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Gengar
SpeedsterBest Gengar Build - Meta Burst Assassin Guide
Advanced
S-Tier current patch
Win Conditions
Eliminating high-priority targets before major objectives
Power Spikes
Major spike at level 5 (Shadow Ball), level 7 (Dream Eater)
Team Role
Burst assassin and pick-off specialist
Game Strategy
Early Game
- Start in jungle and reach level 5 ASAP
- Focus on securing Bouffalant and Ludicolo buffs
Mid Game
- Look for isolated targets to burst down
- Use Shadow Ball to initiate and Dream Eater to secure kills
Late Game
- Pick off key targets before objective fights
- Position from fog of war for surprise eliminations
Advanced Tips
Item Synergies
- Wise Glasses + Choice Specs maximizes burst potential
- Slick Spoon amplifies combo damage significantly
Matchups
- Strong against: Squishier carries and supports
- Weak vs: Tanks with CC and burst resistance
Additional Notes
- High burst damage assassin build focusing on single-target elimination
- Requires precise skill shot accuracy for Shadow Ball into Dream Eater combo
Moves
Lick
Shadow Ball
Dream Eater
Items
Wise Glasses
Choice Specs
Slick Spoon
Battle Item
Eject Button
Emblems
Setup
7 Black, 6 Green
Best Gengar Build - Hex Reset Carry Guide
Intermediate
A-Tier current patch
Win Conditions
Dominating team fights with multiple Hex resets
Power Spikes
Level 5 (Sludge Bomb), Level 7 (Hex), Level 13 (Unite Move)
Team Role
AOE damage dealer and team fight specialist
Game Strategy
Early Game
- Clear jungle camps efficiently
- Look for early ganks post-level 5
Mid Game
- Chain Hex resets in team fights
- Use Sludge Bomb to initiate on grouped enemies
Late Game
- Control team fight zones with area denial
- Focus on multi-target damage in objective fights
Advanced Tips
Item Synergies
- Shell Bell provides sustain for extended fights
- Wise Glasses amplifies both Sludge Bomb and Hex damage
Matchups
- Strong against: Grouped enemies, slower Pokemon
- Weak vs: Heavy CC, burst damage
Additional Notes
- Sustained damage build with reset mechanics
- Focuses on Hex resets after landing Sludge Bomb
Moves
Lick
Sludge Bomb
Hex
Items
Wise Glasses
Slick Spoon
Shell Bell
Battle Item
X Speed
Emblems
Setup
7 Black, 6 Green
