Kirlia (Japanese: キルリア Kirlia) is a dual-type Psychic/Fairy Pokémon introduced in Generation III of the Pokémon series. Prior to Generation VI, it was classified solely as a Psychic-type Pokémon. Kirlia evolves from Ralts starting at level 20 and can further evolve into Gardevoir if it is either male or female at level 30, or into Gallade if it is male when exposed to a Dawn Stone.
A Kirlia Pokemon is depicted with a joyful expression, surrounded by a serene forest environment. The design is simpl...
Kirlia's backstory is intertwined with its earlier form, Ralts, which is known for its empathetic abilities to sense the emotions of humans and other Pokémon. As it evolves into Kirlia, these psychic abilities become more pronounced, allowing it to create and manipulate mirages and even foresee the future. This evolutionary stage is crucial as it represents a significant enhancement in its psychic powers, setting the stage for its final evolution into either Gardevoir or Gallade, both of which exhibit powerful and unique abilities in the Pokémon universe.
In the Pokémon world, Kirlia plays a notable role in various media, including the main series games, anime, and manga. It is often depicted as a graceful and elegant Pokémon that embodies empathy and emotional sensitivity. Trainers value Kirlia for its abilities in battle and its potential to evolve into either Gardevoir, known for its protective nature and strong psychic attacks, or Gallade, recognized for its combat skills and fighting prowess. Kirlia's presence is significant in many storylines, often acting as a pivotal character that aids its Trainer with its enhanced psychic abilities and emotional intelligence.
Kirlia is characterized by its distinctive appearance, resembling a young ballerina with a white, tutu-like frill around its waist and slender green legs that give it a poised and elegant stance. It has green hair styled into pigtails, large red eyes, and flat, crimson horns on either side of its head. These horns amplify Kirlia's psychokinetic power, enabling it to create spatial distortions and foresee future events. Kirlia's abilities include powerful psychic attacks and the capability to sense and influence emotions, making it a versatile and formidable Pokémon in both battles and various other contexts within the Pokémon world.