What can Ditto not copy?

Ditto copies all of its foe's stats except for HP; thus, 252 HP EVs are used to maximize Ditto's bulk. Since Ditto copies the majority of its foe's stats, its IVs are only relevant in three cases: determining its HP stat, determining its Hidden Power type, and in the rare mirror matchup.
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Can Ditto mimic Legendaries?

Can ditto copy Legendary Pokemon? - Quora. Yes. A Ditto's transforming ability allows it to alter its DNA and body structure to mimic any Pokémon — whether that's an ordinary Rattata, “regular” legendaries like Articuno or Latias/Latios or Heatran, or even the high-end ones like Reshiram/Zekrom/Kyurem and Arceus.
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What does Ditto copy when transforming?

Ditto, when transformed, will always copy the stats of the opponent (except for its HP, which it keeps), regardless of level.
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Can Ditto transform into Zacian?

Ditto Transforms. Before you select your favorite Pokémon with great coverage moves, consider that Ditto can transform into any of its four opposing Pokémon, given that they are able to dynamax. Pokémon who cannot dynamax are the legendary Pokémon Zacian, Zamazenta, and Eternatus.
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Does imposter Ditto copy abilities?

Imposter copies the target's appearance, cry, moves (which all have 5 PP), Ability, stats (except HP), stat changes (but not stat multipliers such as with Choice Specs), weight, and Mega Evolution or form (regardless of held item).
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Is Ditto a failed Mew clone?

Conversation. Ditto: Mew's Clone There's a long-running fan theory that Ditto's actually a failed clone of Mew. But in a 2016 interview, series director Junichi Masuda (who's been at Game Freak since before Gen 1) debunked the theory.
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How is Ditto overpowered?

Pound for pound, however, Ditto is one of the most powerful, versatile and potentially threatening Pokémon in existence. Ditto is very difficult to use effectively, but it can be devastating at the right moment. You wouldn't think it to look at it, but it can be a formidable threat in battles.
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Is Zacian Zamazenta's sister?

However, for those curious, legends state that Zacian and Zamazenta are rivals and siblings, even though both are technically genderless. In the English Pokedex, Zacian is stated to be the elder sister of Zamazenta and fights to protect her younger brother with her sword.
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Can shiny Ditto transform?

The first rule is that if one of Pokémon which can be a Ditto - such as Drowzee - appears in its shiny form when you attempt to catch it, this Pokémon will not transform into a Ditto.
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Who is stronger Zacian or Zamazenta?

Zamazenta has 3 weaknesses to worry about with Fire, Fighting, and Ground-type moves, while Zacian would only have to worry about two weaknesses Fire and Ground. Meaning Zacian's type neutralizes Fairy's weaknesses. This puts Zacian forward as a better Pokémon, battle wise.
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Are dittos worth keeping?

Yes, Ditto is absolutely invaluable when it comes to breeding. It's able to breed with every Pokémon capable of doing so (the only exception being those in the Undiscovered egg group and other Dittos), and can also pass on its Nature and some IVs when holding the right item.
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What is the Ditto glitch?

As it is easily possible for one's Special stat to exceed 190, the highest index number of a valid Pokémon, the Ditto glitch allows easy access to several glitch Pokémon for Special stats of 191 or higher. For example, in Red/Blue, a Special stat of 198 will lead to battling a ゥL ゥM 4.
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What happens if a Ditto fights a Ditto?

If a Ditto encounters another Ditto, the resulting fight is a little different. I haven't seen this happen myself, but this video posted by WhatUpMC (around the 3:34 mark) shows that the two Dittos will just wiggle around until the secondary move, Struggle, is used. Eventually, one of the Dittos will win the fight.
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Can Ditto copy Megas?

Yes. Ditto can Transform into Mega Evolution's and maintain the form, regardless of whether it holds the required item (Mega Stone) or not. Ditto will copy a Mega Evolution's Appearance, Ability, Weight, Type, Stat Changes, Moves and Stats Excluding HP. It has the same effect on Mega Evolution's as any other Pokémon.
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What can Shiny Ditto be disguised as?

Shiny versions can never be Ditto in disguise.
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In 2023, Ditto can disguise itself as the following monsters in Pokémon Go:
  • Ekans.
  • Gastly.
  • Spinarak.
  • Natu.
  • Surskit.
  • Numel.
  • Bidoof.
  • Finneon.
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Is a Ditto more rare than a shiny?

Ditto is quite the rare encounter, and even with a permaboosted shiny rate, on average we expect you would need to catch 3,200 disguises before one transformed into a shiny Ditto! One advantage we've shown is that Ditto appears to have the same chance across its disguises.
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Is Ditto pink or purple?

Biology. In its natural state, Ditto is a light-purple or pink blob-like Pokémon with vestigial facial features.
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Is Lunala a girl?

Pokédex entries

It is said to be a female evolution of Cosmog. When its third eye activates, away it flies to another world. Said to live in another world, this Pokémon devours light, drawing the moonless dark veil of night over the brightness of day.
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Who caught Zacian?

Ash Catches Legendary Zacian In Galar Region!!? Ash Got Masterball/PROOF + HINTS! - Sword & Sheild - YouTube.
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Is Zeraora a sword?

Zeraora comes to Max Raid Battles in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield!
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Is Ditto considered legendary?

Ditto is a classic, Gen 1 Pokemon that is often confused with a Legendary because of its unique transformation ability. It typically has one move - Transform - which allows it to transform into the Pokemon that it's battling, gaining its stats, move pool, and ability in the process.
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Does Ditto gender matter?

If you capture a Ditto, its genetically volatile nature and lack of gender allows it to breed with any other species. Even if you breed Ditto with a male Pokémon, the egg that it produces will hatch into the father's form. This is particularly useful when it comes to the starter Pokémon.
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Can you get a perfect IV Ditto?

Pokemon caught in Tera Raid battles can have guaranteed perfect IVs, with the number of perfect IVs varying based on the difficulty of the raid. The best opportunity to get a six-IV Ditto comes from six-star Tera Raid battles, which can be unlocked in the Pokemon Scarlet & Violet post-game.
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