Gossifleur Best Moveset
Grass pre-evo with AbilityRegenerator healing a third of HP every switch. 60/60 defenses at 40 HP can't use the recovery competitively. The moveset is non-functional. Evolve into Eldegoss for better defensive stats and the same AbilityRegenerator sustainability.
Gossifleur was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. This was Gossifleur's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Regenerator with Eviolite, favoring a Relaxed nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Gossifleur best EVs are Sp. Def and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Protect
- Aromatherapy
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Gossifleur Weakness
Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug moves hit Gossifleur for super-effective damage. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. 5 weaknesses means you'll want teammates that can handle the coverage gaps.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Gossifleur Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Gossifleur
Cinderace can KO Gossifleur with U-turn (97-114%). Weavile threatens a KO with Ice Shard (86-102%). Staraptor's Double-Edge also KOs at 127-150%.
 Cinderace Fire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLibero ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Cinderace builds →U Turn 2x97-114%KO Sucker Punch48-57% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Weavile builds →Knock Off69-81% Ice Shard 2x86-102%KO | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Staraptor builds →Close Combat85-100%KO U Turn 2x99-117%KO Double Edge127-150%KO | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Nidoking PoisonGround | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Nidoking builds →Ice Beam 2x132-155%KO Flamethrower 2x132-155%KO | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Gossifleur grows into Eldegoss through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 210 total stats over Gossifleur. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Gossifleur easily with 89 breeding partners from the Plant egg group.
How to Get Gossifleur
Gossifleur is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 14 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Gossifleur in SwSh
The path to Gossifleur starts with Gossifleur at Lv. 10-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Gossifleur ✓Route 3Lv.10-14OverworldRate 30%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%Normal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%Normal WeatherRoute 2 - High LevelLv.37-40GrassRate 35%All WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 19%Normal WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 19%Intense SunBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Intense SunBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Normal Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve into EldegossGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 40%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%Normal WeatherGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 20%Normal WeatherGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Heavy FogGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%RainingStony WildernessLv.27-29GrassRate 10%Normal WeatherDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 40%Normal WeatherDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 30%OvercastDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 20%RainingDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 20%SandstormDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 20%Heavy FogDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 10%Thunderstormor evolve from Gossifleur (Step 1)
Base Stats
Defense and Sp. Def carry most of Gossifleur's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Sp. Def EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It whirls around in the wind while singing a joyous song. This delightful display has charmed many into raising this Pokémon.
Gossifleur Guide
You can run Gossifleur through the first few routes without issues. 250 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Eldegoss as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Gossifleur joined the series in Sword & Shield and has been available in 1 titles so far. With 3 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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