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Best Ghost Type Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus

What is the best Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus?

There are lots of Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Choosing which one to add to a Pokémon team can be a tough decision. The new Cyndaquil evolution, Hisuian Typhlosion, is the best option and is among the easiest Pokémon to get ahold of if players choose Cyndaquil as their starter Pokémon.

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Hisuian Typhlosion

Hisuian Typhlosion is a great Pokémon. It has an interesting dual-typing of Fire and Ghost, which give it a great list of resistances, and two immunities. This can come in handy during battle. Hisuian Typhlosion also has a fantastic special attack and can be a threat to most opponents.

Hisuian Typhlosion's Stats and Strengths/Weaknesses

  • Type: Ghost and Fire
  • Stat Total: 534
    • HP: 73
    • Attack: 84
    • Special Attack: 119
    • Defense: 78
    • Special Defense: 85
    • Speed: 95
Damage ModifierMove Types
4x Increased DamageN/A
2x Increased DamageRock; Ground; Water; Ghost; Dark Type
0.5x Less DamageSteel; Poison; Fairy; Fire; Grass; Ice Type
0.25x Less DamageBug Type
ImmunitiesNormal; Fighting Type

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Other strong Ghost Type Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus

There are many new Ghost Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Basculegion and Hisuian Zoroark are among the best Ghost-type in the game, joined by the always useful Dusknoir. All of them have immunity to Fighting and Normal-type moves, which can be a great asset in battle.

Basculegion

Basculegion evolves from Hisuian Basculin and comes with some pretty nice stats. Its attack and special attack stat allow it to deal huge damage to its opponents.

  • Type: Water and Ghost
  • Stat Total: 530
    • HP: 120
    • Attack: 112
    • Special Attack: 80
    • Defense: 65
    • Special Defense: 75
    • Speed: 78

Dusknoir

Dusknoir is a very reliable Pokémon. Dusknoir is a good choice for players needing an all-around Pokémon that isn't too specialized in attack or defense with great attack and defense.

  • Type: Ghost
  • Stat Total: 525
    • HP: 45
    • Attack: 100
    • Special Attack: 65
    • Defense: 135
    • Special Defense: 135
    • Speed: 45

Hisuian Zoroark

Hisuian Zoroark is definitely a strong attacker. With a high special attack and attack stat and only one weakness (Dark-type moves), this Pokémon can be a real lifesaver on a team.

  • Type: Normal
  • Stat Total: 510
    • HP: 55
    • Attack: 100
    • Special Attack: 125
    • Defense: 60
    • Special Defense: 60
    • Speed: 110

Want to read more about Pokémon Legends: Arceus and its lore? Check out What does “Arceus” mean? Name origin of Pokémon Legends Arceus on Pro Game Guides!


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CJ Kuzdal
CJ is a freelance writer with a passion for modern and retro video games, with an emphasis on RPGs and Pokemon games. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his cat and drinking way too much coffee.