Pokémon Has a Spooky Side: The 5 Creepiest Pokédex Entries

Pokémon's reputation for being child-friendly is well-earned. Its core games consistently receive an "E for Everyone" rating, making them accessible to young players. However, beneath the surface of Pikachu and Eevee's cheerful demeanor lies a surprisingly dark undercurrent. Some Pokédex entries hint at kidnappings and even brutal murders, adding a layer of unsettling intrigue to certain Pokémon.

IGN has compiled a list of five particularly creepy Pokédex entries (though many more could be included). Honorable mentions go to Mimikyu, a Pokémon whose terrifying appearance compels it to disguise itself as Pikachu; Haunter, known for its sinister stalking and lethal lick; and Hypno, whose history of hypnotizing and kidnapping children to feed on their dreams is even depicted in the Pokémon cartoon.

A young girl's Friday morning joy turns to terror when she encounters a Drifloon, mistaking it for a balloon. The seemingly innocent balloon Pokémon's true nature is revealed as it carries the girl away, never to be seen again. While some Pokédex entries describe Drifloon as formed from spirits, others paint a chilling picture of a creature that abducts children. Its appearance in the games, limited to Fridays at the Valley Windworks, adds to its mysterious and sinister aura.

Banette

Banette, the Marionette Pokémon, draws inspiration from classic horror tropes. Its backstory mirrors a vengeful toy, similar to Annabelle or Chucky, seeking retribution against the child who discarded it. Pokédex entries detail its vengeful pursuit and the use of pins as a means of inflicting harm. Only by mending its damaged state or showing affection can its negative energy be appeased.

Sandygast

The seemingly harmless Sandygast, resembling a sandcastle, belies a terrifying reality. Pokédex entries reveal its ability to possess sandcastles and subsequently consume those who interact with it. Its evolution, Palossand, further emphasizes its predatory nature, draining the life force of its victims.

Frillish

Frillish, the Floating Pokémon, preys on unsuspecting swimmers. Its seemingly helpful nature masks a deadly secret: thousands of poisonous stingers paralyze its victims before dragging them to their watery graves five miles beneath the surface.

Froslass

Drawing inspiration from Yuki-onna and Medusa, Froslass is a chilling figure. This icy Pokémon lures unsuspecting male hikers to their doom during blizzards, freezing them and adding them to its collection of frozen corpses. Its beauty conceals a predatory nature, making it a truly terrifying Pokémon.