Rotom

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Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Moves learned
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Rotom is an Electric/Ghost type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4. It is known as the Plasma Pokémon.

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).

Rotom Heat Rotom Wash Rotom Frost Rotom Fan Rotom Mow Rotom

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Ghost
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
0			½			0	½	0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
½		½		2		2	½

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Fire
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
	½	2	½	½	½			0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
½		½	2				¼	½

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Water
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
	½	½		2	½			0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
½							¼

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Ice
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
	2		½		½	2		0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
½			2

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Flying
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
				½	2	½		0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
½		½	2				½

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	479
Type	Electric Grass
Species	Plasma Pokémon
Height	0.3 m (1′00″)
Weight	0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
Abilities	1. Levitate
Local №	152 (Platinum) 068 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 372 (Sword/Shield) 194 (Legends: Arceus) 310 (Scarlet/Violet)

Training

EV yield	1 Special Attack, 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.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Rotom.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
	2	½	¼	½	2		2	0

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
		2					½

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

In other generations
4
5
6
7
8
9

Scarlet/Violet Legends: Arceus

Moves learnt by level up

Rotom learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.

Lv.	Move	Type	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	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

Moves learnt by level up

Rotom learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
1	Thunder Shock	Electric	40	100
6	Charge Beam	Electric	50	90
11	Hex	Ghost	65	100
18	Thunder Wave	Electric	—	90
25	Shadow Ball	Ghost	80	100
34	Thunderbolt	Electric	90	100
43	Thunder	Electric	110	70

Move Tutor moves

Rotom can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Charge Beam	Electric	50	90
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	100
Ominous Wind	Ghost	60	100
Rest	Psychic	—	—
Shadow Ball	Ghost	80	100
Swift	Normal	60	∞
Thunderbolt	Electric	90	100

In other generations
4
5
6
7
8
9

Rotom sprites

Type	Generation 4	Generation 5	Generation 6	Generation 7	Generation 8	Generation 9
Normal				—
Shiny				—	—	—

See all Rotom sprites

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)

Answers to Rotom questions

Other languages

English, Spanish, Italian	Rotom
Japanese	ロトム (Rotom)
German	Rotom
French	Motisma

Name origin

motor: Rotom is ‘motor’ backwards