Rotom
Rotom is an Electric/Ghost type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4.
Rotom has 5 alternate forms introduced in Pokémon Platinum. Rotom transforms when it possesses different household appliances: an oven (Heat Rotom), a washing machine (Wash Rotom), a refrigerator (Frost Rotom), a fan (Fan Rotom), and a lawnmower (Mow Rotom).
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Ghost |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 154 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Defense | 77 | 143 | 278 | |
| Sp. Atk | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Def | 77 | 143 | 278 | |
| Speed | 91 | 168 | 309 | |
| Total | 440 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Fire |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 182 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Defense | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Speed | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Total | 520 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Water |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 182 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Defense | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Speed | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Total | 520 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Ice |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 182 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Defense | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Speed | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Total | 520 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Flying |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 182 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Defense | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Speed | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Total | 520 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0479 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Grass |
| Species | Plasma Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Levitate |
| Local № | 0152 (Platinum) 0068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0372 (Sword/Shield) 0194 (Legends: Arceus) 0310 (Scarlet/Violet) 0041 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 182 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Defense | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 107 | 197 | 344 | |
| Speed | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Total | 520 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
- Rotom does not evolve.
Rotom changes
- In Generation 4, Rotom (Heat Rotom) is Electric/Ghost type.
- In Generation 4, Rotom (Wash Rotom) is Electric/Ghost type.
- In Generation 4, Rotom (Frost Rotom) is Electric/Ghost type.
- In Generation 4, Rotom (Fan Rotom) is Electric/Ghost type.
- In Generation 4, Rotom (Mow Rotom) is Electric/Ghost type.
- In Generation 4, Rotom has a base experience yield of 132.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom (Heat Rotom) has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom (Wash Rotom) has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom (Frost Rotom) has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom (Fan Rotom) has a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Generations 4-7, Rotom (Mow Rotom) has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Rotom
| Diamond Pearl |
Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. |
|---|---|
| Platinum | Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief. |
| X Omega Ruby |
Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. |
| Sword | One boy’s invention led to the development of many different machines that take advantage of Rotom’s unique capabilities. |
| Shield | With a body made of plasma, it can inhabit all sorts of machines. It loves to surprise others. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. |
| Legends: Arceus | This bizarre Pokémon appears to be a will-o’-the-wisp powered by electricity. Be wary, as Rotom is both smart and mischievous. |
| Scarlet | Its electricity-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief. |
| Violet | Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor. |
Heat Rotom
| Sword | This Rotom has possessed a convection microwave oven that uses a special motor. It also has a flair for manipulating flames. |
|---|---|
| Shield | This form of Rotom enjoys making mischief by turning up the heat. It will gleefully burn your favorite outfit. |
| Legends: Arceus | A form in which Rotom lurks within a strange cauldron. The cauldron’s origin is unknown. A bothersome Pokémon, causing trouble with the flames it spits. |
| Scarlet | If the convection microwave oven is not working properly, then the Rotom inhabiting it will become lethargic. |
| Violet | This Rotom has possessed a convection microwave oven. It will sear the surrounding area with its burning heat, then smile in delight. |
Wash Rotom
| Sword | This form of Rotom enjoys coming up with water-based pranks. Be careful with it if you don’t want your room flooded. |
|---|---|
| Shield | This Rotom has possessed a washing machine that uses a special motor. It blasts out water to get enemies to back down. |
| Legends: Arceus | A form in which Rotom lurks within an odd bureau. The bureau’s purpose is unknown. A bothersome Pokémon, causing trouble by splashing cold water everywhere. |
| Scarlet | This Rotom has entered a washing machine. It nods with satisfaction after it floods the surrounding area. |
| Violet | The model of washing machine that Rotom can inspirit has been discontinued, so these appliances are now traded at high prices. |
Frost Rotom
| Sword | Rotom assumes this form when it takes over a refrigerator powered by a special motor. It battles by spewing cold air. |
|---|---|
| Shield | When it’s like this, Rotom likes to play pranks that are freezing cold. You may find it’s turned the bath you just filled to solid ice! |
| Legends: Arceus | A form in which Rotom lurks within a bizarre cupboard. The cupboard’s composition is unknown. A bothersome Pokémon, causing trouble by frosting everything over. |
| Scarlet | This Rotom has entered a refrigerator. It leaps around gleefully after it uses cold air to freeze the area around it. |
| Violet | The special motor within the refrigerator is the key to bringing about Rotom’s change in form. |
Fan Rotom
| Sword | In this form, Rotom applies its new power over wind to its love of pranks. It will happily blow away any important documents it can find. |
|---|---|
| Shield | This Rotom has taken over a fan that has a special motor. Its gusts of wind blow its opponents away! |
| Legends: Arceus | A form in which Rotom lurks within a mysterious contraption. The contraption’s purpose is unknown. A bothersome Pokémon, causing trouble by stirring up powerful winds. |
| Scarlet | This Rotom has entered an electric fan. It smirks with satisfaction over a prank well pulled after it blows away everything around it. |
| Violet | There are several appliances that Rotom can inspirit, but the first one to be developed was the electric fan. |
Mow Rotom
| Sword | This is Rotom after it’s seized control of a lawn mower that has a special motor. As it mows down grass, it scatters the clippings everywhere. |
|---|---|
| Shield | In this form, Rotom focuses its antics on plants. Any flowers you were growing are going to get mowed down. |
| Legends: Arceus | A form in which Rotom lurks within a misshapen wheelbarrow. The wheelbarrow’s mechanisms are bizarre. It’s a bothersome Pokémon, causing trouble by mowing down grass and trees. |
| Scarlet | The lawn mower is one of the household appliances that led to the development of the Rotom Dex. |
| Violet | This Rotom has possessed a lawn mower. It will mow down grass and flowers, then swagger around with pride at its accomplishments. |
Moves learned by Rotom
Moves learnt by level up
Rotom does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Rotom does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Rotom cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Rotom learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 5 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 10 | Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 15 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 20 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 25 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 30 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| 35 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
| 40 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 45 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 50 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 55 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Rotom does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Rotom is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 17 | Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 18 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 23 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 29 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 41 | Stored Power | Psychic | 20 | 100 | |
| 42 | Night Shade | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 48 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 72 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 74 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 82 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 94 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 96 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 107 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
| 109 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 117 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 126 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 136 | Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — | |
| 140 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 166 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 173 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 177 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 191 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 198 | Poltergeist | Ghost | 110 | 90 | |
| 202 | Pain Split | Normal | — | — | |
| 211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 |
Rotom sprites
| Type | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Rotom
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Old Chateau |
|---|---|
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Route 15 |
| X Y |
Lost Hotel |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Poni Gauntlet |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Lake of Outrage |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Sacred Plaza, Stonetooth Rows |
| Scarlet Violet |
East Province (Area Two), West Province (Area Two) |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
Answers to Rotom questions
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Normal form)?
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Mow form)?
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Heat form)?
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Wash form)?
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Frost form)?
- What is a good moveset for Rotom (Fan form)?
- How do you get Rotom in Pokemon SoulSilver or HeartGold?
- How does Rotom learn the new moves?
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Other languages
| English | Rotom |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ロトム (Rotom) |
| German | Rotom |
| French | Motisma |
| Italian | Rotom |
| Spanish | Rotom |
| Korean | 로토무 (rotomu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 洛托姆 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 洛托姆 |
| English |
Plasma Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | プラズマポケモン |
| German | Plasma-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Plasma |
| Italian | Pokémon Plasma |
| Spanish | Pokémon Plasma |
| Korean | 플라스마포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 等离子宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 等離子寶可夢 |
Name origin
- motor
- Rotom is ‘motor’ backwards