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Nightmare

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Nightmare

Ghost-type status move in Pokémon Sun & Moon.

Move text

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

Details

Introduced

Generation II

Power

-

Accuracy

100

PP

15

Priority

0

Makes contact?

No

Machine

-

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move naturally by leveling up.

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move through special or alternate methods.

Butterfree

#19

BugFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Slowpoke

#37

WaterPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Slowbro

#38

WaterPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Slowbro Mega

#38

WaterPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Slowking

#39

WaterPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Abra

#42

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kadabra

#43

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Alakazam

#44

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Alakazam Mega

#44

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Meowth

#45

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Persian

#46

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Drowzee

#54

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Permanently copy with Sketch; a source Pokémon must use the move

Misdreavus

#66

Ghost
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mismagius

#67

Ghost
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Lickitung

#108

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mr. Mime

#122

PsychicFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Jynx

#124

IcePsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Espeon

#127

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Umbreon

#128

Dark
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Igglybuff

#134

NormalFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Jigglypuff

#135

NormalFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Wigglytuff

#136

NormalFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo

#150

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo Mega X

#150

PsychicFighting
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo Mega Y

#150

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mew

#151

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available; eligible Mew distribution only (OT GF/ゲーフリ, Trainer ID 22796)

Hoothoot

#163

NormalFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Noctowl

#164

NormalFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Natu

#177

PsychicFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Xatu

#178

PsychicFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Starmie

#185

WaterPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Aipom

#190

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Girafarig

#203

NormalPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Dunsparce

#206

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Cleffa

#210

Fairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Clefairy

#211

Fairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Clefable

#212

Fairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Porygon

#217

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Porygon2

#218

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Porygon-Z

#219

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Houndour

#228

DarkFire
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Houndoom

#229

DarkFire
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Houndoom Mega

#229

DarkFire
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Stantler

#234

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Smoochum

#238

IcePsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mimikyu Busted

#242

GhostFairy
Egg

Mimikyu Disguised

#242

GhostFairy
Egg

Tyranitar

#248

RockDark
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Tyranitar Mega

#248

RockDark
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Lugia

#249

PsychicFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Sneasel

#249

DarkIce
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Ho-Oh

#250

FireFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Weavile

#250

DarkIce
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Celebi

#251

PsychicGrass
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available; Celebi must be at least level 30 when transferred

Lapras

#268

WaterIce
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Exeggcute

#269

GrassPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Exeggutor

#270

GrassPsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Exeggutor Alola

#270

GrassDragon
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Related

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Other moves that share this move type.
MoveTypeClassTMPowerAcc.PPPokémonDescription
AstonishGhostPhysical

-

3010015127

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

Confuse RayGhostStatus

-

-10010124

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

CurseGhostStatus

-

--10408

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

Destiny BondGhostStatus

-

--566

After using this move, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

GrudgeGhostStatus

-

--533

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

HexGhostSpecial

-

651001048

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

LickGhostPhysical

-

301003039

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

Moongeist BeamGhostSpecial

-

10010052

The user emits a sinister ray to attack the target. This move can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.

Never-Ending NightmareGhostPhysical

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Never-Ending NightmareGhostSpecial

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Night ShadeGhostSpecial

-

-1001540

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

Ominous WindGhostSpecial

-

601005115

The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Phantom ForceGhostPhysical

-

901001019

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

Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015361

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

Shadow BoneGhostPhysical

-

85100102

The user attacks by beating the target with a bone that contains a spirit. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015229

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

Shadow ForceGhostPhysical

-

12010053

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

Shadow PunchGhostPhysical

-

60-2011

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

Shadow SneakGhostPhysical

-

401003049

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

Sinister Arrow RaidGhostPhysical

-

180-10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Soul-Stealing 7-Star StrikeGhostPhysical

-

195-10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Spectral ThiefGhostPhysical

-

90100102

The user hides in the target’s shadow, steals the target’s stat boosts, and then attacks.

Spirit ShackleGhostPhysical

-

80100102

The user attacks while simultaneously stitching the target’s shadow to the ground to prevent the target from escaping.

SpiteGhostStatus

-

-10010164

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

Trick-or-TreatGhostStatus

-

-100209

The user takes the target trick-or-treating. This adds Ghost type to the target’s type.

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