Pokemon Guide
Tapu Lele is a Psychic / Fairy-type Pokemon. This guide covers Tapu Lele’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions build information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Tapu Lele guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Tapu Lele is a Psychic and Fairy-type Legendary Pokemon from Alola. It is known as the guardian deity of Akala Island.
Competitive Overview
Tapu Lele is a strong special attacker that can use Psychic Surge to empower Psychic-type attacks and block priority moves. Its Psychic and Fairy coverage can make it difficult to switch into safely.
Here are the key facts to know about Tapu Lele, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Tapu Lele
#0786
Psychic / Fairy
Land Spirit Pokemon
3’11” / 1.2 m
120 cm
41.0 lbs / 18.6 kg
18.6 kg
Psychic Surge, Telepathy
Tapu Lele’s base stats help define how it performs in battle across Pokemon games.
These are some of Tapu Lele’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Tapu Lele across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
Use the section below to view Tapu Lele’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Tapu Lele is a Psychic / Fairy-type Pokemon. Its typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities.
Psychic / Fairy
Poison, Ghost, Steel
Fighting, Psychic
Dragon
Tapu Lele’s abilities can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Psychic Surge can affect how Tapu Lele performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Telepathy can affect how Tapu Lele performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Tapu Lele does not evolve.
Evolution
Psychic / Fairy
Does not evolve
Tapu Lele’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation below for game-specific availability notes.
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Blue | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Silver | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon White | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Y | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Not available because Tapu Lele had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution. |
| Pokemon Moon | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Violet | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tapu Lele |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Winds and Waves | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Tapu Lele. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Tapu Lele is a Psychic / Fairy-type Pokemon.
Tapu Lele is weak to Poison, Ghost, Steel-type moves.
Tapu Lele’s abilities are Psychic Surge, Telepathy.
Tapu Lele’s availability depends on the game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Final Output Note:
Removed the Pokemon Champions Featured Competitive Build section because no confirmed individual TGH build was found for Tapu Lele.
Information not API-driven yet: manually written abilities, best moves, availability notes, Legends Z-A notes and related guide links.
Human review before publishing: verify final game-specific locations, Legends Z-A details, type icon image IDs and any future Pokemon Champions build coverage for Tapu Lele.
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