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Gengar

#94 in the Black and White Pokédex • Shadow Pokémon

Pokémon Black

The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.

Pokémon White

The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

Amorphous

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

3 SpA

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

225
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Gastly

Gastly

#92

Level 25

Haunter

Haunter

#93

Haunter

Haunter

#93

Trade

Gengar

Gengar

#94

Exeggcute

Exeggutor

Gengar normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Gengar sprite

Shiny

Gengar

Shadow Pokémon

#94
GhostPoison

Height

1.5 m

Weight

40.5 kg

Base XP

225

Abilities

Cursed Body

HP

60

Attack

65

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

130

Sp. Def

75

Speed

110

Total

500

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

GroundPsychicGhostDark

Resistances

Takes 0× from

NormalFighting

Takes 0.25× from

PoisonBug

Takes 0.5× from

Grass
Class
Description
StartHypnosisPsychicStatus-6020

The user employs hypnotic suggestion to make the target fall into a deep sleep.

StartLickGhostPhysical2010030

The target is licked with a long tongue, causing damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

StartSpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

5SpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

8Mean LookNormalStatus--5

The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.

12CurseGhostStatus--10

A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.

15Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage matching the user’s level.

19Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

22Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the target is not readying an attack, however.

25Shadow PunchGhostPhysical60-20

The user throws a punch from the shadows. The punch lands without fail.

28PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

33Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

39Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

44Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

50Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

55HexGhostSpecial5010010

This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status problems.

61NightmareGhostStatus-10015

A sleeping target sees a nightmare that inflicts some damage every turn.

Class
Description
HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

TM19TelekinesisPsychicStatus--15

The user makes the target float with its psychic power. The target is easier to hit for three turns.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM24ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM61Will-O-WispFireStatus-7515

The user shoots a sinister, bluish-white flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

It prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM64ExplosionNormalPhysical2501005

The user explodes to inflict damage on those around it. The user faints upon using this move.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM77Psych UpNormalStatus--10

The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

TM85Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM92Trick RoomPsychicStatus--5

The user creates a bizarre area in which slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Cursed Body

Ability Slot 1

May disable a move used on the Pokémon.

Has a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.

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B/W / Pokédex

Gengar

Gengar

#94 in the Black and White Pokédex • Shadow Pokémon

Pokémon Black

The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.

Pokémon White

The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

Amorphous

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

3 SpA

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

225
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Gastly

Gastly

#92

Level 25

Haunter

Haunter

#93

Haunter

Haunter

#93

Trade

Gengar

Gengar

#94

Exeggcute

Exeggutor

Gengar normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Gengar sprite

Shiny

Gengar

Shadow Pokémon

#94
GhostPoison

Height

1.5 m

Weight

40.5 kg

Base XP

225

Abilities

Cursed Body

HP

60

Attack

65

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

130

Sp. Def

75

Speed

110

Total

500

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

GroundPsychicGhostDark

Resistances

Takes 0× from

NormalFighting

Takes 0.25× from

PoisonBug

Takes 0.5× from

Grass
Class
Description
StartHypnosisPsychicStatus-6020

The user employs hypnotic suggestion to make the target fall into a deep sleep.

StartLickGhostPhysical2010030

The target is licked with a long tongue, causing damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

StartSpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

5SpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

8Mean LookNormalStatus--5

The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.

12CurseGhostStatus--10

A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.

15Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage matching the user’s level.

19Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

22Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the target is not readying an attack, however.

25Shadow PunchGhostPhysical60-20

The user throws a punch from the shadows. The punch lands without fail.

28PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

33Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

39Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

44Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

50Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

55HexGhostSpecial5010010

This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status problems.

61NightmareGhostStatus-10015

A sleeping target sees a nightmare that inflicts some damage every turn.

Class
Description
HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

TM19TelekinesisPsychicStatus--15

The user makes the target float with its psychic power. The target is easier to hit for three turns.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM24ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM61Will-O-WispFireStatus-7515

The user shoots a sinister, bluish-white flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

It prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM64ExplosionNormalPhysical2501005

The user explodes to inflict damage on those around it. The user faints upon using this move.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM77Psych UpNormalStatus--10

The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

TM85Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM92Trick RoomPsychicStatus--5

The user creates a bizarre area in which slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Cursed Body

Ability Slot 1

May disable a move used on the Pokémon.

Has a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.

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