Top 10 Best Ghost Type Pokemon

Ghost-type Pokémon are some of the most mysterious and exciting creatures in the Pokémon world. Known for their spooky designs, eerie abilities, and unpredictable moves, they bring a unique edge to any team.

But which Ghost-types truly stand above the rest? That's where you come in. This list is all about finding out which Ghost Pokémon deserve the crown. Do you think the mischievous Gengar should be number one? Or maybe you've got a soft spot for the creepy elegance of Chandelure?

Whatever your favorites are, now's your chance to make your voice heard.

1. Gengar

   

   Gengar, known in Japan by the same name, is a dual-type Ghost and Poison Pokémon. It evolves from Haunter when traded and is the final evolution of Gastly. Gengar is recognized for its mischievous nature and its strong special attack capabilities.

   Dude, this guy is like the other version of Mega Alakazam! With amazing SpA and Speed stats, this guy can sweep! Mega Gengar can literally be anything! It can be an all-out sweeper or a Hex trapper with its ability Shadow Tag! The typing is also great, Ghost-Poison, meaning that it can also destroy Fairy types with Sludge Wave. With a wide variety of moves, Mega Gengar can literally smash anyone in its way! It has great coverage moves like Focus Blast and Sludge Wave, with Clear Smog as well! One of the BEST Pokémon ever created!

   Speed and Special Attack are awesome, and it has three immunities. It's everything you could want, and you can teach it a wide variety of moves.

   This thing is incredible. I can't think of anything bad about this Pokémon. It also has a good type combination of Ghost and Poison. This is why it's number one. Pros will pick this as their Ghost type. This thing is epic in all ways.

2. Chandelure

   

   Ok, now staying away from strategies and stats and stuff, Chandelure is still better than Gengar. Let's talk about design. And before anyone disses it for being an object mon, just SHUT UP and save your time. Its design is amazing. Its evo line is my favorite across all games. Litwick is just the best. It's based off will-o-the-wisps and cliché floating candles, and it's the cutest and best pre-evo mon ever. And then it grows up to become a ghostly badass gothic chandelier with ghostly flames that can burn your soul. Shut up and take my money. To put it simply, Gengar's just second rate.

   It is amazing. I don't know what to say. A very good special attacker, a little slow, but its wide variety of moves simply amazes me. It can cover almost all of its weaknesses (maybe all if you choose to have HP Fighting or something for Dark).

   Other than that, the design is cute and also cool. It is also a Fire/Ghost type, which gives a huge advantage in battle. It can be an annoying tank if you want it to, and it can also be a full all-out special attacker.

   It is simply, wow. I don't know how I managed to say how amazing Chandelure is. I don't really care that most people think Gengar is the best. It probably is, but it won't ever change the way I look at Chandelure.

   Did I seriously write something like an essay just to say how awesome a Pokémon is?

3. Giratina

   

   Giratina is a Legendary Pokémon that first appeared in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. It became the mascot of Pokémon Platinum, where it plays a central role in the game's story. Giratina is associated with the Distortion World and represents antimatter in the Pokémon lore.

   Giratina is my favorite Pokémon, so I may be a bit biased. However, even before I got into competitive play, I knew this Pokémon was powerful. Its excellent design and concept won my favoritism for him. However, his remarkable stats and the ability to switch forms with the Griseous Orb (did I spell that right?) make him a colossal threat on the battlefield. These are the reasons why he is banned in most competitive play. Up to this point, he is also the only Ghost-type Legendary.

   I would also like to add that many Pokémon on this list, such as Aegislash, are much more useful than Gengar. They have better designs and concepts, too. I urge you, the people, to vote for them instead of the generic ghost blob.

4. Banette

   

   Banette, known in Japan as Juppeta, was introduced in Generation III and evolves from Shuppet starting at level 37. It is a Ghost-type Pokémon that can Mega Evolve using the Banettite. Banette is said to be a doll that came to life after being abandoned.

   Banette is one of the best. He is just flat-out AMAZING because he has a very great attack stat, unlike most ghosts who are high in their special attack. And I took this awesome thing and even took it through the Elite Four.

   In Gen 3, all ghosts were physical. With its Sp. Attack, Gengar was kind of weak, but this thing kicked ass with Shadow Ball. Now that Shadow Ball has become special, Gengar is better, but in Gen 3, it would lose to Banette.

   Banette always scared the hell out of me when I was younger. It's the creepiest Ghost-type, and also one of the best. I choose Mismagius over Banette, but I can't make up my mind on which looks cooler.

5. Aegislash

   

   Aegislash is a Steel and Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. It evolves from Doublade when exposed to a Dusk Stone and is the final form of Honedge.

   Known as the Royal Sword Pokémon, Aegislash is said to detect leadership qualities in people. It will serve those it deems worthy to... read more

   There is a reason Aegislash is in the uber tier. It has amazing typing with three immunities and multiple resistances, an ability, and a stat distribution that can change it from one of the best tanks to one of the best offensive hitters. It also has access to both stall and sweep tactic move pools.

   What is often a negative for most Pokémon for meta consideration, a low speed stat, is instead a positive for Aegislash. This allows it to tank hits in its defensive form while going second and attacking in offensive form.

   This is by far the strongest non-legendary Ghost-type Pokémon and is even more powerful than quite a lot of the legendary Pokémon out there. Some people may dislike it due to the design being based on inanimate objects (a sword and shield), but it is without a doubt one of the best Ghost-type Pokémon that also stays true to its design.

   It has the ability to be a hard-hitting offensive monster when in sword form or one of the best tanks while in shield form, constantly shifting depending on the need and situation.

6. Froslass

   

   Froslass, known in Japan as Yukimenoko, is an Ice and Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. It evolves from a female Snorunt when exposed to a Dawn Stone. Froslass is inspired by the yuki-onna, a supernatural spirit from Japanese folklore.

   Froslass has the ability to be insanely powerful when properly trained, especially as a Ghost/Ice dual type. Add Spikes to her arsenal and put her at the front of your party. Use the attack three times and you'll have an advantage for the rest of your match. She can learn Blizzard naturally, which is excellent for double or triple battles. Shadow Ball (common, yes, but still good) gives her an easy edge. But her true power comes from Spikes, Blizzard, and Hail. She's an excellent area-effect battler.

   Glacia's Froslass is powerful and cool at the same time. It looks amazing in its kimono-based design, and its attack animations make it one of the best-looking Pokémon I've seen.

   When I battled her, Froslass almost had an OHKO on my Lv100 Serperior! That broke the tier for my team, and now I'm going to raise her for my team alongside Glalie.

7. Dusknoir

   

   Dusknoir, known in Japan as Yonoir, is a Ghost-type Pokémon that evolves from Dusclops when traded while holding a Reaper Cloth. It was introduced in Generation IV and is the final evolution of Duskull. Dusknoir is said to carry spirits to the afterlife, guided by mysterious signals from the spirit world... read more

   Dusknoir is cool. My Dusknoir swept away the whole of Steven's team and two out of three Pokémon of Cynthia (including her Garchomp) in the Black 2 tournament. Moreover, it always defeats one or two Pokémon (sometimes three) in the Black 2 tournament, no matter which Pokémon it is against.

   It's just an overall beast with Trick Room, and its design is just generally badass. I think it is equal to a Dusclops with an Eviolite, but the downside to that is it can't have any other item. So, I would definitely go for this guy when setting up a good ghost tank!

8. Mismagius

   

   Mismagius is currently my favorite Pokémon. I lost my breath when I saw this queen all the way down here. What? It's a killer! Gengar lost its Levitate ability, which still sucks, but Mismagius still has it! It has three type immunities, good special attack, and defense. Its attack sucks, but hey, just give it special moves.

   Its defense and speed are not the best either, but I EV trained mine and it turned into a massive killer! Misdreavus is totally worth the catch. Catch it, and give it a Dusk Stone. A legend was born.

   Incredible speed and special attack, and two types of immunities. He is everything Misdreavus is but so much more. And you have to respect Mismagius when he has that crazed look on his face. Creepy, powerful, cool, he's everything you'd want in a Ghost type.

9. Cofagrigus

   

   Cofagrigus, known in Japan as Desukarn, is a Ghost-type Pokémon. It evolves from Yamask when leveled up near the Relic Castle in the Unova region, starting in Generation V. Cofagrigus is known for its sarcophagus-like body and its ability to entrap opponents, making it both eerie and formidable in battle... read more

   Definitely not the strongest Ghost-type out there in terms of stats, but if you train him right, equip him with Leftovers or some other useful item, find a suitable nature for the moveset you will teach him, and know how to use him, he can be a total beast and destroy many strong Pokémon.

   I recommend teaching him Shadow Ball because it deals a lot of damage and it's a STAB move too. Rest is important because Toxic can totally obliterate him without it. Calm Mind is useful because you want him to knock out opponents quickly by increasing his Special Attack, while also taking hits by raising his Special Defense. Lastly, Hidden Power Fighting helps cover his weakness against Normal, Dark, and Steel types.

10. Sableye

    

    The first time I encountered a Sableye was when I was playing Project Pokémon. I found it in a Swablu grass patch and caught it. I love this Pokémon so much that I even have a plush Sableye since they're really strong and cute. They're just like me because we both love to prank people and make jokes!

    They're really awesome Pokémon, but their weakness is to Fairy-type Pokémon.

    I remember the first time I saw a Sableye was in Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Darkness. They were so strong and cool-looking. They instantly became my favorite ghost Pokémon.

    And since they have no weaknesses with their type arrangement, why wouldn't you want one!?

The Newcomers
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    Dawn Wings Necrozma

    

    Bro is legendary with Lunala and looks sick.

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The Contenders

13. Mimikyu

    

    Mimikyu is a dual-type Ghost and Fairy Pokémon whose ability, Disguise, allows it to avoid damage from an opponent's first attack. The disguise is represented by a rag that resembles Pikachu, which helps Mimikyu hide its true form. This ability gives Mimikyu a strategic advantage in battles by allowing... read more

    I like its ability, Disguise. It could still get burned, frozen, poisoned, put to sleep, and paralyzed, by the way. But if Mimikyu isn't speedy, it wouldn't take damage that one turn because of its ability Disguise, but on the second turn, yes, it will take damage.

    Honestly, this Pokémon pretty much carried me through the game. The awesome Disguise ability helped it withstand so many moves like Doom Desire and Flash Cannon. 10/10 Pokémon!

    This Pokémon is insanely creepy and cute at the same time. Great backstory. Also, considering it is millenniums better than Pikachu, it got what it wanted.

14. Rotom

    

    Rotom, known in Japan by the same name, first appeared in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. It is an Electric and Ghost-type Pokémon in its base form. Rotom can possess various electrical appliances, transforming into different forms that each have unique typings and moves.

    Seriously... Seriously?

    Rotom should be at least in the top 5, or ten at least. This thing is an absolute beast! This thing has 6 forms. SIX FORMS. All of these forms have a ton of resistances, and virtually no weaknesses. Not only do these forms have crazy stats, but they can learn 50% of all TMs, which means they have the best flexibility.

    Rotom Wash is an amazing tank. It has amazing defensive stats and only has one weakness: Grass. Rotom Fan has some pretty good attacks, as well as Rotom Frost. Rotom Mow can deal with Spikes, set up for HP draining, and Rotom Heat makes for a great sweeper.

    All of this, combined with amazing stats and flexibility, means that Rotom can fill in any team, even when he is still in his Ghost form. Long story short, put Rotom in your team. You will not regret it.

15. Jellicent

    

    It has extremely powerful defense and special defense. I can use powerful moves while taking less damage from an opponent's Pokémon. I know this because I beat a Kyogre with my shiny Jellicent.

    Have it hold the Life Orb and teach it Recover so it can deal massive damage while recovering. The best ability for it is Cursed Body.

    The only Ghost and Water Pokémon that can learn some wicked water moves (Surf, etc.) and some great ghost moves (Shadow Ball, etc.). Therefore, Jellicent is the best of both worlds! I also like the different gender appearances, and Frillish is adorable!

16. Spiritomb

    

    Spiritomb, known in Japan as Mikaruge, is a dual-type Ghost and Dark Pokémon introduced in Generation IV. It is composed of 108 spirits and is known for its unusual method of being obtained by interacting with the Odd Keystone. Spiritomb does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.

    Before Gen 6, Spiritomb did not have any weaknesses, making him one of the deadliest to deal with.

    Not only is Spiritomb powerful, but he has an awesome design. What's not to love?

    Only 1 weakness, and no Pokémon can out-look it. By far the best Pokémon that can sweep anyone in its way.

17. Haunter

    

    Haunter, known in Japan as Ghost, is a dual-type Ghost and Poison Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Gastly starting at level 25 and evolves into Gengar when traded. Haunter is known for its ghostly appearance and mischievous behavior.

    When I had a Haunter, I remember it destroying whole teams with Dream Eater. Definitely cooler than Gengar and very powerful.

    Used to be my favorite ghost type, but was destroyed when I found out about Mega Banette's design. Otherwise, pretty good.

    Can't trade to get a Gengar? Haunter is a perfect substitute!

18. Trevenant

    

    Trevenant is a dual-type Ghost/Grass Pokémon introduced in the Pokémon franchise's sixth generation. It evolves from Phantump when traded. Trevenant is characterized by its haunting, tree-like appearance and deep connection to forests, where it is said to protect trees and punish those who harm the woods... read more

    Shouldn't Trevenant be higher on the list? He is a literal beast! I watched a Pokémon battle where a level 50 Trevenant destroyed a level 50 Darkrai and a level 50 Tyranitar, and it was nearly at full health.

    You need to teach him the moves Leech Seed, Horn Leech, Protect, and Will-O-Wisp, and he needs the ability Harvest. Give him a Sitrus Berry. All you need to do is place Leech Seed on the enemy, and on the next turn, use Will-O-Wisp. If he takes a lot of damage, he will heal up with the Sitrus Berry and just regrow it. Just stall the enemy out with Protect and use Horn Leech to do more damage and heal yourself. He won't die in one hit as he has very high defense. Just tank them down with that power.

    Don't worry about those deadly Normal type moves. You're a Ghost type.

19. Decidueye

    

    Dude, Decidueye is literally my favorite Pokémon of all time! He is the only Ghost-type starter Pokémon. The only thing that disappoints me is that he isn't in the amorphous group with all the other ghosts.

    Also, he is better than Incineroar and would have been flipping AWESOME in Smash. Like, 10 times better than Incineroar could ever be. Ghost types are the best type.

    When I first saw Decidueye, I thought he was Grass and Flying, but I was wrong. It has amazing stats, moves, and an awesome design. The concept of an owl archer is original. As a bonus, it appears in Pokkén Tournament on Nintendo Switch.

20. Drifblim

    

    This Pokémon is the evolution of one of my favorite and first Pokémon I have ever had. It is just so darn cool, and I really like its design.

    Deserves to be higher. In battle, it can be set up in such a way that nothing can attack it.

    Ominous Wind, Minimize, Stockpile, and Baton Pass. If I get all those stats onto a Pokémon, it's victory.

21. Golurk

    

    All three elemental punches plus Drain Punch and STAB Shadow Punch with Iron Fist makes Golurk a Trick Room sweeper with its beastly 124 Attack, or annoy your opponent with No Guard Dynamic Punch. Plus, it can learn Fly, which makes it the Superman equivalent of Pokémon.

    I am so surprised Gengar beat this thing. I mean, you get so few Ghost types with high Attack instead of Special Attack, making it uncommon. It also has a badass design, move pool, and Shiny form.

    I mean, I know he isn't the best Ghost type, but he definitely has more usefulness than Dusknoir or Mismagius. He has such an epic design and learnset. Golurk is my all-time favorite Pokemon, so he should be top 10.

22. Lunala

    

    Lunala is a Legendary Psychic and Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon. It is classified as the Moon Pokémon and appears as the mascot for Pokémon Moon. Lunala plays a central role in the game's storyline and evolves from Cosmoem, which evolves from Cosmog.

    Lunala is such an awesome Pokémon with a cool design, and because it is a legendary Pokémon, I just love it even more! It has such a cool and awesome design with an awesome move set. I literally don't know how you can hate on this Pokémon.

    Lunala is tied with Giratina for the highest base stat total of all Ghost-type Pokémon. Its signature move is awesome. It has a very good movepool and can cover its weaknesses very easily. What else do you want from this beast?

    Come on, why didn't anyone know she's on this list? She is awesome, and I'd choose Moon over Sun.

23. Dusclops

    

    This Pokémon should be higher on the list than Dusknoir because of the Eviolite boost.

    I hate him when I'm against him, but I love him when I play him.

    Eviolite makes him just as good as Dusknoir without the ugly change.

    Defeated Ash's Charizard in the anime.

24. Duskull

    

25. Gourgeist

    

    Gourgeist is a Pokémon species introduced in the Pokémon franchise's sixth generation. It is a Ghost/Grass-type Pokémon that evolves from Pumpkaboo when traded. Gourgeist's form depends on the size of Pumpkaboo at the time of evolution, resulting in Small, Average, Large, and Super Size variations. It... read more

    Not only does Diantha have a Gourgeist (Kalos champion), but Gourgeist also has a great selection of powerful Ghost-type moves and Grass-type moves. For example, Shadow Ball, Phantom Force, and Seed Bomb. Notably, Gourgeist has Trick-or-Treat, which turns your opponent into a Ghost type. This means that because Ghost type is super effective on Ghost type, you can hit your foe incredibly hard! Gourgeist also has different sizes, which is unique, and evolves from the adorable Pumpkaboo!

    Seriously? 28? Wow. Remember Gen 6? It is a great dual-type. Like, seriously. It has the same number of weaknesses as Chandelure, but Chandelure is number 2 on the list!? Wow. You people don't know your Pokémon at all. What kind of fans are some people?

26. Misdreavus

    

    I was in third grade getting my first Pokémon card pack, and the very first card I saw was Misdreavus. I instantly loved her.

    I just love her in the games as well, and her design is great. But there was another Ghost type I really like too, and that is Banette. Ugh. They are both so awesome. I don't know who to decide on.

    Really? 28? Her evolved form is up in the top ten, but she's all the way down here? Shame on all of you.

    A Poké doesn't have to be fully evolved to be good. She gives every NU physical spinner nightmares. She burns them with her Will-O-Wisp, and that's all she wrote.

27. Shedinja

    

    When I first encountered one of these Pokémon, it wiped my team out because I had no idea what Wonder Guard was, and I was like, What the hell? It doesn't die!

    He is one of my favorite Pokémon. Even though he only has one HP, he is a good Pokémon. Don't use him against Leon, though. I learned that the hard way. I have an all-ghost team, so being that Leon has two Ghost types... Just don't use Shedinja in the battles that matter.

    Who needs health when you have Wonder Guard?

    Just one problem: you have to stare at its back when you use him, so your soul is now gone.