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Mismagius(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Ghost type Pokémon introduced in the fourth generation. It is the evolved form of Misdreavus.
Physiology & Behavior
Mismagius is a purple, ghost-like Pokémon. It has a round head with elaborate tufts resembling a witch's hat atop it. The tips of the tufts are paler than most of the body. It has a thin, red mouth that resembles the letter "W." Below its head, Mismagius has a long neck with a round lump midway down. Three, elliptical red spheres surround the upper portion of Mismagius's body. There are extensions on the sides of its lower body with the foremost ones tattered compared to rear ones. This gives Mismagius the appearance of wearing some kind of cloak.
Mismagius usually shows up without warning to cause havoc on unsuspecting humans or Pokémon. If it is powerful, Mismagius can use advanced incantations for various purposes, such as causing misery or happiness. Due to this, people often seek to capture Mismagius as if their life depends on it, solely to make someone fall in love with them. There is a custom on inviting Mismagius to one's home, usually to ward off misfortune with its spells. However, this can also lead to disaster should Mismagius ever be provoked. People that hear its cries will usually receive headaches and hallucinations. Mismagius can put its victims to sleep, and cause them to enter a strange dream world without their noticing. If Mismagius falls asleep or is knocked out, the victim will wake up. It can sometimes be found roaming around lakes and mountainsides at night.
Appearances
Main Pokémon series
Pokkén Tournament
Mismagius can be used as an assist in Pokkén Tournament. It uses Ominous Wind to attack the foe and temporarily boost the user's stats.
Other Pokémon spin-offs
In the anime
Other media
Mismagius represents the Ghost-type in Project Voltage.
Origin and inspriation
Mismagius seems to be based on the concept of mages and witches. Mismagius's coloration might be a reference to the Nasu-babā, a witch-like yōkai with a distinct purple skin. Its shape also resembles the Teru teru bōzu. Its Pokédex descriptions of its cries sounding like incantations and tormenting people are reminiscent of curses. Another possible source of origin is the banshee, a female spirit from Irish mythology, known in modern media for its unearthly wailing and screaming.
Its names in different languages referencing dreams also points to Mares as a possible inspiration.
In-game information
Pokédex entries
| Title | Entry |
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| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | Its cries sound like incantations. Those hearing it are tormented by headaches and hallucinations. |
| Pokémon Pearl | It chants incantations. While they usually torment targets, some chants bring happiness. |
| Pokémon Platinum | Its cry sounds like incantation. It is said that the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | Its cry sounds like incantation. It is said that the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Pokémon White | Its cry sounds like incantation. It is said that the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | Its cry sounds like an incantation. It is said that the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Pokémon White 2 | Its cry sounds like an incantation. It is said that the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | It chants incantations. While they usually torment targets, some chants bring happiness. |
| Pokémon Y | Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | It chants incantations. While they usually torment targets, some chants bring happiness. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. |
| Seventh Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sun | It appears as if from nowhere—muttering incantations, placing curses, and giving people terrifying visions. |
| Pokémon Moon | Mismagius have been known to cast spells to make people fall in love, so some people search for this Pokémon as if their life depended on it. |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | Feared for its wrath and the curses it spreads, this Pokémon will also, on a whim, cast spells that help people. |
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | Its muttered curses can cause awful headaches or terrifying visions that torment others. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | Its cries sound like incantations. Those who hear it are tormented by headaches and hallucinations. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | It chants incantations. While these incantations can torment targets, some bring happiness. |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | The incantations Mismagius chants can ward against misfortune, so a custom exists of inviting it into one's home. Incur the Pokémon's displeasure, however, and disaster will surely ensue. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | Its cry sounds like an incantation. It is said the cry may rarely be imbued with happiness-giving power. |
| Pokémon Violet | Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. |
Game locations
| Title | Location(s) | |
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| Fourth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Pearl | ||
| Pokémon Platinum | ||
| Pokémon HeartGold | ||
| Pokémon SoulSilver | ||
| Fifth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Black | ||
| Pokémon White | ||
| Sixth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon X | ||
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | ||
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | ||
| Seventh Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Sun | ||
| Pokémon Moon | ||
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | ||
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | ||
| Eighth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | ||
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | ||
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | Alabaster Icelands: massive mass outbreaks | |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Scarlet | Tera Raid Battle Search (5★) | |
| Pokémon Violet | North Province: Area One, Area Two, Casseroya Lake, Glaseado Mountain | |
Evolution
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Base Stats
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 60 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Attack | 105 |
| Sp. Defense | 105 |
| Speed | 105 |
| Total | 495 |
Moveset
Gallery
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