Dusknoir (#477) - Pokedex

Comes to those whose lives have come to an end and escorts their souls to the afterlife. Known to mistakenly take the souls of those who yet have life left in them, albeit rarely.
Dusknoir
ZU
Generation 4
Gripper Pokémon
Strong against…
Weak to…
Immune to…
Is baby
Is legendary
Is mythical
Forms switchable
236
2.2m
106.6kg
Past
Species info
35
17.6%
Black

Growth

50%
50%
6376 steps
Stats

Level up Egg Machine

  • The target is attacked with a fiery punch. This may also leave the target with a burn.
    Level
    1
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.
    Level
    1
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is attacked with an electrified punch. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
    Level
    1
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    A long body, tentacles, or the like are used to bind and squeeze the target for four to five turns.
    Level
    1
    Power
    15
    Accuracy
    85%
    PP
    20
    The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers their Defense stats.
    Level
    1
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    30
    For four turns, the target will be unable to use whichever move it last used.
    Level
    1
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    20
    The user attacks the target by crying out in a startling fashion. This may also make the target flinch.
    Level
    1
    Power
    30
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The user throws a punch from the shadows. This attack never misses.
    Level
    1
    Power
    60
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    Enables Flying types or Pokémon with the Levitate Ability to be hit by Ground-type moves for five turns. Moves that involve flying can't be used.
    Level
    1
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    The user extends its shadow and attacks the target from behind. This move always goes first.
    Level
    1
    Power
    40
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    30
    The target is exposed to a sinister ray that causes confusion.
    Level
    12
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
    Level
    16
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The user stores power, then attacks. This move's power is doubled if the user moves after the target.
    Level
    20
    Power
    50
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.
    Level
    24
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    85%
    PP
    15
    The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.
    Level
    28
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    Hex
    This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions.
    Level
    32
    Power
    65
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    A move that has different effects depending on whether the user is a Ghost type or not.
    Level
    36
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.
    Level
    42
    Power
    80
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.
    Level
    48
    Power
    120
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    If the user is knocked out after using this move, the Pokémon that knocked it out will also faint. This move's chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
    Level
    54
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
  • The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    30
    The user adds its HP to the target's HP, then equally splits the combined HP between the target and itself.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    The user faints. In return, the target's Attack and Sp. Atk stats are harshly lowered.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
  • The target is attacked with a fiery punch. This may also leave the target with a burn.
    Level
    0
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.
    Level
    0
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is attacked with an electrified punch. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
    Level
    0
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The user attacks by dropping onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
    Level
    0
    Power
    85
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.
    Level
    0
    Power
    90
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.
    Level
    0
    Power
    110
    Accuracy
    70%
    PP
    5
    The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.
    Level
    0
    Power
    150
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    5
    The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.
    Level
    0
    Power
    100
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The target is hit with a strong telekinetic force to inflict damage. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.
    Level
    0
    Power
    90
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The target is exposed to a sinister ray that causes confusion.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    30
    The user waggles a finger and stimulates its brain into randomly using nearly any move.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    Star-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.
    Level
    0
    Power
    60
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    The user drains the target's blood. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.
    Level
    0
    Power
    80
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and cures any status conditions.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.
    Level
    0
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    10
    The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its own HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. The user can't steal anything if it already holds an item.
    Level
    0
    Power
    60
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    25
    A move that has different effects depending on whether the user is a Ghost type or not.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.
    Level
    0
    Power
    55
    Accuracy
    95%
    PP
    15
    The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. This move's chance of failing rises if used in succession.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. This move can only be used while the user is asleep.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user adds its HP to the target's HP, then equally splits the combined HP between the target and itself.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type attacks. The sunlight also lowers the power of Water-type attacks.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.
    Level
    0
    Power
    80
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.
    Level
    0
    Power
    120
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    85%
    PP
    15
    This move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
    Level
    0
    Power
    70
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    20
    The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before using the move.
    Level
    0
    Power
    150
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    20
    The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    20
    The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally's attack.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    The user catches the target off guard and swaps the target's held item with its own.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
    Level
    0
    Power
    75
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    If opposing Pokémon know any move also known by the user, they are prevented from using it.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    10
    The user hurls boulders at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the target's Speed stat by cutting off its movement.
    Level
    0
    Power
    60
    Accuracy
    95%
    PP
    15
    The user quietly focuses its mind and calms its spirit to boost its Sp. Atk and Sp. Def stats.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    20
    Enables Flying types or Pokémon with the Levitate Ability to be hit by Ground-type moves for five turns. Moves that involve flying can't be used.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move's power and effects depend on the item.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.
    Level
    0
    Power
    80
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    15
    The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
    Level
    0
    Power
    120
    Accuracy
    70%
    PP
    5
    The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.
    Level
    0
    Power
    150
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    5
    The user creates a bizarre area in which slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    1%
    PP
    5
    The user attacks the target with an electric charge. The residual electricity may also boost the user's Sp. Atk stat.
    Level
    0
    Power
    50
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    10
    Hex
    This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions.
    Level
    0
    Power
    65
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user vanishes somewhere, then strikes the target on the next turn. This move hits even if the target protects itself.
    Level
    0
    Power
    90
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The user skitters behind the target to attack. This also lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.
    Level
    0
    Power
    70
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    10
    The user attacks by controlling the target's item. This move fails if the target isn't holding an item.
    Level
    0
    Power
    110
    Accuracy
    90%
    PP
    5
    If the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.
    Level
    0
    Power
    80
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
    The target is crushed with an arm, a claw, or the like to inflict damage. The more HP the target has left, the greater the move's power.
    Level
    0
    Power
    0
    Accuracy
    100%
    PP
    10
Showdown appearances
Evolutions
Dusclops
Dusclops
  • Level up: 37
Name localizations
German
Zwirrfinst
English (US)
Dusknoir
Spanish (Spain)
Dusknoir
French (France)
Noctunoir
Italian
Dusknoir
Japanese
ヨノワール
Japanese (kana)
ヨノワール
Japanese (romaji)
Yonoir
Korean
야느와르몽
Chinese, Simplified
黑夜魔灵
Chinese, Traditional
黑夜魔靈
Genera localizations
German
Greifer-Pokémon
English (US)
Gripper Pokémon
Spanish (Spain)
Pokémon Grilletes
French (France)
Pokémon Mainpince
Italian
Pokémon Pinza
Japanese
てづかみポケモン
Japanese (kana)
てづかみポケモン
Korean
움켜쥠포켓몬
Chinese, Simplified
抓握宝可梦
Chinese, Traditional
抓握寶可夢
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