Fairy (type) - Bulbapedia, the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia (2024)

The Fairy type (Japanese: フェアリータイプ Fairy type) is one of the eighteen types. It was introduced in Generation VI. As well as introducing new Pokémon and moves with the Fairy type, 22 Pokémon and 3 moves were changed to have the Fairy type. Fairy-type moves are super-effective against Dark-, Dragon-, and Fighting-type Pokémon, while Fairy-type Pokémon are weak to Poison- and Steel-type moves.

Note: Type effectiveness multipliers may vary in other games outside the core series.

As of Generation IX, there are 69 Fairy-type Pokémon or 6.73% of all Pokémon (counting those that are Fairy-type in at least one of their forms, including Mega Evolutions and regional forms), making it the second rarest type after Ice and before Ghost.

The Pokémon below are listed by their current types. Some Pokémon have had their types changed, usually when a new type was introduced.

These Fairy-type Pokémon have had their types changed.

As of Generation IX, there are 34 Fairy-type moves, which makes up 3.64% of all moves (excluding those that are Fairy-type only under certain circ*mstances), causing it to tie with Bug and Ghost as the 4th rarest type among moves, after Ice and before Poison.

GenMoveCategoryContestPowerAccuracyPPTargetDescriptionIXAlluring VoiceSpecial80100%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks the target using its angelic voice. This also confuses the target if its stats have been boosted during the turn.VIAromatic MistStatusBeautiful%20 (max 32)
Adjacent ally
The user raises the Sp. Def stat of an ally Pokémon by using a mysterious aroma.VIBaby-Doll EyesStatusCute100%30 (max 48)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user stares at the target with its baby-doll eyes, which lowers the target's Attack stat. This move always goes first.IICharmStatusCute100%20 (max 32)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user gazes at the target rather charmingly, making it less wary. This harshly lowers the target's Attack stat.VICrafty ShieldStatusClever%10 (max 16)
All allies
The user protects itself and its allies from status moves with a mysterious power. This does not stop moves that do damage.VIDazzling GleamSpecialBeautiful80100%10 (max 16)
All adjacent foes
The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.VIIIDecorateStatus%15 (max 24)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user sharply boosts the target's Attack and Sp. Atk stats by decorating the target.VIDisarming VoiceSpecialCute40%15 (max 24)
All adjacent foes
Letting out a charming cry, the user does emotional damage to opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.VIDraining KissSpecialCute50100%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user steals the target's HP with a kiss. The user's HP is restored by over half the damage taken by the target.VIFairy LockStatusClever%10 (max 16)
All Pokémon
By locking down the battlefield, the user keeps all Pokémon from fleeing during the next turn.VIFairy WindSpecialBeautiful40100%30 (max 48)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks by stirring up a fairy wind to strike the target.VIIFleur CannonSpecial13090%5 (max 8)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user unleashes a strong beam. The recoil from this move harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.VIIFloral HealingStatus%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user restores the target's HP by up to half its max HP. More HP is restored when the ground is Grassy Terrain.VIFlower ShieldStatusBeautiful%10 (max 16)
All Pokémon
The user raises the Defense stats of all Grass-type Pokémon in battle with a mysterious power.VIGeomancyStatusBeautiful%10 (max 16)
Self
The user absorbs energy on the first turn, then sharply boosts its Sp. Atk, Sp. Def, and Speed stats on the next turn.VIIIG-Max FinalePhysical%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
A Fairy-type attack that Gigantamax Alcremie use. This move heals the HP of allies.VIIIG-Max FinaleSpecial%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
A Fairy-type attack that Gigantamax Alcremie use. This move heals the HP of allies.VIIIG-Max SmitePhysical%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
A Fairy-type attack that Gigantamax Hatterene use. This move confuses opponents.VIIIG-Max SmiteSpecial%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
A Fairy-type attack that Gigantamax Hatterene use. This move confuses opponents.VIIGuardian of AlolaSpecial%1 (max 1)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user, the Land Spirit Pokémon, obtains Alola's energy using its Z-Power and attacks the target with full force. This reduces the target's HP greatly.VIILet's Snuggle ForeverPhysical190%1 (max 1)
Any adjacent Pokémon
After obtaining Z-Power, the user, Mimikyu, punches the target with full force.VILight of RuinSpecialBeautiful14090%5 (max 8)
Any adjacent Pokémon
Drawing power from the Eternal Flower, the user fires a powerful beam of light. This also damages the user terribly.IXMagical TorquePhysical100100%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
This move is only used by a Starmobile. It may confuse the opponent.*VIIIMax StarfallPhysical%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
This is a Fairy-type attack Dynamax Pokémon use. The user turns the ground into Misty Terrain for five turns.VIIIMax StarfallSpecial%3 (max 4)
All adjacent foes
This is a Fairy-type attack Dynamax Pokémon use. The user turns the ground into Misty Terrain for five turns.VIIIMisty ExplosionSpecial100100%5 (max 8)
All adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks everything around it and faints upon using this move. This move's power is boosted on Misty Terrain.VIMisty TerrainStatusBeautiful%10 (max 16)
All Pokémon
This protects Pokémon on the ground from status conditions and halves damage from Dragon-type moves for five turns.VIMoonblastSpecialBeautiful95100%15 (max 24)
Any adjacent Pokémon
Borrowing the power of the moon, the user attacks the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Atk stat.IIMoonlightStatusBeautiful%5 (max 8)
Self
The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.VIINature's MadnessSpecial90%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user hits the target with the full wrath of nature. This cuts the target's HP in half.VIPlay RoughPhysicalCute9090%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks by playing rough with the target. This may also lower the target's Attack stat.VIISparkly SwirlSpecial12085%5 (max 8)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks the target by wrapping it with a whirlwind of an overpowering scent. This also heals all status conditions of the user’s party.VIIISpirit BreakPhysical75100%15 (max 24)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks the target with so much force that it could break the target's spirit. This also lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.VIIISpringtide StormSpecial10080%5 (max 8)
All adjacent foes
The user attacks by wrapping opposing Pokémon in fierce winds brimming with love and hate. This may also lower their Attack stats.VIIIStrange SteamSpecial9095%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user attacks the target by emitting steam. This may also confuse the target.IISweet KissStatusCute75%10 (max 16)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user kisses the target with a sweet, angelic cuteness that causes confusion.VIITwinkle TacklePhysical%1 (max 1)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user creates a very charming space using its Z-Power and totally toys with the target. The power varies, depending on the original move.VIITwinkle TackleSpecial%1 (max 1)
Any adjacent Pokémon
The user creates a very charming space using its Z-Power and totally toys with the target. The power varies, depending on the original move.All details are accurate to Generation VII games. For details that have changed between generations, please see an individual move's page. Target data assumes user is in the lower left.

The following moves have had their types changed into Fairy.

A Pokémon with Protean or Libero will become a Fairy-type Pokémon if it uses a Fairy-type move. A Pokémon with Color Change, Imposter, Mimicry, RKS System, or Multitype will become a Fairy-type Pokémon if (respectively) it is hit with a Fairy-type move, is sent out against a Fairy-type opponent, if the terrain is misty, if it is holding a Fairy Memory, or if it is holding a Pixie Plate or Fairium Z.

Only Fairy-type Pokémon have these Abilities. This does not include signature Abilities.

Fairy has its own energy type, which was introduced in the Kalos Starter Set set. Fairy-type Pokémon in the TCG are generally weak to Metal with a resistance to Darkness. Fairy-type Pokémon are strong against Dragon-type cards printed during the XY, XY BREAK and Sun & Moon series, while no Pokémon resists this type.

Starting with , the Fairy type was discontinued in the TCG, and new cards of Pokémon that are Fairy-type are Psychic-types.

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FAQs

Why was Fairy Type discontinued? ›

While there was no explanation for why Fairy-types were given the axe, it was presumably done as part of the larger rebalancing of the game going into the Sword and Shield era. In addition to this type rearrangement, significant changes were made to weakness and resistance.

What is the fairy type in Japanese? ›

The Fairy type (Japanese: フェアリータイプ Fairy type) is one of the eighteen types.

What is a fairy type weakness? ›

Fairy-type Pokémon are weak to: Poison and Steel-type attacks. Best Fairy-type Mega attacker: Mega Gardevoir. Best Fairy-type attackers: Hero Zacian, Xerneas, Tapu Koko.

What was the first fairy type Pokémon? ›

Technically, Clefairy. While it was Normal type until generation 6 when the Fairy type was introduced, Clefairy's history with the franchise is *long*, being one of the first Pokemon designed after Ryhorn and Poliwhirl.

Does Ash own a Fairy type? ›

Effectively adopted by Ash's mother Delia back in Kanto, Mr. Mime is technically the only Psychic type and only Fairy type that Ash has ever owned. His ownership of Mimey could well be disputed if not for the fact that Delia left Mimey with Ash at the start of Pokémon Journeys.

How rare is Fairy type? ›

8 They Are Very Rare

There are a total of 60 Fairy types as of Generation VIII, including alternate forms. This accounts for 6.61% of all Pokémon, making Fairy the second rarest type, tied with Ghost. Of those 60, 20 are purely Fairy types.

Is there a mega fairy type? ›

The game features 4 fairy type mega evolutions: Mega Gardevoir, Mega Altaria, Mega Mawile, Mega Audino.

What is the opposite of fairy type? ›

Fairy-type Pokémon are weak to two primary types: Steel-type: Steel-type Pokémon are resistant to Fairy-type moves and take reduced damage from them. Steel-type moves, in turn, deal super-effective damage to Fairy-type Pokémon. Poison-type: Poison-type Pokémon are also strong against Fairy-types.

Is there a Fairy Dragon type Pokémon? ›

Fayely is a small purple fairy-dragon. It has a white color along its belly and the lower part of its long curved tail.

What type kills Fairy? ›

Fairy-type Pokemon have three main weaknesses: Poison-type attacks, Steel-types, and Fire types.

Why does Fairy beat dragons? ›

Game Freak themselves said that the fairy type was created to counter dragons specifically. In fact, with the exception of it's unneeded resistance to Bug type, all of Fairy's type interactions were meant for balancing reasons, either to nerf stong types or buff weak types.

What Pokémon are Ghost Fairy? ›

They're a rare species that possesses an ability, possibly psychic in nature, that taps into the fear centre of the brain causing anything that looks directly at it to instantly feel dread so intense, it can cause hallucinations and panic.

Does steel resist Fairy? ›

The Steel type is one of the eighteen types. Steel-type moves are super-effective against Fairy-, Ice- and Rock-type Pokémon, while Steel-type Pokémon are weak to Fighting-, Fire- and Ground-type moves.

Are fairy type Pokémon cards coming back? ›

Nope, Fairy types got the boot in 2020 when the Sword & Shield series came out. They decided to fold Fairy Pokemon into the Psychic type, so no more shiny pink cards. If you're really into your Fairy types, you'll have to look back at older sets!

Did Pokémon get rid of Fairy? ›

Fairy types were introduced in the TCG to counter Dragon types, but as the game evolved, the Pokemon TCG folks felt that the strategic depth added by Fairy types could be managed with adjustments to Psychic types instead. So, they phased out Fairy and beefed up Psychic to keep the game streamlined and competitive.

Did fairy type exist in Gen 3? ›

Fairy types don't exist prior to gen 6. And it was Gen 6 that supposedly introduce the multiverse concept with the delta episode and gen 7 elaborates further. The games of gen 1 to 5 happens in universes, where fairy types don't exist.

What Pokémon changed into fairy type? ›

Changed types
#NameNew types
0035ClefairyFairy
0036ClefableFairy
0039JigglypuffFairy
0040WigglytuffFairy
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