Welcome budding artists and Pokémon enthusiasts! Today, we will embark on a captivating artistic journey. Our tutorial will guide you step-by-step on how to draw the enigmatic ghost/fairy-type Pokémon – Mimikyu. Mimikyu, introduced in Generation VII, hides under a rag that mimics Pikachu to avoid the curse that befalls anyone who sees its true form. Let’s bring this elusive character to life on our canvas!
Getting to Know Mimikyu
Mimikyu’s unique appearance sets it apart, making it a fun and challenging subject to draw. Here are some key features:
- The costume designed to resemble Pikachu, though in a grayish-beige color rather than yellow.
- A wooden “tail” with a grayish-brown color.
- The “face” on the disguise is simple, featuring poorly drawn eyes, cheeks, and a zigzag mouth.
- Two holes in the body of the costume revealing Mimikyu’s actual eyes.
Navigating the Drawing Guide
Our guide consists of 10 steps, with the first 2 laying out the basic sketch using light pencil strokes. To help you through the process, we’ve color-coded the guide:
- Red Color: Highlights the current step to focus on.
- Black Color: Showcases the lines you have previously drawn.
- Grey Color: Indicates the basic sketch, helping you maintain proportions.
Once you’ve mastered drawing Mimikyu, consider adding other Pokémon characters to your repertoire. You can find more guides on our site for characters such as Pikachu, Eevee, Marowak, Charizard, and Gengar.









That covers everything you need to know about how to draw Mimikyu ghost pokemon, from that lopsided Pikachu disguise to the shadowy tail peeking out below. If you want to show off your finished Mimikyu, drop it in the comments on the Pinterest pinned post for this guide.