Sinistea
Sinistea is a Ghost type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
Evolves into Polteageist.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0854 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ghost |
| Species | Black Tea Pokémon |
| Height | 0.1 m (0′04″) |
| Weight | 0.2 kg (0.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Weak Armor Cursed Body (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0335 (Sword/Shield) 0237 (Scarlet/Violet) 0132 (The Crown Tundra) 0127 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 120 (15.7% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 62 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous, Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 40 | 190 | 284 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 45 | 85 | 207 | |
| Defense | 45 | 85 | 207 | |
| Sp. Atk | 74 | 137 | 271 | |
| Sp. Def | 54 | 101 | 227 | |
| Speed | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Total | 308 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Antique Form
| Sword | The swirl pattern in this Pokémon’s body is its weakness. If it gets stirred, the swirl loses its shape, and Sinistea gets dizzy. |
|---|---|
| Shield | It absorbs the life-force of those who drink it. It waits patiently, but opportunities are fleeting— it tastes so bad that it gets spat out immediately. |
| Scarlet | Some fanatics will go to great pains to prepare the perfect tea and teacup, eagerly waiting for a Sinistea to come and possess their selections. |
| Violet | This Sinistea lives in an antique teacup. As valuable as this Pokémon is, its awful taste remains unchanged. |
Phony Form
| Sword | This Pokémon is said to have been born when a lonely spirit possessed a cold, leftover cup of tea. |
|---|---|
| Shield | The teacup in which this Pokémon makes its home is a famous piece of antique tableware. Many forgeries are in circulation. |
| Scarlet | The soul of someone who died alone possessed some leftover tea. This Pokémon appears in hotels and houses. |
| Violet | Sinistea gets into your body when you drink it, and then it steals your vitality from within. It also tastes awful. |
Moves learned by Sinistea
- In other generations
- 8
- 9
Moves learnt by level up
Sinistea learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Withdraw | Water | — | — | |
| 6 | Aromatic Mist | Fairy | — | — | |
| 12 | Mega Drain | Grass | 40 | 100 | |
| 24 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | Sweet Scent | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 36 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 42 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 48 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 54 | Memento | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 60 | Shell Smash | Normal | — | — |
Egg moves
Sinistea learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Sinistea gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ally Switch | Psychic | — | — |
Moves learnt by TM
Sinistea is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 16 | Psybeam | Psychic | 65 | 100 | |
| 17 | Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 29 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
| 33 | Magical Leaf | Grass | 60 | ∞ | |
| 41 | Stored Power | Psychic | 20 | 100 | |
| 42 | Night Shade | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 54 | Psyshock | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
| 62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 80 | Metronome | Normal | — | — | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 92 | Imprison | Psychic | — | — | |
| 94 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 98 | Skill Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 107 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
| 109 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 111 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 120 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 129 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 132 | Baton Pass | Normal | — | — | |
| 140 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 151 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 | |
| 161 | Trick Room | Psychic | — | — | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 177 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 198 | Poltergeist | Ghost | 110 | 90 | |
| 224 | Curse | Ghost | — | — |
Moves learnt by level up
Sinistea learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Withdraw | Water | — | — | |
| 6 | Aromatic Mist | Fairy | — | — | |
| 12 | Mega Drain | Grass | 40 | 100 | |
| 18 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 24 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | Aromatherapy | Grass | — | — | |
| 36 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 42 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 48 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 54 | Memento | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 60 | Shell Smash | Normal | — | — |
Egg moves
Sinistea does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield.
Move Tutor moves
Sinistea can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poltergeist | Ghost | 110 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Sinistea is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 28 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 38 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Imprison | Psychic | — | — | |
| 57 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
| 71 | Wonder Room | Psychic | — | — | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 77 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
| 86 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Sinistea is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 14 | Metronome | Normal | — | — | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 25 | Psyshock | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 29 | Baton Pass | Normal | — | — | |
| 33 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 38 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 58 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 68 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 81 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 82 | Stored Power | Psychic | 20 | 100 | |
| 83 | Ally Switch | Psychic | — | — |
- In other generations
- 8
- 9
Sinistea sprites
- See all Sinistea sprites
Where to find Sinistea
| Sword Shield |
Glimwood Tangle, Old Cemetery |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet |
East Province (Area Three), South Province (Area Six) |
Answers to Sinistea questions
Other languages
| English | Sinistea |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ヤバチャ (Yabacha) |
| German | Fatalitee |
| French | Théffroi |
| Italian | Sinistea |
| Spanish | Sinistea |
| Korean | 데인차 (deincha) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 来悲茶 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 來悲茶 |
| English |
Black Tea Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | こうちゃポケモン |
| German | Schwarztee-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Thé Noir |
| Italian | Pokémon Tè |
| Spanish | Pokémon Té |
| Korean | 홍차포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 红茶宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 紅茶寶可夢 |
Name origin
- sinister
- evil, ominous
- tea
- hot drink


