Rotom (Japanese: ロトム Rotom) is a dual-type Electric/Ghost Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.
While it is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon, Rotom has the ability to possess the motors of certain appliances and change forms. It also learns a new move depending on which appliance it possesses. Rotom's form can be changed in by allowing it to possess the appliances in Rotom's Room or from the Rotom Catalog.
- When it has not possessed any appliance or is possessing a light bulb, it is dual-type Electric/Ghost, and learns Thunder Shock if the move it had in its other forms is the only move it knows.
- When it possesses a microwave oven, it becomes Heat Rotom, is dual-type Electric/Fire, and learns Overheat.
- When it possesses a washing machine, it becomes Wash Rotom, is dual-type Electric/Water, and learns Hydro Pump.
- When it possesses a refrigerator, it becomes Frost Rotom, is dual-type Electric/Ice, and learns Blizzard.
- When it possesses an electric fan, it becomes Fan Rotom, is dual-type Electric/Flying, and learns Air Slash.
- When it possesses a lawn mower, it becomes Mow Rotom, is dual-type Electric/Grass, and learns Leaf Storm.
In Generation IV, Rotom had Ghost as its secondary type regardless of its form.
(Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to Game data→Form data for these details.)
In Generation VII, Rotom can possess a special Pokédex and become the Rotom Pokédex, which has the ability to speak human language. In Generation VIII and Generation IX, Rotom can possess a smartphone that doubles as a Pokédex and become the Rotom Phone. Rotom are also used in Rotomi terminals, and Drone Rotom. The Rotom Phone can be used to power a Rotom Bike.
Biology
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 of circulatory system or pulse.[1]
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 Pokémon the Series episode Get Your Rotom Running!. 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 Pokémon the Series episode Rotom's Wish!, a specific Rotom was shown to have the ability to time travel.
Forms
Rotom has five alternate forms: Heat Rotom, Wash Rotom, Frost Rotom, Fan Rotom, and Mow Rotom.
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 caused its price to skyrocket. Heat Rotom will become lethargic if the oven it possesses is malfunctioning.
Game data
NPC appearances
Pokédex entries
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Sinnoh
Pt : #152
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Johto
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| Diamond
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Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
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| Pearl
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| Platinum
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Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
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| HeartGold
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Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
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| SoulSilver
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Unova
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| Black
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Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
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| White
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| Black 2
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Its electric-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
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| White 2
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Kalos
Mountain #068
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Hoenn
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| X
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Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
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| Y
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Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
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| Omega Ruby
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Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
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| Alpha Sapphire
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Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
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| Generation VIII
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Galar
#372
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Sinnoh
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| Sword
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One boy's invention led to the development of many different machines that take advantage of Rotom's unique capabilities.
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| Shield
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With a body made of plasma, it can inhabit all sorts of machines. It loves to surprise others.
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| Brilliant Diamond
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Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.
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| Shining Pearl
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| Legends: Arceus
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This bizarre Pokémon appears to be a will-o'-the-wisp powered by electricity. Be wary, as Rotom is both smart and mischievous.
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| Heat Rotom
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| Sword
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This Rotom has possessed a convection microwave oven that uses a special motor. It also has a flair for manipulating flames.
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| Shield
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This form of Rotom enjoys making mischief by turning up the heat. It will gleefully burn your favorite outfit.
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| Legends: Arceus
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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.
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| Wash Rotom
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This form of Rotom enjoys coming up with water-based pranks. Be careful with it if you don't want your room flooded.
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| Shield
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This Rotom has possessed a washing machine that uses a special motor. It blasts out water to get enemies to back down.
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| Legends: Arceus
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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.
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| Frost Rotom
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Rotom assumes this form when it takes over a refrigerator powered by a special motor. It battles by spewing cold air.
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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!
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| Legends: Arceus
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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.
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| Fan Rotom
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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.
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| Shield
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This Rotom has taken over a fan that has a special motor. Its gusts of wind blow its opponents away!
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| Legends: Arceus
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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.
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| Mow Rotom
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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.
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In this form, Rotom focuses its antics on plants. Any flowers you were growing are going to get mowed down.
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| Legends: Arceus
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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.
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Paldea
#310
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Kitakami
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| Scarlet
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Its electricity-like body can enter some kinds of machines and take control in order to make mischief.
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| Violet
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Research continues on this Pokémon, which could be the power source of a unique motor.
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| Heat Rotom
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| Scarlet
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If the convection microwave oven is not working properly, then the Rotom inhabiting it will become lethargic.
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| Violet
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This Rotom has possessed a convection microwave oven. It will sear the surrounding area with its burning heat, then smile in delight.
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| Scarlet
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This Rotom has entered a washing machine. It nods with satisfaction after it floods the surrounding area.
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| Violet
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The model of washing machine that Rotom can inspirit has been discontinued, so these appliances are now traded at high prices.
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| Frost Rotom
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| Scarlet
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This Rotom has entered a refrigerator. It leaps around gleefully after it uses cold air to freeze the area around it.
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| Violet
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The special motor within the refrigerator is the key to bringing about Rotom's change in form.
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| Fan Rotom
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| Scarlet
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This Rotom has entered an electric fan. It smirks with satisfaction over a prank well pulled after it blows away everything around it.
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| Violet
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There are several appliances that Rotom can inspirit, but the first one to be developed was the electric fan.
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The lawn mower is one of the household appliances that led to the development of the Rotom Dex.
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This Rotom has possessed a lawn mower. It will mow down grass and flowers, then swagger around with pride at its accomplishments.
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Game locations
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In side games
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Rotom will not appear in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time until a rescue mission involving it has been completed. This task can be completed by using the following Wonder Mail code:
- 8HTR MY9+ K6+@
- NT=M 9Q6R 38@5
- Objective: Escort Rotom to floor 4 of Tiny Meadow.
In events
In-game events
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Distribution period
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HOME GTS Rotom
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Worldwide
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hide
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February 12, 2020 onwards
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Held items
Stats
Base stats
Rotom
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Range
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| At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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50
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110 - 157
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210 - 304
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50
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49 - 112
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94 - 218
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77
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73 - 141
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143 - 278
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95
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90 - 161
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175 - 317
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77
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73 - 141
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143 - 278
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91
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86 - 157
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168 - 309
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Total: 440
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Heat, Wash, Frost, Fan, and Mow Rotom
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Range
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| At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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50
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110 - 157
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210 - 304
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65
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63 - 128
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121 - 251
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107
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100 - 174
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197 - 344
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105
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99 - 172
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193 - 339
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107
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100 - 174
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197 - 344
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86
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81 - 151
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159 - 298
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Total: 520
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Pokéathlon stats
Rotom
Heat Rotom
Wash Rotom
Frost Rotom
Fan Rotom
Mow Rotom
Type effectiveness
Rotom
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Heat Rotom
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Wash Rotom
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Frost Rotom
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Fan Rotom
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Mow Rotom
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rotom
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rotom
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rotom
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Rotom
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Rotom
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rotom
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rotom
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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Form change
When Rotom changes into an appliance form, it learns a new move in the same way that other Pokémon may learn new moves upon evolving; if Rotom would change from one appliance form to another and knows the special move of its current form, the old special move is automatically forgotten and Rotom learns the new one. If Rotom changes to its base form, it forgets the special move of the form it was in (if it still knows it); if the only move that Rotom knows right before reverting to its base form is the form's special move, then that move will be replaced with Thunder Shock. In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, reverting to the base form will teach it Thunder Shock even if it knows another move.
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- A superscript level indicates that Rotom can learn this move normally in Generation IX
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rotom
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or alternate form of Rotom
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations
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TCG-only moves
Side game data
Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Defense: 55
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Base Speed: 60
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Pokémon Battle Trozei
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Attack Power:
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Power of Five
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| Increases the damage dealt by matching five Pokémon.
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Heat Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Defense: 60
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Base Speed: 60
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Wash Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Defense: 60
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Base Speed: 60
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Frost Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Defense: 60
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Base Speed: 60
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Fan Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Defense: 60
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Base Speed: 60
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Mow Rotom
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds
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Base HP: 48
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Base Speed: 60
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Form data
Rotom has five alternate forms it can change between, in addition to its default form. To take on these alternate forms, Rotom possesses a different household appliance, and each has its own special move. These alternate forms were introduced in Pokémon Platinum.
- When Rotom is not possessing any appliance (prior to Generation VIII) or possessing a light bulb (starting in Generation VIII except in Pokémon Legends: Arceus), it is Electric/Ghost.
- Heat Rotom, which has possessed a microwave oven, knows Overheat, and is Electric/Fire.
- Wash Rotom, which has possessed a washing machine, knows Hydro Pump, and is Electric/Water.
- Frost Rotom, which has possessed a refrigerator, knows Blizzard, and is Electric/Ice.
- Fan Rotom, which has possessed an electric fan, knows Air Slash, and is Electric/Flying.
- Mow Rotom, which has possessed a lawn mower, knows Leaf Storm, and is Electric/Grass.
In Generation IV, all forms of Rotom are Electric/Ghost-type; from Generation V onward, the appliance forms replace the Ghost type with the type of their associated move. All appliance forms have the same base stats, with a higher total than that of Rotom's default form; the only base stat of normal Rotom that is higher than its appliance forms is its Speed.
- In Pokémon Platinum, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the appliances are located in Rotom's Room in the Team Galactic Eterna Building, which can only be accessed by using the Secret Key.
- In Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, the appliances are located in Rotom's Room in Silph Co., which can be accessed when entering the broken elevator with Rotom as the walking Pokémon.
- In Pokémon Black, White, Black 2, and White 2, the appliances are located in boxes in the basement of Shopping Mall Nine.
- In Pokémon X and Y, the appliances are located in boxes on the second floor of the Sycamore Pokémon Lab in Lumiose City.
- In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the appliances are located in boxes in Professor Birch's lab in Littleroot Town.
- In Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, the appliances are located in boxes in the basement of Professor Kukui's lab in Hau'oli Outskirts.
- In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Rotom Catalog appears as a Key Item that allows the player to change Rotom's form at will wherever they are. In Sword and Shield, it can be obtained in a house in Wyndon from a League Staff member after defeating him in battle. In Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the Rotom Catalog is automatically obtained after letting Rotom enter an appliance in Rotom's Room. Rotom must have been in a form at least once to unlock that form in the Rotom Catalog. In Scarlet and Violet, it can be purchased from an auction in the Porto Marinada Market if the player owns a Rotom.
- In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, an appliance may sometimes be sold by Ginter of the Ginkgo Guild; after being purchased, it is placed in the player's quarters in Jubilife Village.
Using these locations, Rotom can also return the appliance to change back to its default form. In Generation IV, Rotom changes back to its default form when taken into the Union Room or Wi-Fi Club, or when deposited in the Pokémon Day Care.
Hatched Rotom will always be in their standard form.
Upon changing into an appliance form, Rotom will learn the special move associated with the form, and upon changing from an appliance form, it will forget that special move. When changing forms, if Rotom knows four moves but not the special move of its previous form, the player will be prompted to replace a move with the new exclusive move (Rotom cannot change to an appliance form unless it does). If Rotom's only known move is its special move and it changes to its default form, then the Rotom will learn Thunder Shock. In Generation IV and Generation V, if Rotom forgets the move that is tied to its appliance form, it changes back into its default form. Starting in Generation VI, Rotom can remain in an appliance form even if it forgets the associated special move.
Rotom's appliance forms first appeared as silhouettes in August 2008, shortly before the Japanese release of Pokémon Platinum, with a statement that indicated that these Pokémon would be in the game. Days before the game's release, it was revealed that these Pokémon were the alternate forms of Rotom. These new forms made their debut in Pokémon Platinum, and have been included in every core series game since.
In Generation IV, there are five separate appliances and changing Rotom's form temporarily removes that appliance from the room, so the player can never have more than one of each form. From Generation V onward, this limitation is removed. In Hisui, five separate appliances are again depicted, but changing Rotom's form does not remove that appliance from the room.
Evolution data
Sprites
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In the anime
Main series
Major appearances
Professor Oak caught a Rotom on Torom Island in To Catch a Rotom!. Rotom is a prankster, often scaring Ash by appearing over the video phone whenever he calls Professor Oak. It also appeared in Professor Oak's Pokémon Holo Caster in Pokémon the Series: XY, helping Professor Oak with his explanation, and often laughing at him when he gets hurt.
A Rotom inhabiting Ash's Alolan Pokédex debuted in Loading the Dex!. As a Pokédex, Rotom has access to data about many different Pokémon species, but it often hurts itself and others by trying to see a Pokémon do a certain action after reading its information. In Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!, it remained in Alola to work with the Aether Foundation while Ash returned home.
Starting in Ivysaur's Mysterious Tower!, Rotom Phones have been under the ownership of several characters in Pokémon Journeys: The Series, including Ash, Team Rocket, and Goh.
Starting in Destination: Coronation!, Drone Rotom have served as the referees for World Coronation Series matches.
Other
Rotom debuted in Get Your Rotom Running!, where it was in all of its different forms. It spent the episode toying around with Ash and his friends in the Old Chateau.
In To Catch a Rotom!, two Rotom were with Professor Oak's, occasionally switching between all of their different forms.
In Rotom's Wish!, Weston used a Rotom to defeat Mantle and his Krookodile with the assistance of Ash and his friends. It assumed the form of Wash, Frost, and Mow Rotom.
In The Dex Can't Help It!, a Wash Rotom was involved in an accident caused by Ash's Pikachu that ejected it from the washing machine and caused it to get swapped with the Rotom Pokédex. Eventually, the Rotom were swapped back to their original places.
A Fan Rotom owned by Volkner appeared in Ultra Exciting from the Shocking Start!. It participated in his World Coronation Series battle against Ash and ended up being defeated by Ash's Lucario.
Minor appearances
A Rotom appeared as an image in A Performance Pop Quiz!.
In Toughing It Out!, a Rotomi appeared at the Wyndon Pokémon Center.
A Trainer's Rotom appeared in The Door That Never Opens.
A Trainer's Rotom appeared in HZ050.
Rotom Pokédex in the anime
Pokédex entries
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Rotom
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Ash's Pokédex
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Rotom, the Plasma Pokémon. Rotom plays practical jokes, which it carries out by embedding its plasma body in electronic devices.
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Rotom
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Ash's Pokédex
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Rotom, the Plasma Pokémon. With a body made of plasma, Rotom is able to permeate various kinds of electrics devices, causing all sorts of problems.
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Rotom
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Rotom Pokédex
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Rotom, the Plasma Pokémon. An Electric and Ghost type. Rotom play pranks by inhabiting electrical appliances. When one inhabits a washing machine, it's called Wash Rotom.
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Rotom
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Ash's Rotom Phone
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Rotom, Pokédex Forme. An upgrade of the Pokédex. However, that is its only function.
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Rotom
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Goh's Rotom Phone
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Rotom, Fan Form. The Plasma Pokémon. An Electric and Flying type. Fan Rotom lives in an electric fan equipped with a special motor.
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Pokémon Generations
A Rotom appeared as an image in The Scoop.
Pokémon: Twilight Wings
In Assistant, a Rotom invaded Macro Cosmos's computers, but it was taken care of by Oleana.
A Rotom Phone appeared in Sky, under the ownership of Raihan. It reappeared in The Gathering of Stars.
A Rotom Phone appeared in The Gathering of Stars, under the ownership of Peony.
Pokémon: Paldean Winds
Two Rotom Phones appeared in Breathe Out, under the ownership of Hohma and Ohara.
In the manga
Pocket Monsters DP
A Rotom appears in PMDP47 in all of its forms.
Pocket Monsters Platinum: Aim to Be Battle King!!
A Rotom appeared in PBK2.
Pokémon Adventures
Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
- Main article: Diamond's Rotom
- Main article: Rotom Pokédex (Adventures)
- Main article: Rotom Phone
- Main article: Rotojī
Rotom first appeared in Robust Rotom, where it caused havoc for Diamond and Pearl at the Old Chateau until Diamond understood that it only wanted to return in its plasma television and led it there.
During the subsequent fight against Charon and Giratina, Rotom initially joined the battle transforming into its five forms, then left the fighting to the other legendary Pokémon only to strike at the very last, destroying Charon's device that allowed him to control every Pokémon and thus putting an end to his evil plans. After that, Rotom decided to stay with Diamond.
In The Grand Entrance and Delivery Boy Sun, a Rotom accompanied Moon as she was tasked with delivering it to Professor Kukui. It later possessed Moon's Pokédex, becoming the Rotom Pokédex.
In Chomp!! Defeat Drednaw, two Rotom possessed the smartphones of Henry and Casey. A fantasy in the same chapter featured a third Rotom.
A Drone Rotom appeared in Rising!! Opal of Ballonlea, where it is called by Opal during her match against Henry, using it to announce her upcoming retirement.
Gallery
Heat Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Wash Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Frost Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Fan Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Mow Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Rotom Phone in Pokémon Adventures
Drone Rotom in Pokémon Adventures
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Rotom Phones appeared in the Pokémon Journeys: The Series manga, fulfilling the same roles as in the anime.
Drone Rotom also appeared in the manga, fulfilling the same roles as in the anime.
In the TCG
- Main article: Rotom (TCG)
Other appearances
Rotom appears as a Spirit.
Trivia
- When Rotom is encountered in the Old Chateau in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Brilliant Diamond, and Shining Pearl, the music is Battle! (Legendary Pokémon), even though Rotom is not classified as a Legendary. To date, Rotom is the only Pokémon with this trait.
- Rotom's alternate forms, along with Arceus's forms, were the only alternative forms of a Pokémon not featured in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky. However, despite being introduced a year before the game was released like Rotom, Shaymin and Giratina's alternate forms made an appearance in the game.
- Rotom is tied with Tynamo as the lightest Electric-type Pokémon.
- Rotom was the first Pokémon mentioned to have an unknown gender in the anime.
- In That New Old Gang of Mine!, Ash's Rotom Phone listed the Rotom Pokédex as a pure Electric-type.
- In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Rotom's formes can't master their exclusive moves, even with a Seed of Mastery.
Generation V type change
- Rotom is the only Pokémon to have its type changed to a type that was not newly introduced.
- No other Pokémon has the same type combination as Rotom's base form or Heat Rotom, making Rotom the only Pokémon with more than one unique type combination.
- Despite becoming part Flying-type, Fan Rotom retains the Ability Levitate, being the only Flying-type Pokémon with this Ability. As its Flying type already makes it immune to Ground-type moves, its Ability is effectively useless under normal conditions.
- In Inverse Battles, Fan Rotom is still protected from Ground-type moves due to Levitate, making it the only Flying-type Pokémon to not be affected by Ground-type moves in these battles by default.
- All of Rotom's appliance forms (except Mow Rotom) are tied for or have the fewest weaknesses of all Pokémon of their secondary types.
- All of Rotom's alternate forms (except Mow Rotom) are also the lightest Pokémon of their secondary typing.
- Heat Rotom is tied with Sunny Form Castform, Litwick, and Scorbunny for the shortest Fire-type Pokémon.
- Frost Rotom is:
Origin
Rotom appears to be based on poltergeists or tsukumogami, a type of ghost that possesses household items. Its Pokédex entry also brings to mind gremlins. Rotom may also be an embodiment of ball lightning or electronic "magic smoke".
Additionally, Rotom appears to be based on Pulseman, who was designed by Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori.
Each of Rotom's forms takes its appearance after an electronic object with arms made out of electric sparks. Its regular form seems to be based on a light bulb, Heat Rotom possesses an oven, Wash Rotom a washing machine, Frost Rotom a refrigerator, Fan Rotom a fan and Mow Rotom possesses a lawnmower.
Name origin
Rotom is derived from motor spelled backwards.
In Pokémon Platinum, an old notebook in Rotom's Room describes how a person discovered and named the first known Rotom. It appeared out of a lawn mower's motor, and the person named it Rotom due to this origin.
In other languages
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Title
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Meaning
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 Japanese
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ロトム Rotom
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From motor spelled backwards
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 French
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Motisma
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From moteur and plasma
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 Spanish
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Rotom
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Same as English/Japanese name
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 German
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Rotom
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Same as English/Japanese name
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 Italian
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Rotom
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Same as English/Japanese name
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 Korean
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로토무 Rotomu
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Transcription of Japanese name
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 Mandarin Chinese
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洛托姆 Luòtuōmǔ
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Transcription of Japanese name
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 Cantonese Chinese
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洛托姆 Loktokmóuh
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Transcription of Japanese name
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| More languages
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 Hindi
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रोटॉम Rotom
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Transcription of its English/Japanese name
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 Russian
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Ротом Rotom
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Transcription of English name
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 Thai
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โรตอม Rotom
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Transcription of Japanese name
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Related articles
External links
References
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This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
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For other sprites and images, please see Rotom images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
