greavard
Generation IX · #0971 — Ghost Dog Pokémon
Greavard, the Ghost Dog Pokémon, is a Generation IX Ghost-type Pokémon that represents the spirit of a canine that perished in the wilderness without ever encountering human civilization. Classified as National Pokédex #971, this spectral creature stands 0.6 meters tall and weighs 35 kilograms, making it a relatively diminutive ghost with surprisingly endearing characteristics. With a base stat total of 290, Greavard possesses modest offensive capabilities with an Attack stat of 61, but truly excels in its ability to form emotional bonds with trainers. Its defining trait—the candle-like protrusion atop its head that glows with a purplish-yellow flame—serves as both an identifier and a representation of its spectral nature, burning as a beacon in the darkness.
Base Stats
Height
0.6m
Weight
35.0kg
Category
Ghost Dog Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
white
Shape
quadruped
Abilities
Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.
Damage from contact moves is halved. Damage from Fire moves is doubled.
Greavard Biology & Physical Characteristics
Greavard is a quadrupedal canine Pokémon whose entire body is shrouded in long, shaggy pale grey fur that cascades down to its stubby limbs and large, rounded feet. Rather than conventional teeth, Greavard possesses serrated lips capable of generating a bite powerful enough to shatter bone—a fearsome trait belying its gentle demeanor. The creature's face is predominantly concealed beneath its voluminous fur, with only a large black triangular nose and a jagged mouth visible, creating an appearance both endearing and slightly spectral. Its most distinctive feature is the candle-like appendage crowning its head, which emits a small flame that serves as a beacon when the Pokémon rests underground. Greavard's wispy tail extends thinly from its rear, completing its ethereal silhouette. A particularly unsettling aspect of Greavard's biology is its ability to unconsciously drain the life force of those who interact with it too frequently, accomplished through the rubbing of its fur against others—a phenomenon that occurs slowly and unwittingly, suggesting the Pokémon possesses no malicious intent.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Greavard Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Greavard exhibits a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for straightforward breeding without complications or gender-based distribution issues. Despite its classification within the Field egg group, Greavard shares breeding compatibility with a range of Pokémon that similarly occupy terrestrial ecosystems, though its Ghost-type nature grants it unique breeding interactions that reflect its spectral heritage. The breeding cycle for Greavard requires approximately 20 egg cycles, equivalent to 4,884 to 5,140 steps, making it a moderately quick hatcher compared to many Pokémon species. Offspring inherit characteristics from both parents, and when bred with compatible Pokémon, may inherit moves from Greavard's extensive movepool that includes Shadow Sneak, Phantom Force, and various fang-based attacks. Female Greavard demonstrate the same affectionate and emotionally dependent behaviors as males, showing no behavioral dimorphism despite their equal representation in the species. The base happiness value of 50 indicates that Greavard begins with a neutral emotional state toward trainers, though this rapidly escalates to extreme loyalty upon receiving any form of attention or interaction.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ruby sapphire
tm05
emerald
tm05
gold silver
tm05
crystal
tm05
diamond pearl
tm05
black white
tm05
platinum
tm05
heartgold soulsilver
tm05
firered leafgreen
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black 2 white 2
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm05
x y
tm05
xd
tm05
colosseum
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ultra sun ultra moon
+297 more TMs/HMs
greavard's Evolution Chain
Greavard Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Greavard evolves into Houndstone, a more formidable Ghost-type Pokémon, but only under specific conditions that reflect the creature's tragic origin story. The evolution is triggered exclusively when Greavard reaches level 30 while the game's time setting is set to nighttime, a poignant mechanic that mirrors the nocturnal and ethereal nature of these spectral canines. This evolution method serves as a narrative reminder that Greavard must transition from its lonely, searching phase into a more established ghost dog in the darkness of night. Houndstone represents the full manifestation of the reborn canine spirit, carrying forward the characteristics established in Greavard's base form while amplifying its ghostly power and presence. The nocturnal requirement underscores the lore that suggests Greavard is the reincarnation of a wild dog that died without human contact, and only in the embrace of darkness can it fully transform into its evolved state. This evolution stands as a unique mechanic within Generation IX, as Greavard and Houndstone together remain the sole Pokémon capable of possessing the Fluffy ability, making their evolutionary line distinctly specialized.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Greavard Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Greavard is renowned for its affectionate and friendly temperament, displaying an almost desperate need for companionship and social interaction. According to Pokédex entries, this Ghost-type Pokémon is profoundly averse to solitude; receiving even the slightest attention from a human causes it to become so enamored that it will follow that person indefinitely. This characteristic makes Greavard simultaneously endearing and potentially problematic, as trainers must be cautious not to engage with the Pokémon excessively, lest they inadvertently suffer from its life-draining ability. Greavard typically inhabits boreal mountain regions, where it demonstrates a peculiar behavioral pattern of burying itself underground with only its distinctive head candle exposed above the surface. From this hidden position, it waits patiently for passersby, and when approached, it emerges with a startling cry that belies its fundamentally gentle nature. Despite its ghostly origins, Greavard possesses a gamboling and roughhouse personality, approaching play and social interaction with unbridled enthusiasm and an almost puppyish eagerness to connect with others.
Pokedex Entries
It is said that a dog Pokémon that died in the wild without ever interacting with a human was reborn as this Pokémon.
This friendly Pokémon doesn’t like being alone. Pay it even the slightest bit of attention, and it will follow you forever.
Greavard Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Greavard's name derives from a combination of 'grave' and 'yard,' perfectly encapsulating its nature as a ghostly dog spirit bound to burial grounds and places of death. The Japanese name 'Bochi' carries connotations of isolation and loneliness, directly referencing the Pokémon's emotional core and its desperate need for companionship. The design philosophy centers on creating a ghost dog that appears simultaneously cuddly and unsettling—a creature that draws trainers in with its adorable proportions and pitiful nature while simultaneously harboring a darker, more sinister aspect through its life-draining abilities. The shaggy fur design evokes imagery of old, weathered gravestones overgrown with moss and grass, while the candle-crowned head references the eternal flames of remembrance often associated with memorial sites and spiritual folklore. Every physical characteristic, from the serrated lips to the wispy tail, contributes to an aesthetic that balances cuteness with an underlying spectral melancholy. The color palette of pale grey and purplish-yellow flames reinforces the ghost-type classification while creating a visually cohesive design that feels both mournful and peculiarly charming.
Learnable Moves
Greavard can learn 52 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| destiny bond | ghost | Status | — | — | 5 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| disable | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire fang | fire | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hex | ghost | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| howl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| lick | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 |
| memento | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| night shade | ghost | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| phantom force | ghost | Physical | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| play rough | fairy | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| poltergeist | ghost | Physical | 110 | 90 | 5 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic fangs | psychic | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow sneak | ghost | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| tail whip | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder fang | electric | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| yawn | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
Greavard Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Greavard occupies a niche role primarily as a lower-tier competitor, limited by its base stat total of 290 and relatively unimpressive offensive and defensive spreads. Its most compelling competitive attribute is access to the Fluffy hidden ability, which halves damage from contact moves while doubling Fire-type damage—a double-edged property that can be strategically leveraged depending on the metagame composition. The Pickup ability, while useful for retrieving held items during and after battles, provides minimal tactical advantage in competitive formats where item management is carefully controlled. Greavard's movepool includes competitively viable options such as Shadow Sneak, Phantom Force, Crunch, Play Rough, and Dig, providing reasonable type coverage despite its limited Special Attack stat of 30. The low Speed stat of 34 ensures that Greavard typically moves last in turn order, making it unsuitable for offensive strategies that rely on outspeeding opponents. Its viable competitive applications lie primarily in doubles formats where Fluffy can receive strategic support, or in casual playstyles where its affectionate personality and lower stat requirements make it accessible to newer trainers. Most competitive players utilize Greavard primarily during the early-game portions of campaigns before evolving it into the superior Houndstone at level 30 during nighttime.
Commonly Asked Questions About Greavard
What type is Greavard?
Greavard is a ghost type Pokemon.
What does Greavard evolve into?
Greavard evolves into houndstone.
What are Greavard's weaknesses?
Greavard is weak to ghost and dark type moves.
Greavard Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Greavard has resonated with Pokémon fans as a uniquely melancholic creature that subverts typical ghost-type expectations through its overwhelming friendliness and emotional vulnerability. Its design and lore have sparked extensive discussions within fan communities regarding themes of loneliness, reincarnation, and the supernatural bond between humans and animals. The Pokémon's mechanic of unconsciously draining life force while remaining fundamentally well-intentioned has inspired considerable creative fan works exploring the tragic tension between Greavard's desire for companionship and the unintended harm it causes. Within the broader Pokémon community, Greavard has become symbolic of Generation IX's willingness to introduce darker, more psychologically complex creatures that challenge traditional characterizations. The nocturnal evolution requirement has fascinated players interested in narrative-driven mechanics, establishing Greavard as a centerpiece Pokémon for those seeking emotional depth in their team compositions. Social media platforms have seen proliferation of fan art emphasizing Greavard's puppy-like desperation for affection, often paired with darker undertones referencing its life-draining nature. The Pokémon serves as an example of how Game Freak successfully balances adorable aesthetics with genuinely eerie behavioral elements, creating memorable creatures that linger in players' imaginations long after initial encounters.
Where to Find Greavard in Every Pokémon Game
Greavard is obtainable in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet as a native Generation IX species, discoverable in boreal mountain regions that reflect its natural habitat preferences. Within these games, Greavard appears as a relatively common encounter in appropriate terrain types and elevations, with a capture rate of 120 making it straightforward to recruit into a trainer's team using standard Poké Balls. The species has local Pokédex number 0311 in Scarlet and Violet, indicating its significance within the regional Pokédex. Players may encounter Greavard at various points throughout their adventure, though strategic players often defer capturing one until nighttime approaches, as this allows immediate evolution into Houndstone upon reaching level 30 without waiting for subsequent play sessions. The species' presence in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, an upcoming title from Game Freak, suggests continued availability in future generations and potential expansion of its movepool through new technical machines and leveling options. For players seeking hidden abilities, the Fluffy ability can be obtained through Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's raid encounters or breeding mechanics, though availability may vary depending on specific raid distributions or breeding conditions at any given time.