Ghost Identification: Demonology & Evidence Types

Author: Emily Mar 14,2025

In the world of Demonology, ghosts are notoriously elusive, leaving behind minimal traces. This guide will help you master the art of ghost identification. We'll explore how to use the evidence you gather to pinpoint the type of ghost haunting your investigation.

How to Identify Ghosts in Demonology


Evidence journal page in Demonology
Evidence page of the Journal

The key to identifying ghosts lies within your in-game journal's evidence page. This page meticulously tracks your findings. By clicking on each evidence type, you systematically eliminate possibilities until only one ghost type remains. You can also uncheck evidence if you later determine it's incorrect.

The table below details each ghost type, its corresponding evidence, strengths, weaknesses, and helpful notes:

Ghost TypeEvidenceStrengths and WeaknessesNotes
**Spirit**HandprintsGhost writingSpirit Box• None• Generally harmless
**Wraith**EMF Level 5Spirit BoxLaser Projector+ Depletes hunter energy
– Cannot cross salt
• Aggressive
**Ghoul**Spirit BoxFreezing TempsGhost orb+ Easily provoked by sound
– Cannot disable electronics
• Mostly not aggressive
**Phantom**EMF Level 5HandprintsGhost orb+ Very fast
– Does not hunt in groups
• Mostly timid
**Shadow**EMF Level 5Ghost writingLaser Projector+ Slightly alters temperature
– Less active in bright light
• Very docile
**Demon**EMF Level 5HandprintsFreezing Temps+ Hunts frequently• Extremely aggressive
**Specter**EMF Level 5Freezing TempsLaser Projector+ Throws items frequently
– Rarely roams unless hunting
• Stays in one room
**Entity**Spirit BoxHandprintsLaser Projector+ Can teleport
– Almost never throws items
• Hard to detect
**Skinwalker**Freezing TempsGhost writingSpirit Box+ May appear as a ghost orb
+ Interacts with items frequently
• Roams a lot
**Banshee**Ghost orbHandprintsFreezing Temps+ Breaks glass frequently• Mostly docile
**Wendigo**Ghost orbGhost writingLaser Projector+ Hunts more frequently
– Prefers to hunt groups
• Very aggressive
**Nightmare**EMF Level 5Spirit BoxGhost orb+ Causes hallucinations
– Weak to light
• Mostly harmless
**Leviathan**Ghost orbGhost writingHandprints+ Throws multiple items
+ Disables lights
• Very unpredictable
**Oni**Laser ProjectorSpirit BoxFreezing Temps+ Sprints while hunting
– Manifests more often
• Aggressive
**Umbra**Ghost orbLaser ProjectorHandprints+ Silent movement
– Slowed in bright light
• Weak to light
**Revenant**Ghost writingEMF Level 5Freezing Temps+ Very low hunt cooldown
– Rests after a kill
• Extremely aggressive

Remember to diligently record each piece of evidence in your journal, crossing out any that don't match. This process streamlines your investigation and helps you efficiently determine which ghost you're dealing with.

How to Collect Each Evidence in Demonology


Each ghost leaves three distinct traces. Utilize the correct equipment to gather evidence and identify the ghost type. Here's a breakdown of each evidence type and how to collect it:

  • Laser Projector: Place the projector; ghosts appear as silhouettes.
  • Handprints: Use a blacklight to reveal fingerprints or handprints.
  • Spirit Box: Use the spirit box to communicate; ghosts may respond after multiple attempts.
  • EMF Level 5: An EMF reader will detect ghosts; only some will trigger all lamps.
  • Ghost Orb: A video camera can capture some ghosts as white orbs.
  • Freezing Temps: A thermometer will show significantly lowered temperatures.
  • Ghost Writing: Leave a spirit book; ghosts may write in it.

Now you're equipped to effectively identify any ghost in Demonology! For more Roblox guides, visit the Escapist's Roblox guides hub.