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Gengar appears to be based on a {{wp|ghost}}. It may also be loosely inspired by the {{wp|Cheshire Cat}}, as it possesses pointed ears; a large, toothy grin; and the ability to vanish. Gengar's many abilities revolving around shadows, as well as its [[Pokémon category]], may also suggest it is partially based on {{wp|Shadow person|shadow people}}. | Gengar appears to be based on a {{wp|ghost}}. It may also be loosely inspired by the {{wp|Cheshire Cat}}, as it possesses pointed ears; a large, toothy grin; and the ability to vanish. Gengar's many abilities revolving around shadows, as well as its [[Pokémon category]], may also suggest it is partially based on {{wp|Shadow person|shadow people}}. | ||
Some of Gengar's traits, such as its {{t|Poison}} type and extremely light weight, seem to be based on {{jwp|Fuyūrei}}, floating spirits said to be able to spread diseases. | Some of Gengar's traits, such as its {{t|Poison}} type and extremely light weight, seem to be based on {{jwp|浮遊霊|Fuyūrei}}, floating spirits said to be able to spread diseases. | ||
Due to its horn-like ears, teeth, ability to float in the air, and dark nature, Gengar may also be based on the {{wp|oni}}. Oni sometimes have a third eye in the center of their forehead, which could be the basis for [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Gengar. | Due to its horn-like ears, teeth, ability to float in the air, and dark nature, Gengar may also be based on the {{wp|oni}}. Oni sometimes have a third eye in the center of their forehead, which could be the basis for [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Gengar. | ||