pumpkaboo-large

pumpkaboo-large

Attributes

  • Species: Pumpkaboo
  • Base Experience: 67
  • Height: 5
  • Weight: 75
  • Is Default: False
  • Order: 846
  • Base Happiness: 70
  • Capture Rate: 120
  • Color: Brown
  • Egg Groups: Indeterminate
  • Gender Rate: 4
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 20
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Ball

Stats

  • HP
    54
  • Attack
    66
  • Defense
    70
  • Special Attack
    44
  • Special Defense
    55
  • Speed
    46

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Pumpkaboo Large is a Ghost/Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI.

Type: Ghost / Grass

Abilities:

  • Pickup: May pick up an item after battle if none is held.
  • Frisk: Reveals the opponent's held item upon entering battle.
  • Insomnia (Hidden Ability): Prevents the Pokémon from falling asleep.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Appears as a large, pumpkin-like Pokémon.
  • Has a round, dark-orange body with a yellow face carved like a jack-o'-lantern.
  • Features a pair of glowing, yellow eyes.
  • Its top half resembles a black wisp with two arm-like extensions.
  • The Large size is noticeable in its more substantial, rounder body compared to other Pumpkaboo sizes.

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Known to wander through fields and forests, particularly during autumn.
  • Often associated with Halloween due to its jack-o'-lantern appearance.
  • Uses its body to carry smaller Pokémon and seeds, hinting at its helpful nature.
  • Prefers dark and murky environments, thriving in areas dense with vegetation.

In Battle:

  • Functions as a versatile support Pokémon with a balance of defensive and offensive moves.
  • Notable moves include Trick-or-Treat, which adds the Ghost type to the target's typing, and Shadow Sneak, a priority move.
  • Strong against Water, Ground, and Psychic types due to its Ghost/Grass typing.
  • Vulnerable to Fire, Flying, and Dark types, requiring strategic play to mitigate these weaknesses.

Evolution:

  • Evolves from Pumpkaboo Large into Gourgeist Large when traded.
  • The Large size influences its stats, providing a balance between attack and defense compared to other size variations.

Interesting Facts:

  • Pumpkaboo comes in four different sizes: Small, Average, Large, and Super Size, which affect its stats and appearance.
  • Its size variations are linked to its role in folklore, where larger Pumpkaboo are said to carry wandering spirits to the afterlife.
  • Introduced in Pokémon X and Y, it reflects the Kalos region's rich cultural references to myths and legends.
  • Known in the anime for its playful and mischievous behavior, often seen interacting with other Ghost-type Pokémon.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Front Shiny

Evolution Chain

Pumpkaboo - 710
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Gourgeist - 711
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Flavor Text Entries

  • X: The pumpkin body is inhabited by a spirit trapped in this world. As the sun sets, it becomes restless and active.
  • Y: It is said to carry wandering spirits to the place where they belong so they can move on.
  • Omega-Ruby: The pumpkin body is inhabited by a spirit trapped in this world. As the sun sets, it becomes restless and active.
  • Alpha-Sapphire: It is said to carry wandering spirits to the place where they belong so they can move on.
  • Sword: Spirits that wander this world are placed into Pumpkaboo’s body. They’re then moved on to the afterlife.
  • Shield: The light that streams out from the holes in the pumpkin can hypnotize and control the people and Pokémon that see it.