Blacephalon Pokemon Guide

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Blacephalon Pokemon Guide

Blacephalon is a Fire and Ghost-type Ultra Beast known for its explosive special attacks, signature move Mind Blown, Beast Boost ability and unusual fireworks-inspired design. This guide covers Blacephalon’s stats, best moves, ability, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.

Fire type Pokemon icon
Ghost type Pokemon icon

Normal Form

Blacephalon

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Shiny Form

Shiny Blacephalon

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Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Blacephalon guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.

Blacephalon Description

Blacephalon is a Fire and Ghost-type Ultra Beast introduced in Generation 7. It is known for its high Special Attack, colorful appearance and the signature Fire-type move Mind Blown.

Competitive Overview

Is Blacephalon Good in Competitive?

Blacephalon can be a strong competitive attacker because of its high Special Attack, good Speed and Beast Boost ability. It pressures teams with Fire and Ghost-type STAB attacks and can quickly become dangerous after a knockout.

Blacephalon’s biggest strengths are its immediate special damage, useful offensive typing and access to Mind Blown. Its biggest issues are its frailty and weaknesses to Water, Ground, Rock, Ghost and Dark-type attacks.

Blacephalon Quick Facts

Here are the key facts to know about Blacephalon, including its type, ability, height, weight and species information.

Name

Blacephalon

National Dex

#0806

Type

Fire type Pokemon icon
Ghost type Pokemon icon

Fire / Ghost

Species

Fireworks Pokemon

Height

5’11” / 1.8 m

180 cm

Weight

28.7 lbs / 13.0 kg

13 kg

Abilities

Beast Boost

Blacephalon Stats

Blacephalon has very high Special Attack and solid Speed, making it a dangerous special attacker. Its lower defenses mean it often needs careful switching, speed control or prediction to stay safe.

Hp
53
Attack
127
Defense
53
Special Attack
151
Special Defense
79
Speed
107

Blacephalon Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

Blacephalon uses strong Fire and Ghost-type attacks along with setup and coverage moves. These are some of Blacephalon’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.

Fire type Pokemon icon

Mind Blown

Blacephalon’s signature Fire-type attack, delivering huge damage while also costing some of its own HP.

Ghost type Pokemon icon

Shadow Ball

A reliable Ghost-type special attack that works well with Blacephalon’s high Special Attack.

Fire type Pokemon icon

Flamethrower

A dependable Fire-type attack with solid power and accuracy.

Fire type Pokemon icon

Fire Blast

A stronger Fire-type option for players who want higher damage at the cost of accuracy.

Fire type Pokemon icon

Overheat

A very powerful Fire-type special attack that sharply lowers Special Attack after use.

Psychic type Pokemon icon

Calm Mind

A setup move that boosts Special Attack and Special Defense for stronger special pressure.

Psychic type Pokemon icon

Psyshock

A Psychic-type coverage move that targets Defense and can help against special walls.

Dark type Pokemon icon

Dark Pulse

Dark-type coverage that helps Blacephalon hit Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.

Blacephalon All Moves

Blacephalon can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Blacephalon’s move list by learn method.

Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Level-Up Moves
LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
1Astonish Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical30100
1Fire Spin Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special3585
5Light Screen Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
10Ember Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special40100
15Night Shade Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special100
20Confuse Ray Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status100
25Magic Coat Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
30Incinerate Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special60100
35Hypnosis Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status60
40Mystical Fire Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special75100
45Shadow Ball Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special80100
50Calm Mind Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
55Will O Wisp Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status85
60Trick Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status100
65Fire Blast Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special11085
70Mind Blown Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special150100
TM Moves
MethodMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
TMCalm Mind Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
TMDark Pulse Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Special80100
TMEncore Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status100
TMEndure Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMFacade Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical70100
TMFire Blast Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special11085
TMFire Punch Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical75100
TMFire Spin Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special3585
TMFlamethrower Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special90100
TMFling Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical100
TMFoul Play Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical95100
TMHeat Wave Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special9590
TMHyper Beam Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special15090
TMLight Screen Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
TMMystical Fire Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special75100
TMOverheat Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special13090
TMPayback Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical50100
TMProtect Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMPsychic Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special90100
TMPsyshock Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special80100
TMRest Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
TMRock Blast Rock type Pokemon icon Rock Physical2590
TMRound Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special60100
TMSelf Destruct Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical200100
TMShadow Ball Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special80100
TMShadow Claw Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical70100
TMSleep Talk Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMSnore Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special50100
TMSolar Beam Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special120100
TMStored Power Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special20100
TMSubstitute Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMSunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status
TMTaunt Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status100
TMThief Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical60100
TMTrick Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status100
TMUproar Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special90100
TMWill O Wisp Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status85
TMZen Headbutt Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Physical8090
Tutor Moves
MoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
Expanding Force Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Special80100

Blacephalon Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

Blacephalon is a Fire and Ghost-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances and two immunities, but it is weak to Water, Ground, Rock, Ghost and Dark-type attacks.

Type

Fire type Pokemon icon
Ghost type Pokemon icon

Fire / Ghost

Weaknesses

Water type Pokemon icon
Ground type Pokemon icon
Rock type Pokemon icon
Ghost type Pokemon icon
Dark type Pokemon icon

Water, Ground, Rock, Ghost, Dark

Resistances

Fire type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon
Ice type Pokemon icon
Poison type Pokemon icon
Steel type Pokemon icon
Fairy type Pokemon icon
Bug type Pokemon icon

Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel, Fairy, Bug

Immunity

Normal type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon

Normal, Fighting

Blacephalon Abilities

Blacephalon’s ability can help it gain momentum after knocking out opposing Pokemon.

Beast Boost

Boosts Blacephalon’s most proficient stat each time it knocks out a target. This can help Blacephalon snowball after scoring a knockout.

Blacephalon Evolution

Blacephalon does not evolve from or into another Pokemon. It is a standalone Ultra Beast.

Single Stage

Blacephalon

Fire type Pokemon icon
Ghost type Pokemon icon
blacephalon

Does not evolve

Where to Find Blacephalon in Pokemon Games

Blacephalon’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is usually obtained through Ultra Beast encounters, Dynamax Adventures, trade or transfer depending on the game.

Generation 1: Pokemon Red, Blue and Yellow
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Red box artPokemon Red Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Blue box artPokemon Blue Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Yellow box artPokemon Yellow Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 2: Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Gold box artPokemon Gold Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Silver box artPokemon Silver Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Crystal box artPokemon Crystal Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 3: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Ruby box artPokemon Ruby Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Sapphire box artPokemon Sapphire Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Emerald box artPokemon Emerald Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon FireRed box artPokemon FireRed Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon LeafGreen box artPokemon LeafGreen Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 4: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Diamond box artPokemon Diamond Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Pearl box artPokemon Pearl Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Platinum box artPokemon Platinum Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon HeartGold box artPokemon HeartGold Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon SoulSilver box artPokemon SoulSilver Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 5: Black, White, Black 2 and White 2
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Black box artPokemon Black Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon White box artPokemon White Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Black 2 box artPokemon Black 2 Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon White 2 box artPokemon White 2 Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 6: X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon X box artPokemon X Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Y box artPokemon Y Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Omega Ruby box artPokemon Omega Ruby Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire box artPokemon Alpha Sapphire Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Generation 7: Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon and Let’s Go
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Sun box artPokemon Sun Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Moon box artPokemon Moon Not available because Blacephalon had not been introduced yet.
Pokemon Ultra Sun box artPokemon Ultra Sun Poni Grove after the Ultra Beast story events.
Pokemon Ultra Moon box artPokemon Ultra Moon Trade from Pokemon Ultra Sun or transfer from another game.
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu box artPokemon Let’s Go Pikachu Not available in this game.
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee box artPokemon Let’s Go Eevee Not available in this game.
Generation 8: Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Sword box artPokemon Sword Dynamax Adventures in The Crown Tundra, or trade from another game.
Pokemon Shield box artPokemon Shield Dynamax Adventures in The Crown Tundra, or trade from another game.
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond box artPokemon Brilliant Diamond Not available in this game.
Pokemon Shining Pearl box artPokemon Shining Pearl Not available in this game.
Pokemon Legends Arceus box artPokemon Legends: Arceus Not available in this game.
Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Scarlet box artPokemon Scarlet Not available in this game.
Pokemon Violet box artPokemon Violet Not available in this game.
Pokemon Legends Z-A box artPokemon Legends Z-A Not available in this game.
Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
Game Where to Find Blacephalon
Pokemon Winds and Waves placeholder box artPokemon Winds and Waves Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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Blacephalon FAQ

Here are quick answers to common questions about Blacephalon. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.

What type is Blacephalon?

Blacephalon is a Fire / Ghost-type Pokemon.

What is Blacephalon weak against?

Blacephalon is weak to Water, Ground, Rock, Ghost, Dark-type moves.

What does Blacephalon evolve from?

Blacephalon does not evolve from or into another Pokemon. It is a standalone Ultra Beast.

What are Blacephalon’s abilities?

Blacephalon’s ability is Beast Boost.

What are Blacephalon’s best moves?

Blacephalon’s best moves often include Mind Blown, Shadow Ball, Flamethrower, Fire Blast, Overheat, Calm Mind, Psyshock and Dark Pulse.

Is Blacephalon good in Pokemon?

Yes, Blacephalon can be useful because of its stats, typing, movepool and Beast Boost ability, though its value depends on the game and format.

How do you get Blacephalon?

Blacephalon’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is usually obtained through Ultra Beast encounters, Dynamax Adventures, trade or transfer depending on the game.

Does Blacephalon have a Mega Evolution?

No, Blacephalon does not currently have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or regional form.





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