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Gengar

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Gengar

Paldea #70 in the Scarlet and Violet Pokédex • Shadow Pokémon

Gengar sprite

Normal

Shiny Gengar sprite

Shiny

Details

Types

GhostPoison

Category

Shadow Pokémon

Abilities

Height

1.5 m (4'11")

Weight

40.5 kg (89.3 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0094

Pokédex

Paldea #70

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
Paldea #70Kitakami #120
EV yield
3 SpA
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
250

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartHypnosisPsychicStatus-6020

The user employs hypnotic suggestion to make the target fall asleep.

StartConfuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

StartLickGhostPhysical3010030

The user licks the target with a long tongue to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

StartPerish SongNormalStatus--5

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

StartMean LookNormalStatus--5

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

StartShadow PunchGhostPhysical60-20

The user throws a punch from the shadows. This attack never misses.

StartReflect TypeNormalStatus--15

The user reflects the target's type to become the same type as the target.

12PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

The user stores power, then attacks. This move's power is doubled if the user moves after the target.

16SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

20CurseGhostStatus--10

A move that has different effects depending on whether the user is a Ghost type or not.

24HexGhostSpecial6510010

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

30Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.

36Sucker PunchDarkPhysical701005

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

42Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.

48Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

54Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

If the user is knocked out after using this move, the Pokémon that knocked it out will also faint. This move's chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

60Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Class
Description
TM006Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

TM007ProtectNormalStatus--10

This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM013Acid SprayPoisonSpecial4010020

The user attacks by spitting fluid that works to melt the target. This also harshly lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.

TM017Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

TM018ThiefDarkPhysical6010025

The user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. The user can't steal anything if it already holds an item.

TM025FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM029HexGhostSpecial6510010

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

TM034Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.

TM042Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.

TM043FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move's power and effects depend on the item.

TM045VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. This move's power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM047EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. This move's chance of failing rises if used in succession.

TM049Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type attacks. The sunlight also lowers the power of Water-type attacks.

TM050Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.

TM058Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM061Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user attacks by slashing the target with a sharp claw made from shadows. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

TM062Foul PlayDarkPhysical9510015

The user turns the target's strength against it. The higher the target's Attack stat, the greater the damage this move inflicts.

TM066Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

The user attacks by dropping onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM067Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The target is attacked with a fiery punch. This may also leave the target with a burn.

TM068Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is attacked with an electrified punch. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM069Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.

TM070Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

The user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. This move can only be used while the user is asleep.

TM073Drain PunchFightingPhysical7510010

The user attacks with an energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

TM079Dazzling GleamFairySpecial8010010

The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

TM080MetronomeNormalStatus--10

The user waggles a finger and stimulates its brain into randomly using nearly any move.

TM082Thunder WaveElectricStatus-9020

The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target.

TM083Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle, an arm, or the like steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

TM085RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and cures any status conditions.

TM087TauntDarkStatus-10020

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

TM091Toxic SpikesPoisonStatus--20

The user lays a trap of poison spikes at the feet of the opposing team. The spikes will poison opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

TM092ImprisonPsychicStatus--10

If opposing Pokémon know any move also known by the user, they are prevented from using it.

TM094Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.

TM098Skill SwapPsychicStatus--10

The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.

TM102Gunk ShotPoisonPhysical120805

The user shoots filthy garbage at the target to attack. This may also poison the target.

TM103SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its own HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.

TM107Will-O-WispFireStatus-8515

The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

TM109TrickPsychicStatus-10010

The user catches the target off guard and swaps the target's held item with its own.

TM111Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

TM114Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM119Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

TM120PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit with a strong telekinetic force to inflict damage. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM122EncoreNormalStatus-1005

The user compels the target to keep using the move it encored for three turns.

TM126ThunderboltElectricSpecial9010015

The user attacks the target with a strong electric blast. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM140Nasty PlotDarkStatus--20

The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. This sharply boosts the user's Sp. Atk stat.

TM148Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

The user hurls unsanitary sludge at the target to inflict damage. This may also poison the target.

TM151Phantom ForceGhostPhysical9010010

The user vanishes somewhere, then strikes the target on the next turn. This move hits even if the target protects itself.

TM152Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.

TM158Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

TM161Trick RoomPsychicStatus--5

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

TM163Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.

TM166ThunderElectricSpecial1107010

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

TM171Tera BlastNormalSpecial8010010

If the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.

TM174HazeIceStatus--30

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

TM175ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM177SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

TM181Knock OffDarkPhysical6510020

The user slaps down the target's held item, making it unusable for that battle. This move does more damage if the target has a held item.

TM192Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before using the move.

TM198PoltergeistGhostPhysical110905

The user attacks by controlling the target's item. This move fails if the target isn't holding an item.

TM202Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

The user adds its HP to the target's HP, then equally splits the combined HP between the target and itself.

TM203Psych UpNormalStatus--10

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

TM214Sludge WavePoisonSpecial9510010

The user strikes everything around it by swamping the area with a giant sludge wave. This may also poison those it hits.

TM219Skitter SmackBugPhysical709010

The user skitters behind the target to attack. This also lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.

TM224CurseGhostStatus--10

A move that has different effects depending on whether the user is a Ghost type or not.

TM228Psychic NoisePsychicSpecial7510010

The user attacks the target with unpleasant sound waves. For two turns, the target is prevented from recovering HP through moves, Abilities, or held items.

These are individual move choices, not proof of complete four-move legality. HOME uses destination-specific movesets; older-game moves are not unrestricted imports.
Class
Description
Astonish

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

GhostPhysical3010015

The user attacks the target by crying out in a startling fashion. This may also make the target flinch.

Clear Smog

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

PoisonSpecial50-15

The user attacks the target by throwing a clump of special mud. All stat changes are eliminated.

Disable

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

NormalStatus-10020

For four turns, the target will be unable to use whichever move it last used.

Haze

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

IceStatus--30

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

Perish Song

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

NormalStatus--5

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

Reflect Type

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

NormalStatus--15

The user reflects the target's type to become the same type as the target.

Smog

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

PoisonSpecial307020

The target is attacked with a discharge of filthy gases. This may also poison the target.

Toxic

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

PoisonStatus-9010

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

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.

Supported publisher/reference locations. Selection rates are unknown; some precise form, level and time details lack independent corroboration.

Scarlet
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter25Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter25Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter68Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter68Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Paldea Tera Raids

Main area

Permanent Tera Raid75Unknown

Base game: Paldea., Battle and capture level 75., Joining another version’s host raid can provide its version-exclusive raid Pokémon., Five-star native access after the base-game ending credits., 5-star permanent raid; selected region, host version and star rank. Overall selection rate unknown.

Paldea Tera Raids

Main area

Permanent Tera Raid75Unknown

Base game: Paldea., Battle level 90; captured at level 75., Joining another version’s host raid can provide its version-exclusive raid Pokémon., Six-star access follows the Academy Ace Tournament and qualifying high-rank raids/notification., 6-star permanent raid; selected region, host version and star rank. Overall selection rate unknown.

Kitakami Mass Outbreaks

Main area

Mass Outbreak-Unknown

Biome: Rocky, Grass, Mountain., The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Possible ordinary outbreak; actual location and level vary. Selection percentage is unknown.

Levincia

Main area

Immediate trade Evolution25Unknown

Trade Pincurchin to Blossom for level-25 Haunter; it immediately evolves into Gengar., Base game: Paldea.

Violet
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter25Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter25Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter68Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Mossfell Confluence

Main area

Overworld encounter68Unknown

The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Time windows: night.

Paldea Tera Raids

Main area

Permanent Tera Raid75Unknown

Base game: Paldea., Battle and capture level 75., Joining another version’s host raid can provide its version-exclusive raid Pokémon., Five-star native access after the base-game ending credits., 5-star permanent raid; selected region, host version and star rank. Overall selection rate unknown.

Paldea Tera Raids

Main area

Permanent Tera Raid75Unknown

Base game: Paldea., Battle level 90; captured at level 75., Joining another version’s host raid can provide its version-exclusive raid Pokémon., Six-star access follows the Academy Ace Tournament and qualifying high-rank raids/notification., 6-star permanent raid; selected region, host version and star rank. Overall selection rate unknown.

Kitakami Mass Outbreaks

Main area

Mass Outbreak-Unknown

Biome: Rocky, Grass, Mountain., The Teal Mask Expansion Pass content: Kitakami., Possible ordinary outbreak; actual location and level vary. Selection percentage is unknown.

Levincia

Main area

Immediate trade Evolution25Unknown

Trade Pincurchin to Blossom for level-25 Haunter; it immediately evolves into Gengar., Base game: Paldea.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Cursed Body

Ability Slot 1

May disable a move that has dealt damage to the Pokémon.

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

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