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Gengar

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Gengar

#71 in the Diamond and Pearl Pokédex • Shadow Pokémon

Gengar sprite

Normal

Shiny Gengar sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Diamond

It hides in shadows. It is said that if GENGAR is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees F.

Pearl

Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey’s life force.

Details

Types

GhostPoison

Category

Shadow Pokémon

Abilities

Height

1.5 m (4'11")

Weight

40.5 kg (89.3 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0094

Pokédex

#71

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

60

230

324

Attack

65

121

251

Defense

60

112

240

Sp. Atk

130

238

394

Sp. Def

75

139

273

Speed

110

202

350

Total

500

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Gengar, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Original Sinnoh #71
EV yield
3 SpA
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
190

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,355 nominal steps)

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Gastly

Gastly

#69

Level 25

Haunter

Haunter

#70

Haunter

Haunter

#70

Trade

Gengar

Gengar

#71

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Diamond
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Ruby detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Sapphire detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Emerald detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, FireRed detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, LeafGreen detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Pearl
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Ruby detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Sapphire detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, Emerald detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, FireRed detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Old Chateau

Old Chateau (2F right room)

Walking in tall grass or a cave164%

After acquiring the National Pokédex, LeafGreen detected in the GBA slot at startup (Nintendo DS or DS Lite)

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartHypnosisPsychicStatus-7020

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

StartLickGhostPhysical2010030

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

StartSpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

5SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

8Mean LookNormalStatus--5

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

12Curse???Status--10

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

15Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

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

19Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

22Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

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

25Shadow PunchGhostPhysical60-20

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

28PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

33Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

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

39Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

An attack that works only on a sleeping foe. 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 foe that landed the knockout hit also faints.

55NightmareGhostStatus-10015

A sleeping foe is shown a nightmare that inflicts some damage every turn.

Obtain these moves as an earlier evolution, then evolve while keeping them. Source identifies level-up or egg acquisition; prior level applies only to level-up moves. Individual availability does not guarantee every move combination.
Source
Class
Description
-Prior evolution: eggAstonishGhostPhysical3010015

The user attacks the foe while shouting in a startling fashion. It may also make the target flinch.

-Prior evolution: eggFire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with a fiery fist. It may leave the target with a burn.

-Prior evolution: eggGrudgeGhostStatus--5

If the user faints, the user’s grudge fully depletes the PP of the foe’s move that knocked it out.

-Prior evolution: eggHazeIceStatus--30

The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.

-Prior evolution: eggIce PunchIcePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an icy fist. It may leave the target frozen.

-Prior evolution: eggPerish SongNormalStatus--5

Any Pokémon that hears this song faints in three turns unless it switches out of battle.

-Prior evolution: eggPsywavePsychicSpecial-8015

The foe is attacked with an odd, hot energy wave. The attack varies in intensity.

-Prior evolution: eggThunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
Class
Description
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

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

TM10Hidden Power

Type varies

Special30–7010015

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 foe is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for two to four turns.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe 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.

TM19Giga DrainGrassSpecial6010010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

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 foe. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

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

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

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

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with tough fists, etc. 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

The user attacks by hurling filthy sludge at the foe. It may also poison the target.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the foe, 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, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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 foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

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

TM48Skill SwapPsychicStatus--10

The user employs its psychic power to exchange abilities with the foe.

TM49SnatchDarkStatus--10

The user steals the effects of any healing or status-changing move the foe attempts to use.

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 foe. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack, leaving 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM60Drain PunchFightingPhysical601005

An energy-draining punch. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

TM61Will-O-WispFireStatus-7515

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

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

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

TM64ExplosionNormalPhysical2501005

The user explodes to inflict damage on all Pokémon in battle. The user faints upon using this move.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe 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 foe.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

TM79Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

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

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

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

TM85Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

An attack that works only on a sleeping foe. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’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.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

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

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user slugs the foe with a shattering punch. It can also smash cracked boulders.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Levitate

Ability Slot 1

Gives full immunity to all Ground-type moves.

Evades Ground moves.

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