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Spiritomb in Pokémon X & Y

#442 in the X and Y Pokédex • Forbidden Pokémon

Spiritomb in the National Pokédex
Spiritomb sprite

Normal

Shiny Spiritomb sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

A Pokémon that was formed by 108 spirits. It is bound to a fissure in an odd keystone.

Pokémon Y

It was bound to a fissure in an odd keystone as punishment for misdeeds 500 years ago.

Pokémon details

Types

GhostDark

Category

Forbidden Pokémon

Height

1 m (3'03")

Weight

108 kg (238.1 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0442

Spiritomb in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

50

210

304

Attack

92

170

311

Defense

108

198

346

Sp. Atk

92

170

311

Sp. Def

108

198

346

Speed

35

67

185

Total

485

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 Spiritomb, 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
-
EV yield
1 Def, 1 SpD
Catch rate
100
Base Exp.
170

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
30

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
Spiritomb

Spiritomb

#442

No evolutions

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

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Ghost)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 3, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari., Friend must enter the Hall of Fame and meet you in the PSS. Since Nintendo Network closed in April 2024, new third-slot and Hidden Ability unlocks require local play together; earlier online unlocks remain available.

Y
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Ghost)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 3, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari., Friend must enter the Hall of Fame and meet you in the PSS. Since Nintendo Network closed in April 2024, new third-slot and Hidden Ability unlocks require local play together; earlier online unlocks remain available.

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
StartConfuse Ray

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

Ghost-10010
StartCurse

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

Ghost--10
StartSpite

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

Ghost-10010
StartPursuit

An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle.

Dark4010020
StartShadow Sneak

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

Ghost4010030
7Feint Attack

The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses.

Dark60-20
13Hypnosis

The user employs hypnotic suggestion to make the target fall into a deep sleep.

Psychic-6020
19Dream Eater

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal its own HP.

Psychic10010015
25Ominous Wind

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

Ghost601005
31Sucker Punch

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

Dark801005
37Nasty Plot

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

Dark--20
43Memento

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

Dark-10010
49Dark Pulse

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

Dark8010015

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon X and Y.
Class
TM04Calm Mind

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

Psychic--20
TM06Toxic

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

Poison-9010
TM10Hidden Power

A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.

Normal6010015
TM11Sunny Day

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

Fire--5
TM12Taunt

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

Dark-10020
TM15Hyper Beam

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

Normal150905
TM17Protect

Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Normal--10
TM18Rain Dance

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

Water--5
TM21Frustration

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

Normal-10020
TM27Return

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

Normal-10020
TM29Psychic

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

Psychic9010010
TM30Shadow Ball

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

Ghost8010015
TM32Double Team

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

Normal--15
TM39Rock Tomb

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

Rock609515
TM41Torment

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

Dark-10015
TM42Facade

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

Normal7010020
TM44Rest

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

Psychic--10
TM45Attract

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

Normal-10015
TM46Thief

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

Dark6010025
TM48Round

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

Normal6010015
TM60Quash

The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last.

Dark-10015
TM61Will-O-Wisp

The user shoots a sinister, bluish-white flame at the target to inflict a burn.

Fire-8515
TM63Embargo

This move prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

Dark-10015
TM67Retaliate

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this move becomes more powerful.

Normal701005
TM68Giga Impact

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

Normal150905
TM70Flash

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy.

Normal-10020
TM77Psych Up

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

Normal--10
TM83Infestation

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

Bug2010020
TM85Dream Eater

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal its own HP.

Psychic10010015
TM87Swagger

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

Normal-9015
TM88Sleep Talk

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

Normal--10
TM90Substitute

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

Normal--10
TM95Snarl

The user yells as if it’s ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stat of opposing Pokémon.

Dark559515
TM97Dark Pulse

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

Dark8010015
TM100Confide

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

Normal--20

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Captivate

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

Normal-10020
Destiny Bond

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

Ghost--5
Foul Play

The user turns the target’s power against it. The higher the target’s Attack stat, the greater the move’s power.

Dark9510015
Grudge

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

Ghost--5
Imprison

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

Psychic--10
Nightmare

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

Ghost-10015
Pain Split

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

Normal--20
Shadow Sneak

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

Ghost4010030
Smokescreen

The user releases an obscuring cloud of smoke or ink. This lowers the target’s accuracy.

Normal-10020

These require the labeled trade, transfer or breeding route. Generation III/IV imports must first reach Generation V; Virtual Console Pokémon cannot be imported into X/Y. Kyurem must be unfused for transfer. Individual options do not certify every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition source
Endure

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

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Icy Wind

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

Ice559515

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Icy Wind

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

Ice559515

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Natural Gift

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

Normal-10015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Secret Power

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its additional effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Normal7010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Secret Power

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its additional effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Normal7010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Silver Wind

The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.

Bug601005

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snatch

The user steals the effects of any attempts to use a healing or stat-changing move.

Dark--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snatch

The user steals the effects of any attempts to use a healing or stat-changing move.

Dark--10

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Telekinesis

The user makes the target float with its psychic power. The target is easier to hit for three turns.

Psychic--15

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Trick

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

Psychic-10010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Trick

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

Psychic-10010

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Uproar

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no one can fall asleep.

Normal9010010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Uproar

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no one can fall asleep.

Normal9010010

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Water Pulse

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water6010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Water Pulse

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water6010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Wonder Room

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

Psychic--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Wonder Room

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

Psychic--10

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Pressure

Ability Slot 1

The Pokémon raises opposing Pokémon’s PP usage.

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

Infiltrator(Hidden Ability)

Passes through the opposing Pokémon’s barrier and strikes.

Bypasses Reflect, Light Screen, Safeguard, Mist and substitutes.

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