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Misdreavus

Misdreavus

#219 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Screech Pokémon

Misdreavus

#219 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Screech Pokémon

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

60

230

324

Attack

60

112

240

Defense

60

112

240

Sp. Atk

85

157

295

Sp. Def

85

157

295

Speed

85

157

295

Total

435

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.

Yanmega

Honchkrow

Misdreavus normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Misdreavus sprite

Shiny

Misdreavus

Screech Pokémon

#219
Ghost

Height

0.7 m (2'04")

Weight

1 kg (2.2 lbs)

Abilities

Levitate

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Misdreavus takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Ghost

Dark

Resists

Normal

Fighting

Poison

0.5×

Bug

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Johto #219
EV yield
1 SpD
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
87

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Amorphous
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
25 (6,400 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

It likes playing mischievous tricks, such as screaming and wailing to startle people at night.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

It loves to bite and yank people’s hair from behind without warning, just to see their shocked reactions.

Evolution

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

Misdreavus

#219

Dusk StoneUse Dusk Stone
Mismagius

Mismagius

#429

Encounters

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

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (2F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (2F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (1F top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (1F top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (4F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (4F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Route 47

Road 47 (inside cave)

Walking in tall grass or a cave205%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (3F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4520%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (3F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4510%

Radio off, At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4810%

Radio off, At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1510%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1610%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

In the morning

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

During the day

SoulSilver
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (2F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (2F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (1F top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (1F top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (4F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (4F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Route 47

Road 47 (inside cave)

Walking in tall grass or a cave205%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (3F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4520%

At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (3F)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4510%

Radio off, At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave4810%

Radio off, At night

Mt. Silver

Mount Silver (top)

Walking in tall grass or a cave455%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1510%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1610%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

At night

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

In the morning

Johto Safari Zone

Safari Zone Forest

Walking in tall grass or a cave1710%

During the day

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartGrowlNormalStatus-10040

The user growls in an endearing way, making the foe less wary. The target’s Attack stat is lowered.

StartPsywavePsychicSpecial-8015

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

5SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

10AstonishGhostPhysical3010015

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

14Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

19Mean LookNormalStatus--5

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

23PsybeamPsychicSpecial6510020

The foe is attacked with a peculiar ray. It may also leave the target confused.

28Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

The user adds its HP to the foe’s HP, then equally shares the combined HP with the foe.

32PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

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

37Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

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

41Perish SongNormalStatus--5

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

46GrudgeGhostStatus--5

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

50Power GemRockSpecial7010020

The user attacks with a ray of light that sparkles as if it were made of gemstones.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
Class
Description
TM04Calm MindPsychicStatus--20

The user quietly focuses its mind and calms its spirit to raise its Sp. Atk and Sp. Def stats.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

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

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

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.

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.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

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

TM34Shock WaveElectricSpecial60-20

The user strikes the foe with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.

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--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 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 stat- changing move the foe attempts to use.

TM57Charge BeamElectricSpecial509010

The user fires a concentrated bundle of electricity. It may also raise the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

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.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

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

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a light that cuts the foe’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

TM73Thunder WaveElectricStatus-10020

A weak electric charge is launched at the foe. It causes paralysis if it hits.

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.

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.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Heal BellNormalStatus--5

The user makes a soothing bell chime to heal the status problems of all the party Pokémon.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also lowers the target’s Speed stat.

Magic CoatPsychicStatus--15

A barrier reflects back to the foe moves like Leech Seed and moves that damage status.

Ominous WindGhostSpecial601005

The user creates a gust of repulsive wind. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

The user adds its HP to the foe’s HP, then equally shares the combined HP with the foe.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

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

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.

TrickPsychicStatus-10010

The user catches the foe off guard and swaps the foe’s held item with its own.

UproarNormalSpecial5010010

The user attacks in an uproar for two to five turns. Over that time, no one can fall asleep.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
Curse???Status--10

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

Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

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

ImprisonPsychicStatus--10

If the foe knows any move also known by the user, the foe is prevented from using it.

MementoDarkStatus-10010

The user faints upon using this move. In return, it sharply lowers the target’s Attack and Sp. Atk.

Nasty PlotDarkStatus--20

The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. It sharply raises the user’s Sp. Atk.

Ominous WindGhostSpecial601005

The user creates a gust of repulsive wind. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Psych UpNormalStatus--10

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

ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe’s Defense stat.

Shadow SneakGhostPhysical4010030

The user extends its shadow and attacks the foe from behind. This move always goes first.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

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

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.

#102

Yanmega

#430

Honchkrow

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