cofagrigus

Cofagrigus is a Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Ghost

Abilities:

• Mummy: Contact with this Pokémon spreads its ability to the attacker, replacing their ability with Mummy.

Physical Characteristics:

• Resembles an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus
• Predominantly blue and gold with red, menacing eyes
• Four shadowy, spectral arms that extend from its sides
• A sinister grin often carved into its face, suggesting a mischievous nature

Behavior and Habitat:

• Dwells in ancient tombs and ruins, often found in deserts
• Known to disguise itself as a real coffin to lure in grave robbers
• When people approach, it captures them with its ghostly arms
• Has a reputation for using its abilities to protect its resting place and treasures

In Battle:

• Acts as a bulky defensive Pokémon
• Known for its high Defense and Special Defense stats
• Signature moves: Shadow Ball, Will-O-Wisp
• Can effectively use moves like Toxic to wear down opponents
• Strong against Psychic and Ghost types
• Weak against Dark types

Evolution:

• Evolves from Yamask starting at level 34

Interesting Facts:

• Its design is inspired by a sarcophagus, fitting the theme of ancient Egyptian mythology
• Known to devour the bodies of those who dare to disturb its slumber, preserving their bodies as mummies
• Often depicted in Pokémon media as a guardian of ancient secrets and treasures
• Its ability, Mummy, can disrupt opponents' strategies by changing their abilities during battle

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: It has been said that they swallow those who get too close and turn them into mummies. They like to eat gold nuggets.
• White: They pretend to be elaborate coffins to teach lessons to grave robbers. Their bodies are covered in pure gold.
• Black-2: Grave robbers who mistake them for real coffins and get too close end up trapped inside their bodies.
• White-2: Grave robbers who mistake them for real coffins and get too close end up trapped inside their bodies.
• X: It has been said that they swallow those who get too close and turn them into mummies. They like to eat gold nuggets.
• Y: Grave robbers who mistake them for real coffins and get too close end up trapped inside their bodies.
• Omega-Ruby: It has been said that they swallow those who get too close and turn them into mummies. They like to eat gold nuggets.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Grave robbers who mistake them for real coffins and get too close end up trapped inside their bodies.
• Sword: This Pokémon has a body of sparkling gold. People say it no longer remembers that it was once human.
• Shield: There are many depictions of Cofagrigus decorating ancient tombs. They’re symbols of the wealth that kings of bygone eras had.