Best Ghost-Type Pokemon

In the first generation of Pokemon games, Game Freak introduced three Ghost-type Pokemon, all part of the same evolutionary line. Since the days of Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar, the number of Ghost-type Pokemon in the Pokemon series has grown; though, Ghost-types are still some of the rarest and most sought-after Pokemon.

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Ghost-type Pokemon are unique, often having abilities or odd backstories that help them stand out from the hundreds of other pocket monsters. For any Pokemon trainer looking to add a Ghost-type Pokemon to their roster, here are the best Ghost-type Pokemon in series history.

Updated on November 2nd, 2023, by Jeff Drake: Ghost-type Pokemon are an interesting lot. They have trouble doing damage to Normal types and are super weak against Dark Pokemon, but other than that, they are very capable combatants against most other types. It's always smart to bring along a Ghost-type in the main party to deal with Normal and Fighting-type Pokemon that can dish out Physical damage by the truckload. Ghost types are great choices to enter battle first, as they do not have many weaknesses to other types. Ghost-types, usually, have a little more variety in move types than other Pokemon types. This makes them more versatile combatants.

21 Dusknoir

Another often overlooked Ghost-type Pokemon is Dusknoir. This Pokemon resembles a stone golem without legs, and is said to shepherd the deceased into the afterlife. There aren't really any negatives to training this Pokemon. Its Attack is a little weak, but its best attack moves use Special Attack.

Dusknoir is a great choice for encounters with wild Pokemon; as it has the ability (hidden ability) to identify what item an opposing Pokemon might be holding. This is also a great Pokemon for gyms and trainer fights as well, as its Pressure ability forces opposing Pokemon to use two PPs per move, rather than one.

20 Gholdengo

Introduced in Pokemon: Scarlet and Violet, Gholdengo is a Steel/Ghost-type that proves that Niantic might be running out of ideas for Pokemon designs. Regardless, this Pokemon is a capable combatant when fully leveled.

The move-pool for Gholdengo is a bit on the small side; however, its high Special Attack rating lets it make the most of its moves - which are Special Attacks for the most part. Its Good As Gold ability makes it immune to the opponent's status-affecting moves. Gholdengo's only true negatives are its average speed and a move-pool that is lacking in variety and quantity.

19 Skeledirge

Many Pokemon have a name that conjures a mental image that is somewhat close to the actual image. Skeledirge is not one of those Pokemon. This Fire/Ghost-type resembles a robotic alligator with a red paint job, and yes, it is every bit as formidable in battle as that sounds.

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Skeledirge has stats that range from average to great. It also has a fantastic move-pool. Most of its available moves are of the Fire type, but this lack of variety is a good thing with Skeledirge, thanks to its Blaze ability. With this ability, its Fire-type moves deal 50% more damage while its hit points are below one-third of the maximum.

18 Annihilape

Annihilape is a great Pokemon with very few negatives. This Ghost/Fighting-type has good all-around stats, except for Special Attack, but only one of the moves in Annihilape's move-pool is a Special Attack. This one move (Final Gambit) does damage equal to the user's current hit points - the low Special Attack doesn't even come into play.

One of the most annoying status effects in the Pokemon series is Sleep. This nasty effect usually spells doom for all but the strongest Pokemon. Annihilape has the Vital Spirit ability, so it cannot fall asleep in battle. This protection from sleep includes the beneficial Rest move.

17 Dragapult

This Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon has many positive traits that trainers should seek in their Pokemon. First and foremost, Dragapult is fast - it has one of the highest speed ratings in the Pokedex. There are only about a dozen Pokemon that are, on average, faster than Dragapult. A high speed ensures Dragapult will move first in combat, and its Dragon-type moves ensure it will deal significant damage.

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In addition to having an excellent move-pool, filled with some very damaging attack moves, Dragapult possesses two very rare and powerful abilities. Clear Body prevents opposing Pokemon from lowering Dragapult's stats, though its moves can lower its stats. Infiltrator allows Dragapult's attacks to pierce the protection offered by Reflect, Light Screen, and Safeguard.

16 Golurk

Golurk is essentially the Pokemon version of an iron golem. This towering automaton is a Ground/Ghost-type, which at first sounds unstoppable, but there are five move-types that are super effective against this combination. On the other hand, this combination is immune to three types (Normal, Electric, and Fighting) and strong against Poison, Grass, and Rock.

This Pokemon has the Iron Fist ability. All "punch" attacks deal 20% more damage. Golurk has numerous punch moves in its move-pool and can learn others via TMs or TRs.

15 Aegislash

Aegislash earns a spot on this list for not only being a special Ghost-type Pokemon but one of the more unique Pokemon in general. As of Pokemon Sun and Moon, Aegislash and its evolutionary line were the only Pokemon to be both Ghost and Steel-type until recently. Its rare type combination isn't the only reason why Aegislash is such a unique Pokemon, though.

It also has two forms that it can switch between in battle, with its Blade Forme used for offensive attacks, and its Shield Forme used as a defensive stance. And if that weren't enough, Aegislash is also the only Pokemon in the series that can learn the move King's Shield, so saying it is a "unique" Pokemon is a bit of an understatement.

14 Banette

First introduced as a part of the third generation of Pokemon, Banette is the evolved form of Shuppet. And as far as Ghost-type Pokemon go, Banette has one of the creepiest backstories.

Banette has been brought to life by hatred and specializes in cursing its enemies by sticking pins in its own body like a voodoo doll. Later games would see Banette's supernatural powers increase with the Banettite item, which transforms it into the powerful Mega Banette.

13 Chandelure

Chandelure looks like a chandelier possessed by a ghost, which seems like reason enough to earn it a spot among the dumbest-looking Pokemon. However, Chandelure has proven to be a favorite Ghost-type Pokemon, making appearances in video games outside the mainline Pokemon titles.

For example, Chandelure appears as an enemy in Super Smash Bros. For the Nintendo 3DS and is also a part of the Pokken Tournament roster.

12 Spectrier

Spectrier is like the ghostly, shadowy version of Rapidash. In other words, a spectral black stallion. This Pokemon's claim to fame is its great Special Attack and Speed ratings. It is also part of the union that forms possibly the best Ghost-type Pokemon (#1 on this list).

Many of Spectrier's attack moves are powerful; the problem is that the best of its attacks cause recoil damage. Its best attacks are also physical attacks; this doesn't work well with its high Special Attack and average Attack scores. It does get Stomp and Shadow Ball, though.