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Rotom(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Electric/Ghost Pokémon that made its first appearance in the fourth generation games Diamond and Pearl. It has 5 alternate forms that change its secondary typing; Heat for Fire, Wash for Water, Frost for Ice, Fan for Flying, and Mow for Grass.

In the Seventh Pokémon generation, Rotom can possess a special Pokédex and become the Rotom Pokédex, which has the ability to speak human language. In the Eighth Pokémon generation and Ninth Pokémon generations, Rotom can possess a smartphone that doubles as a Pokédex and become the Rotom Phone. Rotom are also used in Rotomi terminals, Rotom Bikes, and Drone Rotom.

Physiology and Behaviour[]

Rotom is a Pokémon that has a body of plasma and is shaped like a lightning rod. There is a whitish blue aura of electricity around it that forms lightning bolt-shaped appendages. It has teeth, and its unique, blue eyes have a dividing line across them. As seen in the anime, Rotom will often pull pranks on unsuspecting people.

Rotom has the ability to enter and control appliances. Starting in Platinum, it also has five extra forms, each based on a household appliance, which can be accessed by possessing specific appliances. The possessed appliances are based on a microwave oven (Heat Rotom), washing machine (Wash Rotom), refrigerator (Frost Rotom), electric fan (Fan Rotom), and a lawnmower (Mow Rotom). When Rotom changes form, its eyes and electric aura change colors, and its aura appendages take on different shapes: red with oven mitts as Heat Rotom, blue with clothespins as Wash Rotom, purple with lightning bolts as Frost Rotom, yellow with air curls as Fan Rotom, and green with a ripped strip as Mow Rotom. According to the Rotom Catalog, Rotom in its base form is actually possessing a light bulb.

Rotom has the ability to enter and control appliances. Rotom typically use their abilities to make mischief, often using the household items they possess to pull pranks on unsuspecting people, as seen in the anime. Despite this, some Rotom have taken to inhabiting electronics with the intent of helping others. The Rotom Pokédex, Rotom Phones, Rotomi, Rotom Bike, and Drone Rotom are some examples. The creation of Rotom Pokédex in particular was inspired by Mow Rotom. Some of these particular forms allow Rotom to speak human languages. These forms show that Rotom is also highly intelligent. As also shown in the anime, Rotom has the ability to time travel. Rotom tends to reside in abandoned buildings. Research continues on Rotom and its ability to power unique motors.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Super Smash Bros. series[]

Trophy descriptions[]

In the anime[]

In Pokkén Tournament[]

Rotom can be used as an assist in Pokkén Tournament.

Other media[]

Rotom is featured in Project Voltage, representing Electric.

Origin and inspiration[]

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Pokémon Pearl Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Pokémon Platinum Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Pokémon HeartGold Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
Pokémon SoulSilver Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Pokémon White Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Pokémon Black 2 Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Pokémon White 2 Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
Pokémon Y Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword One boy's invention led to the development of many different machines that take advantage of Rotom's unique capabilities.
Pokémon Shield With a body made of plasma, it can inhabit all sorts of machines. It loves to surprise others.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Pokémon Shining Pearl Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
Pokémon 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.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet Its electricity-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
Pokémon Violet Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.

Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Old Chateau in TV at night
(After obtaining National Dex)
Pokémon Pearl
Old Chateau in TV at night
(After obtaining National Dex)
Pokémon Platinum
Old Chateau in TV at night
Pokémon HeartGold
None
Pokémon SoulSilver
None
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Route 15 (Trade Ditto)
Pokémon White
Route 15 (Trade Ditto)
Pokémon Black 2
Route 15 (Trade Ditto)
Pokémon White 2
Route 15 (Trade Ditto)
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Lost Hotel (Shaking trash cans)Tues
Pokémon Y
Lost Hotel (Shaking trash cans)Tues
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Poni Gauntlet (Island Scan)Tu
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Poni Gauntlet (Island Scan)Tu
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword
Lake of Outrage
Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle) (Heat/Wash/Frost/Fan/Mow Rotom)
Pokémon Shield
Lake of Outrage
Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle) (Heat/Wash/Frost/Fan/Mow Rotom)
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
Old Chateau in TV at night
(After obtaining National Dex)
Pokémon Shining Pearl
Old Chateau in TV at night
(After obtaining National Dex)
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Coronet Highlands: Celestica Ruins (in boxes), Sacred Plaza (also in boxes), Stonetooth Rows
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
East Province: Area Two
West Province: Area Two
Pokémon Violet
East Province: Area Two
West Province: Area Two


Base Stats[]

Normal[]

Base Stats
HP 50
Attack 50
Defense 77
Sp. Attack 95
Sp. Defense 77
Speed 91
Total 440

Forms[]

Base Stats
HP 50
Attack 65
Defense 107
Sp. Attack 105
Sp. Defense 107
Speed 86
Total 520

Moveset[]

Main article: Rotom/moveset

Form change[]

Depending on the game, Rotom's form can be changed at will in Rotom's Room in the Team Galactic Eterna Building, Rotom's Room in Silph Co., the storeroom in Shopping Mall Nine, on the second floor of Professor Sycamore's Lab in Lumiose City, in Professor Birch's Lab in Littleroot Town, in the basement of the Pokémon Research Lab on Alola's Route 1, with a Rotom Catalog, or in Your Quarters in Hisui's Jubilife Village. In Generation IV, Rotom changes back to its normal form when taken into the Union Room or Wi-Fi Club, or when deposited in the Day Care.

Additionally, in Generation VII, Rotom can possess a special Pokédex and become the Rotom Pokédex, which has the ability to speak human language. In Generations VIII and IX, Rotom can possess a smartphone that doubles as a Pokédex and becomes the Rotom Phone. Rotom are also used in Rotomi terminals, Rotom Bikes, and Drone Rotom.

Sprites[]

Sprites
Diamond Pearl
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Platinum
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Sword Shield
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