pumpkaboo-large #10028
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pumpkaboo-large
Generation VI · #10028 — Pumpkin Pokémon
Pumpkaboo (Large Form), known as the Pumpkin Pokémon, is a dual-type Ghost/Grass Pokémon introduced in Generation VI that stands as one of four distinct size varieties of its species. Classified as Pokédex entry #710, this particular form represents the third-largest variant, standing 0.5 meters tall and weighing 7.5 kilograms—notably larger than its Medium Form counterpart but smaller than the Jumbo Variety. The Large Form maintains the same base stat total of 335 points as all other Pumpkaboo varieties, though the distribution differs subtly, with 5 additional HP compared to the base form offset by a 5-point reduction in Speed. This form can be encountered in the wild with any of three abilities: the standard Pickup, which allows it to collect items after battle; Frisk, enabling it to identify an opponent's held items upon entry; or the hidden ability Insomnia, which prevents sleep status entirely.
Base Stats
Height
0.5m
Weight
7.5kg
Category
Pumpkin Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
ball
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.
Pumpkaboo-large Biology & Physical Characteristics
The Large Form Pumpkaboo presents a visually striking appearance that embodies the fusion of spectral and botanical elements central to its species concept. Its body features a pinkish pumpkin shell forming the lower half, intricately carved with two circular holes that emit a distinctive yellow-orange glow—these holes serve a hypnotic function capable of controlling those who gaze upon them. Emerging from the top of the pumpkin is a shadowy black upper body with glowing yellow eyes, sharp fangs protruding from its upper jaw, and pointed ears that curve gracefully. Atop its head sits a long, curled tuft of fur that coils tightly at the tip, while a distinctive collar of fuzzy tufts drapes over the pumpkin's rim. The Large Form's size represents a middle ground in Pumpkaboo's remarkable size polymorphism, a trait absent in most Pokémon species and unique to this line's development mechanics. Despite being composed primarily of organic pumpkin matter, the ghostly spirit inhabiting the form grants it supernatural properties and the dual Ghost/Grass typing that defines its elemental nature.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Pumpkaboo-large Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Pumpkaboo in its Large Form maintains an even gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for straightforward breeding without restrictions. The species belongs to the Amorphous egg group, a classification that encompasses fluid-bodied, ghost-type, and otherwise shape-shifting Pokémon that lack traditional biological constraints—this grouping includes other supernatural Pokémon such as Haunter, Gengar, and Drifloon. When bred, Pumpkaboo eggs require 20 cycles to hatch, translating to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of in-game travel, a relatively standard hatching period for Pokémon of its evolutionary stage. Interestingly, the size variety of a hatched Pumpkaboo is determined randomly upon hatching rather than inherited from the parents, meaning that breeding two Large Form Pumpkaboo can produce offspring of any size variety—Small, Medium, Large, or Jumbo. This mechanic encourages breeders to maintain multiple size varieties within their collections, as the random determination ensures a continuous variety of forms even within controlled breeding programs. The base friendship rating of 70 suggests Pumpkaboo forms relatively positive bonds with trainers even upon initial capture, facilitating faster friendship evolution requirements for mechanics that might depend on such metrics.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
tm06
firered leafgreen
tm06
diamond pearl
tm06
platinum
tm06
ruby sapphire
tm06
colosseum
tm06
black 2 white 2
tm06
xd
tm06
black white
tm06
heartgold soulsilver
tm06
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm06
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
ultra sun ultra moon
+661 more TMs/HMs
pumpkaboo-large's Evolution Chain
Pumpkaboo-large Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
The Large Form Pumpkaboo evolves into Gourgeist through a trade mechanic, a process that results in the evolution of the traded Pokémon regardless of which size variety is being exchanged. When a Large Form Pumpkaboo undergoes this evolution, it transforms into a corresponding Large Form Gourgeist, maintaining its size classification while gaining increased stats and expanded movepool options. The evolution from Pumpkaboo to Gourgeist represents a maturation of its spectral form, with the pumpkin shell becoming more ornate and pumpkin-like in appearance while the ghostly inhabitant gains greater control over its host body. Unlike traditional evolutions triggered by level-up or stone usage, the trade requirement for Pumpkaboo's evolution emphasizes the interconnected nature of trainer bonds and the passing of spiritual entities—the act of trading mirrors the Pokémon's thematic role as a carrier of spirits between different realms. Large Form Gourgeist maintains the Ghost/Grass dual typing and provides stat improvements that enhance both its defensive capabilities and special attack potential, making it a more formidable presence in competitive play while preserving the essence of its earlier form.
Where to Find
kalos route 16
kalos
Pumpkaboo-large Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Pumpkaboo in its Large Form exhibits behavioral patterns strongly tied to temporal cycles, becoming notably restless and active as the sun sets each evening. According to Pokédex entries, the spirit trapped within the pumpkin body grows increasingly animated during twilight hours, driving the Pokémon to fulfill its spiritual purpose: transporting wandering and lost spirits to the afterlife where they can move on to their final destination. This supernatural role positions Pumpkaboo as a psychopomp figure in Pokémon ecology, a guide between worlds rather than a traditional resident of either. The Large Form inhabits forested areas and mountainous regions, particularly those with seasonal significance—it appears frequently in Kalos's Mountain areas during autumn months when the boundary between the living and spirit worlds grows thin. The glow emanating from its carved holes intensifies during these active periods, potentially serving as a beacon for wayward spirits seeking passage. Trainer encounters with Large Form Pumpkaboo are most common during evening hours and autumnal seasons, reflecting the Pokémon's inherent temporal preferences and supernatural nature.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VI
The pumpkin body is inhabited by a spirit trapped in this world. As the sun sets, it becomes restless and active.
It is said to carry wandering spirits to the place where they belong so they can move on.
The pumpkin body is inhabited by a spirit trapped in this world. As the sun sets, it becomes restless and active.
It is said to carry wandering spirits to the place where they belong so they can move on.
Generation VIII
Spirits that wander this world are placed into Pumpkaboo’s body. They’re then moved on to the afterlife.
The light that streams out from the holes in the pumpkin can hypnotize and control the people and Pokémon that see it.
Pumpkaboo-large Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name "Pumpkaboo" derives from a straightforward portmanteau of "pumpkin" and "boo," the latter referencing both the ghostly vocalization and the spirit world associations central to the Pokémon's concept. In its native Japanese nomenclature, Pumpkaboo is called "Bakeccha," combining "bakemono" (a Japanese yokai or supernatural creature) with "kabocha" (the Japanese word for pumpkin), creating a linguistically cohesive foundation that emphasizes both its spectral nature and botanical composition. The design itself draws inspiration from carved jack-o'-lanterns and traditional Halloween imagery, though elevated to a more genuinely supernatural aesthetic rather than mere decoration. The four size varieties reflect the variable appearance pumpkins possess in nature, where specimens range dramatically in dimensions—this polymorphism is reinforced through gameplay mechanics where a Pokémon's form is determined at capture or hatching and cannot be changed, encouraging trainers to value different size varieties for different purposes. The Large Form specifically represents a Goldilocks middle-ground, neither the smallest nor the largest, making it a visually balanced form that maintains recognizable proportions while still appearing distinctly larger than standard depictions. The glowing holes carved into the pumpkin serve as both an aesthetic focal point and a functional element tied to the Pokémon's hypnotic and spirit-guiding abilities.
Learnable Moves
Pumpkaboo-large can learn 73 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bestow | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| destiny bond | ghost | Status | — | — | 5 |
| disable | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| 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 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| mystical fire | fire | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| poltergeist | ghost | Physical | 110 | 90 | 5 |
| 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 |
Pumpkaboo-large Competitive Battle Guide
The Large Form Pumpkaboo occupies a modest niche in competitive Pokémon play, offering a bulkier defensive profile compared to its base form thanks to 5 additional HP points that enhance its overall survivability. With a Defense stat of 70 and Special Defense of 55, complemented by 54 HP, the Large Form is better equipped to absorb physical attacks than many comparable Pokémon at its stage of evolution, making it a reasonable defensive pivot in lower-tier formats. Its Attack stat of 66 provides respectable physical striking power, while the Special Attack of 44 remains limiting, suggesting a primarily physical-based movepool strategy. The Speed stat of 46 represents a notable weakness, leaving the Large Form significantly slower than most competitive threats and making it vulnerable to priority moves and faster attackers—this is exacerbated compared to the base form, which boasts 51 Speed, suggesting size variety selection carries strategic weight. Ability selection provides flexibility: Pickup offers post-battle item acquisition valuable in longer matches, Frisk provides valuable scouting information that informs strategy adjustments, while Insomnia prevents sleep-inducing strategies used by competitive opponents. Upon evolution into Gourgeist, stat distributions improve substantially, making Large Form Pumpkaboo primarily valuable as a stepping stone toward competitive viability rather than a standalone threat. The Ghost/Grass typing grants useful immunities to Normal and Fighting moves while conveying weaknesses to Fire, Ice, Flying, Ghost, and Dark attacks—a mixed defensive profile that requires careful team construction to maximize utility.
Commonly Asked Questions About Pumpkaboo-large
What type is Pumpkaboo-large?
Pumpkaboo-large is a ghost and grass type Pokemon.
What does Pumpkaboo-large evolve into?
Pumpkaboo-large does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Pumpkaboo-large's weaknesses?
Pumpkaboo-large is weak to ghost, dark, flying, fire and ice type moves.
Where can I find Pumpkaboo-large?
Pumpkaboo-large can be found in kalos route 16 (kalos).
Pumpkaboo-large Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Pumpkaboo and its evolutions have become iconic symbols within Pokémon's autumnal and supernatural aesthetic, particularly celebrated during October festivities when Halloween-themed Pokémon prominence increases across media and merchandise. The species gained significant recognition through its appearance in the Pokémon animated series, most notably through Jessie's Large Form Pumpkaboo, which served as a key member of Team Rocket's roster during the Kalos region arc, endearing the species to audiences through memorable battle sequences and character development. The Large Form specifically resonates with players seeking a visually imposing pumpkin-themed Pokémon that maintains the species' ethereal charm while appearing more substantial than smaller varieties. In competitive communities, Pumpkaboo varieties have developed dedicated followings, with players experimenting across size classes to optimize specific strategies and builds tailored to their team compositions. The species' design has influenced subsequent generations' approach to form varieties and size polymorphism, establishing a precedent that appears again in later Pokémon designs where size variations carry both aesthetic and mechanical significance. The folklore-inspired concept of a spirit-carrying pumpkin has resonated with players interested in more thematically complex Pokémon design, positioning Pumpkaboo among the most conceptually interesting Ghost-type introductions from Generation VI and contributing to enduring cultural presence in fan communities.
Where to Find Pumpkaboo-large in Every Pokémon Game
The Large Form Pumpkaboo is encountered in the wild primarily during autumn months in mountainous and forested regions, particularly within Generation VI's Kalos region where it is registered as local Pokédex entry #63 in the Mountain Kalos section. Subsequent games have featured Pumpkaboo with consistent availability during seasonal events: in Pokémon Sword and Shield, it appears as local Pokédex entry #191 with heightened encounter rates during autumn seasons. The species can be caught with a standard capture rate of 120, equivalent to approximately 15.7% success with a Poké Ball against a full-health target, making it moderately difficult but not exceptionally rare to capture. Pumpkaboo eggs can be obtained through breeding with compatible Pokémon within the Amorphous egg group, allowing players to produce fresh specimens with desired natures and individual values through controlled breeding mechanics. Event distributions have occasionally featured the Jumbo Variety form exclusively, making standard wild encounters the primary source for Small, Medium, and Large varieties in most games. The species' availability fluctuates seasonally within newer titles like Pokémon Legends: Z-A, reflecting real-world autumn months and reinforcing thematic connections to Halloween and harvest festivals. Alternative acquisition methods include Pokémon Home transfers from previous compatible games, enabling long-term players to maintain collections across console generations and ensuring continued accessibility despite game-specific availability windows.