Pokemon Scarlet & Violet introduces several new pokemon in the 9th generation including new Ghost types. Several other pokemon also make a comeback from previous games. Their name also can be menacing and so do their skills. Ghost-type pokemon like Gengar, Annihilape, Dragapult and Flutter Mane are best at beating other pokemon with Psychic and Ghost types. To upgrade their arsenal and power, learning moves is what every trainer prioritizes. However, one can easily get confused with a huge list of moves that might not be effective in actual battles. This short guide will help you pick them. Continue reading the article to know the top 5 & best Ghost Type moves in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet.
Top 5 & Best Ghost Type moves in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
Phantom Force
Phantom Force is a physical ghost-type move that is by far the strongest ghost-type move and should be on your list to get your pokemon to learn. When you use it, your pokemon is in a semi-invulnerable state during the first turn and initiates the attack in the second turn. It can also penetrate through Protect, which is an added bonus. See the stats of this move below.
- Power – 90
- Accuracy – 100
- PP (Max PP) – 10 (16)
Shadow Ball
Shadowball is a special ghost-type move that comes with good enough damage and accuracy. The effects are also good as it can reduce the opponent’s special defense stat by one stage and has a 20% chance of that happening. See the stats of Shadow Ball below
- Power – 80
- Accuracy – 100
- PP (Max PP) – 15 (24)
Shadow Claw
Unlike its other counterpart mentioned above, Shadow Claw is a physical ghost-type move with decent damage and stats. When used, this move increases the Critical hit ratio of the user by one stage. See the overall stats of this move below.
- Power – 70
- Accuracy – 100
- PP (Max PP) – 15 (24)
Hex
Hex is another excellent move for your Ghost-type pokemon and it has a cool effect. It is a special ghost-type move that deals double damage if the opponent pokemon has a status condition. See the stats of Hex below.
- Power – 65
- Accuracy – 100
- PP (Max PP) – 10 (16)
Shadow Punch
Shadow Punch is our final mention that perfectly specializes in accuracy and is an essential move for your pokemon to learn. It is a physical ghost-type move that never misses its target. Its stats are as follows-
- Power – 60
- Accuracy – N/A
- PP (Max PP) – 20 (32)
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