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Eldegoss Guide: Builds and Best Items

Pokemon UNITE - Eldegoss Guide Builds Best Items and Moveset

The best guide on how to play Eldegoss in Pokemon UNITE for Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Check here for the best builds, Held and Battle items, movesets, as well as the latest nerfs, buffs, counters, matchups, and more!

Eldegoss Latest Nerfs & Buffs (4/16)

Version 1.14.1.5 Patch Notes

Eldegoss Move Changes (April 16)
Standard Attack Image
Standard Attack (Boosted Attack)
• Movement speed reduction decreased from 30% to 20%.
• Movement speed reduction duration decreased from 1.5s to 1s.
Pollen Puff Image
Pollen Puff
• Damage reduced by 15%.
Pollen Puff Image
Pollen Puff
+
• Damage reduction effect decreased from 20% to 15%.
Cotton Cloud Crash Image
Cotton Cloud Crash
• Damage decreased by 13%~17% (Level 9~15).

Standard Attack

1.3.1.2 Boosted Attack: Decreased Movement Speed Bug Fix
1.7.1.9 Boosted Attack: Buffed the slow effect on the opponent Pokemon.
1.14.1.5 Boosted Attack: Movement speed reduction decreased from 30% to 20%. Movement speed reduction duration decreased from 1.5s to 1s.

Cotton Guard

1.2.1.3 Fixed a bug affecting the HP recovery when the move ends.
1.1.1.4 Move cooldown increased from 7s to 9s. Move HP restoration decreased from 740 to 444 (-40%).
1.4.1.7 Effects weakened.
1.7.1.9 Shield effect increased.
1.9.1.2 Cooldown increased from 9s to 10.5s.

Cotton Spore

1.3.1.7 Damage dealt increased from 1332 to 1537 (+15%). Cooldown reduced from 7.5s to 6s. Duration of effects on opposing Pokemon increased. Effects on the user strengthened.
1.1.1.4 Move cooldown decreased from 10s to 7.5s.

Cotton Cloud Crash

1.1.1.4 Move HP restoration decreased 3581 to 2868 (-20%).
1.4.1.7 Recharge rate increased from 134s to 109s.
1.7.1.9 UNITE Gauge now fills up more easily. Static cooldown decreased from 111s to 98s. (-13s)
1.14.1.5 Damage decreased by 13%~17% (Level 9~15).

Leaf Tornado

1.3.1.7 Damage dealt decreased from 1518 to 1034 (-38%)
1.2.1.3 Improved the move's effects and adjusted the move to match the feel of the controls.

Pollen Puff

1.7.1.9 HP recovery amount increased. Cooldown reduced from 5s to 4s. (-1s)
1.12.1.6 Healing reduced by 15%.
1.14.1.5 Damage reduced by 15%. Pollen Puff +: Damage reduction effect decreased from 20% to 15%.

Eldegoss Basic Info

Eldegoss
Eldegoss.jpg
Tier Rating: A Rank Icon

Role: Supporter
Attack Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Difficulty: Novice
Cost:
"Eldegoss is a master supporter that can restore its allies’ HP and boost their movement speed."

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Eldegoss Best Lanes

Top Icon.pngTop Jungle Icon.pngJungle Bot Icon.pngBottom
4 Stars.png
1 Star.png
5 Stars.png

Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths Weaknesses
✔︎ Strong sustain through heals and shields.
✔︎ Can grant increased movement speed to allies.
✔︎ Good attack range.
✖︎ Requires good positioning and foresight to be effective in combat.
✖︎ Support moves are outshined by other Supporters in the roster.

Best Builds for Eldegoss

Eldegoss Builds

Healer Build

Healer Build
Pokemon UNITE - Best Build Icon
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Defense: +30
Sp. Def: +30
Movement Speed: +150
HP: +690
HP Recovery: +18
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Sp. Atk
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Defense
Sp. Def
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Healer Build Explanation

This build is centered on healing and shielding allies using Pollen Puff and Cotton Guard.

  • Exp. Share is Eldegoss' main support item, making leveling up for itself and its lane partner faster in the early game. It also increases the Pokemon's movement speed for better mobility.
  • Resonant Guard allows Eldegoss to passively generate additional shields for its allies whenever it deals damage. It also gives a decent amount of HP and HP regeneration.
  • Focus Band improves Eldegoss' durability through increased defenses and acts as a survivability tool.
  • Buddy Barrier can be a replacement for Focus Band for an additional source of shielding during teamfights and more HP for Eldegoss.
  • X Speed gives Eldegoss a versatile mobility tool for offense or defense.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems to maximize Eldegoss' move damage and 7 Black Emblems for cooldown reduction. This can be achieved by equipping at least 3 Emblems that are both green and black.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk to maximize Eldegoss' move healing and damage.
  • Attack, Critical-Hit Rate, Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Utility Build

Utility Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +15
Attack Speed: +7.50%
Movement Speed: +150
HP: +690
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Sp. Atk
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Defense
Sp. Def
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Utility Build Explanation

This is a flexible build with a good balance of offense and defense. It's centered on healing allies and damaging enemies with Pollen Puff and Cotton Spore.

  • Muscle Band improves Eldegoss' attacks via increased damage and attack speed, which also synergizes well with the Pokemon's Boosted Attacks.
  • Exp. Share is Eldegoss' main support item, making leveling up for itself and its lane partner faster in the early game. It also increases the Pokemon's movement speed for better mobility.
  • Buddy Barrier makes Eldegoss more durable via an HP boost. It also serves as a teamfight tool.
  • Rapid-Fire Scarf can be a great replacement for Muscle Band, giving Eldegoss a massive attack speed boost every few seconds, which also goes well with its Boosted Attacks.
  • Eject Button gives Eldegoss a quick repositioning tool to set up Cotton Spore, but it's also a great mobility tool in general.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems to maximize Eldegoss' move damage and 7 Black Emblems for cooldown reduction. This can be achieved by equipping at least 3 Emblems that are both green and black.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk to maximize Eldegoss' move healing and damage.
  • Attack, Critical-Hit Rate, Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Utility Build Damage and Healing Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Boosted Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band 306 615

Since it's a flexible build, equipping items that will maximize one aspect of Eldegoss is the ideal item combination. Exp. Share and Buddy Barrier are core items for the build, leaving only one (1) item for consideration.

As the results show, for a build focusing more on attack damage, equipping Muscle Band will produce the best outcome for Eldegoss. The item's HP-based bonus damage and increased attack speed goes well with Eldegoss' Boosted Attack effect.

As for alternatives, replacing Muscle Band with Rapid-Fire Scarf would be the best option. Although the item does less damage than Muscle Band, its rapid attack speed bonus makes up for it in terms of DPS.

For a build focused more on move damage, equipping Choice Specs will generate the best results.

For alternatives, replacing Choice Specs with Slick Spoon would be the best choice.

On the other hand, for better healing, equipping Sp. Atk. Specs will maximize the Pokemon's healing. However, it does require Eldegoss to fully-stack the item first to get the maximum healing.

For alternatives, replacing Sp. Atk. Specs with Wise Glasses would be the ideal choice. The item produced the second best healing results and is only slightly lower than Sp. Atk. Specs.


These damage tests are conducted in Practice Mode with Goodra as the Training Partner. The Pokemon is set to level 15 and has no items equipped. The results are taken by substracting the Pokemon's max HP and its HP after taking damage.

The healing results are taken from the floating green texts above the Pokemon when it's healed.

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Pollen Puff
(Healing)
(@ Lvl 15)
Pollen Puff
(Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Cotton Spore
(@ Lvl 15)
Wise Glasses 1904
747
909
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
1960
676
935
Choice Specs
(Include Effect)
1818
898
1057
Slick Spoon 1802
781
949
Items
(@Lvl 30)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Boosted Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band 306 615
Rapid-Fire Scarf 161 476
Wise Glasses 155 518
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
155 535
Choice Specs
(Include Effect)
155 495
Slick Spoon 155 540

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Offense Build

Offense Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +27
Defense: +30
Sp. Def: +30
Attack Speed: +16.50%
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Sp. Atk
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Defense
Sp. Def
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Offense Build Explanation

This is a high offense build centered on utilizing Eldegoss' Boosted Attack effect, increasing the Pokemon's attacks on inflicted targets, and the movement speed bonus from Leaf Tornado and Cotton Spore. However, Eldegoss won't be able to support its allies through healing and shielding anymore with this build.

  • Muscle Band improves Eldegoss' attacks via increased damage and attack speed, which also synergizes well with the Pokemon's Boosted Attacks.
  • Rapid-Fire Scarf further improves Eldegoss' attacks through a massive attack speed boost every few seconds.
  • Focus Band increases Eldegoss' durability through increased defenses and a healing tool.
  • Slick Spoon can be a great replacement for Rapid-Fire Scarf, giving more emphasis on move damage.
  • X Attack provides Eldegoss with an active source of damage boost whenever it needs it, particularly for its attacks.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems to maximize Eldegoss' move damage and 7 Black Emblems for cooldown reduction. This can be achieved by equipping at least 3 Emblems that are both green and black.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk to maximize Eldegoss' move healing and damage.
  • Attack, Critical-Hit Rate, Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Offense Build Damage Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Boosted Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band
+
Rapid-Fire Scarf
312 615

Since the build is centered on Eldegoss' attacks, equipping items that will maximize it is the ideal item combination. Focus Band is a core item for the build, leaving only two (2) items for consideration.

As the results show, Muscle Band and Rapid-Fire Scarf will produce the best outcome for Eldegoss. The item combination generated the best results for Standard Attack while still having a decent score for Boosted Attack.

As for alternatives, replacing Rapid-Fire Scarf with Slick Spoon would be the ideal choice. The item combination has only a slightly lower Standard Attack result but scored the highest for Boosted Attack. It also improves Eldegoss' move damage by default thanks to Slick Spoon's Sp. Atk. bonus and defense penetration effect.


These damage tests are conducted in Practice Mode with Goodra as the Training Partner. The Pokemon is set to level 15 and has no items equipped. The results are taken by substracting the Pokemon's max HP and its HP after taking damage.

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Boosted Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band
+
Rapid-Fire Scarf
312 615
Muscle Band
+
Wise Glasses
306 657
Muscle Band
+
Choice Specs
306 643
Muscle Band
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
306 634
Muscle Band
+
Slick Spoon
306 678
Rapid-Fire Scarf
+
Wise Glasses
161 518
Rapid-Fire Scarf
+
Choice Specs
161 495
Rapid-Fire Scarf
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
161 535
Rapid-Fire Scarf
+
Slick Spoon
161 540
Wise Glasses
+
Choice Specs
155 540
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
155 583
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
155 589
Choice Specs
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
155 555
Choice Specs
+
Slick Spoon
155 560
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
+
Slick Spoon
155 605

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Eldegoss Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Items

Item Explanation
Exp. Share.pngExp. Share Exp. Share's extra passive EXP gives Eldegoss a chance to level up without the need to farm. Aditionally, the bonus to HP and movement speed increases the Pokemon's survivability.
Buddy Barrier.pngBuddy Barrier Buddy Barrier increases Eldegoss' HP while also giving it more shields when it uses its unite move.
Focus Band.pngFocus Band Focus band gives Eldegoss more defenses so it can sustain more hits before needing to retreat. This item also allows the Pokemon to recover HP when it gets dangerously low.
Wise Glasses.pngWise Glasses Wise Glasses further increases Eldegoss' high Sp. Attack Stat, increasing the effectiveness of the Pokemon's support moves.
Muscle Band.pngMuscle Band Muscle Band adds extra damage to Eldegoss' Standard Attacks, allowing the Pokemon to consistently pressure opponents with its ranged damage.
Rapid-Fire Scarf.pngRapid-Fire Scarf Rapid-Fire Scarf's attack speed effect works great with Eldegoss' Boosted Attack effect, increasing its DPS through its attacks.
Slick Spoon.pngSlick Spoon Slick Spoon increases Eldegoss' Sp. Atk. and HP stats, which is useful for a Supporter. It also allows its moves to ignore a portion of the target's Sp. Def.
Rescue Hood.pngRescue Hood Rescue Hood improves all of Eldegoss' healing and shielding moves by increasing their effects. It also increases the Pokemon's defenses, making it more durable.
Resonant Guard.pngResonant Guard Resonant Guard allows Eldegoss to generate additional shields for its allies whenever it deals damage to opponents, which works great during teamfights.

List of Held Items

Best Battle Items

Item Explanation
Eject Button.pngEject Button Eject Button mainly plays as a defensive item that allows Eldegoss to get away from danger.
X Speed.pngX Speed X Speed provides a consistent way to increase Eldegoss' movement speed so you can catch up with your allies. It also allows you to get out of hindrances that the enemy team inflicts
X Attack.pngX Attack For aggressive playstyles, X Attack increases Eldegoss' damage output without affecting your item loadout. The item can help you contribute more damage while only using Standard Attacks from afar.

List of Battle Items

Best Moveset

Move Explanation
Cotton Guard ImageCotton Guard Cotton Guard is purely a support move that heals and shields Eldegoss and its allies.
Pollen Puff ImagePollen Puff Polen Puff is a versatile move that allows Eldegoss to make both offensive and defensive plays. The move is a great engine for damage an HP recovery.

This moveset makes Eldegoss into a pure healer. Pollen Puff can heal allies and damage opponents simultaneously, which also allows Eldegoss to have great synergy with a lot of other Pokemon. Cotton Guard is a straightforward support move that heals and shields Eldegoss and its allies.

Learning Leaf Tornado over Pollen Puff trades healing for utility, giving the team the opportunity to traverse areas faster. For a more offensive plystyle, learn Cotton Spore together with Pollen Puff and take advantage of Eldegoss' ranged attacks.

Which Moveset Do You Think is Best for Eldegoss?

Leaf Tornado & Cotton Spore 0
Votes
Leaf Tornado & Cotton Guard 7
Votes
Pollen Puff & Cotton Spore 36
Votes
Pollen Puff & Cotton Guard 22
Votes

Let us know why in the comments!

Previous Poll Result

Leaf Tornado & Cotton Spore 13
Votes
Leaf Tornado & Cotton Guard 7
Votes
Pollen Puff & Cotton Spore 15
Votes
Pollen Puff & Cotton Guard 37
Votes

How to Play Eldegoss

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Give Wild Pokemon to Lane Partner at the Start

It's best to let Eldegoss' lane partner to get the wild Pokemon in the lane at the start of the match, especially if Eldegoss is equipped with Exp. Share. Eldegoss needs to head straight for the wild Pokemon located near the jungle entrances at the start, allowing its lane partner to get all the exp. in the lane.

Note:
Eldegoss will still gain exp. passively even if it's not attacking wild Pokemon.

Be Aware of Positioning

Positioning is crucial in Eldegoss' gameplay due to how its moves work. Generally, it's best for Eldegoss to stay near or behind its allies as it continuously provides support via heals and shields. Getting caught out of position makes Eldegoss a vulnerable target for opponents.

Utilize Cotton Down

Luckily, Eldegoss' ability, Cotton Down, heals the Pokemon and increases its movement speed when it receives a certain amount of damage, giving it a chance to survive.

Cotton Down: Eldegoss Ability Effect and Cooldown

Utilize the Effects from Boosted Attacks

Eldegoss' Boosted Attacks attach a bit of cotton fluff on the target. The Pokemon's basic attacks against targets with cotton fluff deal increased damage and applies a slow. Utilize Eldegoss' Boosted Attacks to provide allies with some offensive support during fights.

Place Pollen Puff Strategically

When using Pollen Puff, be sure to place it where it will be the most effective. In most cases, placing it on an ally will be the best, especially if they're melee. However, there are situations where placing it on an enemy or even on Eldegoss itself is necessary. Make sure to read the situation and react strategically when using Pollen Puff.

Moreover, remember that Eldegoss can pick up Pollen Puff from the ground just by going near it. This can be useful for situations where Pollen Puff missed its intended target.

Tip:
Placing Pollen Puff on Pokemon that can create illusions, such as Greninja, allows Eldegoss to essentially detect the real target.

Pollen Puff: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown

Prioritize Low-HP Allies When Using Cotton Guard

It's best to prioritize using Cotton Guard on allies that are low on HP to give them a chance to escape and reset the fight.

Cotton Guard: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown

Utilize Leaf Tornado's Movement Speed Buff

Although Leaf Tornado deals damage, its best feature is its movement speed buff. Allies that step on the tornado's path gains increased movement speed for a duration. This effect can be useful for chasing opponents, escaping fights, or just traversing the map faster.

Tip:
Make sure to aim Leaf Tornado towards the desired direction. For example, when chasing opponents, aim Leaf Tornado towards the opponent's direction so Eldegoss and its allies gains the buff.

Leaf Tornado: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown

Displace Opponents with Cotton Spore

On top of dealing damage, Cotton Spore also slows and throws enemies. These effects can be extremely disruptive during fights, especially since the move has a large area of effect. Furthermore, the move also increases Eldegoss' movement speed, allowing the Pokemon to quickly get into the best possible position before the explosion.

Cotton Spore: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown

Land On Allies and Opponents with Cotton Cloud Crash

Cotton Cloud Crash has Eldegoss float into the air. If the move is used again or after a set amount of time passes, Eldegoss forcefully lands on its current position, dealing damage to enemies and healing allies within its area of effect. To maximize the move's effectiveness, it's best to land on the spot where most allies and opponents are located.

Cotton Cloud Crash: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown

Utilize the Invincible Status Effect

Upon activation, Eldegoss gains the invincible status effect, becoming immune to damage. Eldegoss can utilize this effect in certain situations to survive or turn the fight around.

Progression and Leveling Guide

Top or Bottom Lane Guide

Level 1 to 4

  • Secure as many Wild Pokemon as you can and get EXP to reach level 4.
  • Once at level 4, learn either Leaf Tornado or Pollen Puff.
  • Continue to farm wild Pokemon and level up, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents.

Level 5 to 9

  • Once at level 6, learn either Cotton Spore for damage or Cotton Guard for healing, and keep supporting allies.
  • Continue to farm wild Pokemon, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents to level up.
  • Help your allies secure Regieleki and/or Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.
  • Once at level 9, learn Cotton Cloud Crash to get all moves.

Level 10+

  • Stick with allies to defend or push lanes, secure objectives, and win teamfights.
  • Reach at least level 13 on or before Rayquaza spawns for a full-upgraded moveset.
  • Help your allies win a teamfight and secure Rayquaza.
  • After securing Rayquaza, just score points to gain the score lead, then immediately return to base and just defend the remaining goal zones until the match ends.

Eldegoss Combos

Defensive Combo

Defensive Combo
Pollen Puff IconCotton Guard IconStandard Attack Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Eldegoss Defensive Combo
Pollen PuffCotton GuardStandard Attack
This is Eldegoss' bread and butter combo. This seemingly simple combo has a lot of effects going on at the same time. Latching the Pollen Puff on allied or enemy targets gives them a guaranteed heal burst after a couple of seconds, healing other allies and damaging enemies within its radius. After Latching Pollen Puff on an ally, use Cotton Guard immediately after to give everyone shields which will increase their survivability for Pollen Puff to pop and regain their lost health. Cotton Guard can also grant Movement Speed Up once you get the final upgrade, further improving the potency of this combo.

Ultimate Cotton Crash Push Combo

Ultimate Cotton Crash Push Combo
Cotton Cloud Crash IconLeaf Tornado IconCotton Spore Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Eldegoss Ultimate Cotton Crash Push
This is an aggressive combo that shoves all nearby enemies in the area when Eldegoss crashes down using its Unite Move. Get close and activate Cotton Cloud Crash. Position your landing that the resulting knockback shoves enemies into your team. Once you've landed, aim the Leaf Tornado towards the enemies to Slow them and prevent an easy escape while also giving you and your team increased movement speed. Finally, activate Cotton Spore while charging at the enemy to stun them in place for your teammates.

Matchups & Counters for Eldegoss

Eldegoss Matchups

Hard Counter
AbsolAegislashAlolan NinetalesAzumarillBlastoiseBlazikenBuzzwoleChandelureCinderaceCramorantCrustleDecidueyeDelphoxDodrioDragapultDragoniteEspeonFalinksGarchompGardevoirGengarGlaceonGreninjaGyaradosInteleonLaprasLeafeonLucarioMachampMamoswineMega Mewtwo XMega Mewtwo YMeowscaradaMetagrossMewMimikyuMiraidonPikachuSylveonTalonflameTrevenantTyranitarUmbreonUrshifuVenusaurZacianZeraoraZoroark
Fair Matchup
BlisseyCharizardClefableComfeyDuraludonGoodraGreedentHoopaMr. MimeSableyeScizorSlowbroSnorlaxTsareenaWigglytuff
Good Matchup
Matchup Notes
Hard CounterHard Counter Even MatchupEven Matchup Easy MatchupEasy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Eldegoss.
2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered
3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter with a Quick Damage Burst

Eldegoss's defenses are abysmal, but its healing does tend to let it stay alive for much longer. However, a quick damage burst will either force Eldegoss to protect itself or completely back off. With that in mind, any Pokemon that can deal quick bursts of damage will definitely work against it.

Best Counters

Pokemon Explanation
Absol ImageAbsol Rating: ★★★★★
• Can quickly burst down Eldegoss using Night Slash or Pursuit and Psycho Cut or Sucker Punch, and Midnight Slash.
Delphox ImageDelphox Rating: ★★★★
• Can weaken Eldegoss' healing moves using Fanciful Fireworks.
• Can disable Eldegoss with Fire Spin and burst it down with Fire Blast or Mystical Fire.
Buzzwole ImageBuzzwole Rating: ★★★
• Can toss around Eldegoss using Smack Down and Superpower or Leech Life, preventing it from using its moves and bursting it down.

Even Matchups for Eldegoss

Although Eldegoss doesn't do much damage, utilizing Eldegoss' move mechanics and effects strategically can help it win against these Pokemon.

Outheal Their Damage

Ranged, Fragile Pokemon with High Damage
Duraludon Image
How to Beat
• These are ranged Pokemon that can deal high damage. However, Eldegoss' healing and shielding moves can essentially nullify their damage.
• For a defensive strategy, keep using Cotton Guard and/or Pollen Puff to heal and cancel out their damage.
• For an offensive strategy, utilize Leaf Tornado and Cotton Spore's movement speed boost to head straight for them, making sure than Cotton Spore's explosion hits them.
• As a last resort, use Cotton Cloud Crash to avoid damage, then land to shove them back and heal allies.

Slow Them Down and Outheal Their Damage

All-Rounders
Charizard Image Scizor Image Tsareena Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon excel in close combat and rely mostly on their attacks or combos to deal damage. However, they need to approach their targets first to deal damage.
• Slow them by constantly using Eldegoss' Boosted Attacks or Cotton Spore.
• For a defensive strategy, keep using Cotton Guard and/or Pollen Puff to heal and cancel out their damage.
• For an offensive strategy, utilize Leaf Tornado and Cotton Spore's movement speed boost to head straight for them, making sure than Cotton Spore's explosion hits them.
• As a last resort, use Cotton Cloud Crash to avoid damage, then land to shove them back and heal allies.

Be Strategic When Supporting Allies

Supporters
Blissey Image Clefable Image Comfey Image Hoopa Image Mr. Mime Image Sableye Image Wigglytuff Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon have essentially the same gameplay as Eldegoss. They always stick with their allies and support them in fights. They also don't do much fighting and just let their allies deal majority of the damage. The only way for Eldegoss to get the upper hand against them is to be strategic in supporting.
• Keep using Cotton Guard and/or Pollen Puff to heal Eldegoss and its allies.
• Damage, throw, and slow enemies using Cotton Spore.
• Give allies a movement speed boost with Leaf Tornado.
• As a last resort, use Cotton Cloud Crash to avoid damage, then land to shove them back and heal allies.

Group Up With Allies

Defenders
Goodra Image Greedent Image Slowbro Image Snorlax Image
How to Beat
• Defenders are difficult to take down even with an numbers advantage. However, they don't have that much damage to quickly take out Eldegoss or its allies.
• Keep using Cotton Guard and/or Pollen Puff to heal Eldegoss and its allies.
• Damage, throw, and slow enemies using Cotton Spore.
• Give allies a movement speed boost with Leaf Tornado.

Best Teammates for Eldegoss

Pokemon Explanation
Metagross ImageMetagross Urshifu ImageUrshifu Mega Mewtwo X ImageMega Mewtwo X Are Able to Survive Longer in the Frontlines
All-Rounders typically fight in the frontlines as they can deal considerable damage and are durable enough to tank some damage. Eldegoss can prolong their lives in the frontlines and even make them more effective by healing, shielding, and giving them buffs during fights.
Pikachu ImagePikachu Cinderace ImageCinderace Gardevoir ImageGardevoir Benefits from Eldegoss' Healing
Attackers deal high amounts of damage but lack mobility and durability. Eldegoss can cover for their low mobility and durability by healing, shielding, and giving them buffs during fights.
Snorlax ImageSnorlax Slowbro ImageSlowbro Trevenant ImageTrevenant Can Become More Durable
Defenders are the most durable Pokemon in the game. They can tank even more damage with the help of Eldegoss.

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Eldegoss Moves

Move Slot 1 (R)

Leafage ImageLeafage
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 4.5s
Starting Damage: 261
Final Damage: 322
Pelts the target with leaves, decreasing the movement speed of opposing Pokemon for a short time when it hits.
Leaf Tornado ImageLeaf Tornado
(Lv. 4)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 9s
Starting Damage: 523
Inital damage: 419, Tornado damage: 104
Final Damage: 1292
Inital damage: 1034, Tornado damage: 258
Attacks with a tornado of sharp leaves, leaving a path in its wake that increases ally Pokemon's movement speed for a short time.
Upgrade: Also decreases the accuracy of opposing Pokemon for a short time when this move hits.
Pollen Puff ImagePollen Puff
(Lv. 4)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: 291
Final Damage: 1129
Damage over time: 92 x 4, Explosion: 761
Throws a Pollen Puff, which attaches to a Pokemon. The Pollen Puff restores HP for ally Pokemon and deals damage to opposing Pokemon.
Upgrade: If a Pollen Puff attaches to opposing Pokemon, it also deals them damage over time. If a Pollen Puff attaches to ally Pokemon, it also reduces the damage they receive.

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Synthesis ImageSynthesis
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Recovery
Damage Type: Status
Cooldown: 8s
Starting Damage: N/A
Final Damage: N/A
Restores the HP of the user and nearby ally Pokemon.
Cotton Spore ImageCotton Spore
(Lv. 6)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 6s
Starting Damage: 713
Final Damage: 1537
Gathers spores around the user, increasing the user's movement speed while this move is in effect. The spores burst after a short time, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect, throwing them, and decreasing their movement speed for a short time.
Upgrade: Also reduces the damage the user receives while using this move.
Cotton Guard ImageCotton Guard
(Lv. 6)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Buff
Damage Type: Status
Cooldown: 10.5s
Starting Damage: N/A
HP Healed: 111
Final Damage: N/A
HP Healed: 265
Protects the user and nearby ally Pokemon with cotton. The cotton absorbs damage, and when the move ends, the cotton restores some HP.
Upgrade: Increases the user's movement speed while using this move.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Cotton Cloud Crash ImageCotton Cloud Crash
(Lv. 9)
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 98s
Starting Damage: 1184
HP Healed: 1642
Final Damage: 1982
HP Healed: 2686
Has the user float into the air and become invincible. If used again, has the user pound the ground, attacking and shoving opposing Pokemon and restoring HP to ally Pokemon in the area of effect.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack Image Standard Attack Becomes a boosted attack with every third attack, attaching a bit of cotton fluff to opposing Pokemon. The user's basic attacks against an opposing Pokemon with cotton fluff on it deal increased damage and decrease the opposing Pokemon's movement speed for a short time.

Ability (Passive)

Cotton Down ImageCotton Down All Evolution Stages
Damages an opponent and decreases its movement speed for a short time after the Pokemon with this Ability receives a certain amount of damage. When that happens,the Pokemon also recovers HP and has its movement speed increased for a short time.

Eldegoss Stats & Evolutions

Eldegoss Evolutions

1st Evolution Final Evolution
Gossifleur.pngGossifleur
(Lv. 1)
Gossifleur.pngEldegoss
(Lv. 4)

Eldegoss Stats

Level HP Defense Special Defense Attack Damage
1 3278 40 30 130
2 3383 44 33 134
3 3503 48 36 139
4 4114 69 52 162
5 4274 74 56 168
6 4457 80 61 175
7 4668 87 66 183
8 4911 95 72 192
9 5190 104 79 203
10 5511 115 87 215
11 5880 128 96 229
12 6305 142 107 245
13 6794 159 119 264
14 7356 178 133 285
15 8002 200 149 310

Attack Damage is the damage of the Basic Attack as tested against the Training Dummy.

Eldegoss In-Game Stat Listings

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Eldegoss Skins (Holowear)

Holowear
EldegossFashionable StyleFashionable Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
EldegossPurple Unite StylePurple Unite Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
EldegossOrange Unite StyleOrange Unite Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
EldegossSpace StyleSpace Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 400 / Holowear Ticket 20
EldegossBig Ribbon StyleBig Ribbon Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
EldegossPastel StylePastel Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 1200
EldegossPokebuki StylePokebuki Style
EldegossBlue Unite Style (Active)Blue Unite Style (Active)
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350
EldegossSailor StyleSailor Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 400

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Eldegoss Achievements

Cotton Guard Achievement

Cotton Guard
Pokemon Move
Eldegoss ImageEldegoss Cotton Guard ImageCotton Guard
Mission:
In a single battle, protect ally Pokemon with cotton created with Cotton Guard or Cotton Guard+ 15 or more times (5/10/20 battles total)
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Pokemon UNITE - Expert Achievement Medal Expert
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png5
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Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png10
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Last Updated: April 16, 2024
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Comment

29 Edward8 months

This things easy match ups should be expanded to melee attackers with low mobility / few dashes (azumarill, tyranitar, buzzwole ) because the slows from cotton spore + normal boosted attacks are hard for them to deal with. It doesnt even have to go "full offense" to pull it off either really ... The first move can be either. Only cotton spore is mandatory. It still works decent on guys who DO have multiple dashes by spending part of its high HP to make distance.

28 Anonymous10 months

I got Eldegoss as my starting Pokemon, and I don't regret it. Even as a Supporter, it can be quite hard to take down, especially with Pollen Guard. It can be a supportive puff, or it can deal massive damage with Cotton Crash/Amp Energy. Your choice

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