Nightmare in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Ghost-type status move in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.

StatusMove text
A sleeping target sees a nightmare that inflicts some damage every turn.
Move details
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Learners
Learners
![]() Butterfree #19 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Slowpoke #44 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mega Slowbro #45 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Slowbro #45 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Slowking #46 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Abra #49 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Kadabra #50 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Alakazam #51 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mega Alakazam #51 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Meowth #52 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Persian #53 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mr. Mime #60 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Dunsparce #63 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Drowzee #66 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Smeargle #70 | ![]() | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable |
![]() Smeargle #70 | ![]() | Permanently copy with Sketch; a source Pokémon must use the move |
![]() Murkrow #78 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Honchkrow #79 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Smoochum #109 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Jynx #110 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mewtwo #150 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mewtwo Mega X #150 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mewtwo Mega Y #150 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mew #151 | ![]() | 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) |
![]() Espeon #157 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Umbreon #158 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Igglybuff #167 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Jigglypuff #168 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Wigglytuff #169 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Girafarig #203 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Hoothoot #212 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Noctowl #213 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Starmie #224 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Stantler #234 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Lugia #249 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mega Tyranitar #249 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Tyranitar #249 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Ho-Oh #250 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Celebi #251 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available; Celebi must be at least level 30 when transferred |
![]() Natu #252 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Xatu #253 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Cleffa #272 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Clefairy #273 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Clefable #274 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Porygon #281 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Porygon2 #282 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Porygon-Z #283 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Houndour #289 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Houndoom #290 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Mega Houndoom #290 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Busted Mimikyu #315 | ![]() ![]() | Egg |
![]() Disguised Mimikyu #315 | ![]() ![]() | Egg |
![]() Sneasel #326 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Weavile #327 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Lapras #353 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Exeggcute #355 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Alolan Exeggutor #356 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Exeggutor #356 | ![]() ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Aipom #368 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
![]() Ambipom #369 | ![]() | 3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available |
Related
| Move | Type | Class | TM | Power | Acc. | PP | Pokémon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astonish The user attacks the target while shouting in a startling fashion. This may also make the target flinch. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 30 | 100 | 15 | 128 |
| Confuse Ray The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 100 | 10 | 125 |
| Curse A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | - | 10 | 413 |
| Destiny 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | - | 5 | 66 |
| Grudge If the user faints, the user’s grudge fully depletes the PP of the opponent’s move that knocked it out. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | - | 5 | 33 |
| Hex This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 65 | 100 | 10 | 49 |
| Lick The target is licked with a long tongue, causing damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 30 | 100 | 30 | 39 |
| Menacing Moonraze Maelstrom Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move. USUM Z-Rotom Power can permit another Z-Move in the same battle. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 200 | - | 1 | 0 |
| Moongeist Beam The user emits a sinister ray to attack the target. This move can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 100 | 5 | 2 |
| Never-Ending Nightmare Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move. USUM Z-Rotom Power can permit another Z-Move in the same battle. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| Never-Ending Nightmare Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move. USUM Z-Rotom Power can permit another Z-Move in the same battle. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| Night Shade The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 100 | 15 | 41 |
| Ominous Wind The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 60 | 100 | 5 | 115 |
| Phantom Force The user vanishes somewhere, then strikes the target on the next turn. This move hits even if the target protects itself. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 90 | 100 | 10 | 19 |
| Shadow Ball The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 15 | 363 | |
| Shadow Bone The user attacks by beating the target with a bone that contains a spirit. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 85 | 100 | 10 | 3 |
| Shadow Claw The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 15 | 234 | |
| Shadow Force The user disappears, then strikes the target on the next turn. This move hits even if the target protects itself. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 120 | 100 | 5 | 3 |
| Shadow Punch The user throws a punch from the shadows. This attack never misses. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 60 | - | 20 | 11 |
| Shadow Sneak The user extends its shadow and attacks the target from behind. This move always goes first. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 40 | 100 | 30 | 49 |
| Sinister Arrow Raid Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move. USUM Z-Rotom Power can permit another Z-Move in the same battle. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 180 | - | 1 | 0 |
| Soul-Stealing 7-Star Strike Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move. USUM Z-Rotom Power can permit another Z-Move in the same battle. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 195 | - | 1 | 0 |
| Spectral Thief The user hides in the target’s shadow, steals the target’s stat boosts, and then attacks. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 90 | 100 | 10 | 2 |
| Spirit Shackle The user attacks while simultaneously stitching the target’s shadow to the ground to prevent the target from escaping. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 80 | 100 | 10 | 2 |
| Spite The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 100 | 10 | 168 |
| Trick-or-Treat The user takes the target trick-or-treating. This adds Ghost type to the target’s type. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 100 | 20 | 9 |

















































































































