Haunter is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. This gaseous, purple creature is known for its mischievous nature and ability to pass through solid walls. Haunter's body is composed of a round head with triangular eyes and a large, toothy grin, flanked by a pair of disembodied hands. It is notorious for its dangerous licking habit, which can cause endless shuddering or even death in its victims.
As a nocturnal Pokémon, Haunter thrives in dark environments and is said to lurk in abandoned buildings and caves. It has the unique ability to steal the life force of its prey through its gaseous tongue. Interestingly, Haunter is one of the lightest Pokémon, weighing only 0.1 kg (0.2 lbs).
Pokédex Data
- Species: Gas Pokémon
- Height: 1.6 m (5'03")
- Weight: 0.1 kg (0.2 lbs)
- Ability: Levitate
Breeding
- Egg Groups: Amorphous
- Gender Ratio: 50% male, 50% female
- Egg Cycles: 20 (4,884–5,140 steps)
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Red/Blue: "Because of its ability to slip through block walls, it is said to be from another dimension."
- Yellow: "By licking, it saps the victim's life. It causes shaking that won't stop until the victim's demise."
- Gold: "In total darkness, where nothing is visible, Haunter lurks, silently stalking its next victim."
- Crystal: "It hides in the dark, planning to take the life of the next living thing that wanders close by."
- Sword: "Its tongue is made of gas. If licked, its victim starts shaking constantly until death eventually comes."
Evolutions
Haunter evolves from Gastly at level 25 and evolves into Gengar when traded.
Habits
Haunter is known to tap people's shoulders with its gaseous hands in the dark, causing endless shuddering. It's also said that on moonless nights, Haunter searches for someone to curse.
Additions Across Generations
In Generation II, Haunter gained the ability to learn Dream Eater by level up. In later generations, it received new moves like Shadow Punch and Payback, enhancing its Ghost-type movepool.