gourgeist-small #10030
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gourgeist-small
Generation VI · #10030 — Pumpkin Pokémon
Gourgeist (Small Form), known in Japanese as Pumpjin, is a Ghost/Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI. As National Pokédex #711, this diminutive pumpkin spirit represents one of four size variants of the species, each with distinct statistical distributions. The Small Form stands at just 0.7 meters tall and weighs a mere 9.5 kilograms, making it the tiniest of all Gourgeist varieties. Despite its compact stature, this form possesses remarkable speed and offensive capabilities, boasting a base Speed stat of 99—the highest among all Gourgeist forms—alongside solid Attack power of 85. The Small Form evolves from Pumpkaboo when traded with another player, continuing the ghostly gourd's mysterious lifecycle.
Base Stats
Height
0.7m
Weight
9.5kg
Category
Pumpkin Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
blob
Abilities
Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.
Reveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.
Prevents sleep.
Gourgeist-small Biology & Physical Characteristics
The Small Form of Gourgeist maintains the characteristic design of its evolutionary line but in a more compact package. Its body consists of a dark brown pumpkin with a glowing yellow-orange jack-o'-lantern face carved into its front, complete with triangular eyes, a grinning mouth, and a small triangular nose. Emerging from the top of the pumpkin is its slender brown-orange head, featuring bright yellow eyes and a diminutive mouth. Long, light pink hair with arm-like tendrils frames its face, usually covering one eye with voluminous bangs. Crowning its head is a distinctive crescent-shaped brown tuft that resembles a pumpkin's stem. Despite its small size, the Small Form shares the Defense rating of 122 with all other Gourgeist varieties, suggesting that protective power is inherent to the species regardless of physical dimensions. The Small Form's lower HP of 55 compared to the base form's 65 reflects its reduced overall mass and constitution.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gourgeist-small Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Gourgeist Small Form maintains a balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for straightforward breeding mechanics. It belongs to the Amorphous egg group, which includes other ghostly and unusual Pokémon such as Ditto, Grimer, and Haunter. The base happiness of 70 indicates that Gourgeist is moderately friendly to its trainer, though not exceptionally so, befitting its somewhat sinister nature. With a hatch counter of 20 cycles (approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps), Gourgeist eggs take a moderate amount of time to incubate, making them neither particularly quick nor tediously slow to hatch. The Medium Fast growth rate means Gourgeist reaches higher levels at a steady pace, neither rushing to maximum power nor languishing in low-level weakness. Trainers seeking to breed Gourgeist should be aware that the size form of Pumpkaboo at the time of trade determines which Gourgeist form will result, making careful selection of breeding partners essential for obtaining the desired size variant.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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yellow
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gold silver
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red blue
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crystal
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emerald
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firered leafgreen
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diamond pearl
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platinum
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ruby sapphire
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colosseum
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black 2 white 2
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xd
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black white
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heartgold soulsilver
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ultra sun ultra moon
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sun moon
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gourgeist-small's Evolution Chain
Gourgeist-small Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
The Small Form of Gourgeist evolves from Pumpkaboo when traded with another player, a mechanic that emphasizes the social and communal aspects of Pokémon gameplay. Unlike many evolution methods, trading introduces an element of trust and cooperation between trainers. The evolution from Pumpkaboo to Gourgeist represents a maturation and magnification of the species' ghostly nature, though the Small Form retains the same base stat total of 494 as its other size variants. The redistribution of stats between Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist Small Form is noteworthy: while HP decreases from 65 to 55 and Speed increases from 84 to 99, Attack rises from 90 to 85. This seemingly paradoxical decrease in Attack despite evolution reflects the Small Form's more specialized role as a speedy attacker rather than a brute force combatant. Gourgeist does not receive a Mega Evolution, but its four distinct size variants—Small, Medium, Large, and Jumbo—offer different strategic possibilities within a single evolutionary stage.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Gourgeist-small Behaviour and Natural Habitat
According to Pokédex entries, Gourgeist wanders town streets during the night of the new moon while singing in eerie, haunting voices. Those unfortunate enough to hear its song are said to be cursed, a detail that speaks to the supernatural and malevolent nature of these ghost-grass spirits. The Small Form, being the most agile variant with its exceptional speed, may be particularly adept at these nocturnal wanderings, swiftly moving through settlements before dawn breaks. Additional entries reveal a darker aspect of Gourgeist's nature: it enwraps its prey in hairlike arms and sings joyfully while observing their suffering, suggesting a predatory and sadistic temperament. The Sword and Shield entries elaborate further, describing eerie cries emanating from its body in the dead of night as the wails of spirits suffering in the afterlife. Shield's Pokédex entry provides perhaps the most ominous description: on the night of a new moon, Gourgeist will come knocking on doors, and whoever answers will be swept off to the afterlife.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VI
Singing in eerie voices, they wander town streets on the night of the new moon. Anyone who hears their song is cursed.
It enwraps its prey in its hairlike arms. It sings joyfully as it observes the suffering of its prey.
Singing in eerie voices, they wander town streets on the night of the new moon. Anyone who hears their song is cursed.
It enwraps its prey in its hairlike arms. It sings joyfully as it observes the suffering of its prey.
Generation VIII
Eerie cries emanate from its body in the dead of night. The sounds are said to be the wails of spirits who are suffering in the afterlife.
In the darkness of a new-moon night, Gourgeist will come knocking. Whoever answers the door will be swept off to the afterlife.
Gourgeist-small Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Gourgeist is derived from 'gourge,' relating to gorging or consuming greedily, combined with 'geist,' a German word meaning ghost or spirit. The Japanese name Pumpjin similarly blends 'pumpkin' with 'jin,' a suffix denoting supernatural entities. This nomenclature perfectly encapsulates the Pokémon's dual nature as both a plant-based gourd and a malevolent spectral entity. The design itself draws heavily from the jack-o'-lantern, the iconic Halloween pumpkin carved with a menacing face, a connection reinforced by its Ghost/Grass typing and its association with the new moon—a time traditionally linked to supernatural activity and dark magic. The Small Form's design emphasizes this jack-o'-lantern aesthetic while maintaining the additional head and flowing hair that distinguishes it from a simple carved pumpkin. The color palette of dark brown pumpkin flesh contrasted with glowing yellow-orange carved features creates a distinctly eerie and recognizable silhouette. The crescent-shaped stem atop its head adds a whimsical yet slightly unsettling detail, suggesting both botanical origin and spectral presence.
Learnable Moves
Gourgeist-small can learn 77 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire blast | fire | Special | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| flame charge | fire | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| grassy glide | grass | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 |
| gyro ball | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| hex | ghost | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| leech seed | grass | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magic coat | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| moonblast | fairy | Special | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| mystical fire | fire | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| phantom force | ghost | Physical | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| poltergeist | ghost | Physical | 110 | 90 | 5 |
| power whip | grass | Physical | 120 | 85 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| razor leaf | grass | Physical | 55 | 95 | 25 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| role play | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow sneak | ghost | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| skill swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| skitter smack | bug | Physical | 70 | 90 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| synthesis | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| telekinesis | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| trick room | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| trick or treat | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| will o wisp | fire | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
Gourgeist-small Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, the Small Form of Gourgeist occupies a unique niche due to its exceptional Speed stat of 99, the highest among all Gourgeist variants. This speed tier allows it to outpace many common threats and act as a swift attacker or utility Pokémon. With an Attack stat of 85 and Special Attack of only 58, the Small Form is decidedly physical-focused, making physical moves far more viable than special attacks. Its signature move potential includes moves like Seed Bomb and Shadow Ball, both of which benefit from its superior physical Attack stat. The defense profile mirrors its larger variants with a Defense stat of 122, offering solid physical protection, while Special Defense sits at 75. Three ability options provide different strategic advantages: Pickup allows recovery of held items after battle, Frisk reveals opponent held items upon entry, and the hidden ability Insomnia prevents sleep status effects. The Small Form's lower HP of 55 makes it more vulnerable to status-based strategies compared to larger variants, though its superior Speed compensates by allowing it to move first and potentially avoid hazardous situations. In practice, the Small Form excels in faster-paced formats where Speed is paramount and requires careful team composition to maximize its effectiveness.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gourgeist-small
What type is Gourgeist-small?
Gourgeist-small is a ghost and grass type Pokemon.
What does Gourgeist-small evolve into?
Gourgeist-small does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Gourgeist-small's weaknesses?
Gourgeist-small is weak to ghost, dark, flying, fire and ice type moves.
Gourgeist-small Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gourgeist, particularly as a distinctly Halloween-themed Pokémon, has garnered significant attention within fan communities and official Pokémon media. The Small Form, with its compact and adorable proportions, appeals to trainers seeking a more manageable pumpkin spirit. Jessie from Team Rocket notably uses a Gourgeist in the animated series, cementing the species' role in popular Pokémon lore. The design has resonated with players who appreciate thematic Pokémon that embody seasonal aesthetics, with Gourgeist becoming a perennial favorite during autumn months and Halloween celebrations. Its sinister yet endearing nature—malevolent yet pitiable—has inspired fan art, fan fiction, and creative interpretations exploring the tragic backstory of a ghost trapped within a pumpkin's husk. The multiple size variants themselves represent an innovative design choice that has influenced subsequent Pokémon generations, introducing the concept that evolutionary forms can maintain the same base stat total while redistributing stats based on physical scale. This design philosophy demonstrates Game Freak's commitment to providing meaningful mechanical diversity within single evolutionary lines, allowing players to choose forms that align with their strategic preferences and aesthetic tastes.
Where to Find Gourgeist-small in Every Pokémon Game
The Small Form of Gourgeist can be obtained primarily through trading a Small Form Pumpkaboo, which is encountered in various locations throughout Generation VI games, particularly in Pokémon X and Y where it appears in the Mountain Kalos region (local Pokédex #0064). In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Gourgeist is available with a local Pokédex number of 0192, indicating its presence in the Galarian Pokédex. The species returns in Pokémon Legends: Z-A with local Pokédex #0205, confirming its availability in newer Generation IX content. With a catch rate of 60, Pumpkaboo presents moderate difficulty in capture, making it reasonably accessible to most trainers willing to invest a standard number of Poké Balls. The trading requirement for evolution means that players seeking to complete their Pokédex with Gourgeist must either trade with another player or use online trading facilities available in modern Pokémon games. Players can influence which Gourgeist size form they obtain by selecting a Pumpkaboo of their preferred size before trading. The Small Form, being the most speed-oriented variant, may appeal particularly to competitive players and trainers prioritizing swift team members, making it a worthwhile target for those undertaking Pokédex completion or team building projects.