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Drifloon(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Ghost/Flying and is the pre-evolved form of Drifblim. It debuted in Generation 4.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Drifloon is a Pokémon that has a spherical, purple body with two stringy arms that have yellow, heart-shaped hands on the ends of them. At the base of its body is a frayed protrusion that resembles the tied end of a balloon. In the very center of its body is a yellow tape-like "X", which contains its small mouth in the very center. Located on either side of the "X" are its small, black eyes. A white mass of fluff that resembles a cloud sits on top of Drifloon's head.

This Pokémon is known as a "Signpost for Wandering Spirits" due to its aimless drifting. Drifloon seeks out children due to it desiring company and it has been known to steal those that mistake it for a regular balloon. However, it dislikes stealing heavy children. They are created from many souls gathering together and it's round body continues to expand as it collects more. When the body explodes, the soul unleashes a screeching sound. However, due to its light weight, it can be resisted easily and is often pulled around. This results in Drifloon running away from any children that are rough with it. Although created by the lost spirits of Pokémon and people, as seen in the anime, it can be friendly and helpful. It prefers to reside in damp, humid locations and can expand or shrink to express its feelings.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Super Smash Bros.[]

Drifloon appears as a background character in Pokémon Stadium 2.

In the anime[]

Drifloon is a featured Pokémon in the music video for the song Ghost Dive, performed by Polkadot Stingray.

Origin and inspiration[]

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond A Pokémon formed by the spirits of people and Pokémon. It loves damp, humid seasons.
Pokémon Pearl It tugs on the hands of children to steal them away. However, it gets pulled around instead.
Pokémon Platinum Because of the way it floats aimlessly, an old folktale calls it a "Signpost for Wandering Spirits."
Pokémon HeartGold It is whispered that any child who mistakes Drifloon for a balloon and holds on to it could wind up missing.
Pokémon SoulSilver It is whispered that any child who mistakes Drifloon for a balloon and holds on to it could wind up missing.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black Because of the way it floats aimlessly, an old folktale calls it a "Signpost for Wandering Spirits."
Pokémon White Because of the way it floats aimlessly, an old folktale calls it a "Signpost for Wandering Spirits."
Pokémon Black 2 These Pokémon are called the "Signpost for Wandering Spirits." Children holding them sometimes vanish.
Pokémon White 2 These Pokémon are called the "Signpost for Wandering Spirits." Children holding them sometimes vanish.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X A Pokémon formed by the spirits of people and Pokémon. It loves damp, humid seasons.
Pokémon Y These Pokémon are called the "Signpost for Wandering Spirits." Children holding them sometimes vanish.
Pokémon Omega Ruby A Pokémon formed by the spirits of people and Pokémon. It loves damp, humid seasons.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire These Pokémon are called the "Signpost for Wandering Spirits." Children holding them sometimes vanish.
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun Stories go that it grabs the hands of small children and drags them away to the afterlife. It dislikes heavy children.
Pokémon Moon If for some reason its body bursts, its soul spills out with a screaming sound.

Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Valley Windworks Fri
Pokémon Pearl
Valley Windworks Fri
Pokémon Platinum
Valley Windworks Fri
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Breed Drifblim
Pokémon White
Breed Drifblim
Pokémon Black 2
Route 13 (Hidden Grotto)*
Pokémon White 2
Route 13 (Hidden Grotto)*
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Route 8
Pokémon Y
Route 8
Pokémon Omega Ruby
Soaring in the sky
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Soaring in the sky
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun
Hau'oli CemeteryDay
Pokémon Moon
Hau'oli CemeteryDay


Evolution[]

Drifloon
Reach level 28.
Drifblim
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Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 90
Attack 50
Defense 34
Sp. Attack 60
Sp. Defense 44
Speed 70
Total 348

Moveset[]

Main article: Drifloon/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

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Diamond Pearl
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Platinum
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Black White
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X Y
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Sword Shield
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