Mismagius's Ghost typing gives it an immunity to Normal and Fighting. Only 2 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. Levitate adds more value on top. Known as the Magical Pokemon.
Mismagius's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, HP trails, 3 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Sp. Atk and Sp. Def EVs, on a fast 800K XP curve.
Its cry sounds like an incantation. It is said the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power.
Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it.
Mismagius Weakness
ExcellentGhost and Dark-type moves hit Mismagius for super-effective damage. The upside? Normal and Fighting-type moves can't touch it at all. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Mismagius's special bulk (base 105 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Mismagius doesn't evolve through normal leveling. You'll need an evolution item to get here from Misdreavus's line. Breed this form to get Misdreavus eggs (average hatch time). Evolving from Misdreavus gave Mismagius the biggest boost in Sp.Atk (+20), bringing the total to 495 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Mismagius to get Misdreavus eggs easily using 63 partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
The game plan is straightforward: click Nasty Plot, then sweep. Leftovers and Levitate support the setup turn. EVs go into max Sp. Atk and Speed so Mismagius hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Best Mismagius Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Nasty Plot
- Draining Kiss
- Dazzling Gleam
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Mismagius's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 9 types on top of Poltergeist and Phantom Force for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Mismagius's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Shadow Ball and Hex, and coverage across 10 types keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
Without breeding, Mismagius misses out on Curse and Destiny Bond. That's 9 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Phantom Force and Shadow Ball, with coverage across 9 types rounding things out.
Need something that threatens multiple types? Mismagius's movepool delivers. Coverage across 10 types plus STAB from Phantom Force and Shadow Ball gives it answers for most defensive cores you'll run into.
low spawn rates across 11 encounter spots for Mismagius. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Mismagius in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Mismagius starts with Misdreavus at Lv. 10-60 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MisdreavusEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyWaterNightEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyCaveNightEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSTagtree Thicket - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyForestNightEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - LakeOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteNightMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyCaveNightMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyCaveNightMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNightMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.10-409%EarlyRouteNight
Step 2Mismagius ✓HARDCasseroya Lake - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateWaterNightHARDEast Province (Area Three) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.40-601%LateCaveNightHARDNorth Province (Area One) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDSouth Province (Area One) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightHARDTagtree Thicket - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateForestNightHARDWest Province (Area Three) - LakeOverworldLv.40-601%LateRouteNightor evolve from Misdreavus (Step 1)
Mismagius starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 1 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Mismagius in Legends: Arceus
Misdreavus is your first catch on the way to Mismagius. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MisdreavusEFFORTLESSIce Column ChamberGrassCommonIceEASYCelestica RuinsGrassUncommonRuinsNightEASYSacred PlazaGrassUncommonFacilityNightEASYStonetooth RowsGrassUncommonNight
Step 2Mismagius ✓EASYStonetooth RowsGrassUncommonor evolve from Misdreavus (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Mismagius. The 2-stage line runs through Misdreavus, which you can catch at decent rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Mismagius in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Misdreavus is your first catch on the way to Mismagius. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-21 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MisdreavusEASYEterna ForestGrassLv.10-1120%EarlyForestNightEASYLost Tower - 1FGrassLv.1720%MidBuildingNightEASYLost Tower - 2FGrassLv.1820%MidBuildingNightEASYLost Tower - 3FGrassLv.1920%MidBuildingNightEASYLost Tower - 4FGrassLv.2020%MidBuildingNightEASYLost Tower - 5FGrassLv.2120%MidBuildingNightDazzling CaveGrassLv.16-20MidCaveStargleam CavernGrassLv.16-20MidCave
Step 2Mismagius ✓
Mismagius doesn't appear wild. Catch Misdreavus instead, it shows up at moderate rates. Evolve it through a special method to get Mismagius. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Mismagius in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Mismagius starts with Misdreavus at Lv. 37-57 via gift and walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MisdreavusMODERATEPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.37-433%LateMODERATEPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.37-433%LateMODERATEPoni MeadowUltra SunGrassLv.54-5710%PostNightMODERATEPoni MeadowUltra MoonGrassLv.54-5710%PostNightMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.49-552%PostMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.49-552%Post
Step 2Mismagius ✓
Don't let Mismagius's 495 base stat total fool you. Levitate is what makes it tick — it punches way above its weight class. We rate it B-Tier as a sweeper.
Misdreavus evolves into Mismagius using a Dusk Stone. Mismagius is the fully evolved form. At 495 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Run Levitate on Mismagius. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. With base 105 Speed, Levitate gives Mismagius an edge before opponents can react.
Mismagius fills the sweeper role. It's a special attacker with base 105 Sp. Atk. Base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Mismagius appears in 12 games, including Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver, and Diamond & Pearl.
Mismagius has been available in 12 games since Diamond & Pearl, though obtaining it requires an item-based evolution. This extra step makes it less common than Pokemon found through standard wild encounters.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A