Medicham
Medicham is a Fighting/Psychic type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Medicham has a Mega Evolution, available in Generation 6 games and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0308 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fighting Psychic |
| Species | Meditate Pokémon |
| Height | 1.3 m (4′03″) |
| Weight | 31.5 kg (69.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pure Power Telepathy (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0077 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0087 (Diamond/Pearl) 0087 (Platinum) 0144 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0079 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0087 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0162 (Scarlet/Violet) 0084 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 144 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Human-Like |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 60 | 230 | 324 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Defense | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Sp. Atk | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Def | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Speed | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Total | 410 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0308 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fighting Psychic |
| Species | Meditate Pokémon |
| Height | 1.3 m (4′03″) |
| Weight | 31.5 kg (69.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pure Power |
| Local № | 0077 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0087 (Diamond/Pearl) 0087 (Platinum) 0144 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0079 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0087 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0162 (Scarlet/Violet) 0084 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 179 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Human-Like |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 60 | 230 | 324 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Defense | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Sp. Atk | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Def | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Speed | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Total | 510 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Medicham changes
- In Generations 3-4, Medicham has a base experience yield of 153.
- In Generations 3-7, Medicham has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Ruby | It is said that through meditation, MEDICHAM heightens energy inside its body and sharpens its sixth sense. This POKéMON hides its presence by merging itself with fields and mountains. |
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| Sapphire | Through the power of meditation, MEDICHAM developed its sixth sense. It gained the ability to use psychokinetic powers. This POKéMON is known to meditate for a whole month without eating. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
It elegantly avoids attacks with dance-like steps, then launches a devastating blow in the same motion. |
| Emerald | Through crushingly harsh yoga training, it gained the power to foretell its foe’s actions. It battles with elegant, dance-like movement. |
| Diamond | Through yoga training, it has honed its sixth sense. Its movements are elegant. |
| Pearl | Through daily meditation, it hones its spiritual power. It can sense what others are thinking. |
| Platinum | It gains the ability to see the aura of its opponents by honing its mind through starvation. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Through yoga training, it gained the psychic power to predict its foe’s next move. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It gains the ability to see the aura of its opponents by honing its mind through starvation. |
| X | It elegantly avoids attacks with dance-like steps, then launches a devastating blow in the same motion. |
| Y | Through yoga training, it gained the psychic power to predict its foe’s next move. |
| Omega Ruby | It is said that through meditation, Medicham heightens energy inside its body and sharpens its sixth sense. This Pokémon hides its presence by merging itself with fields and mountains. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Through the power of meditation, Medicham developed its sixth sense. It gained the ability to use psychokinetic powers. This Pokémon is known to meditate for a whole month without eating. |
| Brilliant Diamond | Through yoga training, it has honed its sixth sense. Its movements are elegant. |
| Shining Pearl | Through daily meditation, it hones its spiritual power. It can sense what others are thinking. |
| Scarlet | Through yoga training, it gained the psychic power to predict its foe’s next move. |
| Violet | It elegantly avoids attacks with dance-like steps, then launches a devastating blow in the same motion. |
Moves learned by Medicham
Moves learnt by level up
Medicham learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Confusion | Psychic | 50 | 100 | |
| 1 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 9 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 12 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 14 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 16 | Bullet Punch | Steel | 40 | 100 | |
| 20 | Psybeam | Psychic | 65 | 100 | |
| 23 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 30 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 34 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 41 | Recover | Normal | — | — | |
| 52 | Dynamic Punch | Fighting | 100 | 50 |
Egg moves
Medicham does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Move Tutor moves
Medicham can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Z-A from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Medicham is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 | Psyshock | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
| 10 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 11 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 12 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 16 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 22 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 27 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 31 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 33 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 36 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 44 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 63 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 74 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 77 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 95 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 99 | Metronome | Normal | — | — | |
| 102 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 107 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt by level up
Medicham learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Confusion | Psychic | 50 | 100 | |
| 1 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 1 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 12 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 17 | Force Palm | Fighting | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Psybeam | Psychic | 65 | 100 | |
| 23 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 28 | High Jump Kick | Fighting | 130 | 90 | |
| 31 | Psych Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 33 | Acupressure | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Power Trick | Psychic | — | — | |
| 47 | Recover | Normal | — | — | |
| 53 | Axe Kick | Fighting | 120 | 90 | |
| 53 | Counter | Fighting | — | 100 |
Egg moves
Medicham learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Medicham gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Pass | Normal | — | — | |
| Bullet Punch | Steel | 40 | 100 | |
| Dynamic Punch | Fighting | 100 | 50 | |
| Fake Out | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| Guard Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
| Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| Power Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
| Psycho Cut | Psychic | 70 | 100 | |
| Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Medicham is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Medicham sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Medicham
| Ruby Sapphire |
Victory Road |
|---|---|
| FireRed LeafGreen Emerald |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Route 217, Acuity Lakefront, Mt. Coronet, Victory Road |
| Platinum | Mt. Coronet |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Meditite |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Evolve Meditite |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Victory Road |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Route 217, Acuity Lakefront, Mt. Coronet, Victory Road |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet |
South Province (Area Four), South Province (Area Six), West Province (Area Two), The Great Crater of Paldea |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
Answers to Medicham questions
Other languages
| English | Medicham |
|---|---|
| Japanese | チャーレム (Charem) |
| German | Meditalis |
| French | Charmina |
| Italian | Medicham |
| Spanish | Medicham |
| Korean | 요가램 (yogaraem) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 恰雷姆 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 恰雷姆 |
| English |
Meditate Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | めいそうポケモン |
| German | Meditations-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Méditation |
| Italian | Pokémon Meditazione |
| Spanish | Pokémon Meditador |
| Korean | 명상포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 冥想宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 冥想寶可夢 |
Name origin
- meditate
- to engage in thought or contemplation
- champion
- winner over all others

