Pokemon GO: Does male Ralts/Kirlia give both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade Energy?

With the introduction of Mega Gallade in Pokemon GO, players are discovering new mechanics for obtaining Mega Energy. While Mega Evolution has been a long-standing feature, the way of distributing Mega Energy across evolutions and genders of Pokemon like Ralts and Kirlia has raised questions.

One recent finding suggests that yes, male Ralts and Kirlia do provide Mega Energy for both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade, making them versatile companions for walking.

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Can male Ralts/Kirlia give both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade Energy in Pokemon GO?

Mega Gallade as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Data collected from players indicates that walking with a male Ralts or Kirlia rewards Mega Energy for both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade. This revelation follows the recent Mega Gallade Raid Day on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Notably, the mechanics appear consistent across different forms of the Pokemon:

• Walking with a male Gardevoir or Gallade also provides Mega Energy for both evolutions.
• The ability to collect dual Mega Energy only seems to activate when the player Mega Evolves a Gallade for the first time.

This dual-energy mechanic aligns with Pokemon GO’s general rule that Mega Energy is tied to the species, not individual forms or gender. Even Shadow versions of these Pokemon follow the same rules, awarding Mega Energy regardless of their purified status.

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Walking mechanics for female Ralts and Kirlia

Mega Gardevoir as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

For female Ralts and Kirlia, the mechanics are much more straightforward. Walking with these Pokemon provides Mega Energy exclusively for Mega Gardevoir. This division highlights a key distinction in how Mega Energy is rewarded based on the evolution paths of Ralts and Kirlia:

• Female Ralts/Kirlia/Gardevoir: Provides only Mega Gardevoir Energy.
• Male Ralts/Kirlia/Gardevoir/Gallade: Provides both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade Energy.

While the current findings are promising, players are still gathering additional details to confirm whether walking mechanics are consistent across all scenarios. For instance, it remains to be seen if:

• Walking with a female Gardevoir affects Mega Gallade Energy distribution.
• The mechanics are influenced by whether the Pokemon has been Mega Evolved previously.

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The ability to collect Mega Energy for both Mega Gardevoir and Mega Gallade from male Ralts and Kirlia offers significant utility for players.

This new mechanic simplifies resource collection and encourages strategic use of specific Pokemon while walking.

As more data emerges, players will better understand the full implications of these changes and optimize their gameplay accordingly.

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