gholdengo
Generation IX · #1000 — Coin Entity Pokémon
Gholdengo is a Steel/Ghost-type Pokémon that holds the distinguished honor of being National Pokédex entry #1000, marking a significant milestone in the Pokémon franchise. Introduced in Generation IX, this dual-type represents a fascinating fusion of material wealth and spectral essence, embodying the concept of a living entity composed entirely of monetary value. With a base stat total of 550, Gholdengo demonstrates balanced defensive capabilities paired with exceptional Special Attack prowess at 133, making it a formidable special attacker in competitive play. Its exclusive ability Good as Gold grants it complete immunity to status moves, setting it apart as the only Pokémon capable of possessing this unique defensive trait and providing strategic advantages in battles against status-heavy opponents.
Base Stats
Height
1.2m
Weight
30.0kg
Category
Coin Entity Pokémon
Gender
Genderless
Color
yellow
Shape
humanoid
Abilities
Gives immunity to status moves.
Gholdengo Biology & Physical Characteristics
Gholdengo's most striking biological feature is its composition of approximately 1,000 Gimmighoul Coins stacked and fused together into a cohesive humanoid structure, as documented in both Scarlet and Violet Pokédex entries. The Pokémon presents a cylindrical golden appearance with a bipedal form, featuring oval-shaped eyes and a characteristically crooked smile across its face. Its anatomy includes skinny arms proportionate to its body with notably large hands containing three fingers each, while its lower body consists of short, stubby legs devoid of visible toes. Four distinctive tufts of dreadlock-like formations, also composed of coins, extend from its head in a manner suggesting hair. A critical anatomical detail involves the retention of a Gimmighoul chest strap, which Gholdengo repurposes as a belt fastened with a buckle bearing the stylized numeral 1,000. The tightly packed arrangement of coins that comprises its body grants Gholdengo considerable structural resilience, allowing it to absorb significant physical impacts by releasing coins from impacted areas to distribute damage across its composite form.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gholdengo Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Gholdengo belongs to the Undiscovered egg group, rendering it incapable of participation in conventional breeding mechanics within the Pokémon games. The species is classified as genderless, lacking sexual dimorphism entirely and existing outside traditional reproductive frameworks that govern most Pokémon species. This designation aligns with Gholdengo's nature as a composite entity formed from accumulated coins rather than a biologically reproductive organism, fundamentally distinguishing it from sexually reproducing Pokémon species. The absence of breeding capability means Gholdengo cannot pass genetic traits to offspring through standard egg mechanics, and individual Gholdengo specimens cannot be obtained through breeding processes. Instead, the only legitimate method of acquiring Gholdengo involves engaging with the evolution mechanics tied to Gimmighoul, making each Gholdengo a unique product of a trainer's specific coin-collecting journey rather than a descendant of parental Pokémon.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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platinum
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emerald
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diamond pearl
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firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
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xd
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colosseum
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heartgold soulsilver
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x y
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black 2 white 2
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black white
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sun moon
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ultra sun ultra moon
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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sword shield
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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gholdengo's Evolution Chain
Gholdengo Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Gholdengo evolves from Gimmighoul through a distinctive and resource-intensive process unique within the Pokémon evolutionary tree. The evolution specifically requires the player to have accumulated 999 Gimmighoul Coins while in possession of a Gimmighoul in either its Chest Form or Roaming Form, then leveling up the Gimmighoul while maintaining this specific condition. Upon successful evolution, the 999 accumulated coins are consumed and integrated into Gholdengo's body composition, fulfilling the Pokédex's assertion that Gholdengo comprises 1,000 coins total. This evolutionary mechanism represents an exceptional integration of gameplay mechanics and narrative worldbuilding, requiring players to engage in extended coin collection before achieving the final stage of their Gimmighoul's development. The evolution represents not merely a biological transformation but a quantifiable accumulation of material wealth, cleverly tying gameplay progression to the thematic elements of currency and value that permeate Gholdengo's entire conceptual design.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Gholdengo Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Gholdengo exhibits notably sociable and gregarious behavioral patterns, demonstrating an unusual affinity for companionship and demonstrating remarkable speed in establishing friendly relationships with both humans and other Pokémon alike. The species shows a distinct preference for vibrant urban environments and densely populated cities where social interaction and activity occur naturally. In combat scenarios, Gholdengo employs an aggressive offensive strategy by launching coins in rapid succession at adversaries, overwhelming them through sheer velocity and quantity of projectile attacks. The Pokédex entries specifically note this Pokémon's sociable disposition contrasts sharply with its combat aggression, suggesting a complex personality capable of transitioning between peaceful interaction and fierce competition. Notably unique to Gholdengo is its demonstrated capacity to construct golden surfboards entirely from its constituent coins, utilizing this construct as a primary means of transportation with remarkable maneuverability and even the ability to achieve flight when circumstances demand it.
Pokedex Entries
Its body seems to be made up of 1,000 coins. This Pokémon gets along well with others and is quick to make friends with anybody.
It has a sturdy body made up of stacked coins. Gholdengo overwhelms its enemies by firing coin after coin at them in quick succession.
Gholdengo Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Gholdengo's name derivation combines "golden" with "dengo," which references both the Pokémon's composition and its nature as a coin entity. The Japanese name Surfugo appears to blend "surface" or "surfer" with potential references to its coin-based construction and surfing capabilities. The design philosophy embraces a humanoid silhouette with explicitly exaggerated proportions—oversized hands and distinctly undersized legs create visual comedy and memorability while maintaining the fundamental concept of a mobile collection of coins. The crooked smile and overall cheerful demeanor contrast deliberately with the Pokémon's dual Steel/Ghost typing, creating interesting cognitive dissonance between its friendly appearance and its actual elemental nature. The strategic retention of the Gimmighoul chest strap as a belt serves dual purposes: maintaining visual continuity with its pre-evolution form while simultaneously symbolizing how Gholdengo binds together the loose components of its coin-based physiology into a unified, functional entity.
Learnable Moves
Gholdengo can learn 45 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| electro ball | electric | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| heavy slam | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| hex | ghost | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| make it rain | steel | Special | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| memento | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| metal sound | steel | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| night shade | ghost | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| poltergeist | ghost | Physical | 110 | 90 | 5 |
| power gem | rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| psyshock | psychic | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| recover | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| steel beam | steel | Special | 140 | 95 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
Gholdengo Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive play, Gholdengo functions as a special attacker and mixed utility Pokémon with particular emphasis on its exceptional Special Attack stat of 133, positioning it among the most potent special attackers in its generation. Its Steel/Ghost typing provides comprehensive defensive coverage, resisting numerous common offensive types including Normal, Flying, Poison, and Psychic attacks while resisting Steel-type moves through its Steel typing. The signature ability Good as Gold provides invaluable protection against status-inducing moves including Thunder Wave, Toxic, and Trick Room effects, enabling Gholdengo to function effectively as a bulky special attacker capable of pressuring opponents while maintaining immunity to common strategic disruptions. Gholdengo learns the unique move Make It Rain, a Steel-type attack dealing 120 base power damage, alongside other notable coverage moves including Flash Cannon, Shadow Ball, Nasty Plot, and Power Gem. Its reasonable bulk with 95 base Defense and 91 base Special Defense, combined with 87 base HP, allows Gholdengo to absorb considerable punishment while maintaining sustained offensive output, though its relatively modest 84 base Speed necessitates strategic speed control or preference for special attack maximization.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gholdengo
What type is Gholdengo?
Gholdengo is a steel and ghost type Pokemon.
What does Gholdengo evolve from?
Gholdengo evolved from gimmighoul.
What are Gholdengo's weaknesses?
Gholdengo is weak to fighting, ground, ghost, fire and dark type moves.
Gholdengo Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gholdengo's designation as the 1000th National Pokédex entry carries extraordinary cultural significance within the Pokémon franchise, symbolizing a major milestone in the series' expansion and demonstrating the franchise's continued creative vitality after generating thousands of distinct creatures. The achievement of reaching quadruple digits in the Pokédex represents a cultural touchstone for long-time fans and newcomers alike, with Gholdengo's unique concept—a Pokémon quite literally composed of accumulated wealth—resonating thematically with broader societal conversations regarding value, accumulation, and composition. The Pokémon has gained notable recognition through its appearance in the anime series, particularly through Dot's Gholdengo featured in significant story arcs, introducing the character to mainstream Pokémon viewers. Its visual distinctiveness and conceptual originality have made it a memorable icon of Generation IX, appearing regularly in fan communities and discussions surrounding the most innovative designs of the modern era.
Where to Find Gholdengo in Every Pokémon Game
Gholdengo's availability within the Pokémon games centers exclusively on evolution from Gimmighoul, making it unobtainable through standard wild encounters or other traditional acquisition methods. Players must first locate and capture Gimmighoul in either its Chest Form or Roaming Form, both available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, then commit to the extensive task of collecting 999 Gimmighoul Coins scattered throughout the games' overworld environments. Once the player has accumulated sufficient coins while maintaining possession of their target Gimmighoul, leveling up the Gimmighoul triggers its evolution into Gholdengo, consuming all 999 coins in the process. This gated availability creates natural scarcity and value for Gholdengo, as obtaining one requires deliberate engagement with collection mechanics and cannot be rushed or circumvented through breeding or trading of established Gholdengo specimens. The catch rate of 45 for Gimmighoul provides a baseline 11.9 percent success rate with standard Poké Balls at full health, though this only matters during the initial Gimmighoul capture before beginning the coin collection grind.