In the world of Pokemon, few creatures are as enigmatic and sought-after as Spiritomb. With spooky appearances and an interesting typing combination, this Ghost/Dark-type Pokemon is a popular addition to any team. If you’re playing Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Shining Pearl, you’re in luck! This guide will walk you through the process of finding and capturing your very own Spiritomb.

Step 1: Obtain the Odd Keystone

The first thing you need to do is acquire an item called the Odd Keystone. You can find it hidden on Route 208, close to Hearthome City’s entrance. To get there, start by heading east from Hearthome City and going south when you reach the fork in the road. Use the Dowsing Machine to find the hidden Odd Keystone on the ground.

Step 2: Visit the Hallowed Tower

Now that you have the Odd Keystone, it’s time to visit a location known as the Hallowed Tower. This mysterious area is also found on Route 208, not too far from where you picked up the Odd Keystone. It’s a small broken stone tower surrounded by trees that stands out in the environment.

Step 3: Place the Odd Keystone

Once you’ve reached the Hallowed Tower, interact with it to place your freshly found Odd Keystone inside. A message will pop up stating that something seems to be amiss.

Step 4: Talk to Other Players

This is where things get a bit more interesting. You need to speak with other players in the Underground for this next step – 32 times, to be precise! Head down to Sinnoh’s Underground and walk around looking for other character avatars running around (these avatars represent real-world players). Interact with them each a total of 32 times. If you can’t find enough players, leaving and re-entering the Underground should help

Step 5: Return to the Hallowed Tower

After you’ve fulfilled the 32 conversations requirement, return to the surface and make your way back to the Hallowed Tower. You’ll now see that Spiritomb has emerged from its hiding and is waiting for you at the location.

Step 6: Catch Spiritomb

Prepare for a battle with this elusive Pokemon! Be sure to have some good Poke Balls, like Ultra Balls or Dusk Balls, handy for this encounter. While Spiritomb is not particularly difficult to capture, its moveset can prove troublesome if your team is unprepared. We recommend using status moves like paralysis or sleep to increase your chances of catching it.

Once you’ve successfully captured Spiritomb, you can add this unique Ghost/Dark-type Pokemon to your team and show off your hard work in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!