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Dusknoir in Pokémon Sword & Shield

Galar Pokédex #137 • Gripper Pokémon

Dusknoir in the National Pokédex
Dusknoir sprite

Normal

Shiny Dusknoir sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Sword

At the bidding of transmissions from the spirit world, it steals people and Pokémon away. No one knows whether it has a will of its own.

Shield

With the mouth on its belly, Dusknoir swallows its target whole. The soul is the only thing eaten— Dusknoir disgorges the body before departing.

Pokémon details

Type

Ghost

Category

Gripper Pokémon

Height

2.2 m (7'03")

Weight

106.6 kg (235 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0477

Pokédex

Galar #137

Dusknoir in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

45

200

294

Attack

100

184

328

Defense

135

247

405

Sp. Atk

65

121

251

Sp. Def

135

247

405

Speed

45

85

207

Total

525

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.

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

Weak to

Resists

Immune to

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Galar #137
EV yield
1 Def, 2 SpD
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
263

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

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.

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

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Normal Weather

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Overcast

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Raining

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Thunderstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Snowing

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Earn three Gym Badges and reach Hammerlocke to unlock this base Wild Area weather, Snowstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Intense Sun

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Earn three Gym Badges and reach Hammerlocke to unlock this base Wild Area weather, Sandstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Become Champion to unlock base Wild Area fog, Fog

Giant's Mirror

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

South Lake Miloch

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

Stony Wilderness

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

Sword
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Normal Weather

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Overcast

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Raining

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Thunderstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Snowing

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Earn three Gym Badges and reach Hammerlocke to unlock this base Wild Area weather, Snowstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Intense Sun

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Earn three Gym Badges and reach Hammerlocke to unlock this base Wild Area weather, Sandstorm

Stony Wilderness

Main Area

Special Overworld Encounters60-

Become Champion to unlock base Wild Area fog, Fog

Giant's Mirror

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

South Lake Miloch

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

Stony Wilderness

Max Raid Battles — pool 43 (rare beam)

Max Raid Battle55-6015%

Permanent pool 43, rare beam; listed percentage is conditional on this selected pool and rank; Wild Area News can override the permanent table, 5-star Max Raid Battle; rank availability depends on Gym Badges and the host

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
Shield
5%
Sword
5%

Listed levels describe learning by leveling up. The Move Reminder can also teach available level-up moves regardless of the current level.
Class
StartFire Punch

The target is punched with a fiery fist. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire7510015
StartIce Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015
StartThunder Punch

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric7510015
StartBind

Things such as long bodies or tentacles are used to bind and squeeze the target for four to five turns.

Normal158520
StartLeer

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

Normal-10030
StartDisable

For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used.

Normal-10020
StartAstonish

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

Ghost3010015
StartShadow Punch

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

Ghost60-20
StartGravity

This move enables Flying-type Pokémon or Pokémon with the Levitate Ability to be hit by Ground-type moves. Moves that involve flying can’t be used.

Psychic--5
StartShadow Sneak

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

Ghost4010030
12Confuse Ray

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

Ghost-10010
16Night Shade

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

Ghost-10015
20Payback

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

Dark5010010
24Will-O-Wisp

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

Fire-8515
28Mean Look

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

Normal--5
32Hex

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

Ghost6510010
36Curse

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

Ghost--10
42Shadow Ball

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

Ghost8010015
48Future Sight

Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.

Psychic12010010
54Destiny Bond

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.

Ghost--5

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Technical Records in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Class
TM00Mega Punch

The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.

Normal808520
TM01Mega Kick

The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.

Normal120755
TM03Fire Punch

The target is punched with a fiery fist. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire7510015
TM04Ice Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015
TM05Thunder Punch

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric7510015
TM08Hyper Beam

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

Normal150905
TM09Giga Impact

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

Normal150905
TM21Rest

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

Psychic--10
TM22Rock Slide

Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

Rock759010
TM23Thief

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

Dark6010025
TM24Snore

This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Normal5010015
TM25Protect

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

Normal--10
TM27Icy Wind

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

Ice559515
TM31Attract

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

Normal-10015
TM33Rain Dance

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

Water--5
TM34Sunny Day

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

Fire--5
TM38Will-O-Wisp

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

Fire-8515
TM39Facade

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

Normal7010020
TM41Helping Hand

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

Normal--20
TM42Revenge

This attack move’s power is doubled if the user has been hurt by the opponent in the same turn.

Fighting6010010
TM43Brick Break

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

Fighting7510015
TM44Imprison

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

Psychic--10
TM48Rock Tomb

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

Rock609515
TM57Payback

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

Dark5010010
TM59Fling

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

Dark-10010
TM70Trick Room

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

Psychic--5
TM71Wonder Room

The user creates a bizarre area in which Pokémon’s Defense and Sp. Def stats are swapped for five turns.

Psychic--10
TM76Round

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

Normal6010015
TM77Hex

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

Ghost6510010
TM81Bulldoze

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stats of those hit.

Ground6010020
TR01Body Slam

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

Normal8510015
TR05Ice Beam

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice9010010
TR06Blizzard

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

Ice110705
TR10Earthquake

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

Ground10010010
TR11Psychic

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

Psychic9010010
TR14Metronome

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

Normal--10
TR20Substitute

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

Normal--10
TR26Endure

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

Normal--10
TR27Sleep Talk

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

Normal--10
TR33Shadow Ball

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

Ghost8010015
TR34Future Sight

Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.

Psychic12010010
TR37Taunt

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

Dark-10020
TR38Trick

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

Psychic-10010
TR40Skill Swap

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

Psychic--10
TR49Calm Mind

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

Psychic--20
TR58Dark Pulse

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

Dark8010015
TR64Focus Blast

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

Fighting120705
TR83Ally Switch

The user teleports using a strange power and switches places with one of its allies.

Psychic--15
TR93Darkest Lariat

The user swings both arms and hits the target. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage.

Dark8510010

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

The user attacks the target by controlling the target’s item. The move fails if the target doesn’t have an item.

Ghost110905
Skitter Smack

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

Bug709010

Individual options, not a guarantee that every four-move combination is legal or eligible for Ranked Battles. Imports require the indicated transfer path; later games use separate HOME movesets.
Class
Charge Beam

The user attacks the target with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Electric509010
Confide

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--20
Counter

A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting-10020
Double Team

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--15
Double-Edge

A reckless, life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal12010015
Dream Eater

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Psychic10010015
Dynamic Punch

The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. This confuses the target if it hits.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting100505
Focus Punch

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting15010020
Grudge

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Ghost--5
Grudge

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

Nursery sharing: leave two Pokémon of the same species together, with an empty move slot on the recipient.

Ghost--5
Grudge

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

Learn as Duskull, then retain through evolution.

Ghost--5
Haze

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Ice--30
Haze

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

Nursery sharing: leave two Pokémon of the same species together, with an empty move slot on the recipient.

Ice--30
Haze

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

Learn as Duskull, then retain through evolution.

Ice--30
Headbutt

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. This may also make the target flinch.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal7010015
Infestation

The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can’t flee during this time.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Bug2010020
Laser Focus

The user concentrates intensely. The attack on the next turn always results in a critical hit.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--30
Memento

The user faints when using this move. In return, this harshly lowers the target’s Attack and Sp. Atk stats.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Dark-10010
Memento

The user faints when using this move. In return, this harshly lowers the target’s Attack and Sp. Atk stats.

Nursery sharing: leave two Pokémon of the same species together, with an empty move slot on the recipient.

Dark-10010
Memento

The user faints when using this move. In return, this harshly lowers the target’s Attack and Sp. Atk stats.

Learn as Duskull, then retain through evolution.

Dark-10010
Mimic

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--10
Mud-Slap

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Ground2010010
Pain Split

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--20
Pain Split

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

Nursery sharing: leave two Pokémon of the same species together, with an empty move slot on the recipient.

Normal--20
Pain Split

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

Learn as Duskull, then retain through evolution.

Normal--20
Power-Up Punch

Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting4010020
Psych Up

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal--10
Rock Smash

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting4010015
Seismic Toss

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Fighting-10020
Spite

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Ghost-10010
Strength

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal8010015
Sucker Punch

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Dark701005
Swagger

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Normal-8515
Torment

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Dark-10015
Toxic

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

Import from an eligible earlier game through Pokémon HOME; Bank/Transporter where required. The Battle Ready symbol removes these imported moves. Later games use separate HOME movesets.

Poison-9010

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Pressure

Ability Slot 1

By putting pressure on the opposing Pokémon, it raises their PP usage.

Increases the PP cost of moves targeting the Pokémon by one.

Frisk(Hidden Ability)

When it enters a battle, the Pokémon can check an opposing Pokémon’s held item.

Reveals the held items of all active opposing Pokémon on entry.

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