Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet detail Greavard

Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet just revealed a new creature today, and we now know it’s called Greavard. We also have first details and a proper in-game video.

Greavard is officially a Ghost Dog Pokemon that comes with the Pickup Ability. It seems to be a pretty friendly creature, but it “will slowly and inadvertently absorb the life-force of those around it”.

Here’s some additional information:

Category: Ghost Dog Pokémon
Type: Ghost
Height: 2′
Weight: 77.2 lbs.
Ability: Pickup

Normally, Greavard barely moves, resting peacefully underground. It pokes the topmost part of its head above ground and lights an eerie glow at its tip, then waits for someone to approach. When a person draws near, Greavard jumps out of the ground while letting out a spooky cry that would startle most unsuspecting people. However, it doesn’t appear to do this with ill intent.

Greavard has such a friendly and affectionate personality that paying it even the slightest bit of attention will make it so overjoyed that it will follow you wherever you go. Of all the Pokémon residing in the Paldea region, it is known to be especially easy to befriend. ​However, Greavard will slowly and inadvertently absorb the life-force of those around it, so it’s best not to play with it too much.

Watch a trailer for Greavard in the upcoming games below.

Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet will be available for Switch on November 18, 2022.