Pokémon Has a Spooky Side: The 5 Creepiest Pokédex Entries

Pokémon's generally kid-friendly image, reinforced by its "E for Everyone" rating, masks a surprisingly dark underbelly. While Pikachu and Eevee dominate the franchise, some Pokémon possess unsettlingly sinister origins and abilities. IGN highlights five particularly creepy Pokédex entries, though many more could be included. Notable omissions include Mimikyu (a Pikachu-disguised horror plotting Pikachu's demise), Haunter (a silent stalker who licks its victims to death), and Hypno (known for hypnotizing and kidnapping children in the cartoon).

Which Pokémon is the creepiest?

Drifloon

A seemingly innocent purple balloon, Drifloon's deceptive charm masks a sinister habit of abducting children. While some Pokédex entries describe it as a spirit-formed Pokémon, others detail its kidnapping tendencies, revealing its round body to be filled with souls, expanding with each victim. Its exclusive Friday appearance at the Valley Windworks in Diamond and Pearl adds to its mysterious and unsettling nature.

Banette

Banette, the Marionette Pokémon, draws inspiration from classic horror dolls like Annabelle or Chucky. Its origin story revolves around an abandoned doll fueled by resentment, seeking revenge on the child who discarded it. Pokédex entries highlight its vengeful pursuit, its use of pins to inflict harm, and the only way to appease its rage: unzipping its mouth or rekindling affection.

Sandygast

The seemingly harmless sandcastle Pokémon, Sandygast, belies a terrifying reality. Pokédex entries warn against leaving unfinished sandcastles, as they risk becoming possessed. Sandygast's ability to control sand and absorb its victims, culminating in its evolution into Palossand (the "Beach Nightmare"), paints a horrifying picture of soul-consuming predation.

Frillish

Frillish, the Floating Pokémon, preys on unsuspecting swimmers. Its seemingly helpful approach masks a deadly trap. Its veil-like arms, armed with thousands of poisonous stingers, paralyze victims before dragging them to their watery graves five miles beneath the surface.

Froslass

Froslass, a chilling blend of Yuki-onna and Medusa, targets lone male hikers during blizzards. It lures them to its icy lair, freezing them and adding them to its collection of frozen corpses. Its beauty hides a predatory nature, turning unsuspecting victims into macabre decorations.