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Sinistcha is a Grass and Ghost-type Pokemon introduced in The Teal Mask DLC for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It evolves from Poltchageist and keeps the line’s Counterfeit and Artisan form distinction. This guide covers Sinistcha’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Sinistcha 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.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Abilities | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Sinistcha is a Grass and Ghost-type Pokemon introduced in The Teal Mask DLC for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It evolves from Poltchageist and keeps the line’s Counterfeit and Artisan form distinction.
Competitive Overview
Sinistcha can be useful as a bulky special attacker or support Pokemon with Matcha Gotcha, Strength Sap, Calm Mind and Hospitality.
Its best use depends on the game, format, teammates and available move options.
Here are the key facts to know about Sinistcha, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Sinistcha
National Dex
#1013
Type
Grass / Ghost
Species
Matcha Pokemon
Height
0’08” / 0.2 m
Weight
4.9 lbs / 2.2 kg
Abilities
Hospitality, Heatproof
Sinistcha’s stats help define its role across Pokemon games and competitive formats.
These are some of Sinistcha’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A signature Grass-type attack that can burn targets and restore HP.
Reliable Ghost-type special damage.
Grass-type damage that improves Sinistcha staying power.
Restores HP while lowering the target Attack.
Raises Special Attack and Special Defense for setup sets.
Useful coverage that can punish physical attackers with burns.
Common utility for scouting and doubles positioning.
Can support allies by restoring HP in doubles formats.
Use the section below to view Sinistcha’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sinistcha is a Grass / Ghost-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and any immunities across Pokemon games.
Type
Grass / Ghost
Weaknesses
Fire, Ice, Flying, Ghost, Dark
Resistances
Water, Electric, Grass, Ground
Immunity
Normal, Fighting
Sinistcha’s abilities help define how it functions in battle.
Restores some HP for an ally when the Pokemon enters battle in doubles formats.
Reduces damage from Fire-type moves and burn damage.
Here is the evolution information for Sinistcha.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Poltchageist with an Unremarkable Teacup or Masterpiece Teacup depending on form
Sinistcha’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game.
| Game | Where to Find Sinistcha |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Sinistcha is obtained by evolving Poltchageist with the correct teacup item in The Teal Mask DLC. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Sinistcha is obtained by evolving Poltchageist with the correct teacup item in The Teal Mask DLC. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistcha |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Sinistcha has Unremarkable Form and Masterpiece Form, matching the form of the Poltchageist used to evolve it.
Unremarkable Form Sinistcha evolves from Counterfeit Form Poltchageist.
Masterpiece Form Sinistcha evolves from Artisan Form Poltchageist.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Sinistcha. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sinistcha is a Grass / Ghost-type Pokemon.
Sinistcha is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Evolves from Poltchageist with an Unremarkable Teacup or Masterpiece Teacup depending on form.
Sinistcha’s abilities are Hospitality, Heatproof.
Sinistcha’s best moves often include Matcha Gotcha, Shadow Ball, Giga Drain, Strength Sap.
Sinistcha can be useful depending on the game, format and team because of its typing, movepool and ability options.
Sinistcha is obtained by evolving Poltchageist with the correct teacup item in The Teal Mask DLC.
Shiny Sinistcha appears in Pokemon data, but shiny availability can depend on the specific game, event or encounter method.
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