Rotom Mow is an Electric/Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.
Type: Electric / Grass
Abilities:
- Levitate: Grants immunity to Ground-type moves, which would otherwise be super effective against Electric-types.
Physical Characteristics:
- Appears as a small, hovering lawnmower with a ghostly, plasma-like form
- Has a distinctive red body with a face on the front, consisting of mischievous-looking eyes and a jagged mouth
- Features two green, rotating blades underneath, which it uses for cutting grass
- Emits an electric aura around the body, giving a spectral appearance
Behavior and Habitat:
- Often found inhabiting electronic appliances, which it can possess and manipulate
- Prefers urban and suburban areas due to the abundance of machines
- Enjoys playing pranks by startling people with its electrical abilities
- Has a curious nature, which leads it to explore new appliances
In Battle:
- Known for its unique Electric/Grass typing, providing it with interesting resistances and coverage options
- Signature move: Leaf Storm, a powerful Grass-type move that sharply lowers its Special Attack after use
- Often utilizes moves like Thunderbolt and Volt Switch for electrical attacks
- Highly effective against Water and Ground types, which are typically challenging for Electric-types
- Weak against Fire, Ice, and Poison types but can leverage its speed and Levitate ability to mitigate threats
Evolution:
- Does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon but can change forms when exposed to different household appliances
- Rotom Mow is one of the form changes that Rotom can undergo when possessing a lawnmower
Interesting Facts:
- Rotom Mow's design is inspired by household machinery and the concept of ghostly possession
- Part of a unique gimmick in the Pokémon series where Rotom can change its form and typing based on the appliance it occupies
- Its Electric/Grass typing is shared only with the Tapu Koko line, adding to its rarity
- Often used strategically in battles for its ability to cover multiple types and its immunity to Ground-type moves