Rotom Wash is an Electric/Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.
Type: Electric / Water
Abilities:
- Levitate: Grants immunity to Ground-type moves by making the Pokémon float.
Physical Characteristics:
- Rotom Wash is a small, blue, machine-like Pokémon that inhabits a washing machine.
- Its main body is an orange, plasma-like being with a ghostly appearance, reminiscent of an electrical spirit.
- It features a blue exterior with a circular glass door, typical of a front-loading washing machine.
- Rotom's plasma body includes small, lightning-shaped arms that extend outward.
Behavior and Habitat:
- As a form of Rotom, it does not inhabit traditional environments like forests or caves. Instead, it is often found in homes or factories where appliances are present.
- Rotom Wash is mischievous and enjoys causing trouble by possessing household appliances, especially washing machines.
- It adapts its behavior based on the appliance it inhabits; while in its Wash form, it is known for its playful yet occasionally disruptive nature.
In Battle:
- Rotom Wash is a versatile Pokémon, often used for its excellent typing combination and ability to cover a wide range of opponents.
- It commonly uses moves like Hydro Pump and Thunderbolt, taking advantage of both its Water and Electric typings.
- Rotom Wash is a popular choice in competitive battles, known for its defensive capabilities, reliable recovery with moves like Pain Split, and its ability to cripple opponents with Will-O-Wisp.
- It is effective against Fire, Flying, and Rock types, but must be cautious of Grass and Electric types.
Evolution:
- Rotom Wash does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.
- It is a form of Rotom, which can change into various appliance forms using the Rotom Catalog.
Interesting Facts:
- Rotom Wash is one of five appliance forms that Rotom can take, each with a unique secondary typing and move set.
- Its dual typing of Electric/Water is unique, giving it a notable advantage in battles due to its Levitate ability, which negates its Ground-type weakness.
- In the Pokémon games, Rotom Wash is a staple choice in many players' teams for its balance of offense and defense.
- The name "Rotom" is "motor" spelled backward, reflecting its ability to possess machines.