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Sinistea is a Ghost-type Pokemon known for its tea-cup design, Phony and Antique forms, evolution into Polteageist and useful special movepool. This guide covers Sinistea’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and form information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Antique Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Sinistea 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 |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Sinistea is a Ghost-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. It is known for disguising itself as a small cup of tea and for having two forms, Phony Form and Antique Form, which determine which item is needed for evolution.
Competitive Overview
Sinistea is usually more of a pre-evolution than a major competitive threat, but it can still use Ghost-type moves, status options and setup tools in lower-power formats or specialized play.
Sinistea’s biggest strengths are its special attack tools and evolution potential into Polteageist. Its biggest issues are its low bulk and the need to evolve before it becomes a stronger offensive option.
Here are the key facts to know about Sinistea, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Sinistea
National Dex
#0854
Type
Ghost
Species
Black Tea Pokemon
Height
0’04” / 0.1 m
10 cm
Weight
0.4 lbs / 0.2 kg
0.2 kg
Abilities
Weak Armor, Cursed Body
Sinistea has modest stats as a pre-evolution, with its Special Attack standing out more than its bulk. It usually becomes more effective after evolving into Polteageist.
Sinistea focuses on Ghost-type special attacks, setup and support moves. These are some of Sinistea’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Ghost-type special attack and one of Sinistea’s most important offensive moves.
An early Ghost-type attack that fits Sinistea’s progression before stronger options are available.
A Ghost-type attack that becomes stronger when the target has a status condition.
A powerful setup move that can raise offensive stats and Speed while lowering defenses.
Can become stronger after Sinistea boosts its stats with setup moves.
Coverage that damages the target while helping Sinistea recover HP.
A priority option that can hit opponents before they move if they are attacking.
Useful for scouting attacks, stalling turns and supporting careful play.
Sinistea can learn a focused move pool across different Pokemon games, including Ghost, Psychic, Grass, Dark and Normal moves. Use the section below to view Sinistea’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sinistea is a Ghost-type Pokemon. This gives it immunities to Normal and Fighting-type moves, but it is weak to Ghost and Dark-type attacks.
Type
Ghost
Weaknesses
Ghost and Dark
Resistances
Poison and Bug
Immunity
Normal and Fighting
Sinistea’s abilities support its role depending on the game and format.
Raises Sinistea’s Speed and lowers its Defense when it is hit by a physical move. This can help Sinistea become faster after taking contact or physical damage.
May disable a move that hits Sinistea. This hidden ability can disrupt opponents and create openings for setup or switching.
Sinistea evolves into Polteageist when exposed to the correct pot item. Phony Form Sinistea evolves with a Cracked Pot, while Antique Form Sinistea evolves with a Chipped Pot.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Sinistea with a Cracked Pot or Chipped Pot depending on form
Sinistea’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In Sword, Shield, Scarlet and Violet, it can be found in specific areas and evolved into Polteageist with the correct pot item.
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Sinistea had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Glimwood Tangle and Old Cemetery. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Glimwood Tangle and Old Cemetery. |
 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 Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
East Province Area Three and South Province Area Six. |
 Pokemon Violet |
East Province Area Three and South Province Area Six. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Sinistea |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Sinistea has Phony Form and Antique Form. The form is mainly identified by the authenticity mark on the underside of the cup, and it determines whether Sinistea needs a Cracked Pot or Chipped Pot to evolve into Polteageist.
Category
Black Tea Pokemon
Type
Ghost
Phony Form
Uses Cracked Pot
Antique Form
Uses Chipped Pot
Sinistea has Phony Form and Antique Form. The form is mainly identified by the authenticity mark on the underside of the cup, and it determines whether Sinistea needs a Cracked Pot or Chipped Pot to evolve into Polteageist.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Sinistea. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sinistea is a Ghost-type Pokemon.
Sinistea is weak to Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Sinistea evolves into Polteageist with a Cracked Pot if it is Phony Form or a Chipped Pot if it is Antique Form.
Sinistea’s abilities are Weak Armor, Cursed Body.
Sinistea’s best moves often include Shadow Ball, Astonish, Hex, Shell Smash, Stored Power, Giga Drain, Sucker Punch and Protect.
Sinistea can be useful depending on the game and format, especially when its typing, abilities and best moves fit the team.
The most common way to get Sinistea is to catch it in Glimwood Tangle or Old Cemetery in Sword and Shield, or in East Province Area Three and South Province Area Six in Scarlet and Violet.
Yes, Sinistea has Phony and Antique forms.
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