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No. 0897 · Generation VIII · Galar

Spectrier

The Swift Horse Pokémon

TL;DR. Spectrier is a pure ghost-type Pokémon from Generation VIII. Base Stat Total: 580. It probes its surroundings with all its senses save one—it doesn’t use its sense of sight. Spectrier’s kicks are said to separate soul from body.

Ghost

It probes its surroundings with all its senses save one—it doesn’t use its sense of sight. Spectrier’s kicks are said to separate soul from body.

Height2.0 m
Weight44.5 kg
AbilitiesGrim Neigh
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 580. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 100
Attack 65
Defense 60
Sp. Attack 145
Sp. Defense 80
Speed 130
Total580
580 base stat total, the 69th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 7th among Ghost-types.
145 base Special Attack, Spectrier's strongest stat, ranking 3rd of 65 Ghost-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

Spectrier in Pokémon GO.

Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Spectrier reaches 3,385 CP at level 40 and 3,872 CP as a best buddy.

GO Attack273
GO Defense146
GO Stamina205
Max CP (L40)3,385
Max CP (L50)3,827
Best buddy (L51)3,872
Raid catch CP 1,849–1,934 (L20). Weather boosted 2,312–2,418 (L25).

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Competitive

Spectrier in competitive play.

Spectrier is a Generation 9 Ubers-tier pick in Smogon singles.

Ubers
Nasty Plot
Nasty Plot / Substitute / Shadow Ball / Draining Kiss
  • ItemLeftovers
  • NatureTimid
  • EVs252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraFairy, Fighting, Ghost
Choice Specs
Shadow Ball / Tera Blast / Will-O-Wisp / Dark Pulse
  • ItemChoice Specs
  • NatureTimid
  • EVs252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraFairy, Fighting
Doubles OU
Nasty Plot
Shadow Ball / Draining Kiss / Nasty Plot / Protect
  • ItemLeftovers
  • NatureTimid
  • EVs136 Def / 104 SpA / 104 SpD / 164 Spe
  • TeraFairy

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Quick answers

Common questions about Spectrier.

Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Spectrier, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.

What type is Spectrier?

Spectrier is a pure Ghost-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.

What is Spectrier weak to?

Spectrier takes 2× damage from Ghost, Dark. It has no 4× weaknesses.

What is Spectrier resistant to?

Spectrier is immune to Normal, Fighting. It also resists Poison, Bug.

Does Spectrier evolve?

Spectrier does not evolve and does not evolve from another Pokémon. it's a standalone species.

What generation is Spectrier from?

Spectrier was introduced in Generation VIII (the Galar region). Its Pokédex number is #0897.

What are Spectrier's base stats?

Spectrier has HP 100, Attack 65, Defense 60, Special Attack 145, Special Defense 80, and Speed 130. Total base stat total: 580.

What are Spectrier's abilities?

Spectrier can have the ability Grim Neigh.

Is Spectrier legendary or mythical?

Yes. Spectrier is classified as a Legendary Pokémon. Legendaries are typically one-per-game and central to that game's main story.

What is Spectrier's best stat?

Spectrier's highest base stat is Special Attack at 145, which ranks 3rd of 65 Ghost-type Pokémon.

Is Spectrier good?

Spectrier has a base stat total of 580, the 69th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 7th among Ghost-types. That is a strong, fully-evolved stat spread.

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Sprites · Sound

Through the generations.

Spectrier as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.

Spectrier 3D render in Pokémon HOME
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Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Spectrier is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

2× Weak to
Ghost Dark
½× Resists
Poison Bug
0× Immune to
Normal Fighting
Comparison

Spectrier vs. the average Ghost-type.

Each base stat measured against the mean across all 65 Ghost-type Pokémon.

Stat Spectrier Ghost avg Difference
HP 100 66 +34
Attack 65 77 -12
Defense 60 77 -17
Special Attack 145 82 +63
Special Defense 80 79 +1
Speed 130 66 +64
Total 580 447 +133
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Game appearances

Spectrier appears in 4 games.

Every mainline release where Spectrier is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen VIII
  • 2019 Shield
  • 2019 Sword
  • 2020 Crown Tundra DLC
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
Pokémon Champions: Champions availability TBD . Full roster pending official reveal.
Where to find

Spectrier isn't found in the wild.

No main-series wild encounters recorded. Spectrier is obtained through evolution, breeding, trade, or a special event or static encounter.

Pokémon Masters EX · Sync Pairs

Spectrier partners with 1 trainer in Masters EX.

Each card is a canon Trainer + Spectrier partnership. Tap any pair to open the Sync Pair catalog and explore the full roster.