Haunter
Messed up Haunter entries are something of a tradition for the Pokémon franchise. Pokémon Sword said, “If licked, its victim starts shaking constantly until death eventually comes.” Arceus noted, “According to rumor, victims of a Haunter’s lick will wither to death day by day.” As far back as Ruby and Sapphire it was said, “This Pokémon will try to lick you with its tongue and steal your life away.” But both versions of the new Gen 9 game really ramp it up:
In Scarlet, we’re told:
It likes to lurk in the dark and tap shoulders with a gaseous hand. Its touch causes endless shuddering.
While in Violet:
In total darkness, where nothing is visible, Haunter lurks, silently stalking its next victim.
