Misdreavus is technically a pre-evolution of Mismagius, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Levitate gives it a Ground immunity, adding extra value. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. A longtime staple going back to Gen 2.
You won't find a real weakness in Misdreavus's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Screech Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 1 Sp. Def EV, on a fast 800K XP curve.
This Pokémon startles people in the middle of the night. It gathers fear as its energy.
It loves to bite and yank people’s hair from behind without warning, just to see their shocked reactions.
Misdreavus Weakness
ExcellentMisdreavus is weak to Ghost and Dark-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Normal and Fighting-type moves entirely. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Misdreavus's special bulk (base 85 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
To get Mismagius from Misdreavus, you need an evolution item. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 60 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Misdreavus easily with 63 breeding partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
Levitate and Eviolite give Misdreavus staying power beyond its evolution stage. Bold nature boosts Defense, max HP and Defense EVs set the spread, and the pre-evolution bulk actually works here.
Best Build
Best Misdreavus Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Will O Wisp
- Trick Room
- Memento
Recommended Teammates
Most of Misdreavus's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Poltergeist and Phantom Force, but Psychic and Dark and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The offense anchors on Shadow Ball and Hex, with coverage across 8 types adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Misdreavus that handles most situations. Psychic and Thunderbolt give it enough punch where it matters.
Breeding opens up real options for Misdreavus. Curse and Destiny Bond come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Shadow Ball and Hex and coverage across 7 types.
Breeding opens up real options for Misdreavus. Curse and Destiny Bond come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Shadow Ball and Hex and coverage across 8 types.
Misdreavus's scattered across 20 spots in early-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Best Locations
You'll find Misdreavus across 20 walking encounters from Lv. 10-40, sorted by game progression. Earlier spots show up first so you can grab one as soon as it's reachable.
high spawn rates for Misdreavus across 4 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations
4 walking spots from walking for Misdreavus. Sorted by game progression with rates on each row, so you can compare without scrolling through everything.
decent spawn rates for Misdreavus across 8 locations in early-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations
8 walking spots from Lv. 10-21 for Misdreavus. Sorted by game progression with rates on each row, so you can compare without scrolling through everything.
moderate rates for Misdreavus across 6 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Misdreavus. 6 gift and walking spots at Lv. 37-57 spread across Ultra Moon and Ultra Sun, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
At 435 BST, Misdreavus is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Mismagius before bringing it to any serious fight.
Misdreavus evolves into Mismagius using a Dusk Stone. Misdreavus is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Misdreavus gets Levitate. But Levitate is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Misdreavus is a special attacker with base 85 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 85 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many.
Misdreavus appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Since Gold & Silver, Misdreavus has been in 17 games. Requiring an item-based evolution to obtain means it's consistently available but requires more effort than simply catching it in the wild.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
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