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It [[evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Gourgeist}} when {{DL|Trade|Pokémon that evolve when traded|traded}}.
It [[evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Gourgeist}} when {{DL|Trade|Pokémon that evolve when traded|traded}}.


Pumpkaboo comes in {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist|four different variations}}: '''Small Size''', '''Average Size''', '''Large Size''', and '''Super Size'''.
Pumpkaboo has four different [[#Form data|forms]]: '''Small Size''', '''Average Size''', '''Large Size''', and '''Super Size'''.


==Biology==
==Biology==
[[File:Jessie Pumpkaboo flashing lights.png|thumb|left|250px|[[Jessie's Pumpkaboo]] flashing light from the holes in her body]]
[[File:Jessie Pumpkaboo flashing lights.png|thumb|left|250px|[[Jessie's Pumpkaboo]] flashing light from the holes in her body]]
Pumpkaboo is a ghostly {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that varies dramatically in size. Encasing its lower body is a pinkish pumpkin with a pair of nubby legs. Carved into the pumpkin is a pair of circular holes that glow yellow-orange. Pumpkaboo's shadowy black body pokes out of the top of the pumpkin. It has glowing yellow eyes, a pair of fangs in its upper jaw, and pointed ears that curve slightly. On top of its head is a long tuft of fur that curls tightly at the tip. A collar of furry-looking tufts hangs over the edge of the pumpkin.
Pumpkaboo is a ghostly pumpkin-like {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that varies dramatically in size. Encasing its lower body is a pinkish pumpkin with a pair of nubby legs. Carved into the pumpkin is a pair of circular holes that glow yellow-orange. Pumpkaboo's shadowy black body pokes out of the top of the pumpkin. It has glowing yellow eyes, a pair of fangs in its upper jaw, and pointed ears that curve slightly. On top of its head is a long tuft of fur that curls tightly at the tip. A collar of furry-looking tufts hangs over the edge of the pumpkin.


Pumpkaboo becomes active after dark. The holes in its body can glow and illuminate the way for travelers in the dark. It is said that it also carries wandering spirits to the afterlife by storing the spirits with its body. However, its own spirit is trapped in this world. Pumpkaboo can hypnotize and control any humans or Pokémon. It does this task by releasing streams of light from the holes in the pumpkin.
Pumpkaboo becomes active after dark. The holes in its body can glow and illuminate the way for travelers in the dark. It is said that it also carries wandering spirits to the afterlife by storing the spirits in its body. However, its own spirit is trapped in this world. Pumpkaboo can hypnotize and control any humans or Pokémon. It does this task by releasing streams of light from the holes in the pumpkin.


Pumpkaboo and its evolved form {{p|Gourgeist}} are the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of learning the move {{m|Trick-or-Treat}}.
Pumpkaboo and its evolved form {{p|Gourgeist}} are the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of learning the move {{m|Trick-or-Treat}}.
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The size of Pumpkaboo is said to be the product of the number of lost souls that lingered in the area where it was formed. When taking spirits to the afterlife, small Pumpkaboo prefer the spirits of children to those of adults. Supersized Pumpkaboo are very partial to the spirits of people who were of similarly superior proportions.
The size of Pumpkaboo is said to be the product of the number of lost souls that lingered in the area where it was formed. When taking spirits to the afterlife, small Pumpkaboo prefer the spirits of children to those of adults. Supersized Pumpkaboo are very partial to the spirits of people who were of similarly superior proportions.
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===Form data===
Pumpkaboo have four different forms, each named after their respective size: Small Size, Average Size, Large Size, and Super Size. Its size is maintained through [[evolution]] into {{p|Gourgeist}} and cannot be changed. Larger sizes of Pumpkaboo are rarer to encounter in the {{pkmn2|wild}}.
The different sizes of Pumpkaboo have different [[base stats]]. With each increase in size, Pumpkaboo's base {{stat|HP}} stat increases by 5 points, while its base {{stat|Speed}} stat decreases by 5 points. Consequently, its base stat total does not vary with size.
[[Pokémon breeding|Bred]] Pumpkaboo are the same size as their mother, or the same size as the Pumpkaboo or Gourgeist parent if bred with {{p|Ditto}}.
In the wild, Super Size Pumpkaboo will always hold a [[Miracle Seed]], whereas other sizes will never hold an [[item]] in the wild. Super Size variants have different, lower-pitched [[Cry|cries]] than the other forms, and were also the only Pokémon to have the XXL [[Size and weight variation#Pokémon GO|size designation]] in {{g|GO}} prior to the addition of XXL and XXS sizes for all species.
Previously, only Average Size and Super Size Pumpkaboo could have its [[Hidden Ability]] {{a|Insomnia}}. Average Size can be obtained with its Hidden Ability from the [[Friend Safari]], and Super Size could be obtained with its Hidden Ability from {{pkmn2|event}}s. Since Version 1.2.0 of {{g|Sword and Shield}}, all sizes can be obtained with their Hidden Abilities via [[Ability Patch]]es.
The different sizes of Pumpkaboo do not use different menu sprites, except in {{g|HOME}}.
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* A Super Size Pumpkaboo has a different cry from its other three forms, which is pitched lower.
===Origin===
===Origin===
Pumpkaboo appears to be based on a {{wp|pumpkin}}, specifically the ones carved into {{wp|jack-o'-lantern}}s for {{wp|Halloween}}. Pumpkins are also known for their variety of sizes, possibly contributing to the four sizes Pumpkaboo comes in. Considering its fangs, black upper body, and affiliation with Halloween, it may also be based on bats or black cats, which are also associated with the holiday.
Pumpkaboo appears to be based on a {{wp|pumpkin}}, specifically the ones carved into {{wp|jack-o'-lantern}}s for {{wp|Halloween}}. Pumpkins are also known for their variety of sizes, possibly contributing to the four sizes Pumpkaboo comes in. Considering its fangs, black upper body, and affiliation with Halloween, it may also be based on bats or black cats, which are also associated with the holiday.
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