Gardevoir first appeared in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire as the final evolution of Ralts, quickly becoming a fan favorite due to its elegant design and intense loyalty to its trainer, which is said to include creating small black holes to protect them. In internet culture, Gardevoir occupies a complex and prolific space, ranging from appreciation of its competitive battle prowess to its massive presence in fan art and 'waifu' subcultures. The meme usage of Gardevoir often plays on this duality, highlighting either its protective nature or the internet's obsession with its design, making it one of the most consistently searched and memed characters in the Pokémon franchise.