A Pokémon enthusiast recently unveiled a chilling Gengar miniature, showcasing exceptional painting skills. While many Pokémon fans adore the franchise's adorable creatures, some gravitate towards the spooky ones, and this Gengar miniature perfectly embodies that preference.
Gengar, a Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon from the first generation, is the final evolution of Gastly, evolving into Haunter at level 25 and then Gengar through trading (a Mega Evolution was added in Generation VI). Its iconic design makes it one of the most popular Ghost-type Pokémon.
Pokémon fan HoldMyGranade shared their terrifying painted Gengar miniature, featuring menacing red eyes, sharp teeth, and a long, protruding tongue—a far cry from the official, less intimidating depiction. HoldMyGranade, who purchased the miniature online, dedicated considerable time to its painting, resulting in a striking miniature with rich, deep colors. The miniature gained significant popularity, receiving over 1,100 upvotes on r/pokemon.
A Frightening Gengar Miniature
The Pokémon community is renowned for its artistic talent, encompassing various mediums. For example, a fan previously created a stunning 3D-printed and painted Hisuian Growlithe miniature, realistically blending the Pokémon with a real dog.
Other fans showcase their skills through crochet, such as the adorable Eternatus doll shared earlier this week. Despite Eternatus's monstrous nature, the crocheted version surprisingly conveyed cuteness.
Another impressive example is a wooden Tauros carving created by a fan a few months ago. The intricately carved figurine accurately captured the Gen 1 Normal-type Pokémon's bull-like features.