Mid-stage Pokemon like Gothorita rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Gothitelle, which is where the real potential kicks in. The stat spread leans into special offense. Part of the Gen 5 roster.
Nothing fancy in Gothorita's spread. It leans special with Sp. Def out front. And you'll get 2 Sp. Def EVs per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It’s said that when stars shine in the night sky, this Pokémon will spirit away sleeping children. Some call it the Witch of Punishment.
On nights when the stars shine, this Pokémon’s psychic power is at its strongest. It’s unknown just what link Gothorita has to the greater universe.
Gothorita Weakness
VulnerableGothorita's Psychic typing leaves it vulnerable to Bug, Ghost, and Dark moves. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
Gothorita sits between Gothita and Gothitelle in this three-stage line. Not the final form yet. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via one egg group. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+20 from Gothita). The final form adds another 100 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Gothorita to get Gothita eggs easily using 51 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Fake Out, Heal Pulse, Mean Look and 2 more.
Best Build
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The natural movepool does the job, but Fake Out and Heal Pulse from the egg pool give Gothorita something extra.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Gothorita appears at high spawn rates across 4 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Gothorita in Sword & Shield
Gothita is your first catch on the way to Gothorita. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 28-65 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GothitaEFFORTLESSGiant's Cap - 2OverworldLv.28-3050%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's CapOverworldLv.28-3040%MidHeavy FogEASYFrostpoint FieldGrassLv.60-6520%PostIceHeavy FogEASYSlippery SlopeGrassLv.60-6518%PostHeavy Fog
Step 2Gothorita ✓EFFORTLESSGiant's Cap - 3OverworldLv.29-3250%MidHeavy FogMODERATEDusty BowlOverworldLv.42-4710%LateHeavy FogMODERATEFrostpoint FieldOverworldLv.60-6510%PostIceHeavy FogMODERATESlippery SlopeOverworldLv.60-6510%PostHeavy Fogor evolve from Gothita (Step 1)
At 390 BST, Gothorita is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Gothitelle before bringing it to any serious fight.
Gothita evolves into Gothorita at level 32. Gothorita evolves into Gothitelle at level 41. Gothorita is a middle-stage evolution in the Gothita line.
Frisk reveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle — that's the one you want on Gothorita. Shadow Tag is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Competitive works too if your team needs something different.
Gothorita is a special attacker with base 75 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Gothorita appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Since Black & White, Gothorita has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Gothorita has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A