Gastly is a Ghost and Poison-type Pokémon introduced in the first generation of the Pokémon video game series. It is the first of three Pokémon in its evolution line, evolving into Haunter and then Gengar. Gastly is a relatively common Pokémon, found in a variety of locations, including caves, forests, and urban areas.

Description

Gastly is a spherical, gaseous Pokémon with a purple body. It has two large, red eyes and a wide mouth with sharp teeth. Gastly has no visible arms or legs, and it floats through the air. Gastly is said to be able to absorb the life force of other creatures, and it is often associated with death and darkness.

Stats

Stat	Value
HP	30
Attack	35
Defense	30
Special Attack	80
Special Defense	70
Speed	80

Special Abilities

Levitate: Gastly is immune to Ground-type moves.
Poison Touch: Gastly’s physical moves have a 30% chance of poisoning the target.

Evolution

Gastly evolves into Haunter at level 25. Haunter evolves into Gengar at level 40.

Moves

Gastly can learn a variety of moves, including:

Ghost: Shadow Claw, Shadow Ball, Dark Pulse, Night Shade
Poison: Poison Gas, Sludge Bomb, Sludge Wave, Gunk Shot
Flying: Air Slash, Air Cutter, Sky Attack
Psychic: Confusion, Psychic, Shadow Ball

Competitive Usage

Gastly is not commonly used in competitive battling, as it has low HP and Defense. However, it can be a useful Pokémon for surprise attacks, as it can learn a variety of powerful Ghost-type moves.

Shiny Gastly

Shiny Gastly is a rare variant of Gastly with a green body instead of a purple body. It was introduced in the Pokémon GO game in 2017.

Trivia

Gastly is based on the yokai known as a yūrei, a type of Japanese ghost.
Gastly’s name is a combination of the words "gas" and "beast."
Gastly is the only Pokémon that can learn the move Night Shade at level 1.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where can I find Gastly in Pokémon GO?
A: Gastly can be found in a variety of locations, including caves, forests, and urban areas.

Q: What is Gastly’s evolution line?
A: Gastly evolves into Haunter at level 25, and Haunter evolves into Gengar at level 40.

Q: What are Gastly’s strengths and weaknesses?
A: Gastly is strong against Ghost and Poison-type Pokémon, but it is weak against Psychic and Ground-type Pokémon.

Q: Is Gastly a good Pokémon to use in competitive battling?
A: Gastly is not commonly used in competitive battling, but it can be a useful Pokémon for surprise attacks.

References

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Gastly Pokémon GO Shiny

Gastly, the iconic Ghost Pokémon, has a rare and coveted shiny form in Pokémon GO. This version features a distinctive cyan coloration instead of its usual purple hue. Encountering a shiny Gastly is a sought-after experience for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Pokémon GO Gastly Evolution

Gastly evolves into Haunter when fed 25 Gastly Candy, and then into Gengar when traded to another player. Gastly can also be evolved into Mega Gengar by using Mega Energy.

Gastly Pokémon GO Moveset

Gastly, the Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon, boasts a diverse and effective moveset in Pokémon GO:

Fast Moves:

Lick (Ghost): Deals high damage and generates energy quickly.
Shadow Claw (Ghost): Causes minor damage but provides higher energy gain.

Charged Moves:

Dark Pulse (Dark): A powerful Ghost-type move with high base damage.
Ominous Wind (Ghost): Deals moderate damage and has a chance to reduce the opponent’s Attack stat.
Sludge Bomb (Poison): A Poison-type move with decent damage output.
Shadow Ball (Ghost): A powerful Ghost-type move that requires a lot of energy to use.

Recommended Moveset:

For maximum damage, use Shadow Claw as the Fast Move and Dark Pulse as the Charged Move. Alternatively, Lick can provide faster energy generation for frequent use of Ominous Wind to weaken opponents.

Gastly Pokémon GO Location

Gastly is a Poison/Ghost type Pokémon that can be found in the wild in areas with high levels of paranormal activity, such as cemeteries and abandoned buildings. It is also found in shadowy forests and caves. Gastly is more common at night and on cloudy days. Players can also obtain Gastly by hatching Eggs or defeating it in raids.

Gastly Pokémon GO Raid

Gastly, a Ghost- and Poison-type Pokémon, appears in raids in Pokémon GO. These raids can be challenging, especially for lower-level players, but they offer the chance to catch a powerful Pokémon.

Raid Difficulty:
Gastly raids are rated as 1-star raids, making them relatively easy to complete. However, players may still need to team up with others to guarantee victory.

Best Counters:
The best counters for Gastly raids are Psychic-type Pokémon, such as Mewtwo, Lugia, and Gardevoir. Dark- and Ghost-type Pokémon are also effective, including Tyranitar, Yveltal, and Giratina (Origin Forme).

Rewards:
Defeating a Gastly in a raid rewards players with the following:

Gastly Candy
Stardust
TM (Charged or Fast)
Rare Candy (occasionally)

Shiny Variant:
There is a chance to encounter a shiny Gastly during a raid. Shiny Gastly has a green body instead of a purple body.

Gastly Pokémon GO Trading

Gastly is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon that can be traded in Pokémon GO. Its evolved forms are Haunter and Gengar.

Trading Restrictions:

Gastly can be traded regardless of its IVs or moveset.
Gastly caught in a special raid or event cannot be traded.
Gastly with a custom nickname cannot be traded.
Gastly that are part of a team cannot be traded.

Dust Cost:

The Stardust cost for trading Gastly depends on the distance between the traders and their friendship level:

Best Friends: 0 Stardust
Great Friends: 200 Stardust
Good Friends: 400 Stardust
Friends: 800 Stardust
Not Yet Friends: 1600 Stardust
Special Trade: 40,000 Stardust (first trade of the day)

Shiny Gastly:

Shiny Gastly is a rare variation that has a green body instead of a purple body. Shiny Gastly can also be traded, but it will cost more Stardust (with the same multipliers as regular Gastly).

Tips:

Trade with friends to save Stardust.
Wait until you have a Special Trade available to minimize the Stardust cost.
Consider trading Gastly with different IVs or moves to complete your Pokédex.

Gastly Pokémon GO IVs

Gastly’s IVs in Pokémon GO determine its overall strength and potential in battle. The ideal IVs for Gastly are:

Attack: 15
Defense: 15
Stamina: 15

These perfect IVs result in a Gastly with maximum stats, making it a powerful ghost and poison-type Pokémon. However, Gastly with lesser IVs can still be useful in battles depending on their moveset and the specific matchup.

Gastly Pokémon GO Competitive

Gastly is a Generation 1 Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon, and it evolves into Haunter at 25 candies, and into Gengar at 100 candies. Gastly has a base stat total of 310, with 60 HP, 35 Attack, 30 Defense, 80 Special Attack, and 75 Special Defense.

Gastly’s best moveset is Shadow Claw + Shadow Ball + Dark Pulse, giving it access to both STAB and high-power moves.

Gastly Pokémon GO Weakness

Gastly, the Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon, has several weaknesses in Pokémon GO. These include:

Psychic: Gastly is weak against Psychic-type attacks, taking double damage from them.
Ground: Ground-type attacks also deal double damage to Gastly, as Ghost-type Pokémon are vulnerable to these attacks.
Ghost: Although Ghost-type Pokémon are normally immune to Ghost-type attacks, Gastly is still weak to them due to its Poison-typing.