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Pokemon Type Chart - Pokemon Strengths and Weaknesses (2023)

A list of all pokemon types, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses..

In Pokemon , there’s more to battling than simply throwing out your lead monster and commanding it to obliterate the opponent. Granted, that strategy may work from time to time, but the battle system is much deeper than that. There are types to take into consideration, weaknesses and strengths each Pokemon possesses that make it more or less effective given the situation.

There are a total of 18 types in the Pokemon universe. Each pocket monster has an affinity for one or two different types, which makes putting together a team of six an exercise in variety. You want to make sure all of your bases are covered, and that you’re prepared for whatever your adventure may throw at you. To help you strategize, we’ve put together a chart that lists how strong or weak each type is versus the others.

Pokemon Type Chart

As a reminder, a Super effective attack does double the amount of damage (200%). If you manage to stack two weaknesses at once you can actually do 4x damage.

Looking at the chart, simple logic can inform how many of the types might behave. For example, it makes sense that fire types are weak to water types, or that fighting types can handle rock types with ease. Other interactions in this vein include flying versus bug, ground versus electric, ice versus rock, and bug versus grass.

Even some of the more fantastical types can be deduced this way. Take the fairy type, for example. It’s strong against the dark type, which makes sense if you consider the traditional fairy archetype in fantasy literature and film. By that same token, ghost types are effective against psychic types, and dragon types are weak to fairy attacks.

There are several interactions, however, that may not be obvious at first. For instance, ice types are weak to steel attacks, for some reason, and bug attacks are super effective against psychic types. Similarly, ground attacks are strong against poison types.

There are a few instances of a type being weak against itself, as well: dragon types take extra damage from dragon attacks, and ghost attacks are super effective against ghost types. This is particularly useful to know in Pokemon Sword and Shield , as there are both dragon and ghost type gym challenges.

And there you have it—a quick rundown of type effectiveness in Pokemon. Hopefully this chart helps trainers conquer the Pokemon League and become the new champion!

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Fueled by too much coffee, Sam is a freelance writer with bylines at GameDaily, IGN, PC Gamer and more. Get in touch with him on Twitter (@sdesatoff) or email him at [email protected].

All Ghost-type Pokemon weaknesses, explained

We've got everything you need to know about Ghost-type Pokémon and their weaknesses.

Scattered throughout the lands of Pokémon are hundreds of ‘mon with different abilities, attributes, and properties that determine how they interact with their world. Many of these properties and attributes boil down to a Pokémon’s type.

Pokémon can have one or two types that determine everything about them, from the moves they can use to the Pokémon they’re strong and weak against. Trainers who want to thrive in the competitive world of Pokémon need to understand how these types influence every battle they participate in.

There are 18 unique types, each with various strengths and weaknesses.

One of the most exciting types in the game is Ghost, which has a complex web of advantages and disadvantages. Whether you’re looking to protect your Ghost-types or decimate someone else’s, we’ve outlined everything you need to know about Ghost-type weaknesses.

Here are all of the Ghost-type weaknesses.

All Ghost Type Pokémon weaknesses

All ghost type pokémon resistances, best counters for ghost type pokémon.

Pokemon Haunter, Gengar, and Shedninja with a forest like backdrop

Dark; dark type moves deal double damage against ghost-type Pokémon.
Ghost; ghost type moves deal double damage against ghost-type Pokémon.

The Psychic-Dark-Ghost triangle of strengths and weaknesses has always been tricky to keep straight. Ghost-types have a standard disadvantage against Dark-types : Ghost-type moves only do half damage to Dark-types, and Dark-type moves are super effective on Ghost-types.

In addition to actual Dark-type Pokémon, plenty of non-Dark-types can learn common Dark-type moves like Bite, Crunch, and Knock Off. This is an excellent way for Normal-type and Fighting-type Pokémon to gain an edge over pesky Ghost-types.

Believe it or not, Ghost is weak to itself . This is different from most other same-type matchups: most types have a resistance to themselves, with the notable exception of Dragon-types. This means that Ghost-types will crumble when faced by other Ghost-types that know moves like Shadow Ball.

Just be careful when fielding a Ghost-type against another Ghost-type: they’re both weak to each other, which could end poorly if your enemy lands a lucky critical hit or high-powered Ghost move. If you’re looking to counter a Ghost-type with Ghost-type moves, it’s best to teach those moves to a non-Ghost-type Pokémon that isn’t weak to Ghost.

Poison; poison-type moves are only half as effective when used against ghost-type Pokémon
Bug; bug-type moves are only half as effective when used against ghost-type Pokémon
Fighting; fighting-type moves will have no effect on ghost-type Pokémon
Normal; normal-type moves will have no effect on ghost-type Pokémon

Ghost-type Pokémon are resistant to two types: Bug and Poison. Many Ghost-types are also part Poison, as with the Gastly line, giving them quadruple resistance to Poison-type moves. Avoid using Bug-type or Poison-type moves against any Ghost-types you encounter.

Related: Pokémon type chart: Strengths, weaknesses, and resistances

To make up for its relatively short list of strengths and weaknesse s, Ghost-types have total immunity to two types: Normal and Fighting. Normal-type and Fighting-type moves will have no effect when used against Ghost-type Pokémon. Ghost-type moves do not affect Normal-type Pokémon, either, so keep that in mind.

There is one way to ensure that Normal-type and Fighting-type moves can hit a Ghost-type. Using the move Odor Sleuth, which many early-game Normal-type Pokémon know, will allow a Ghost-type to be hit by Normal-type and Fighting-type moves. The move Foresight will also do the same thing, which can help players who don’t have Ghost-type or Dark-type moves to take even the best Ghost-type Pokémon.

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The best Pokémon to bet on when attempting to counter Ghost-type Pokémon are pure dark types that can also learn Ghost-type moves.

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Ghost (type).

The Ghost type (Japanese: ゴーストタイプ Ghost type ) is one of the eighteen types . Ghost-type moves are super effective against Ghost- and Psychic-type Pokémon , while Ghost-type Pokémon are weak to Dark - and Ghost-type moves.

1.1 Overall
1.2 Fully evolved
2.1 Generation I
2.2 Generations II to V
2.3 Generation VI onwards
2.4 Additional effects
3.1 Pure Ghost-type Pokémon
3.2.1 Primary Ghost-type Pokémon
3.2.2 Secondary Ghost-type Pokémon
3.3 Changed types
4 Pokéstar Studios opponents
5.1 Changed types
6.1 Interacting with the Ghost type
6.2 Exclusive Abilities
7.1 Cram-o-matic
8 Notable Ghost-type Trainers
9.1 Core series
9.2 Side series
9.3 Spin-off games
10 In the TCG
12 In other languages

Statistical averages

Fully evolved, battle properties.

Note: Type effectiveness multipliers may vary in other games outside the core series .

Generation I

Generations ii to v, generation vi onwards, additional effects.

If the user has the Ability Scrappy or Mind's Eye , or the target is under the effect of the moves Foresight or Odor Sleuth , Normal - and Fighting-type moves will deal ×1 damage to Ghost-type Pokémon .

In Generation I only, Ghost-type Pokémon cannot be paralyzed by Lick , and are affected by Bide , Counter , Seismic Toss , SonicBoom , and Super Fang , despite these moves being Normal-type, which the Ghost type is normally immune to.

The move Curse , introduced in Generation II , functions differently when used by a Ghost-type Pokémon.

In Generations II and III only, Ghost-type Pokémon are immune to Glare .

From Generation VI onwards, Ghost-type Pokémon are immune to effects that prevent recall or escape (such as Mean Look and Shadow Tag ), and they are also guaranteed to flee from any wild battle regardless of Speed .

The move Trick-or-Treat , introduced in Generation VI, adds the Ghost type to the target's types .

As of Generation IX , 72 Pokémon or 7.05% of all Pokémon are Ghost-type (counting those that are Ghost-type in at least one of their forms , including regional forms ), making it the third rarest type among Pokémon after Fairy and before Dragon and Electric .

The Pokémon below are listed by their current types. Some Pokémon have had their types changed.

Pure Ghost-type Pokémon

Half ghost-type pokémon, primary ghost-type pokémon, secondary ghost-type pokémon, changed types.

These Ghost-type Pokémon have had their types changed.

Pokéstar Studios opponents

As of Generation IX , 34 moves or 3.72% of all moves are Ghost-type (excluding those that are Ghost-type only under certain circumstances), causing it to tie with Bug as the 5th rarest type among moves after Ice and Fairy and before Poison . Prior to changes in Generation IV , all damaging Ghost-type moves were physical , but they may now also be special depending on the attack.

Some moves have had their types changed.

The following Ghost-type moves have had their types changed.

Interacting with the Ghost type

A Pokémon with Protean or Libero will become a Ghost-type Pokémon if it uses a Ghost-type move. A Pokémon with Color Change , Imposter , RKS System , or Multitype will become a Ghost-type Pokémon if (respectively) it is hit with a Ghost-type move, is sent out against a Ghost-type opponent, is holding a Ghost Memory , or is holding a Spooky Plate or Ghostium Z .

Since Generation VI, Ghost-type Pokémon are also immune to Magnet Pull , Arena Trap , and Shadow Tag .

Exclusive Abilities

Only Ghost-type Pokémon have these Abilities. This does not include signature Abilities .

Cram-o-matic

Notable ghost-type trainers, core series, side series, spin-off games.

Due to the decreased amount of types in the TCG compared to the game series, Ghost-type Pokémon fall under the Psychic-type .

Psychic-type Pokémon in the TCG are generally weak to Darkness and other Psychic Pokémon, with resistances to Colorless and Fighting . Psychic-type Pokémon are strong against Grass (until Diamond & Pearl ), Fighting and Psychic Pokémon, whilst Colorless , Darkness , and Metal Pokémon can resist this type.

Despite being introduced in Generation I , there were no pure Ghost-type Pokémon until Generation II introduced Misdreavus.
Generation VII introduced the most Ghost-type moves of any generation, with eight. Generation V introduced the fewest Ghost-type moves, with only one, Hex .
In Generation I , Ghost-type moves have no effect on Psychic-type Pokémon, though an abundance of evidence suggests that this may have been an error. Multiple sources mention that Ghost-type moves are super-effective on Psychic-type Pokémon: official strategy guides published by Nintendo , two episodes of the anime ( The Tower of Terror and Haunter versus Kadabra ), and even the games themselves, where a Pokémon Trainer in the Saffron Gym mentions that Psychic-type Pokémon "only fear Bugs and Ghosts" (though the reference to Ghost-type Pokémon was removed in Pokémon Yellow ). This was corrected in Generation II to make Ghost-type moves actually be super effective against Psychic-type Pokémon.
It is also the only type to have ever been ineffective against two types: Normal and Psychic in Generation I.
Ghost and Normal are the only two types to be ineffective against each other.
As of Generation VI , Ghost is tied with Dragon for being the least resisted type.
While the Ghost-type has an immunity to Normal-type moves, several damaging moves that display as Normal-type can affect them, including Hidden Power (whose actual type varies) and Struggle (which inflicts typeless damage from Generation II onward).
Despite not being Ghost-type, Darkrai is also able to walk through walls.
The only Pokémon to have ever possessed a double resistance to the Ghost-type naturally were Pawniard and Bisharp , both of which are dual-type Dark / Steel .
Kalos is the only region without a notable Ghost-type specialist .
In Pokémon Conquest , Ghost-type Pokémon which are not part- Flying-type or have Levitate are shown with an animation of physically passing through enemies, referencing the common belief that real-life ghosts can pass through solid objects. They cannot, however, pass through any other obstacle on the field in-game.
Ghost- and Dark-type moves are super effective against the same types. As of Generation VI, the only difference between them is that Dark-type moves are not very effective on Fighting - or Fairy-type Pokémon while Ghost-type moves do not affect Normal-type Pokémon.
As shown in Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon , some Ghost-type Pokémon, despite their name, can still die . This was first mentioned in Why Not Give Me a Z-Ring Sometime? , where Acerola revealed that her Shiny Mimikyu , Mimikins, is in fact the ghost of a deceased Mimikyu. Later, in A Timeless Encounter! , it is revealed that Professor Kukui had once befriended a Totem Trevenant that he nicknamed Elder. It is later revealed that Elder has since died, its body now a regular tree, though the circumstances of its death weren't revealed. Giratina is another Ghost-type whose life has been in danger, in Giratina and the Sky Warrior . However, despite this, it still appears that many Ghost-type Pokémon, particularly ones who are more similar to traditional ghosts, are indeed immune to the ravages of time and can live on indefinitely; for instance, a Yamask shown in A Night in the Nacrene City Museum! was told to be millennia old.
All Ghost-type moves are eligible to be used in Sky Battles .
The Ghost type was the last type to have at least one Pokémon officially owned by Ash in the anime, following his capture of a Gengar in A Chilling Curse! .
Rock is the only type that has yet to be paired with Ghost.
originally had three Pokémon in Generation I, then gained only one more in Generation II.
are the only types that are weak to themselves.
have one type immune to them and one type resistant to them.
Until The Isle of Armor and the introduction of Poltergeist , every Ghost-type move had 100% accuracy or could not miss.
In Japanese, the Ghost type shares its name with Haunter , whose Japanese name is ゴースト Ghost .

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Pokémon Go Type chart, Type effectiveness and weakness explained

Calculate the damage for any matchup with our Pokémon Weakness Chart.

Type Chart methods of representing Type effectiveness have been popular since long before Pokémon Go , with all of the core Pokémon games revolving around them.

In brief, Pokémon types dictate whether one Pokémon is either strong or weak - super effective or not very effective - against another, dealing additional or reduced damage as a result - and receiving additional or reduced damage - as a result.

The standard Type chart that has evolved through the different generations will be like a second language to long-term Pokémon fans, but to newcomers it can appear too daunting to even know where to begin, so with that in mind we've put together a type chart of our own, as well as an explanation of how Type effectiveness works and how to plan around it, just below.

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Type chart, effectiveness and weakness explained in Pokémon Go

Pokémon go type effectiveness changes compared to other pokémon games.

Pokémon Go's Types are exactly the same as those in the main Pokémon games, but the effect of those type matchups is slightly different: in brief, things like effective or resisted attacks have slightly different multipliers to the main Pokémon games - although a December 2018 update brought them slightly closer in line.

Here's a Pokémon Go type chart to get you started on what's effective against what.

The Season of Adventures Abound is here! The Halloween event has returned, bringing with it Greavard and Houndstone . Party Play - Pokémon Go's multiplayer feature - is here, along with the Welcome Party quest. You can also work on the Timed Investigation: Master Ball quest and compete in the Go Battle League . Be sure to compete in Shadow Raids , complete Routes , use Daily Adventure Incense for the chance of encountering Galarian Articuno, Galarian Zapdos and Galarian Moltres . This incense may also give you encounters with other rare Pokémon in Pokémon Go.

As you may have noticed, there are also no Type immunities in Pokémon Go, unlike in the main series. But that's not the end of it. The immunities removed are:

Ground immune to Electric
Flying immune to Ground
Ghost immune to Normal and Fighting
Normal and Fighting immune to Ghost
Steel immune to Poison
Dark immune to Psychic
Fairy immune to Dragon

Instead of a total immunity to damage, these initially worked the same as simple resistances. Now, however, they've been tweaked to form another tier of resistance, with the defending Pokémon that would normally be immune taking just 0.39 times the amount of damage it normally would - in other words, type immunity roughly cuts the amount of damage received to about a third.

Here's a full rundown of the multipliers that apply to standard, super effective, not very effective, immune, and doubly effective attacks.

Not very effective - 0.625x damage, instead of the 0.5x damage done in the main series.
Super effective - 1.6x damage, instead of 2x damage done in the main series.
Immunity - 0.39x damage, instead of 0 damage done in the main series.
Doubly effective - 2.56x damage, instead of 4x damage done in the main series.

In other words, the latest tweaks to Type effectiveness brings them noticeably closer to the multipliers in the mainline games - but still not in line with them entirely. It does make Type effectiveness all the more important though, so it's well worth getting to grips with those matchups if you can!

Ultimately, it's your mastery of three elements that will give you the greatest shot in PvP and the Gym and Raiding scene: Type effectiveness, understanding Pokémon Go's moves , and having a good idea of the best Pokémon in Pokémon Go .

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Ghost-Type Pokémon Weaknesses & Resistances

Ghost-type Pokémon have been around since Generation I, and they are the only type to have more than one immunity.

They are also unique because they have a type-specific attack, Curse, which works differently for Ghost-types.

Whether you’re using this type of Pokémon or need to know how to beat one, there are certain strengths and weaknesses to keep in mind.

Fortunately, we’ve created our own guide to Ghost type Pokémon weaknesses and resistances so that you can learn to handle them effectively!

Ghost Type Pokémon Weaknesses

Ghost-type Pokémon are the third-rarest type in the world of Pokémon, making them something you’re unlikely to come across as often as a grass or fire type.

Due to their rarity, you’re likely going to be asking yourself, “What are Ghost-type Pokémon weak against?” when you come up against one in a battle.

While they have been around since Gen I, not many players can remember their weaknesses, since this type isn’t the most well-known.

That said, they do have a unique set of weaknesses, which are:

Additionally, Ghost-type moves do not affect Normal-type Pokémon, meaning you don’t want to use them if you’re up against a Snorlax , Meowth, or other pure Normal-type.

Though likewise, Normal-type attacks aren’t effective against Ghost-type Pokémon either.

They are also susceptible to same-type damage bonuses, meaning Ghost-type moves will be super effective against Ghost-type Pokémon.

If you’re having trouble fighting a Ghost-type, your best bet would be using something like Poochyena, one of the best dog Pokémon that is a straight dark type.

However, despite these weaknesses, Ghost-type Pokémon have the potential to be incredibly powerful due to their status effect moves.

Ghost Type Pokémon Resistances

Now that you know what Ghost-type Pokémon are weak to, let’s take a look at their particular resistances.

These are important to know since they can help you understand when it is best to use this type of Pokémon.

Ghost-type Pokémon have two specific resistances, which are:

It should also be noted that certain Ghost-type Pokémon, particularly the Gastly ones, are part poison themselves, making them even more poison resistant.

Ghost-types also have complete immunity to Fighting-type moves and Normal-type moves, so you don’t want to go up against them with a Mankey or Dunsparce.

While Ghost types themselves aren’t super effective against Bug or Poison types, due to their resistance, they can be good to use in a fight against these kinds of Pokémon.

These resistances are worth keeping in mind so that you can more effectively fight or use any Ghost-type Pokémon you come across.

Best Counters For Ghost Type Pokémon

If you know you’re going to be battling a Ghost-type Pokémon, you’ll want to prepare beforehand.

There are some specific counters you can use to help give yourself an upper hand.

Having a Dark-type Pokémon on your team is one of the best things you can do to defeat any Ghost Pokémon more easily.

Dark-type moves are super effective against all Ghost-types, so keeping one in reserve can be a smart move.

You can also use dual dark types, like Yveltal, one of the best bird Pokémon , which is a Flying/Dark-type with the Dark Pulse ability, to defeat any Ghost-type with ease.

What Beats Ghost Type Pokémon?

Ghost types have been featured in all of the best Pokémon games of all time , and when it comes time to fight them, you’ll want to have the right team.

The last thing you want to do is go into a battle with a Ghost-type using a Pokémon that is ineffective, or at worst, highly vulnerable to their attacks!

Fortunately, if you’re using the right Pokémon and the right move sets, you can easily defeat any Ghost-type that gets in your way.

Pokémon To Use Against Ghost Types

When it’s time to take down a Ghost-type, these are the Pokémon you’ll want to have on your team.

Meowth (Dark-type)
Poochyena (Dark-type)
Zorua (Dark-type)
Nickit (Dark-type)
Absol (Dark-type)
Maschiff (Dark-type)

Because all pure Dark-types are resistant to Ghost-type attacks, these will be the best to have on your team.

However, you can still use half Dark-types, though they will still be damaged normally by Ghost-type attacks.

On the plus side, Dark-type Pokémon can be relatively easy to come across, especially if you go looking for them at night.

Moves To Use Against Dark Types

While Dark-type Pokémon are the most effective against Ghost-types, there are also some moves you should get to ensure they have the biggest impact possible.

The best offensive moves to use against a Ghost-type include:

Brutal Swing

It should be noted that moves like Bite, Crunch, and Knock Off can also be taught to Normal-type and Fighting-type Pokémon to give them a slight edge over Ghost-types.

All Dark-type moves are super effective against Ghost-types, so they will be able to inflict 2x damage compared to other options.

These are the ones you will definitely want to set your Pokémon up with before taking on any Ghost-type Pokémon in a battle.

Ghost-type Pokémon are some of the coolest in the franchise, but they can be devastating to fight if you’re not prepared.

If you find yourself having to fight a Ghost-type, you’ll need to know exactly what it is weak to, so you can set up your team correctly.

Make sure to keep our guide handy if you’re having trouble remembering what is most effective to use against this Pokémon type!

What Ghost type Pokémon weakness is your favorite? Leave a comment below.

Dark-Type Pokémon Weaknesses & Resistances

Fighting-Type Pokémon Weaknesses & Resistances

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What's good against ghost Pokemon?

Battling against ghost Pokemon can be a headache because they have tons of status-inducing moves at their disposal like confuse ray, will-o-wisp and curse.

In general, Ghost type Pokemon have pretty balanced stats, but tend to have higher than average special attack and defensive stats.

Ghost type Pokemon are weak to:

Use attacks of these types to deal double damage against ghost types. It's super effective!

Normal type is immune to ghost type attacks

Use a normal type Pokemon to take zero damage from an opponent's ghost type attacks.

Dark type resists ghost type attacks:

Use a dark type Pokemon to take half damage from an opponent's ghost type attacks. It's not very effective.

Great Pokemon to use against ghost types:

These Pokemon learn super effective attacks or have useful resistances (or both!)

Sableye (dark / ghost)

Weavile (dark / ice)

Darkai (dark)

Hydreigon (dark / dragon)

Tyranitar (dark / rock)

Krookodile (dark / ground)

Read more: The ULTIMATE Pokemon Type Weakness Guide

Good attacks to use against ghost type Pokemon:

Dark pulse (dark)

Crunch (dark)

Night slash (dark)

Shadow ball (ghost)

Hex (ghost)

Shadow claw (ghost)

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Every Pokémon has different strengths and weaknesses to certain attacks, based on their type. Knowing the type matchups is essential to make sure each of your Pokémon moves does the most damage possible. Also knowing what your Pokémon are weak against can keep your rivals from knocking them out.

In this Pokémon Sword and Shield guide , we put together a chart of every type’s strength and weakness to help your Pokémon do their best in every battle.

Pokémon strength and weakness chart

The chart below will let you know which attacks to use and which to avoid based on Pokémon type.

For instance, a bug-type Pokémon’s bug attacks are super effective against grass-, dark-, and psychic-type Pokémon. However, bug-types take increased damage from any fire-, flying-, or rock-type moves.

Keep this chart handy whenever you’re facing off against any trainers — and especially during your Gym Challenges, as each of those trainers specializes in specific Pokémon.

As an example, the first major trainer you fight in Pokémon Sword and Shield is Milo, who specializes in grass-type Pokémon. Looking at the chart below, you’ll want to make sure that you have some Pokémon that can do bug-, fire-, flying-, ice-, or poison-type attacks in your roster. You may also want to take any ground-, rock-, or water-types out of that match — sorry Sobble starters!

Knowing type match ups will be helpful in just about any battle, especially when you’re trying to catch Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon .

Pokémon strengths and weaknesses

Knowing your type match ups is one of the best tools you’ll have in all your battles. But what if you want to make sure your favorite starter Pokémon stays viable throughout your whole journey? Check out our guides for Grookey , Scorbunny , and Sobble to learn how to make your partner the best it can be.

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Ghost Type Weaknesses in Scarlet and Violet

list of all Ghost type weaknesses for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet protect against cross type weakness - Gengar Mimikyu Sableye ghosts

Ghost type Pokémon are one of the rarest types, being only 37 of the over 1,000 Pokémon, or about double that if you count alternate forms. It’s unsurprising that, when you run into them, it can be hard to remember Ghost type weaknesses in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet , but we are here to break it down for you.

Pure Ghost Type Pokémon Only Have Two Weaknesses in Scarlet and Violet

Ghost type moves (That’s right — the Ghost type is weak to itself.)
Dark type moves

However, depending on what cross-type you run into, there may be more or fewer weaknesses on that list, since each cross-type adds its own weaknesses and resistances.

For example, Ghastly and its evolutions are all Poison/Ghost types, meaning they take extra damage from Ground and Psychic as well as Ghost’s usual weaknesses.

Since there aren’t many common Ghost types, it’s easy to point to two common exceptions. Dark/Ghost type Sableye isn’t weak to Dark or Ghost attacks, with its only weakness being Fairy type. Ghost/Fairy type Mimikyu isn’t weak to Dark type moves, leaving its only weaknesses as Ghost and Steel type attacks.

With all this in mind, it’s probably best to bring a Dark type to exploit weaknesses and defeat a Ghost type Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet , and it’s less good to bring a Ghost type, since you’ll be hit with super-effective moves. Finally, don’t bring your Psychic, Normal, or Fighting types into battle against Ghost Pokémon, since Ghost types are super-effective against Psychic types and are immune to Normal and Fighting type attacks.

For more Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Ghost types, check out our guide on how to find and catch Gimmighoul .

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