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Misdreavus
File:Misdreavus.png
National Pokédex
Slowking - Misdreavus (#200) - Unown
Johto Pokédex
Sneasel - Misdreavus (#214) - Porygon
Japanese nameムウマ - Muuma
Evolves fromNone
Evolves intoNone
GenerationSecond
SpeciesScreech Pokémon
TypeGhost
Height2 ft. 4 in. (0.71 m)
Weight2.0 pounds (0.91 kg)
AbilityLevitate

Misdreavus (ムウマ Muuma in Japan, Traunfugil in Germany and Feuforeve in France) is a fictional, ghost-like entity in the Pokémon franchise.

The name Misdreavus is derived from the words "mischievous", which refers to its naughty nature, and "dread".

Another possibility is the name originated from the word "mysterious", indicating the Pokémon's little-known background which is common to all Ghost-type Pokémon. Its name is usually pronounced either "mist-DREE-vuss" or "mist-DREH-vuss". It may also be a portmanteau of "mysterious" or "mischevious" (Given it's nature) and a variation of the word "dread".

The title "Miss" may be another source for its name, referring to its feminine appearance.

Biology

Misdreavus is a moderately-sized, corporeal apparition that somewhat resembles the disembodied head of a human female (though this Pokémon exists in male and female gender). It lacks a nose, has thick, flowing “hair”, and large, yellow eyes with red irises. It appears to wear a necklace of red pearls.

Misdreavus lives deep in dark caves, making it an elusive Pokémon. It projects frightening screeching and wailing noises, as well as creepy, sobbing cries, at enemy Pokémon it encounters in the caves, so as to build up a level of fright strong enough so that the Pokémon will flee. Misdreavus’ pearl necklace apparently serves as its means for feeding by absorbing the fearful feelings of targets for nutrition (compare with Shuppet, a similar Ghost Pokémon that feeds on feelings of anger).

In the event that a human, trepid or otherwise, enters a cave area inhabited by a Misdreavus, the Pokémon will attempt to drive him or her out by biting and pulling at the intruding human’s hair.

Because of its wailing habit and feminine appearance, Misdreavus may be representative of the Irish Banshee.

In the video games

Misdreavus can be found in Mt. Silver in Pokémon Gold, Silver and Crystal; snagged in Pokémon Colosseum; and caught in the Lost Cave in Pokémon LeafGreen. In none of these areas is it particularly common.

Misdreavus is notable in several ways as a battler; it was the first pure Ghost-type Pokémon to appear in the Pokémon franchise (Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar from the first generation of games were Ghost/Poison-dual-types). It also has a particularly dangerous moveset known as "Perishtrap"; Misdreavus first uses Mean Look to prevent the opponent from switching, and then uses Perish Song to cause the opponent to faint after three turns. However, Misdreavus' mediocre Hit Points and Defenses make Perishtrapping risky. Some of Misdreavus' attacks, such as Confuse Ray and Protect, can help remedy these potential problems.

Since the introduction of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, however, Misdreavus has been overshadowed by Banette and Dusclops, both new pure Ghost-type Pokémon. Banette has high Attack to take advantage of its Ghost-type (a physical-class element), while Dusclops has massive Defenses to stall; Misdreavus possess neither trait. Its special stats are higher than its physical ones though, so it could be somewhat useful in the UU environment.

Misdreavus also posses a unique move called Pain Split. This attack causes it and the target to switch health percentages, and this move could be used to stall for the perishtrap technique. It could also be used offensively as well. With it, Misdreavus poor defense could be used strategically (if it survives a hard hit, it can switch health and gain the advantage).

In the anime

Misdreavus starred in the special episode 3: "Raikou (Pokémon), Legend of Thunder," which has been recently released in the U.S. and UK. It also starred in another Pichu Bros. special: Pichu Bros. in Party Panic and several Pokémon episodes.

In other media

Misdreavus has appeared a scant few times in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, due to it being a mere Basic Psychic-type in all cases:

  • Neo Genesis
  • Skyridge
  • EX Team Rocket Returns
  • EX Legend Maker

Misdreavus also appeared as the 39th promotional card.

References

Publications
  • Barbo, Maria. The Official Pokémon Handbook. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0439154049.
  • Loe, Casey, ed. Pokémon Special Pikachu Edition Official Perfect Guide. Sunnydale, CA: Empire 21 Publishing, 1999. ISBN 130206151.
  • Nintendo Power. Official Nintendo Pokémon FireRed & Pokémon LeafGreen Player’s Guide. Nintendo of America Inc., August 2004. ISBN 193020650X
  • Mylonas, Eric. Pokémon Pokédex Collector’s Edition: Prima’s Official Pokémon Guide. Prima Games, September 21 2004. ISBN 0761547614
  • Nintendo Power. Official Nintendo Pokémon Emerald Version Player’s Guide. Nintendo of America Inc., April 2005. ISBN 1930206585
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