Eldegoss (Japanese: ワタシラガ, Hepburn: Watashiraga) (EL-duh-gahs[1]) is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII. It is the evolved form of Gossifleur.
Biology[]
Physiology[]
Eldegoss is a Pokémon that has a light green head with amber-brownish eyes with darker green triangles above both said eyes. It also has pupils the same color as its face and a black mouth. Eldegoss's lower body consists of a yellow upper part that resembles a cloak, and a darker green lower part that resembles a dress. Above its head is a green crest that fills a notch in its head and connects the cotton atop Eldegoss to its head. There are also brown seeds that can be found scattered on the top of its cotton.
Behavior[]
Eldegoss disperse the seeds they produce into the wind to help improve soil and give nutrients to other Pokémon.
Eldegoss also shed quite infrequently. As long as they have fresh water and air, they are quite easy to raise due to their easygoing natures and ability to photosynthesize all of the energy they need.
Natural abilities[]
The thickly covered fluff on their bodies can serve as a cushion to buffer any damage that may cause injuries to their heads. Said fluff is also spun into yarn, which is considered a specialty in the Galar region. The seeds attached to Eldegoss's cotton fluff contains nutrients essential to both humans and Pokémon.
Game info[]
Evolution[]
It evolves from Gossifleur starting at level 20.
Game locations[]
| Locations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Version(s) | Area(s) | Rarity |
| Sword and Shield | Route 5, Dusty Bowl, Giant's Cap, Motostoke Riverbank, Stony Wilderness Max Raid Battles: Bridge Field, Dappled Grove, Giant's Mirror, Stony Wilderness |
Common |
Pokédex entries[]
- Sword
The seeds attached to its cotton fluff are full of nutrients. It spreads them on the wind so that plants and other Pokémon can benefit from them.
- Shield
The cotton on the head of this Pokémon can be spun into a glossy, gorgeous yarn—a Galar regional specialty.
Stats[]
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| HP | |
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| Speed | |
| Total | 460
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Learnset[]
By leveling up[]
| Generation VIII | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| Evo | Cotton Spore | 
|
Status | — | 100% | 40 |
| 1 | Cotton Spore |
|
Status | — | 100% | 40 |
| 1 | Leafage |
|
Physical | 40 | 100% | 40 |
| 1 | Sing | 
|
Status | — | 55% | 15 |
| 1 | Rapid Spin |
|
Physical | 50 | 100% | 40 |
| 1 | Sweet Scent |
|
Status | — | 100% | 20 |
| 12 | Razor Leaf |
|
Physical | 55 | 95% | 25 |
| 16 | Round |
|
Special | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| 23 | Leaf Tornado |
|
Special | 65 | 90% | 10 |
| 28 | Synthesis |
|
Status | — | 100% | 5 |
| 34 | Hyper Voice |
|
Special | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| 40 | Aromatherapy |
|
Status | — | 100% | 5 |
| 46 | Leaf Storm |
|
Special | 130 | 90% | 5 |
| 52 | Cotton Guard |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By TM[]
| Generation VIII | ||||||
| Machine | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| TM08 | Hyper Beam |
|
Special | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM09 | Giga Impact |
|
Physical | 150 | 90% | 5 |
| TM10 | Magical Leaf |
|
Special | 60 | 100% | 20 |
| TM11 | Solar Beam |
|
Special | 120 | 100% | 10 |
| TM17 | Light Screen | 
|
Status | — | 100% | 30 |
| TM21 | Rest |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| TM24 | Snore |
|
Special | 50 | 100% | 15 |
| TM25 | Protect |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| TM28 | Giga Drain |
|
Special | 75 | 100% | 10 |
| TM29 | Charm | 
|
Status | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM31 | Attract |
|
Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM34 | Sunny Day | 
|
Status | — | 100% | 5 |
| TM39 | Facade |
|
Physical | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| TM41 | Helping Hand |
|
Status | — | 100% | 20 |
| TM46 | Weather Ball |
|
Special | 50 | 100% | 10 |
| TM50 | Bullet Seed |
|
Physical | 25 | 100% | 30 |
| TM76 | Round |
|
Special | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| TM88 | Grassy Terrain |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By TR[]
| Generation VIII | ||||||
| Machine | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| TR20 | Substitute |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| TR26 | Endure |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| TR27 | Sleep Talk |
|
Status | — | 100% | 10 |
| TR42 | Hyper Voice |
|
Special | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR59 | Seed Bomb |
|
Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| TR65 | Energy Ball |
|
Special | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR71 | Leaf Storm |
|
Special | 130 | 90% | 5 |
| TR77 | Grass Knot |
|
Special | ? | 100% | 20 |
| TR96 | Pollen Puff | 
|
Special | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
By breeding[]
| To see the Egg Moves that Eldegoss can learn, refer to Gossifleur. |
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By tutoring[]
| Generation VIII | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| SwShTIoA | Grassy Glide |
|
Physical | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
Sprites[]
Trivia[]
- Whimsicott is also based on cotton, however it is more fairy-like.
Origin[]
Eldegoss may be based on a gossypium flower and a fully bloomed cotton plant. It may also be based on an elder as its leaves act as a cloak and its cotton may represent the white/grey hair of elderly people. It also appears similar to the pollen or seedpods of some plants.
Etymology[]
Eldegoss comes from elder, gossypium (the plant genus cotton in found in), and gossamer (something light and flimsy).
It's Japanese name, Watashiraga, comes from wata (cotton) and shiraga (white hair).
Gallery[]
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- ^ Silvestri, Cris (2024). Pokémon Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook [Book]. p. 166. Scholastic. ISBN 978-1-339-02801-9.