Is Gossifleur Good in Sword & Shield Playthrough?
Gossifleur appears on Route 3. Milo's first Pokemon in the Grass gym. Evolves into Eldegoss at level 20. AbilityRegenerator hidden ability heals on switch. Eldegoss is a defensive Grass option with 120 Special Defense.
Eldegoss trades roughly evenly with Milo's team.
Eldegoss resists most of Nessa's coverage and hits back hard.
Kabu's team hits Eldegoss's weaknesses hard.
Eldegoss trades roughly evenly with Bea's team.
Opal's team hits Eldegoss's weaknesses hard.
Eldegoss has the type edge here and should clean up Gordie's team.
Eldegoss trades roughly evenly with Piers's team.
Eldegoss has the type edge here and should clean up Raihan's team.
Eldegoss trades roughly evenly with Bede's team.
Leon's team hits Eldegoss's weaknesses hard.
Catch Gossifleur on Route 2 (walking, Lv 37-40). All Weather.
How to Get Gossifleur in Sword & Shield
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)
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
 Glaceon Ice | B | |
 Butterfree Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Butterfree builds →Gust 2x58-69% Bug Bite 2x54-63% | ||
 Sizzlipede FireBug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Sizzlipede builds →Flame Wheel 2x67-81% Bug Bite 2x67-81% | ||
 Oddish GrassPoison | C | |
 Growlithe Fire | C | |
 Vespiquen Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Vespiquen builds →Bug Bite 2x75-90% Gust 2x50-60% Poison Sting 2x17-20% | ||
Butterfree Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Butterfree builds →Air Slash 2x102-120%KO Bug Bite 2x50-60% | ||
Glaceon Ice | B | |
 Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
 Noctowl Normal | C | |
 Ribombee BugFairy | B | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Ribombee builds →Pollen Puff 2x123-145%KO | ||
Vespiquen Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Vespiquen builds →Bug Bite 2x73-86% Gust 2x50-59% Poison Sting 2x15-18% | ||
Butterfree Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Butterfree builds →Air Slash 2x100-118%KO Bug Bite 2x50-59% | ||
 Xatu Psychic | C | |
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
 Arcanine Fire | B | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Arcanine builds →Flare Blitz 2x188-222%KO | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Vikavolt builds →Bug Buzz 2x180-212%KO Fly 2x67-80% | ||
 Centiskorch FireBug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Centiskorch builds →Flame Wheel 2x99-116%KO Bug Bite 2x99-116%KO Venoshock 2x60-71% | ||
 Toxtricity ElectricPoison | C | |
 Durant BugSteel | B | |
 Corviknight Steel | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Corviknight builds →Fly 2x119-140%KO U-turn 2x62-73% | ||
Arcanine Fire | B | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Arcanine builds →Flare Blitz 2x189-223%KO | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Vikavolt builds →Bug Buzz 2x181-213%KO Fly 2x68-80% | ||
Centiskorch FireBug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Centiskorch builds →Flame Wheel 2x101-120%KO Bug Bite 2x101-120%KO Venoshock 2x60-71% | ||
Toxtricity ElectricPoison | C | |
Corviknight Steel | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Corviknight builds →Fly 2x116-138%KO U-turn 2x60-71% | ||
 Golisopod BugWater | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Golisopod builds →First Impression 2x156-184%KO Venoshock 2x43-51% | ||
 Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Fire Punch 2x143-168%KO U-turn 2x90-106%KO | ||
Arcanine Fire | B | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Arcanine builds →Flare Blitz 2x185-217%KO | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Vikavolt builds →Bug Buzz 2x177-208%KO Air Slash 2x98-116%KO | ||
Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Flare Blitz 2x229-271%KO U-turn 2x89-106%KO | ||
Corviknight Steel | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Corviknight builds →Fly 2x117-138%KO U-turn 2x61-73% | ||
Golisopod BugWater | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Golisopod builds →First Impression 2x157-185%KO Venoshock 2x43-51% Icy Wind 2x36-43% | ||
Centiskorch FireBug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Centiskorch builds →Flame Wheel 2x100-118%KO Bug Bite 2x100-118%KO Venoshock 2x58-69% | ||
Arcanine Fire | B | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Arcanine builds →Flare Blitz 2x187-221%KO | ||
Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Flare Blitz 2x234-276%KO U-turn 2x92-108%KO | ||
Corviknight Steel | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Corviknight builds →Fly 2x119-141%KO U-turn 2x62-74% | ||
 Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Chandelure builds →Overheat 2x261-308%KO Smog 2x42-50% | ||
Golisopod BugWater | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Golisopod builds →First Impression 2x160-189%KO Venoshock 2x44-52% Icy Wind 2x38-45% | ||
Centiskorch FireBug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Centiskorch builds →Flame Wheel 2x101-119%KO Bug Bite 2x101-119%KO Venoshock 2x59-70% | ||
 Turtonator FireDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Turtonator builds →Shell Trap 2x208-245%KO Venoshock 2x61-71% | ||
Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Chandelure builds →Overheat 2x266-313%KO Smog 2x42-50% | ||
Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Flare Blitz 2x238-281%KO U-turn 2x93-110%KO | ||
 Eternatus PoisonDragon | S | |
Obtain MethodEnergy Plant Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Eternatus builds →Venoshock 2x134-159%KO Flamethrower 2x123-145%KO Fly 2x79-93% | ||
 Braviary Normal | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Braviary builds →Sky Attack 2x248-292%KO U-turn 2x83-98% | ||
Turtonator FireDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Turtonator builds →Shell Trap 2x208-245%KO Venoshock 2x61-71% | ||
Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Chandelure builds →Overheat 2x266-313%KO Smog 2x42-50% | ||
Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Flare Blitz 2x238-281%KO U-turn 2x93-110%KO | ||
Eternatus PoisonDragon | S | |
Obtain MethodEnergy Plant Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Eternatus builds →Venoshock 2x134-159%KO Flamethrower 2x123-145%KO Fly 2x79-93% | ||
Braviary Normal | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Braviary builds →Sky Attack 2x248-292%KO U-turn 2x83-98% | ||
Turtonator FireDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Turtonator builds →Shell Trap 2x208-245%KO Venoshock 2x61-71% | ||
Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Chandelure builds →Overheat 2x266-313%KO Smog 2x42-50% | ||
Darmanitan Fire | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Darmanitan builds →Flare Blitz 2x238-281%KO U-turn 2x93-110%KO | ||
Eternatus PoisonDragon | S | |
Obtain MethodEnergy Plant Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Eternatus builds →Venoshock 2x134-159%KO Flamethrower 2x123-145%KO Fly 2x79-93% | ||
Braviary Normal | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Braviary builds →Sky Attack 2x248-292%KO U-turn 2x83-98% | ||
In Sword & Shield, Cinderace's U-turn hits Gossifleur for 42-50%. Weavile's Ice Shard hits Gossifleur for 38-45%.
 Cinderace Fire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLibero ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Cinderace builds →Sucker Punch21-25% High Jump Kick39-46% U Turn 2x42-50% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Weavile builds →Knock Off30-36% Ice Shard 2x38-45% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Volcarona builds →Psychic33-39% | ||
 Nidoking PoisonGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gossifleur View Nidoking builds →Ice Beam 2x59-69% Flamethrower 2x59-69% | ||
Gossifleur Evolutions
One evolution ahead. Gossifleur grows into Eldegoss through a straightforward two-stage chain. A decent partner pool 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 50 breeding partners from the Plant egg group. Pass egg moves like Growth, Leech Seed, Poison Powder and 3 more to offspring.
SwSh 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.
Best Build
Gossifleur best EVs are Sp. Def and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Protect
- Aromatherapy
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Moves List
Without breeding, Gossifleur misses out on Growth and Leech Seed. That's 6 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Leaf Storm and Solar Beam, with Normal and Bug coverage rounding things out.
How to Read the Moves Table
Tabs
- Level-Up
- Learned by leveling up.
- TM
- Taught by a Technical Machine.
- Egg
- Inherited via breeding.
- Tutor
- NPC tutor (cost: items, BP, money).
- Reminder
- An NPC reteaches any move this Pokemon could have learned by leveling up.
- Transfer
- Carried over from an older game using Pokemon HOME.
- Event
- Given out through Mystery Gift events.
Visual Signals
CAT (Category)
How the move deals damage and which stats it uses.
A small dot on the icon's corner marks the move as contact. That triggers abilities like Static, Flame Body, Rough Skin, or Iron Barbs, plus items like Rocky Helmet and Sticky Barb.
Tier (S to D)
Each move's competitive rank in RankedBoost's system. TM, Egg, and Tutor sort by tier by default (best first). On Level-Up, click the Tier header to do the same.
PWR (Power)
Base damage. Numbers shown in a type color include STAB (base × 1.5). Hover any colored number to see the math.
— means no power (status moves) or variable power.
Sorting & Filter
Click any column header to sort. Level-Up opens with Lv 1 at the top. TM, Egg, and Tutor open with the highest-tier moves at the top.
Search filters by move name or type. The Filter button limits the list to STAB, Physical, Special, or Status moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Base Stats
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Gossifleur Sword & Shield Guide
For Sword & Shield, 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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