
  • #9

    Timid 32/2/0/0/0/32

    3.16%
  • #10

    Hardy 32/2/0/0/0/32

    2.97%
  • #11

    Other

    41.95%

Top Abilities

  • #1

    Imposter

    The Pokémon transforms itself into the Pokémon it's facing.

    93.97%
  • #2

    Limber

    The Pokémon's limber body prevents it from being paralyzed.

    6.03%

Top Items

  • #1
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

    Held: Increases Speed by 50%, but restricts the holder to only one move.

    48.00%
  • #2
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    Held: Holder has a 3/16 (18.75%) chance to move first.

    11.22%
  • #3
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Held: Holder survives any single-hit attack at 1 HP if at max HP, then the item is consumed.

    10.72%
  • #4
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Held: Holder’s moves inflict 30% extra damage, but cost 10% max HP.

    9.95%
  • #5
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

    Held: Consumed at 1/2 max HP to recover 1/4 max HP.

    9.31%
  • #6
    Iron Ball

    Iron Ball

    Held: Holder’s Speed is halved. Negates all Ground-type immunities, and makes Flying-types take neutral damage from Ground-type moves. Arena Trap. Spikes, and Toxic Spikes affect the holder.

    2.90%
  • #7
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Held: Restores 1/16 (6.25%) holder’s max HP at the end of each turn.

    2.68%
  • #8
    Bright Powder

    Bright Powder

    Held: Increases the holder’s evasion by 1/9 (11 1/9%).

    1.71%
  • #9
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Held: Holder’s Super Effective moves do 20% extra damage.

    1.14%
  • #10
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Held: Resets all lowered stats to normal at end of turn. Consumed after use.

    0.85%
  • #11

    Other

    1.52%

Top Teammates

  • #1
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.23%
  • #2
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.49%
  • #3
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.09%
  • #4
    BasculegionBasculegion
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.92%
  • #5
    Raichu-Mega-YRaichu-Mega-Y
    ELE
    TeamsBuilder
    4.53%
  • #6
    GarchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.55%
  • #7
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.53%
  • #8
    PelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.37%
  • #9
    KingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    3.19%
  • #10
    ArchaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    3.15%
  • #11

    Other

    55.95%

Teams with Ditto

SnorlaxSlowbro-GalarKangaskhan MegaDittoMiloticGrimmsnarl
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AerodactylKleavorDittoSinistchaTyphlosion-HisuiVictreebel Mega
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SableyeDittoFarigirafGreninja MegaWhimsicottMamoswine
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ExcadrillTyranitar MegaBasculegionWeavileAerodactyl MegaDitto
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SableyeDittoFarigirafGreninja MegaWhimsicottMamoswine
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Charizard Mega YGarchompWhimsicottDittoKingambitRaichu Mega Y
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DittoSinistchaArchaludonSneaslerAzumarillDragonite Mega
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DittoSinistchaArchaludonSneaslerAzumarillDragonite Mega
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StaraptorLopunny MegaKangaskhanDittoZoroark-HisuiPyroar Mega
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Kangaskhan MegaDittoPelipperSwampert MegaSylveonBasculegion
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Meta Discussion

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How to use Ditto in the current VGC format?

**To use Ditto effectively in the current VGC format, leverage its Normal type typing and build around its top-performing movesets.** Ditto appears as a prominent choice in the current Pokémon Champions format, with usage data pulled from competitive teams, tournament results and Showdown-ready pastes tracked by MetaVGC. This page brings together its most common moveset, nature, ability, item, teammates and type weaknesses so you can judge where Ditto fits in a VGC team.

The most common build highlights Imposter, Choice Scarf and Bold 32/0/32/0/2/0. Its frequent moves include Transform. Treat those choices as a data-backed starting point: they show what players are bringing, while EV spreads, Tera Type and the final move slot should still respond to your expected matchups.

Defensively, Ditto has important weaknesses to fighting 2x. That matters during teambuilding because a strong composition needs ways to cover those attacks without giving up offensive pressure. Partners such as Whimsicott, Sinistcha, Incineroar, Basculegion, and Raichu-Mega-Y appear often because they can add positioning, type coverage, speed control or safer switches into common checks.

MetaVGC tracks recent teams using Ditto. Open the Ditto teams page to compare complete structures, copy Showdown pastes and see how players combine Ditto with other Pokémon in the active format.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ditto in VGC

What is the best moveset for Ditto?

The best moveset for Ditto in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Transform.

How to counter Ditto in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Ditto can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (fighting 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Ditto?

The best item for Ditto is typically Choice Scarf, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.

Where does the competitive VGC data for Ditto come from?

Usage statistics and battle data compiled from Pokémon Showdown usage reports and official Play! Pokémon VGC tournament results.

External sources cited: Pokémon Showdown | Play! Pokémon