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    Dusknoir

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    Dusknoir is a Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Ghost-type Pokémon, Dusknoir is weak to Dark and Ghost-type moves.

    Dusknoir's maximum Combat Power stat is 2700 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Hex and Shadow Ball. Dusknoir encounters are boosted during Fog weather. Shiny Dusknoir is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2700 CP
    Attack180 ATK
    Defense254 DEF
    Stamina128 HP
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Dusknoir Type Chart

    Dusknoir takes increased damage from:Dusknoir takes increased damage from:
    +60.0%
    • Dark
    • Ghost
    Dusknoir takes reduced damage from:Dusknoir takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Poison
    -60.9%
    • Fighting
    • Normal

    Dusknoir's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderD TierExternal Link
    Ghost Ghost-type Attacker
    Hex / Shadow Ball    		F TierExternal Link#63

    Dusknoir's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Dusknoir's best moveset is Hex and Shadow Ball, with 11.17 DPS (damage per second) and 176.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Fog weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Dusknoir Shadow Ball.
    • DPS11.17
    • TDO176.63
    • Weather
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        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.GhostHex GhostShadow Ball *11.17176.620.3
        2.GhostAstonish GhostShadow Ball *10.85171.519.7
        3.GhostHex GhostPoltergeist 9.70153.417.6
        4.GhostHex FightingDynamic Punch 9.46149.517.2
        5.GhostHex PsychicPsychic 9.46149.517.2
        6.GhostAstonish GhostPoltergeist 9.28146.716.8
        7.GhostAstonish PsychicPsychic 9.14144.416.6
        8.GhostAstonish FightingDynamic Punch 9.11144.016.5
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        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Dusknoir's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Dusknoir's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Dusknoir has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • GhostAstonishDamage7Energy13Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Astonish
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage7
          Energy13
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage12
          Energy10

          Effects
          Astonish has no special effects.
          See Astonish details page ↗
        • GhostHexDamage8Energy13Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Hex
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage8
          Energy13
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage7
          Energy13

          Effects
          Hex has no special effects.
          See Hex details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • DarkDark PulseDamage80Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Dark Pulse
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50

          Effects
          Dark Pulse has no special effects.
          See Dark Pulse details page ↗
        • GhostShadow PunchDamage35Energy33Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Shadow Punch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage35
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage55
          Energy35

          Effects
          Shadow Punch has no special effects.
          See Shadow Punch details page ↗
        • GhostOminous WindDamage55Energy33Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ominous Wind
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage45
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Ominous Wind has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
          See Ominous Wind details page ↗
        • GhostShadow Ball *Damage100Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage100
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.4s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage100
          Energy55

          Effects
          Shadow Ball has no special effects.
          See Shadow Ball details page ↗
        • PsychicPsychicDamage95Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Psychic
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • PoisonPoison
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 39.1%
            • DarkDark
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage95
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage75
          Energy55

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Psychic details page ↗
        • FightingDynamic PunchDamage85Energy50Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Dynamic Punch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.0s - 2.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage90
          Energy45

          Effects
          Dynamic Punch has no special effects.
          See Dynamic Punch details page ↗
        • GhostPoltergeistDamage140Energy100Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Poltergeist
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage140
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.7s - 2.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage150
          Energy75

          Effects
          Poltergeist has no special effects.
          See Poltergeist details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Dusknoir's has 2700 max CP (at Level 50). A Dusknoir obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1294 CP to 1364 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1617 CP to 1706 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Dusknoir can be found in the 970 CP to 1023 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2700 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch970 CP - 1023 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1294 CP - 1364 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1294 CP - 1364 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1617 CP - 1706 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Dusknoir Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        133 CP2105 CP3177 CP
        4250 CP5322 CP6394 CP
        7466 CP8538 CP9610 CP
        10682 CP11750 CP12819 CP
        13887 CP14955 CP151023 CP
        161092 CP171160 CP181228 CP
        191296 CP201364 CP211433 CP
        221501 CP231569 CP241637 CP
        251706 CP261774 CP271842 CP
        281911 CP291979 CP302047 CP
        312081 CP322115 CP332149 CP
        342184 CP352218 CP362252 CP
        372286 CP382320 CP392354 CP
        402388 CP412419 CP422449 CP
        432480 CP442511 CP452542 CP
        462573 CP472604 CP482636 CP
        492668 CP502700 CP

        Dusknoir in the meta

        Dusknoir in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        Dusknoir is bulky, very bulky. Nothing else is in its favor though! 🤷

        ⚔️ Raids - Despite its bulk, Dusknoir just vanishes in a Raid battle 😶

        🛡️ Gyms - A very respectable Gym defender and a nightmare to Fighting-type attackers 👻

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        Dusknoir is okayish in PvP but if you want to be serious, use Dusclops instead 😁

        🔵 Great League - Dusknoir can tank hits very well and has the dreaded Shadow Ball in its belt ⚠️

        With no secondary typing to exploit, this Ghost can grab some surprise wins out of the blue 🥳

        But again, Dusclops is your best bet 🙌

        🟡 Ultra League - Dusknoir brings a repeat and rinse to Ultra League from the Great League, since the same advantages of bulk and Shadow Ball help it do well, even against the mighty Giratina 😮

        However, it's very inconsistent in performance and there's better Ghosts to invest in 💰

        🟣 Master League - What? Didn't you know Dusknoir freaks out at the very mention of Master League? 🤫

        Mega Pokémon that boost Dusknoir

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Dusknoir's Ghost-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Dusknoir.

        Ghost Ghost

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Dusknoir in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Dusknoir, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                Pokédex information

                Sinnoh
                Pokédex Number#477
                Height2.2 m
                Weight106.6 kg
                RegionGeneration 4
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate20%
                Base Flee Rate0%
                Catch rewards
                Candy10
                Stardust500
                Additional Move Cost
                Candy50
                Stardust50000

                Size information

                XXSXSMXLXXL
                Dusknoir scaled to 0.8841176470588236x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Dusknoir scaled to 0.8970588235294118x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Dusknoir scaled to 1.5441176470588236x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmDusknoir scaled to 2.1911764705882355x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Dusknoir scaled to 2.514705882352941x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                1.08 m1.1 m2.2 m3.3 m3.85 m

                Dusknoir's height ranges from 1.08 m to 3.85 m, with the average being 2.2 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                Size bounds

                This table shows the size bounds of Dusknoir in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                SizeLower boundUpper bound
                XXS1.078 m1.1 m
                3′06″3′07″
                XS1.1 m2.2 m
                3′07″7′03″
                M1.65 m2.75 m
                5′05″9′00″
                XL2.75 m3.3 m
                9′00″10′10″
                XXL3.3 m3.85 m
                10′10″12′08″

                Encounter data

                Movement typeMOVEMENT_HOVERING
                Movement Timer10s
                Jump Time1s
                Attack Probability20.0%
                Attack Timer29s
                Dodge Probability30.0%
                Dodge Duration0.0s
                Dodge Distance1
                Min Action Frequency1s
                Max Action Frequency2s

                Dusknoir Pokédex entries

                Sinnoh
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Diamond, PearlThe antenna on its head captures radio waves from the world of spirits that command it to take people there.
                Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It is said to take lost spirits into its pliant body and guide them home.
                HeartGold, SoulSilverThis feared Pokémon is said to travel to worlds unknown. Some even believe that it takes lost spirits along with it.
                X, Omega RubyIt is said to take lost spirits into its pliant body and guide them home.
                Y, Alpha SapphireThe antenna on its head captures radio waves from the world of spirits that command it to take people there.
                SwordAt the bidding of transmissions from the spirit world, it steals people and Pokémon away. No one knows whether it has a will of its own.
                ShieldWith the mouth on its belly, Dusknoir swallows its target whole. The soul is the only thing eaten— Dusknoir disgorges the body before departing.
                Legends: ArceusComes 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.

                Sprites

                Photobomb

                Regular and Shiny Dusknoir

                Dusknoir high resolution sprites

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Dusknoir. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Wallpaper

                DusknoirDusknoirDusknoirDusknoir

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Dusknoir’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Ghost-type Pokémon, Dusknoir is weak to Dark and Ghost-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Dusknoir in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Dusknoir in Pokémon GO are Hex and Shadow Ball. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.175 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 176.634.

                How does Dusknoir perform in Raids?

                Dusknoir's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                How does Dusknoir rank as a Ghost-type attacker?

                Dusknoir is an F-Tier Ghost-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Dusknoir?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Dusknoir: Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, and Mega Banette.

                What is Dusknoir’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                Dusknoir’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2388 CP and 2700 CP at Level 50.

                Can Dusknoir be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Dusknoir can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Dusknoir Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Dusknoir cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.