Poltergeist

Ghost

Summary

Poltergeist is a Ghost-type move with 110 power and 90% accuracy. It requires the target to be holding an item for the move to work. If the target isn't holding an item, the move will fail. Due to its high power, it is one of the most potent Ghost-type attacks in the game. Poltergeist not only deals significant damage but also thematically involves the haunting of the target by its own held item, adding a unique strategic layer. It was introduced in Generation VIII and quickly became a staple for many Ghost-type Pokémon in competitive play, thanks to its balance of power and the added layer of item manipulation.

Effect

Inflicts regular damage.

Short Effect: Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

Inflicts regular damage.

Game Descriptions

The user attacks the target by controlling the target’s item. The move fails if the target doesn’t have an item.

The user attacks the target by controlling the target's item. The move fails if the target doesn't have an item.

The user attacks by controlling the target's item. This move fails if the target isn't holding an item.

Move Details

  • Power 110
  • Accuracy 90%
  • PP 5
  • Priority 0
  • Damage Class Physical
  • Generation Generation VIII
  • Category Damage