gengar-mega #10038
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gengar-mega
Generation I · #10038 — Shadow Pokémon
Mega Gengar is the Mega Evolution form of the classic Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon Gengar, achievable through the use of Gengarite. First introduced in Generation VI, Mega Gengar represents a dramatic transformation that amplifies the spectral nature of its base form while maintaining its dual typing. This form dramatically enhances Gengar's already impressive Special Attack stat from 130 to a formidable 170, making it one of the most offensively potent Ghost-type Pokémon available. Additionally, Mega Gengar gains significant improvements to its Defense (from 60 to 80) and Special Defense (from 75 to 95), while its Speed increases from 110 to 130, resulting in a total base stat sum of 600 compared to Gengar's 500. The most notable change, however, is its signature ability Shadow Tag, which prevents opposing Pokémon from fleeing or switching out—a devastating competitive advantage that has made Mega Gengar a cornerstone of competitive battling since its introduction.
Base Stats
Height
1.4m
Weight
40.5kg
Category
Shadow Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
purple
Shape
upright
Habitat
cave
Abilities
Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out.
Gengar-mega Biology & Physical Characteristics
The transformation from Gengar to Mega Gengar brings profound physical and supernatural changes to the Shadow Pokémon. While Mega Gengar remains slightly smaller than its base form at 1.4 meters in height compared to Gengar's 1.5 meters, it becomes considerably more menacing in appearance. The weight remains consistent at 40.5 kilograms, suggesting that Mega Evolution consolidates the Pokémon's mass into a denser, more compact form. The Mega Evolution process accentuates Gengar's ethereal, ghost-like qualities, with its spectral nature becoming even more pronounced. According to Pokédex entries spanning multiple generations, Gengar has long been described as a creature that steals heat from its surroundings—a trait that becomes even more potent in its Mega form. The ability Shadow Tag appears to be a manifestation of Gengar's supernatural power, creating an inescapable dimensional trap that prevents escape or switching, a capability that defines this form's presence in battle.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gengar-mega Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Mega Gengar maintains the same gender distribution as its base form, with a 50% male and 50% female ratio among the species. Gengar belongs to the Amorphous egg group, which consists of Pokémon that often possess ghost-like, gelatinous, or otherwise unusual forms. This egg group classification reflects the otherworldly and supernatural nature of Gengar's species across all its forms. Like its base form, Gengar hatches from eggs after 20 cycles, equivalent to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of in-game travel. The base friendship value for wild-caught Gengar stands at 70, indicating a moderately approachable disposition despite its ghostly nature—though this friendliness may be deceiving given its predatory behavior described in Pokédex entries. Breeding Gengar with other members of the Amorphous egg group can produce Gastly offspring, allowing trainers to perpetuate the evolutionary line. The breeding mechanics remain consistent whether the Gengar in question can Mega Evolve or not, meaning that the Mega Evolution capability does not affect reproductive viability or egg-group membership, ensuring that Mega Gengar can continue to pass its genetics to the next generation.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
sword shield
tm04
sword shield
tm05
sword shield
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
+797 more TMs/HMs
gengar-mega's Evolution Chain
Gengar-mega Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Mega Gengar represents the pinnacle of evolution for the Gastly line, which begins with the weak but deceptively fast Gastly, evolves into the more formidable Haunter through leveling, and culminates in Gengar when Haunter is traded or exposed to a Linking Cord. The progression from Gengar to Mega Gengar requires the Mega Stone known as Gengarite, which must be held by Gengar during battle to trigger the transformation. The Mega Evolution process dramatically reshapes Gengar's capabilities, most notably elevating its Special Attack to 170, making it capable of dealing catastrophic special damage output. The boost to Speed from 110 to 130 ensures that Mega Gengar outspeeds many common threats in competitive play, allowing it to strike first with its devastating Special Attack. The improvements to defensive stats, while modest, provide Mega Gengar with slightly better survivability than its base form. Perhaps most crucially, the acquisition of the Shadow Tag ability transforms Mega Gengar into a competitive force capable of trapping opponents' Pokémon and controlling the pace of battle with unparalleled precision, fundamentally changing how Gengar functions as a strategic team member.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Gengar-mega Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Mega Gengar exhibits behavior characteristic of the Shadow Pokémon lineage, though intensified by its evolution. The original Pokédex entries describe how Gengar likes to mimic the shadows of people and laugh at their fright, particularly under the full moon, behavior that becomes more sinister in its Mega form. This Pokémon allegedly absorbs the heat and life force from its surroundings, causing sudden chills and mysterious temperature drops that signal its presence. Gengar is known to hide in people's shadows at night, lying in wait for opportunities to drain the warmth and energy from unsuspecting victims. Some Pokédex entries even suggest that Gengar's presence and abilities are linked to cursing—victims of Gengar's attention may find themselves under supernatural affliction. The enhanced power of Mega Gengar suggests an even greater capacity for these spectral activities, making it a particularly dangerous encounter in its evolved state. Those who experience an unexplained chill or sense a sudden supernatural presence in the darkness may well be in the vicinity of a Mega Gengar preparing to strike.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
Under a full moon, this POKéMON likes to mimic the shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
A GENGAR is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
Generation II
It steals heat from its surround ings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
Generation III
Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
Deep in the night, your shadow cast by a streetlight may suddenly overtake you. It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
On the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be GENGAR’s doing.
Generation IV
It hides in shadows. It is said that if GENGAR is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees F.
Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey’s life force.
The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a GENGAR delighting in casting curses on people.
It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey’s shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
Generation V
The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
Generation VI
It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Hiding in people’s shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
Generation VII
Should you feel yourself attacked by a sudden chill, it is evidence of an approaching Gengar. There is no escaping it. Give up.
You can hear tales told all over the world about how Gengar will pay a visit to children who are naughty.
It apparently wishes for a traveling companion. Since it was once human itself, it tries to create one by taking the lives of other humans.
Even your home isn’t safe. Gengar will lurk in whatever dark corner of a room it can find and wait for its chance to catch its prey.
A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
Generation VIII
On the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be Gengar’s doing.
It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
Possesses potential victims' shadows in an effort to steal away the victims' lives. If your shadow begins to laugh, you must take hold of a protective charm posthaste!
Gengar-mega Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Gengar derives from the German word "doppelgänger," referring to a ghostly double or phantom twin of a living person, perfectly encapsulating the mysterious, shadow-mimicking nature of this Pokémon. The Japanese name "Gangar" similarly suggests a supernatural or ghostly quality. Gengar's design in its base form resembles a bipedal, ghost-like creature with a rounded body, spikes, and a distinctive mischievous expression, reminiscent of traditional Japanese yokai or Western poltergeists. The Mega Evolution design of Mega Gengar emphasizes the most menacing aspects of this aesthetic, making the Pokémon appear more sinister and otherworldly while maintaining its recognizable silhouette. The slightly reduced height in Mega form suggests a condensation of spiritual energy rather than a growth, implying that Mega Evolution doesn't necessarily increase Gengar's physical mass but rather concentrates its supernatural potency. The design successfully communicates the enhanced danger and power of Mega Gengar through visual intensity rather than simple size increase, with sharper details and a more aggressive posture reinforcing its status as a shadow predator and supernatural threat.
Learnable Moves
Gengar-mega can learn 87 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| destiny bond | ghost | Status | — | — | 5 |
| disable | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| embargo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| haze | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| hex | ghost | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hypnosis | psychic | Status | — | 60 | 20 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| infestation | bug | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| lick | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 |
| mean look | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| night shade | ghost | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| nightmare | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| poison gas | poison | Status | — | 90 | 40 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| role play | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seismic toss | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow punch | ghost | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| skill swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| smog | poison | Special | 30 | 70 | 20 |
| snatch | dark | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sucker punch | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| telekinesis | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| trick room | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| venoshock | poison | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| will o wisp | fire | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| wonder room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
Gengar-mega Competitive Battle Guide
Mega Gengar stands as one of the most formidable and influential Pokémon in competitive battling history, a status cemented by the combination of its exceptional Special Attack stat of 170 and its signature ability Shadow Tag. The ability to prevent opponents from switching out creates unprecedented board control, allowing trainers to trap threats and force favorable matchups while denying opponents their strategic flexibility. With a Special Attack base stat of 170, Mega Gengar delivers crushing special damage through moves like Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, and Psychic, capable of eliminating threats in a single strike. Its Special Defense stat of 95 and Speed stat of 130 provide reasonable bulk and velocity, allowing Mega Gengar to outspeed neutral-natured base 100 Speed threats and survive hits that would obliterate slower special attackers. The improved Defense of 80 offers modest physical durability, though Mega Gengar still remains fragile against physical attacks. The competitive metagame has consistently recognized Mega Gengar's dominance, leading to extensive discussion and occasional restriction in various formats due to its oppressive Shadow Tag ability. Trainers employing Mega Gengar must carefully structure their team around this Pokémon's role as a late-game sweeper and threat eliminator, using its ability to trap and remove key threats as the foundation of their winning strategy.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gengar-mega
What type is Gengar-mega?
Gengar-mega is a ghost and poison type Pokemon.
What does Gengar-mega evolve into?
Gengar-mega does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Gengar-mega's weaknesses?
Gengar-mega is weak to ground, psychic, ghost and dark type moves.
Gengar-mega Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gengar has maintained substantial cultural presence throughout Pokémon media since Generation I, with notable appearances by trainers such as Morty, the Ecruteak City gym leader, and Agatha of the Kanto Elite Four, both of whom wielded powerful Gengar in battle. Ash himself eventually obtained a Gengar that evolved from a Haunter he caught, making the species personally significant to the anime's protagonist. Mega Gengar's introduction in Generation VI expanded the character's relevance in contemporary Pokémon discourse, representing the franchise's evolution toward more powerful and complex battle mechanics. The species has appeared across multiple anime series, manga adaptations, and spin-off games, consistently portrayed as a menacing supernatural force worthy of respect from experienced trainers. The design of Gengar appeals to trainers who appreciate ghost-type Pokémon lore and competitive depth, cementing its status as a fan-favorite despite its terrifying nature. Mega Gengar's competitive dominance has ensured ongoing discussion within the Pokémon battling community, with the Pokémon serving as a benchmark for balance discussions and metagame development across multiple generations. The species represents a perfect synthesis of atmospheric lore, competitive viability, and aesthetic appeal that has ensured its prominence in Pokémon culture for decades.
Where to Find Gengar-mega in Every Pokémon Game
Mega Gengar was first made available to trainers in Generation VI games Pokémon X and Y, where players could obtain a Gengarite Mega Stone in Lumiose City and capture Gengar in the Kalos region. The species has remained available in subsequent generations through various means, including Pokémon Sword and Shield where Gengar can be found in the Wild Area and can access both Mega Evolution and Gigantamax forms. Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet continue to feature Gengar within their Pokédex, allowing modern trainers to acquire and train this classic Ghost/Poison type. Pokémon Go introduced Mega Gengar to mobile players, with the species available through Mega Evolution mechanics using Mega Energy. The Gengarite Mega Stone required for Mega Evolution has been distributed through various in-game events, battle facilities, and post-game content across multiple generations, ensuring that committed trainers can consistently obtain the necessary item to trigger Mega Gengar's transformation. The wide availability of Gengar and its Mega Stone across numerous Pokémon titles demonstrates the species' continued relevance and popularity with game developers, who have consistently ensured that trainers have reasonable opportunities to add this powerful Ghost-type to their teams and experience the dramatic power boost of Mega Evolution.