Pokémon Has a Spooky Side: The 5 Creepiest Pokédex Entries

Pokémon's reputation for child-friendliness is undeniable, with its core games consistently receiving an "E for Everyone" rating. However, beneath the surface of Pikachu and Eevee's cheerful demeanor lies a surprisingly dark undercurrent. Certain Pokédex entries hint at unsettling narratives involving abduction and even murder, adding a layer of unsettling intrigue to the franchise.

IGN has compiled a list of five particularly creepy Pokédex entries (though many more exist). Notable omissions include Mimikyu, a Pokémon whose terrifying appearance compels it to disguise itself as Pikachu; Haunter, which silently stalks victims before delivering a fatal lick; and Hypno, known for its hypnotic abilities and child-abduction tendencies, even within the children's cartoon.

A young girl, excited for a weekend of flower picking, encounters a seemingly innocent purple balloon. Drawn in by its beauty, she unknowingly becomes its victim, lifted into the sky and never seen again. Drifloon's Pokédex entries range from ambiguous descriptions of spirits to chilling accounts of child abduction, transforming its playful appearance into a sinister mystery. Its appearance in the games, limited to Fridays at the Valley Windworks in Diamond and Pearl, further enhances its enigmatic nature.

Banette

Banette's origin story echoes classic horror tropes, resembling a vengeful toy come to life. Its Pokédex entries detail its creation from an abandoned doll fueled by resentment. It seeks out the child who discarded it, inflicting harm through self-inflicted pin pricks, acting as a malevolent effigy. Only by unzipping its mouth or showing it affection can its negative energy be appeased.

Sandygast

Sandygast, disguised as a harmless sandcastle, preys on unsuspecting children. Pokédex entries warn against leaving unfinished sandcastles, as they can become possessed. Sandygast's terrifying nature is fully revealed in its evolution into Palossand, a "Beach Nightmare" that drains the life force from its victims, leaving behind only bones.

Frillish

Frillish, the Floating Pokémon, uses its venomous tentacles to paralyze its prey before dragging them to the ocean floor. Its seemingly innocent appearance masks a predatory nature, preying on unsuspecting swimmers and dragging them to their watery graves.

Froslass

Drawing inspiration from Yuki-onna and Medusa, Froslass lures unsuspecting male hikers to their doom during blizzards. Its Pokédex entries describe its habit of freezing its victims and using their bodies as decorations within its icy lair.