Pokémon Has a Spooky Side: The 5 Creepiest Pokédex Entries

Pokémon is renowned for its family-friendly appeal, with all its mainline games earning the E for Everyone rating, welcoming even the youngest gamers into its vibrant universe. While beloved characters like Pikachu and Eevee often take center stage, some Pokémon delve into surprisingly darker themes. The Pokédex entries for certain creatures hint at chilling tales of kidnappings and brutal murders, adding an unexpected layer of horror to the franchise.

IGN has gathered what we consider the five creepiest Pokédex entries, though this list is by no means exhaustive. Notable mentions include Mimikyu, which disguises itself as Pikachu to make friends, all while plotting the downfall of the franchise's mascot; Haunter, known for lurking in dark alleys to ambush and fatally lick its human victims; and Hypno, who, in the Pokémon children's show, kidnaps children to consume their dreams.

It was a delightful Friday morning in Floaroma Town, and a young girl couldn't contain her excitement. She rushed through breakfast, eager to start the weekend's flower picking at the Valley Windworks, known for its unique blooms. Despite knowing the dangers of venturing without a Pokémon, she was drawn to the serene beauty of the place.

Upon arrival, she was greeted by a sea of colorful flowers, but her attention was quickly captured by a mesmerizing purple balloon, gently bobbing in the breeze. Captivated, she reached for its string, only to be met by the balloon's eerie face—a large yellow cross and two vacant black eyes. As the balloon tugged gently, the girl laughed and followed, but the string soon coiled around her wrist. With each pull, she ascended higher into the sky, until she vanished from sight.

Drifloon, known as the Balloon Pokémon, introduces a chilling twist to the playful image of a child's toy. While some Pokédex entries mention it as a gathering of spirits, others delve into darker territory, warning of Drifloon's habit of luring children away. Its mysterious appearances only on Fridays at the Valley Windworks add an element of suspense, turning its eerie entries into a haunting tale.

Banette

As the boy's health deteriorated, his parents grew increasingly desperate. Despite the efforts of top doctors from Mauville and Slateport, his condition worsened. In a moment of hope, he whispered, "My doll," prompting his parents to sift through his collection. Yet, none of the toys he was offered brought comfort.

Searching frantically, they discovered a forgotten doll under the bed—tattered, with glowing red eyes and a golden zipper for a mouth. The mother recognized it as the doll she had discarded years ago in favor of new ones from Lilycove's department store. As the boy reached for it, the doll leapt from her hands and out the window, and suddenly, the boy seemed to brighten.

Banette, the Marionette Pokémon, embodies the classic horror trope of a vengeful toy, reminiscent of Annabelle or Chucky. Its origin story mirrors that of a discarded doll seeking retribution against the child who abandoned it. Pokédex entries describe Banette as a cursed doll that haunts dark alleys in search of its former owner, using pins to inflict harm and seeking solace only through love or the unzipping of its sinister smile.

Sandygast

On a serene summer day at Big Wave Beach in Melemele Island, children reveled in building sandcastles. As the sun dipped below the horizon, a determined boy stayed behind, perfecting his creation. Unbeknownst to him, the other sandcastles began to morph into something sinister.

As the boy admired his work, a Pokémon resembling a sandcastle with a gaping mouth and lifeless eyes approached. Mistaking it for a friendly creature, the boy reached for a red spade lodged in its head. However, the Pokémon engulfed his hand, and slowly, the boy's entire body was consumed by the sand.

Sandygast, the Sand Heap Pokémon, defies its seemingly innocuous theme. Its Pokédex entries warn against leaving sand mounds unattended, as they may become possessed. The true horror unfolds upon evolution into Palossand, which not only controls the sand but also drains the vitality of its victims, leaving behind nothing but dried bones.

Frillish

In the peaceful off-season, an elderly woman relished her morning swim in Undella Town. Despite the choppy waves, she ventured out, enjoying the solitude she had craved. However, the current carried her further from shore than intended, and fatigue set in.

Struggling to return, she was approached by a Pokémon, Frillish, which appeared to offer assistance. Gratefully, she held onto it, but soon realized she couldn't move. Paralyzed, she sank with Frillish into the depths of the ocean.

Frillish, the Floating Pokémon, conceals a deadly nature behind its simple appearance. Its Pokédex entries reveal its method of ensnaring prey with poisonous stingers, dragging victims to their underwater lair where they meet a slow, terrifying end.

Froslass

On a treacherous mountain during a blinding blizzard, a man heard a woman's cry for help. Despite the danger, he set out to rescue her, only to become disoriented in the storm. Seeking shelter, he stumbled upon a cave, which offered little respite from the cold.

Inside, he discovered the cave walls were lined with ice, and within them, frozen bodies. As he attempted to flee, he encountered Froslass, an icy Pokémon that exhaled a chilling breath, freezing him instantly. He became another of its macabre decorations.

Froslass, blending elements of the Japanese Yōkai Yuki-onna and the Greek Medusa, lures victims with its haunting beauty. Its Pokédex entries describe it as a soul-possessed icicle that preys on handsome men, freezing them and displaying them as trophies in its icy den.