gumshoos-totem #10121
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gumshoos-totem
Generation VII · #10121 — Stakeout Pokémon
Gumshoos is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII, known as the Stakeout Pokémon. Its National Pokédex number is #735, and it represents a significant evolution in hunting strategy from its pre-evolution form, Yungoos. Standing at 1.4 meters tall and weighing 60 kilograms in its totem form, Gumshoos is a formidable predator native to the Alola region. The totem variant encountered in Alola's Pokémon Sun and Moon demonstrates enhanced presence and power compared to standard Gumshoos, appearing larger and more imposing. This mongoose-like creature is distinguished by its patient, methodical approach to hunting—a stark contrast to its restless pre-evolution that constantly prowls for prey. With a base stat total of 418, Gumshoos excels in Attack (110) and HP (88), making it a respectable physical threat despite its modest Speed stat of 45.
Base Stats
Height
1.4m
Weight
60.0kg
Category
Stakeout Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
quadruped
Abilities
This Pokémon's moves have double power against Pokémon that switched in this turn.
Strengthens biting moves to 1.5× their power.
Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.
Gumshoos-totem Biology & Physical Characteristics
Gumshoos is a long-bodied, stocky mammalian Pokémon bearing resemblance to a mongoose. Its physiology features a predominantly brown coat with distinctive yellow coloring that extends along its underside and forms a prominent stripe running from its forehead to between its shoulders. Yellow fur tufts appear near its shoulders, hips, and around the base of its tail, creating a striking silhouette reminiscent of an open trenchcoat—a visual element that contributes to its detective-like appearance. The species possesses rounded ears with small notches, a short snout with a pink nose, and a large mouth filled with pointed teeth that often appears bared in a characteristic snarl. Its eyes feature white sclerae with distinctive black horizontal pupils, nearly concealed beneath its yellow facial stripe, giving it an intense, focused gaze. Gumshoos moves primarily on four short, powerful legs equipped with three black claws each, though it's capable of standing upright on its hind legs with its hands locked behind its back in a distinctly anthropomorphic pose. Its wide, flat tail, longer and more developed than Yungoos's, aids in balance and communication.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gumshoos-totem Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Gumshoos exhibits a balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, providing equal representation for both sexes among wild populations and bred specimens. The species belongs to the Field Egg Group, which is characteristic of terrestrial, mammal-like Pokémon, allowing it to breed with a diverse range of compatible species. The Egg Hatch Counter indicates that Gumshoos eggs require 15 cycles to hatch, translating to approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps, placing it in the moderate hatching time range. The base friendship value of 70 suggests that Gumshoos eggs and hatchlings develop a reasonable bond with trainers under normal circumstances, though this is neither exceptionally high nor exceptionally low. Breeding pairs of Gumshoos can produce Yungoos offspring, making the evolutionary line accessible to trainers who prefer the challenge of raising from the pre-evolution. Female Gumshoos can pass down the species's potent Attack-focused stat distribution to their offspring, making them valuable breeding partners for trainers seeking physical attackers. The moderate growth rate of medium-fast ensures that Gumshoos reaches competitive levels relatively quickly without the extended training time required by slower-growing species.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
TMs & HMs
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
sword shield
tm04
sword shield
tm05
ruby sapphire
tm05
emerald
tm05
gold silver
tm05
crystal
tm05
diamond pearl
tm05
black white
tm05
platinum
tm05
heartgold soulsilver
tm05
firered leafgreen
tm05
black 2 white 2
tm05
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm05
x y
tm05
xd
tm05
colosseum
tm05
sword shield
+456 more TMs/HMs
gumshoos-totem's Evolution Chain
Gumshoos-totem Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Gumshoos evolves from Yungoos exclusively when leveled up to level 20 or higher during daytime conditions—a strict evolution requirement reflecting the species's diurnal nature. This evolution marks a dramatic transformation in both appearance and behavior. While Yungoos is characterized by constant, restless prowling and active pursuit, Gumshoos undergoes a personality shift toward methodical patience and strategic ambush tactics. The evolution is accompanied by physical growth—Gumshoos becomes notably larger and more robust than its pre-evolution, with more pronounced musculature in its chest and shoulders. The Base Happiness requirement is moderate at 70, indicating that Gumshoos maintains decent rapport with trainers despite its intense, focused demeanor. The totem form represents a regional variant encountered specifically in Alola's trial challenges, appearing even more imposing than standard Gumshoos specimens. This form lacks traditional Mega Evolution capabilities, as it belongs to Generation VII where Mega Evolution mechanics were maintained but not universally applied to all species. The totem form's enhanced presence serves as the ultimate expression of Gumshoos's predatory nature within the Alola region's ecosystem.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Gumshoos-totem Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Unlike its restless pre-evolution, Gumshoos employs an entirely different hunting methodology based on patience and tactical positioning rather than active pursuit. Once it identifies traces of prey, particularly its favored Alolan Rattata and Raticate, Gumshoos stakes out the creature's regular travel routes and waits with remarkable composure for the unsuspecting target to arrive. The species demonstrates extraordinary tenacity and can withstand intense hunger for extended periods, remaining perfectly still for hours without consuming food—a testament to its disciplined nature. However, Gumshoos possesses a critical behavioral limitation: it is strictly diurnal, meaning it only hunts and remains active during daylight hours. This nocturnal disadvantage creates an ironic paradox—while Rattata and Raticate (particularly their Alolan forms) constitute its preferred meals, these nocturnal Pokémon are rarely encountered during daylight hours. As evening approaches, Gumshoos's stamina rapidly depletes, and it invariably falls asleep wherever it happens to be stationed, sometimes snoozing right on its stakeout location. In the Alola region, Gumshoos was not originally native but was introduced generations ago specifically to combat a massive Rattata outbreak, where its hunting prowess proved invaluable.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VII
When it finds a trace of its prey, it patiently stakes out the location...but it’s always snoozing by nightfall.
Although it wasn’t originally found in Alola, this Pokémon was brought over a long time ago when there was a huge Rattata outbreak.
It adores having Rattata and Raticate for dinner, but as it’s diurnal, it never encounters them. This Pokémon boasts incredible patience.
Patient by nature, this Pokémon loses control of itself and pounces when it spots its favorite meal—Rattata!
Gumshoos-totem Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Gumshoos derives from a creative blend of terminology reflecting the species's role and behavior. "Gum" references the gumshoe, a classic slang term for detectives and private investigators, while "shoos" evokes both the onomatopoeia of driving someone away and perhaps a play on "mongoose" sounds. The Japanese name, Dekagoose (デカグース), similarly combines "deka" (meaning large or big) with a mongoose reference, emphasizing size and predatory nature. The species's English genus, "Stakeout Pokémon," directly references its signature hunting behavior of waiting and watching. The design itself cleverly incorporates detective aesthetics—the yellow fur patterns resemble a trenchcoat worn by noir detectives, while its intense, narrow-eyed expression and focused demeanor evoke the stereotype of a determined investigator on a case. The anthropomorphic posture it adopts while standing on hind legs further reinforces this detective imagery, as does its patient, calculated approach to hunting prey. This thematic consistency between name, design, and behavior creates a cohesive and memorable Pokémon identity that stands distinctly apart from typical rodent-hunting predators in the franchise.
Learnable Moves
Gumshoos-totem can learn 56 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bide | normal | Physical | — | — | 10 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dual chop | dragon | Physical | 40 | 90 | 15 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper fang | normal | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| odor sleuth | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pursuit | dark | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sand attack | ground | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| super fang | normal | Physical | — | 90 | 10 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thrash | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| yawn | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Gumshoos-totem Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battle formats, Gumshoos occupies a niche as a physical attacker capable of surprising opponents through its signature ability, Stakeout. This ability doubles the power of Gumshoos's moves against any Pokémon that switched into battle during the current turn—a mechanic that rewards strategic prediction and punishes careless switches. With an Attack stat of 110 and respectable HP of 88, Gumshoos can deliver significant damage to switched-in opponents when its Stakeout ability activates. However, its competitive viability is significantly hampered by its abysmal Speed stat of 45, making it exceptionally difficult to outspeed most threats without external support. The alternative ability Strong Jaw boosts the power of biting moves to 1.5 times their normal strength, providing slightly more consistent damage output than Stakeout but lacking the high-risk, high-reward potential. The hidden ability Adaptability increases Gumshoos's same-type attack bonus from 1.5 times to 2 times, significantly amplifying the power of its Normal-type moves. Its defensive stats are modest at best—Defense and Special Defense both sit at 60—making Gumshoos vulnerable to faster threats that can overwhelm its defenses before it has opportunity to strike. Competitive players typically employ Gumshoos in slower, bulky teams or under weather conditions that increase Speed, utilizing Trick Room support to leverage its low Speed as an advantage.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gumshoos-totem
What type is Gumshoos-totem?
Gumshoos-totem is a normal type Pokemon.
What does Gumshoos-totem evolve into?
Gumshoos-totem does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Gumshoos-totem's weaknesses?
Gumshoos-totem is weak to fighting type moves.
Gumshoos-totem Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gumshoos has secured a memorable place in Pokémon culture primarily through its distinctive detective-inspired aesthetic and its prominent role in the Alola region's narrative. The character Officer Jenny's Gumshoos features significantly in the Pokémon Sun and Moon anime series, becoming an iconic companion that showcases the species's loyalty and investigative prowess. This representation in mainstream media has contributed substantially to Gumshoos's recognition among both dedicated Pokémon fans and casual viewers. The species's design philosophy of merging detective noir aesthetics with a mongoose predator resonates with audiences seeking Pokémon with unique thematic elements beyond simple animal inspiration. The totem form, encountered during Alola's trial challenges in the games, has become emblematic of the generation's trial system and represents a memorable boss encounter for many players. Fan communities have developed significant appreciation for Gumshoos's patient hunting mechanics and stoic demeanor, celebrating it as an underrated Pokémon deserving greater competitive attention. The species also appears in Pokémon TCG releases, manga adaptations including Pokémon Adventures, and various merchandise, maintaining cultural presence across multiple media formats and ensuring its relevance within the broader franchise ecosystem.
Where to Find Gumshoos-totem in Every Pokémon Game
Gumshoos was introduced in Generation VII and is primarily associated with the Alola region, where it can be encountered in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon. In these titles, Gumshoos appears in the Alola regional Pokédex as entry #0014 (or #0028 in later Scarlet/Violet entries), and can be found in various terrestrial locations throughout Alola. The totem form specifically appears as a significant trial challenge in the Alola region's trial quest system, providing memorable encounters for players progressing through the games' narrative. Wild Gumshoos require level 20 or higher when encountered and are caught at a rate of 127 (approximately 16.6% success with a standard Poké Ball against a full-health specimen), making them relatively obtainable compared to rarer species. The species can also be obtained by leveling Yungoos to level 20 during daytime conditions, providing trainers with a reliable method of adding Gumshoos to their team. In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Gumshoos remains available as part of the National Pokédex, maintaining its accessibility across contemporary Pokémon titles. The totem form encounter in Alola is exclusive to that region's games and represents a distinct variant unavailable in other regions or games, making these original Generation VII titles essential for trainers seeking the complete totem form experience. Availability across multiple generations and game titles ensures that Gumshoos remains consistently accessible to players worldwide.