Top 10 Scariest Pokemon

1. Hypno

   

   Hypno, known in Japan as Sleeper, was first introduced in Generation I and is known for its pendulum, which it uses to put others to sleep. Hypno evolves from Drowzee starting at level 26.

   I remember the first time I listened to Hypno's Lullaby. There is only one word to describe that experience: surreal. I felt sort of weird afterward, kind of down and tired, as if my energy had been drained. I picked up my 3DS and started playing Pokemon Sun, but I felt this urge to talk to every Hypno in the game's overworld, hoping that one would hypnotize me.

   When none of them did, I visited the Pokedex and made the image of Hypno swing its pendulum, hoping that I would be hypnotized. Only by watching a Top 10 Cutest Pokemon list was I able to feel better. I know it sounds like a bad creepypasta, but it's true. Ever since then, I have been terrified of Hypno and anything to do with it, including real-world hypnosis.

2. Yamask

   

   Yamask, known in Japan as Desumasu, was introduced in Generation V and is a Ghost-type Pokémon. It evolves into Cofagrigus starting at level 34. In the Galar region, it can evolve into Runerigus when it takes at least 49 HP in damage and is leveled up in the Dusty Bowl area.

   A human died, turned into a ghost Pokémon, and carries a mask resembling its face.

   That episode in Black & White where it inspired Cilan was so scary!

   Totally scary. Imagine how much scarier it gets when it evolves. Definitely one of the scariest Pokémon evolution families.

3. Darkrai

   

   Darkrai, known by the same name in Japan, is a Dark-type Legendary Pokémon that debuted in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. It is known for its signature ability to induce nightmares in others. Darkrai was also featured in the movie Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai, where it played a central role.

   I love this one so much, and yes, I agree that it's scary. Its call is so creepy too! P.S. I have a shiny one on Pokémon Ultra Moon.

   I find being killed in your sleep more disturbing than almost anything. The only other thing that scares me is hypnosis.

   It's basically the Boogeyman of Pokémon, giving people nightmares wherever it goes.

4. 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.

   He can fly and send me to the Distortion World. I always need my cross so he will go away.

   It is the scariest/coolest Pokémon!

   Looks like it's alive and dead. Black and red!

5. 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.

   HELL YES! It should be #1 because it gets revenge on the child that threw it out, and you know what THAT means... That kid is about to wish they hadn't tossed the doll, because their last playdate is going to be in their DEATH BED!

   God, this is creepy. It was an old marionette tossed by a kid, and now this freak is going to kill that kid - and probably the whole family.

   Let's cremate it, shall we?!

   This would definitely scare me later because I keep over 30 stuffed animals. (Wait, do stuffed animals count?)

6. 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.

   Gengar should be number one. Its Gigantamax Pokédex entry says:

   It lays traps, hoping to steal the lives of those it catches. If you stand in front of its mouth, you'll hear your loved one's voice calling out to you. And its mouth leads to the afterlife.

   I remember a time where I saw Gigantamax Charizard seeing illusions of his parents saying, We love you, Charizard. Everybody loves you, Charizard. Someone collected Charizard cards. Pikachu was replaced (they put Pikachu in a trash bin). Silly but scary.

   Why isn't this number one? This is the OG creepy Pokémon! It tricks you into killing yourself!

7. Cubone

   

   Cubone, known in Japan as Karakara, was introduced in Generation I and is known for wearing the skull of its deceased mother. Cubone evolves into Marowak starting at level 28.

   It wears the skull of its dead mother. When it looks up at the moon at night, it cries, and the skull rattles loudly.

   Sad...

   It wears the skull of its mother as a memory. This gave Pokémon games featuring Cubone a bit of a dark side.

   It lost its mother.

8. 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 mean, come on! A scientist died from this creepy pale Pikachu. Only a Shy Guy and Lucy Loud can look at it.

   It represents ghosts turning into mascots just to look scarier, and it's great for Halloween pranks.

   Mimikyu looks adorable, and that's why I love it - because it's cute yet whimsical, rustic-looking, and scary. This thing... someone died from looking at it!

   But it's tough, and I love it, so me and my Mimi are together forever. =D

   Unless it kills me...

   Under that cute Pikachu sheet is an obvious demon that can kill you if you try to peek. Sounds scary to me!

9. 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

   A shadow at the dusk of day.

10. Nidoran

    

    Nidoran is a Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It is unique for having distinct male and female forms, known as Nidoran♂ and Nidoran♀. Each form follows its own evolutionary path and has been featured across games, anime, and merchandise.

    It is an angry one.

The Newcomers
11. ?

    Deoxys

    

    Deoxys, known in Japan by the same name, is a Legendary Pokémon that first became available through special events in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. It has four different forms: Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed. Each form alters Deoxys's stats and appearance, making it a uniquely adaptable Pokémon.

    It has a disturbing appearance - its face looks dead and its eyes seem to stare right past you. No wonder some kids had nightmares about Deoxys.

    Also, when you think about a space virus, you imagine something that could infect creatures like humans, possibly killing or consuming them, and turning them into Deoxys. The world is definitely safer without Deoxys if that's the case.

12. ?

    Buzzwole

    

    Buzzwole is a dual-type Bug and Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation VII. It does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon. Buzzwole is one of the Ultra Beasts and is identified by the code name UB-02 Absorption.

    Nothing is scarier than a mosquito, so a muscular mosquito can be the stuff of nightmares.

The Contenders

13. Yveltal

    

    Yveltal is a fictional creature in the Pokémon franchise. Introduced in the sixth generation, Yveltal is a legendary Dark and Flying-type Pokémon and the mascot of Pokémon Y. It is known as the Destruction Pokémon.

    Yveltal can absorb life energy, and when it reaches the end of its life, it draws... read more

    This bird is the angel of death. I never want to keep it as a pet. It will just absorb life force from everything, only to fall asleep in a cocoon.

    Also, it looks like the Demon King, the blood moon, and the creepy hand you have to fight during blood moons in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Yveltal represents an apocalypse.

    The very embodiment of death, or turning you into stone Medusa-style with its wings. I do not understand why this beat out the more pleasant Xerneas in that Japanese poll.

    This is below Nidoran? This Pokémon is literally death itself.

14. Duskull

    

15. Kadabra

    

    Abra is actually creepy. (QUITE.)

16. Missingno

    

    Missingno is a glitch I saw on YouTube that crashes your game when you catch it. I mean, what would be scarier than a fake Pokémon that crashes your game?

    Come on, people! Arceus is a god Pokemon, but it can be caught and controlled by a mortal. Missingno. can be caught, but it messes up your game, and in some cases, catching Missingno. ruins the game to the point where you can't start a new one.

    It's technically a glitch, but it's also a type - bird/normal. (Not flying; bird was a beta type that was later removed.)

    It would defeat Digimon, Yu-Gi-Oh, Goku, and a lot of other anime characters with ease. It's a glitch Pokemon, therefore making it the strongest!

17. Rayquaza

    

    Rayquaza (pronounced "ray-quay-zah") is a Dragon/Flying-type Legendary Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon franchise. It serves as the mascot for the game Pokémon Emerald. Rayquaza can Mega Evolve into Mega Rayquaza if it knows the move Dragon Ascent and is not holding a Z-Crystal. According... read more

18. Pikachu

    

    Pikachu (Japanese: ピカチュウ) is a species of Pokémon that appears in video games, animated television shows and movies, trading card games, and comic books licensed by The Pokémon Company. It is the mascot of the Pokémon franchise and is widely considered the most iconic Pokémon. Pikachu is well known for... read more

19. Spoink

    

    Spoink, known in Japan as Baneboo, was introduced in Generation III as a Psychic-type Pokémon. It uses a spring-like tail to bounce continuously, which is necessary to keep its heart beating. Spoink evolves into Grumpig starting at level 32.

    It has to jump in its sleep. Poor Spoink. Oh, wait, it gets better - if it faints, it stops bouncing, so in that case, if Spoink faints, it dies. R.I.P. Spoink.

    Let's play: Episode 1

    Let's play: Episode 2 :(

    It will die if it stops bouncing.

20. Mr. Mime

    

    Mr. Mime, known in Japan as Barrierd, first appeared in Pokémon Red and Blue, which were released in 1996 in Japan and 1998 in North America. It is a dual-type Psychic and Fairy Pokémon, though it was originally only Psychic-type before Generation VI. Mr. Mime is known for using mime-like gestures to... read more

    He is a clown. This should be number 2. He looks evil and also looks like Poppy from Poppy's Playtime. He has a lot of funny Pokémon fusion names like:

    Mr. Mime plus Sharpedo equals Mr. Pedo.

    This thing is a clown! How can it not be number one?

    It's just his design. Mimes are creepy, so I think GameFreak did a good job!

21. Gyarados

    

    Gyarados is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon franchise. It evolves from Magikarp, one of the weakest Pokémon. Gyarados has high attack power and strong special defense. Its typing is Water/Flying, or Water/Dark in its Mega Evolution form.

    The concept of a 20-foot serpent destroying your home would make a wise person think twice about owning one.

22. Pinsir

    

    Pinsir, known in Japan as Kailios, was introduced in Generation I as a Bug-type Pokémon. It does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon under normal circumstances.

    However, Pinsir can Mega Evolve into Mega Pinsir when it holds a Pinsirite. In its Mega form, Pinsir gains the Flying type and... read more

    Pinsir's face has scared me since I was a kid. If it had beady eyes like its Red and Blue sprite, it would look less creepy (and also more weird).

    Mr. Mime plus Pinsir equals Mr. Sir.

    Mr. Sir is a Pokémon fusion that should be number 1 on this list.

23. Phantump

    

    I actually find this cute, including the fact that it's the ghost of a child.

    Now I'm terrified of them...

    Oh God...

    Phantump can imitate my voice.

24. Jigglypuff

    

    Jigglypuff, known in Japan as Purin, is a round, pink character recognized for its ability to sing lullabies that put others to sleep. Jigglypuff has appeared in various games, anime episodes, and Super Smash Bros. titles.

    Jigglypuff's eyes look like it has evil intent. Look at that face. Pure evil.

    This chunky creature is a criminal for writing on people's faces.

    My friends and I made a Jigglypuff Takes Over the World movie. It's so scary! It amplifies its voice and takes control, I tell you!

25. Araquanid

    

    Araquanid is fast.

    Even more than a blast.

    In Sword and Shield,

    The speed he will wield.

    In Scarlet and Violet,

    The speed he will regret.

26. 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.

    Ghost and Dark-type Pokemon are common fears. Spiritomb is formed by 108 spirits (people after they die), trapped in an odd keystone that makes noises and looks evil.

    Of course, it also looks like it's doing an evil laugh.

    Spiritomb is a ghost.

    He wants to be the host.

    He will die.

    Inside of his stone will he lie.

    Soon will he bet.

    The speed he will regret.

    At the very least, Spiritomb was terrifying before the dawn of Fairy-types.

27. Guzzlord

    

    Guzzlord is a dual-type Dark and Dragon Pokémon introduced in Generation VII. It does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon. Guzzlord is one of the Ultra Beasts and is referred to by the code name UB-05 Glutton.

    Just imagine you're minding your own business, and then you see a giant black creature with a big tongue, claws, and a massive blue mouth coming to eat you.

    Scary and gluttonous - pretty much the Pokémon equivalent of Gluttony from Fullmetal Alchemist if you made him more terrifying than in canon.

    Guzzlord is a dragon.

    The type list he is not supposed to be on.

    He is big.

    And he will rig.