Violet: How To Catch Rotom And Change Its Form

Learn how to catch the elusive Rotom in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and where to find the Rotom Catalog to change its form and unlock new types!

Alright, so you're looking to snag yourself a Rotom in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, huh? Good choice! This little guy is super unique because it can actually change its form and typing. Let's break down how to catch it and then how to get that special item that lets you switch its form.

How to Catch Rotom:

First things first, you'll actually find Rotom in the wild. When you spot one, it's usually just floating around. Your first step is to target it by holding the ZL button, and then you'll want to press the A button to throw a Poké Ball at it. This will kick off a battle.

Now, Rotom is a Ghost and Electric type. This is important because you can't use moves like False Swipe to get its HP super low without knocking it out, and you also can't paralyze it since it's Electric type. So, be careful!

Your best bet is to use a Pokémon that's around the same level as the Rotom you're trying to catch. Stick to using weaker moves, like Ember, to chip away at its health. If Rotom keeps breaking out of your Poké Balls, don't worry – you can try putting it to sleep with moves like Hypnosis or Yawn. That usually makes catching it a lot easier.

How to Get the Rotom Catalog and Change Forms:

Once you've caught a Rotom, its real fun begins when you change its form. To do this, you'll need a special item called the Rotom Catalog. Head over to Porto Marinada, specifically to the main market building. If you've done the Water Gym challenge, you'll know this place.

Make your way to the east side of the market hall. You should find a new auctioneer there. Keep an eye out, because this auctioneer is the one who will be selling the Rotom Catalog. The bidding usually starts at 500 Poké Dollars, but you might end up paying around 4,000 Poké Dollars to win it. It can be a bit of a bidding war, so be prepared!

After you win the auction and get the Rotom Catalog, just open your Bag and go to the Key Items tab. Select the Rotom Catalog, and you'll see a list of different appliances. Pick the appliance you want, and then select the Rotom in your party. Boom! Your Rotom will change its form to match the appliance you chose.

All Rotom Forms:

Here's a quick rundown of the different forms Rotom can take, thanks to the Rotom Catalog:

And here's a cool bonus: when Rotom changes its form and type, it also learns a new move that matches its new type! For instance, Wash Rotom will learn the powerful Hydro Pump. Pretty neat, right?