Gengar facts for kids

Gengar is a popular Pokémon species from the Pokémon games and shows. In Japan, its name is also Gengar (ゲンガー). It is a special type of Pokémon that is both a Ghost and a Poison type.

Gengar was created by Game Freak and first appeared in the games Pokémon Red and Blue. Since then, it has been in many other games, spin-off adventures, toys, and the animated TV series. In the TV show, Gengar's Japanese voice is Kōichi Sakaguchi, and its English voice is Ted Lewis.

Many people like Gengar a lot. It is known for its cool look and strong abilities. Gaming groups like IGN and Official Nintendo Magazine have even called it one of the best Pokémon characters ever! Gengar is the final form of the original Ghost-type Pokémon, and it's often called the "Shadow Pokémon."

Gengar's Design and Powers

Gengar (on the left) in early artwork for Capsule Monsters

Gengar's design actually started in an early idea for Pokémon called Capsule Monsters. This was a manga (Japanese comic) created by Satoshi Tajiri. Later, when the first Pokémon games were being made, artist Ken Sugimori helped bring Gengar to life for Pokémon Red and Blue.

When the games were translated for players outside Japan, Nintendo wanted to give Pokémon names that were easy to remember and described them well. Gengar's Japanese name was "Gengaa." They thought about calling it "Phantom," but because another character already had that name, they decided to keep "Gengar" for the English version too.

Gengar has also received special new forms over the years:

• Mega Gengar: In Pokémon X and Y, Gengar gained a powerful Mega Evolution. This form was tricky for the creators to make in 3D because of its unique movements.
• Gigantamax Gengar: In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Gengar got a huge Gigantamax form. This giant Gengar can use a special move called G-Max Terror, which stops other Pokémon from running away during a battle!

What Gengar Looks Like

Gengar is known as the "Shadow Pokémon." It has a dark purple, round body. Unlike its earlier forms, Gengar has hands and legs connected to its body. Its back is covered in spikes, and it has scary red eyes. Gengar's mouth usually has a wide, wicked grin, like a Cheshire Cat.

Gengar's Special Abilities

Gengar has some spooky powers!

• Temperature Drop: When Gengar is nearby, the air around it gets much colder, sometimes dropping by almost 10 degrees Fahrenheit! It seems to steal the warmth from the area.
• Mischievous Nature: Gengar loves to play tricks. It often hides in shadows, especially in dark places like caves or city alleys at night. It might even pretend to be your shadow and then move strangely. Gengar enjoys it when people get scared by its pranks.
• Shadow Tricks: Some stories say Gengar can be a bit lonely and might try to get attention by playing tricks, which can sometimes scare people. It is also said that Gengar can put curses on its opponents.
• Paralysis: Like its earlier form, Haunter, Gengar can use its tongue to paralyze victims. However, this move is more often seen with Haunter in the TV show.

Gengar in Games and Shows

In Video Games

Gengar first appeared in the Pokémon Red and Blue games. To get a Gengar in these games, you need to trade a Haunter with another player, and then it will evolve!

Gengar has been in many main Pokémon games since then, including:

• Pokémon Gold and Silver
• Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen
• Pokémon Diamond and Pearl
• Pokémon X and Y
• Pokémon Sun and Moon

Some famous Pokémon trainers who use Gengar include Agatha of the Kanto Elite Four, Morty, a Gym Leader from Ecruteak City, and Fantina, a Gym Leader from Hearthome City.

Gengar has also appeared in other Pokémon games:

• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, Gengar is a main character who causes a lot of trouble. It even tries to blame the hero for natural disasters! Later, it is revealed that Gengar was once a human who was cursed.
• PokéPark: Gengar is a character you can meet in PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure and PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond.
• Pokkén Tournament: You can even play as Gengar in the fighting game Pokken Tournament!

In the Pokémon TV Show

Gengar made its first appearance in the very first episode of the Pokémon anime, "Pokémon, I Choose You!". It was shown battling a Nidorino on TV, just like in the opening of the Pokémon Blue game.

Ash first met a Gengar in person in Lavender Town in the episode "The Tower of Terror." He was looking for a Ghost-type Pokémon to help him battle Sabrina, a powerful Psychic-type Gym Leader. Ash spent some time with a group of ghost Pokémon, including Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar. These ghost friends even tried to make Ash laugh with their funny stand-up comedy!

Other notable appearances of Gengar in the anime include:

• A giant Gengar battled an equally giant Alakazam in "The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis."
• Drake of the Orange Islands used a Gengar in his battles with Ash.
• Ecruteak City Gym Leader Morty has a Gengar that appeared in several episodes.
• Elite Four member Agatha used her Gengar to battle Ash's Pikachu.
• Ash himself later caught his own Gengar in the Sword and Shield anime series!

In Other Stories

In the Pokémon Adventures manga (comic books), Agatha has two Gengar. One of them attacked Blue and Koga by hiding in their shadows and draining their energy. Another Gengar was seen at the start of the FireRed and LeafGreen story, used by a kid trying to catch a Nidorino, just like in the opening of the Pokémon Red and Blue games.

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