Pokemon Guide
Cursola is a Ghost-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8, known for its spectral coral body, high Special Attack, defensive utility and evolution from Galarian Corsola. This guide covers Cursola’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Cursola 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.
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Cursola is the evolution of Galarian Corsola. It is a Ghost-type Pokemon known for its fragile spectral body, strong special attacks and haunting coral-inspired design.
Competitive Overview
Cursola can be a niche competitive Pokemon because of its high Special Attack, useful support moves and Ghost typing. It can pressure opponents with strong special attacks while using utility options such as Strength Sap, Will-O-Wisp and Perish Body interactions.
Cursola’s biggest strengths are its Special Attack, Ghost STAB and disruptive support options. Its biggest issues are low Speed, limited physical bulk before Weak Armor activates and weaknesses to Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Cursola, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Cursola
National Dex
#0864
Type
Ghost
Species
Coral Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
0.9 lbs / 0.4 kg
0.4 kg
Abilities
Weak Armor, Perish Body
Cursola has very high Special Attack and solid special bulk, but it is slow and physically fragile. It works best when supported carefully or used to punish opponents with powerful special moves.
Cursola can learn Ghost, Grass, Rock, Ground, Ice, Fire and Psychic coverage or utility moves. These are some of Cursola’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Ghost-type special attack that can lower the target’s Special Defense.
A Ghost-type attack that becomes stronger when the target has a status condition.
Restores HP while lowering the target’s Attack, giving Cursola useful defensive utility.
A special Rock-type coverage move that helps Cursola hit Fire, Flying, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon.
A strong special Ground-type coverage move against Steel, Rock, Fire, Poison and Electric-type Pokemon.
Useful Ice-type coverage against Dragon, Flying, Grass and Ground-type Pokemon.
Burns the target, weakening physical attackers and powering up Hex follow-up damage.
Boosts Cursola’s Special Attack and Special Defense for slower setup strategies.
Cursola can learn a focused move pool across different Pokemon games, including Ghost, Grass, Rock, Ground, Ice, Fire and Psychic moves. Use the section below to view Cursola’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Cursola is a Ghost-type Pokemon. This gives it immunities to Normal and Fighting-type moves, along with weaknesses to Ghost and Dark-type attacks.
Type
Ghost
Weaknesses
Ghost and Dark
Resistances
Poison and Bug
Immunity
Normal and Fighting
Cursola’s abilities help it punish physical contact or create pressure when opponents attack it directly.
Raises Cursola’s Speed and lowers its Defense when it is hit by a physical attack.
When hit by a move that makes contact, both Cursola and the attacker will faint after three turns unless they switch out.
Cursola evolves from Galarian Corsola. Galarian Corsola evolves into Cursola starting at Level 38.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Galarian Corsola at Level 38
Cursola’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In games where it appears, Cursola is usually obtained by evolving Galarian Corsola at Level 38 or by trade.
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Cursola had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Trade from Pokemon Shield or transfer from another supported game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Evolve Galarian Corsola at Level 38. Galarian Corsola can be found in Pokemon Shield. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Cursola |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Cursola. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Cursola is a Ghost-type Pokemon.
Cursola is weak to Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Cursola evolves from Galarian Corsola. Galarian Corsola evolves into Cursola starting at Level 38.
Cursola’s abilities are Weak Armor, Perish Body.
Cursola’s best moves often include Shadow Ball, Hex, Strength Sap, Power Gem, Earth Power, Ice Beam, Will-O-Wisp and Calm Mind.
Yes, Cursola can be useful because of its typing, abilities and movepool, though its role depends on the game and format.
The most common way to get Cursola is to evolve Galarian Corsola at Level 38 in games where Galarian Corsola is available.
Cursola location data for Pokemon Legends Z-A is not yet available on this page.
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