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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 small, orange Pokémon that has a body of plasma. It is mostly spherical, with a bulb below its body and a long pointed protrusion on top, making it shaped like a lightning rod. There is a whitish blue aura of electricity around it that forms lightning bolt-shaped appendages. When moving quickly, these appendages tend to disappear, in favor of a long similar-looking trail of blue electricity. It has teeth, and its unique, blue eyes have a dividing line across them. In its base form, Rotom cannot be touched by anyone without the latter being shocked in the process. According to the Rotom Catalog, Rotom in its base form is possessing a light bulb. Rotom lack any sort circulatory system or pulse.
Rotom have the ability to enter and control appliances. They 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, and Drone Rotom are some examples. Additionally, in Galar, the Rotom Phone is used to power the Rotom Bike. Some of these forms allow Rotom to speak human languages, and demonstrate that Rotom are highly intelligent. Rotom tend to reside in abandoned buildings. Research continues on Rotom and its ability to power unique motors. In the anime episode Rotom's Wish!, a specific Rotom was shown to have the ability to time travel.
Forms[]
Rotom's forms can be accessed by possessing specific household appliances with a special motor, namely: a convection microwave oven (Heat Rotom), a washing machine (Wash Rotom), a refrigerator (Frost Rotom), an electric fan (Fan Rotom), and a lawnmower (Mow Rotom). When Rotom changes forms, 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.
In modern Sinnoh, Rotom's forms were said to have been first discovered and documented by Charon. However, Rotom existed in Hisui and was also documented in the Hisui Pokédex. The electric fan that Rotom inhabits to become Fan Rotom was invented by a boy, and was the first Rotom-related appliance to be developed, leading to the creation of many other appliances like it. The washing machine model that Rotom can inhabit has been discontinued, which causes its price to skyrocket. Heat Rotom will become lethargic if the oven it possesses is malfunctioning.
Appearances[]
Main Pokémon games[]
Other Pokémon games[]
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure: Rotom is the leader of the Haunted Zone. He's in charge of Rotom's Spooky Shoot-'em-Up.
Pokémon UNITE: Rotom appears as a wild Pokémon on Remoat Stadium. When defeated, it advances towards the opposing team's goal zone.
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 | (After obtaining National Dex) | |
| Pokémon Pearl | (After obtaining National Dex) | |
| Pokémon Platinum | ||
| Pokémon HeartGold | ||
| Pokémon SoulSilver | ||
| Fifth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Black | ||
| Pokémon White | ||
| Pokémon Black 2 | ||
| Pokémon White 2 | ||
| Sixth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon X | ||
| Pokémon Y | ||
| Seventh Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | ||
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | ||
| Eighth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Sword | Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle) (Heat/Wash/Frost/Fan/Mow Rotom) | |
| Pokémon Shield | Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle) (Heat/Wash/Frost/Fan/Mow Rotom) | |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | (After obtaining National Dex) | |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | (After obtaining National Dex) | |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | ||
| Ninth Pokémon generation | ||
| Pokémon Scarlet | West Province: Area Two | |
| Pokémon Violet | West Province: Area Two | |
Base Stats[]
Normal[]
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 50 |
| Defense | 77 |
| Sp. Attack | 95 |
| Sp. Defense | 77 |
| Speed | 91 |
| Total | 440 |
Forms[]
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 107 |
| Sp. Attack | 105 |
| Sp. Defense | 107 |
| Speed | 86 |
| Total | 520 |
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[]
| Pokémon with multiple forms | |
|---|---|
| Generation I | Pikachu |
| Generation II | Pichu • Unown |
| Generation III | Castform • Kyogre • Groudon • Deoxys |
| Generation IV | Burmy • Wormadam • Cherrim • Shellos • Gastrodon • Rotom • Dialga • Palkia • Giratina • Shaymin • Arceus |
| Generation V | Basculin • Darmanitan • Deerling • Sawsbuck • Tornadus • Thundurus • Landorus • Kyurem • Keldeo • Meloetta • Genesect |
| Generation VI | Greninja • Vivillon • Flabébé • Floette • Florges • Furfrou • Meowstic • Aegislash • Pumpkaboo • Gourgeist • Xerneas • Zygarde • Hoopa |
| Generation VII | Oricorio • Lycanroc • Wishiwashi • Silvally • Minior • Mimikyu • Necrozma • Magearna |
| Generation VIII | Cramorant • Toxtricity • Sinistea • Polteageist • Alcremie • Eiscue • Indeedee • Morpeko • Zacian • Zamazenta • Eternatus • Urshifu • Zarude • Calyrex • Ursaluna • Enamorus |
| Generation IX | Oinkologne • Maushold • Squawkabilly • Palafin • Cyclizar • Tatsugiri • Dudunsparce • Gimmighoul • Koraidon • Miraidon • Poltchageist • Sinistcha • Ogerpon • Terapagos |