Dark-type Pokémon are one of the coolest types out there. Their evil-looking appearance is matched only by their wicked power. In this guide, you will find out the best dark-type Pokémon from every game.
Tyranitar
Tyranitar is a Rock/Dark-type Pokémon, it is 2.0 m tall and weighs 202.0 kg. Tyranitar is known as the Armor Pokémon, and it has Sand Stream as an ability, and its Attack stat is 3. It has a 45% chance of being caught with a Pokéball if it has full HP. Its base friendship is 35, which is lower than the normal value of 100. Its base experience yield is 270, which is rather slow. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 40 (10,024–10,280 steps).
Umbreon
Umbreon is a Dark-type Pokémon, its nicknames are Moonlight Pokémon and Moonlight Neopet. It was introduced in Generation 2 with a height of 1m tall and 27kg weight. It has the Synchronize and Inner Focus abilities. Its EV yield is 2 in Special Defense, and you can catch it at a rate of 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) with a base friendship of 35 (lower than normal). Umbreon grows at a medium rate. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 35 (8,739–8,995 steps).
Greninja
Greninja is a Water/Dark-type known as Ash-Greninja, and it has a new form in Sun and Moon. It is 1.5 m (4′11″) tall and weighs 40 kg (88.2 lbs). Its abilities are Torrent and Protean. When caught with a Pokéball, its catch rate is 45 (5.9% with PokéBall and full HP). Its base friendship is 50 (normal). The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
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Guzzlord
Guzzlord is a Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon, it is known as the Junkivore Pokémon. Guzzlord was introduced in Generation 7, its height is 5.5 m (18 feet) and its weight is 888 kg (1957 lbs). Guzzlord has a Beast Boost ability, its catch rate is 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) and base friendship is 0 (lower than normal). The egg cycles of the pokemon are 120 (30,584–30,840 steps).
Yveltal
Yveltal is a dark and flying-type Pokémon that has an incredible attack stat, but its defense is not very high. It was introduced in the sixth generation. Yveltal is known for being powerful and dangerous, yet also graceful in appearance. It has a base Exp. yield of 306, which is quite low. It has a catch rate of 45 at full health, and its friendship level starts off at 0. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 120 (30,584–30,840 steps).
Urshifu
Urshifu is a Fighting and Dark-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 8. It is 6’3” (1.9 meters) tall and weighs 231.5 pounds (105 kilograms). Its abilities are Unseen Fist and it is a Wushu Pokémon. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 120 (30,584–30,840 steps).
Hydreigon
Hydreigon is a Dark/Dragon-type new Pokémon in Pokémon X and Y. It is also known as the Brutal Pokémon and has a low base friendship with trainers. It is 1.8 meters tall, weighs 352.7 pounds, and has an ability called Levitate. Hydreigon is slow to level up and has a base experience of 270. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 40 (10,024–10,280 steps).
Grimmsnarl
Grimm Snarl is a new Dark/Fairy type monster that evolved from Morgrem, it was introduced in generation 8. Grimm Snarl is known as the Bulk Up Pokémon. It’s 1.5 meters tall and weighs 61 kilograms. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Obstagoon
Obstagoon is a new Dark/Normal-type Pokémon known as the Blocking Pokémon. It was introduced in the eighth generation. It is 0.6m tall, 46kg in weight, has a base friendship of 50, and a base experience yield of 260. Its signature move is Reckless, which will cause it to take recoil damage when attacking. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Zarude
Zarude is a new Dark/Grass-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 8. It is a Rogue Monkey Pokémon. Zarude is 1.8 m tall and weighs 70 kg. Leaf Guard prevents stat reduction in sunny weather. Its ability is “Attack”. The catch rate of Zarude with PokéBall at full health is 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full health). Its base friendship is 0 (lower than normal). Its base exp. yield is 300. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 120 (30,584–30,840 steps).
Weavile
Weavile is a Dark/Ice-type Pokémon that was introduced in the fourth generation. It is known as the Sharp Claw Pokémon, and it stands at 1.1 meters tall (3’07”) and weighs 34 kilograms (75 pounds). It has an Ability called Pressure. When Weavile reaches Level 100, its stats will be 1 Attack and 1 Speed. Weavile can be caught with a PokéBall at a 5.9% chance. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Houndoom
Houndoom is a Dark/Fire Pokémon that has been around since the 2nd generation of games. Houndoom is a fire-dog-like Pokémon that weighs about 77 pounds and stands about 4 feet and 7 inches tall. Its abilities include Early Bird, which gives it an advantage in getting a jump on its opponents in battle, and Flash Fire, which makes it resistant to fire attacks. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Sharpedo
Sharpedo is a Water/Dark-type of Pokémon and its Pokédex number is 380. It is 1.8 m tall and weighs 88.8 kg with a base friendship of 35 (lower than normal). Its ability is Rough Skin which gives an Attack EV yield of 2 and a catch rate of 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP). The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Honchkrow
Honchkrow is a dual Dark/Flying-type Pokémon, also known as the Big Boss Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 4, it can have insomnia or Super Luck as its abilities, and you will catch it at a 3.9% rate if you use a PokéBall while it has full HP and is at 30 friendship. Its base friendship is 35, which is lower than most Pokémon, but its growth rate is medium slow. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Bisharp
Bisharp is a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon having the Defiant ability to resist being knocked out. Bisharp was introduced in Generation 5. Additionally, it has the Inner Focus ability which gives it an advantage when battling against opponents with high mental pressure. It has high Attack and Catch rates, but its base Friendship is lower than normal. Bisharp grows moderately fast. The egg group of this pokemon is Human-like. The gender of this pokemon is 50% male and 50% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4884–5140 steps).
Incineroar
Incineroar is a Fire- and Dark-type Pokémon, it is known as the Heel Pokémon. Incineroar was introduced in Generation 7, it is 1.8 meters tall and it weighs 83 kilograms. As an Ability, Blaze gives it +3 Attack. In terms of base stats, it has a 45% catch rate with a full HP bar. Its base friendship is 50 and its base experience points are 239. It grows at a Medium Slow rate. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Pangoro
Pangoro is a Fighting/Dark type Pokémon that was introduced in the sixth generation. Pangoro is also known as Daunting Pokémon, it is 2.1 meters tall and weighs 136 kilograms. Its abilities are Iron Fist and Mold Breaker. You can find Pangoro in the wild at a 65% encounter rate holding a PokéBall and is medium fast growing. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 25 (6,169–6,425 steps).
Shiftry
Shiftry is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon known as the Wicked Pokémon. Shiftry was introduced in Generation 3, it is 1.3 meters tall and weighs 59.6 kilograms. Its abilities are Chlorophyll and Early Bird. It gives 3 Attack points to the Pokémon that catch it when it has full health points. Its base friendship level is 50, it evolves from Nuzleaf, and its base experience yield is 216 points. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Thievul
Thievul is a new Dark-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 8. Thievul is 1.2 m (3’11”) tall, weighs 19.9 kg (43.9 lbs) and it is known as the Fox Pokémon. It has the Run Away and Unburden abilities. Its base friendship is 50, and its base experience yield is 159. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Mightyena
Mightyena is a dark type Pokémon from Generation 3, and it is known as the Bite Pokémon. It is a very intimidating Pokémon that weighs 81.6 pounds and is 1 meter tall. Its ability is intimidating, and its experience yield is medium fast. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 15 (3,599–3,855 steps).
Drapion
Drapion has the ability Keen Eye, which allows it to see in the dark. It has high Attack and Defense stats, and its PokéBall catch rate is 45 (5.9% with full HP). Drapion’s Friendship base value is 50 (normal), but its Base Exp. increases to 175 when leveled up slowly. The egg group of this pokemon is Bug, Water 3. The gender of this pokemon is 50% male, 50% female. The egg cycles of the pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Skuntank
Skuntank is a Poison-type or Dark-type Pokémon, it is one meter tall and weighs about 38 kilograms. Skuntank has a stench that can knock out anyone. Its abilities are Stench and the ability to be caught with a PokéBall (7.8% probability). Its base friendship is 50. It grows at a medium rate and has an experienced yield of 168. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).
Sableye
Sableye is a Dark/Ghost-type Pokémon that was introduced in Generation 3. Its name is the Darkness Pokémon. Sableye has a height of 0.5 meters, weighs 11 kilograms, and has an ability called Keen Eye. It’s not hard to catch (45/255), and its base friendship is low (35). The egg cycles of these pokemon are 25 (6,169–6,425 steps).
Spiritomb
Spiritomb is a Ghost/Dark-type Pokémon having the Pressure ability, which allows it to deal double damage to any Pokémon. It was introduced in Generation 4 and it is known as the Forbidden Pokémon. Spiritomb also has 1 Defense and 1 Special Defense, and a catch rate of 100. Spiritomb’s base friendship is 50, and its base experience yield is 170. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 30 (7,454–7,710 steps).
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Krookodile
Krookodile is a Ground/Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5. It is known as the Intimidation Pokémon. It is 1.5 meters tall and weighs 96.3 kg. It is an Intimidation Pokémon, which means it’s strong and intimidating. The egg cycles of these pokemon are 20 (4,884–5,140 steps).