Misdreavus Best Moveset
Ghost at 85/85 balanced offenses and 85 Speed with AbilityLevitate granting Ground immunity. Held ItemEviolite adds significant bulk since Mismagius exists. The moveset runs fast Ghost TermStab behind Eviolite defenses. Decent utility with MoveWill-O-Wisp and MoveNasty Plot. Functional in lower tiers where the bulk and Speed create a niche.
Pure Ghost in Gen II (Gold & Silver). Mean Look plus Perish Song trapped and KO'd anything that couldn't switch out. One of the best utility Pokemon at the top tier.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Perish Song
- Mean Look
- Protect
- Confuse Ray
Recommended Teammates
Levitate gave it a Ground immunity in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Dropped a tier but Calm Mind sets let Misdreavus boost and sweep teams that couldn't pressure it fast enough.
Wall Moveset
- Perish Song
- Mean Look
- Rest
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Mismagius evolved from it in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Without Eviolite, Misdreavus was just the weaker version of its own evolution from the moment it hatched.
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Calm Mind
- Memento
- Curse
Recommended Teammates
Eviolite arrived in Gen V (Black & White) but Mismagius had better offenses and Speed. The bulk boost couldn't close the gap against a faster, harder-hitting evolution.
Wall Moveset
- Pain Split
- Trick Room
- Will O Wisp
- Perish Song
Recommended Teammates
Four gens of decline by Gen VI (X & Y). Misdreavus fell to the bottom as stronger Ghost-types with better utility kept emerging each generation.
Wall Moveset
- Pain Split
- Shadow Ball
- Taunt
- Will O Wisp
Recommended Teammates
Misdreavus saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Misdreavus maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Destiny Bond
- Will O Wisp
- Toxic
- Foul Play
Recommended Teammates
Misdreavus saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Misdreavus maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Will O Wisp
- Shadow Ball
- Draining Kiss
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Misdreavus Weakness
Misdreavus is weak to Ghost and Dark. 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
What is Misdreavus Weak Against
ExcellentBest Pokemon Against Misdreavus
Dragapult's Shadow Ball hits Misdreavus for 78-92%. Hydreigon deals 60-71% with Dark Pulse.
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityProtosynthesis ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Great Tusk builds →
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 Dragapult DragonGhost | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Misdreavus View Dragapult builds →U Turn5-6% Draco Meteor62-73% Shadow Ball 2x78-92% | ||
 Hydreigon DarkDragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Misdreavus View Hydreigon builds →Dark Pulse 2x60-71% Draco Meteor49-57% Flash Cannon20-24% | ||
Evolution
To get Mismagius from Misdreavus, you need an evolution item. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 60 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Misdreavus easily with 63 breeding partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
How to Get Misdreavus
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.
Where To Catch Misdreavus in SV
Misdreavus is your first catch on the way to Misdreavus. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-60 across 31 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Misdreavus ✓Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightEast Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightGlaseado MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightNorth Province (Area One) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightSouth Province (Area One) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightTagtree Thicket - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightWest Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 36%NightEast Province (Area One) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightGlaseado MountainLv.10-40OverworldRate 9%NightNorth Province (Area One) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%NightWest Province (Area One) - MountainLv.10-40OverworldVioletRate 9%Night
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MismagiusCasseroya Lake - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightEast Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightGlaseado MountainLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightNorth Province (Area One) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightSouth Province (Area One) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightTagtree Thicket - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%NightWest Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.40-60OverworldVioletRate 1%Nightor evolve from Misdreavus (Step 1)
high spawn rates for Misdreavus across 4 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Misdreavus in PLA
The path to Misdreavus starts with Misdreavus at Lv. 16-62 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Misdreavus ✓Celestica RuinsLv.39-42FloorRate 15%NightSacred PlazaLv.39-42FloorRate 15%NightStonetooth RowsLv.43-46GrassRate 15%NightIce Column ChamberLv.59-62Cave
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MismagiusStonetooth RowsLv.16-46GrassRate 15%or evolve from Misdreavus (Step 1)
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.
Where To Catch Misdreavus in BDSP
The path to Misdreavus starts with Misdreavus at Lv. 10-21 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Misdreavus ✓Eterna ForestLv.10-11GrassShining PearlRate 20%NightLost Tower - 1FLv.17FloorShining PearlRate 20%NightLost Tower - 2FLv.18FloorShining PearlRate 20%NightLost Tower - 3FLv.19FloorShining PearlRate 20%NightLost Tower - 4FLv.20FloorShining PearlRate 20%NightLost Tower - 5FLv.21FloorShining PearlRate 20%NightDazzling CaveLv.16-20CaveShining PearlStargleam CavernLv.16-20CaveShining Pearl
Step 2Evolve into Mismagius
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.
Where To Catch Misdreavus in USUM
The path to Misdreavus starts with Misdreavus at Lv. 37-57 via gift and walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Misdreavus ✓Poké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPCPoni MeadowLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Night
Step 2Evolve into Mismagius
Base Stats
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.
Misdreavus Guide
At 435 BST, Misdreavus is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Mismagius before bringing it to any serious fight.
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. Speed tells the real story. Base 85 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many.
For a casual playthrough, Misdreavus works as a placeholder. Ghost coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Mismagius. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
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.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves