{"id":383131,"date":"2025-08-30T04:40:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T04:40:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=383131"},"modified":"2025-08-30T04:40:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T04:40:26","slug":"was-rotom-once-a-legendary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/","title":{"rendered":"Was Rotom once a legendary?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#Was_Rotom_Once_a_Legendary_Unraveling_the_Mystery_of_the_Plasma_Pokemon\" title=\"Was Rotom Once a Legendary? Unraveling the Mystery of the Plasma Pok\u00e9mon\">Was Rotom Once a Legendary? Unraveling the Mystery of the Plasma Pok\u00e9mon<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#The_Case_for_Rotoms_%E2%80%9CLegendary-ness%E2%80%9D\" title=\"The Case for Rotom&#8217;s &#8220;Legendary-ness&#8221;\">The Case for Rotom&#8217;s &#8220;Legendary-ness&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#Debunking_the_Legendary_Status\" title=\"Debunking the Legendary Status\">Debunking the Legendary Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#Rotom_and_Pseudo-Legendary_Status_A_Closer_Look\" title=\"Rotom and Pseudo-Legendary Status: A Closer Look\">Rotom and Pseudo-Legendary Status: A Closer Look<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Rotom\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Rotom\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Rotom<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#1_What_exactly_is_Rotom\" title=\"1. What exactly is Rotom?\">1. What exactly is Rotom?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#2_How_many_forms_does_Rotom_have\" title=\"2. How many forms does Rotom have?\">2. How many forms does Rotom have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#3_How_do_you_change_Rotoms_form\" title=\"3. How do you change Rotom&#8217;s form?\">3. How do you change Rotom&#8217;s form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#4_Is_Rotom_a_strong_Pokemon_competitively\" title=\"4. Is Rotom a strong Pok\u00e9mon competitively?\">4. Is Rotom a strong Pok\u00e9mon competitively?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#5_Can_Rotom_evolve\" title=\"5. Can Rotom evolve?\">5. Can Rotom evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#6_Is_Rotom_available_in_Pokemon_Scarlet_and_Violet\" title=\"6. Is Rotom available in Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet?\">6. Is Rotom available in Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#7_Can_you_breed_Rotom_in_Scarlet_and_Violet\" title=\"7. Can you breed Rotom in Scarlet and Violet?\">7. Can you breed Rotom in Scarlet and Violet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#8_What_is_the_best_Rotom_form_to_use_in_battle\" title=\"8. What is the best Rotom form to use in battle?\">8. What is the best Rotom form to use in battle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#9_Are_Shiny_Rotom_available\" title=\"9. Are Shiny Rotom available?\">9. Are Shiny Rotom available?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#10_Does_Ash_Ketchum_ever_use_a_Rotom_in_the_anime\" title=\"10. Does Ash Ketchum ever use a Rotom in the anime?\">10. Does Ash Ketchum ever use a Rotom in the anime?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#11_Is_Rotom_a_Mythical_Pokemon\" title=\"11. Is Rotom a Mythical Pok\u00e9mon?\">11. Is Rotom a Mythical Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#12_Is_Rotom_genderless\" title=\"12. Is Rotom genderless?\">12. Is Rotom genderless?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#13_What_is_the_origin_of_Rotoms_name\" title=\"13. What is the origin of Rotom&#8217;s name?\">13. What is the origin of Rotom&#8217;s name?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#14_Is_Rotom_considered_rare\" title=\"14. Is Rotom considered rare?\">14. Is Rotom considered rare?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#15_Does_Rotom_have_any_special_abilities\" title=\"15. Does Rotom have any special abilities?\">15. Does Rotom have any special abilities?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/#Conclusion_Rotom_%E2%80%93_A_Special_Pokemon_Not_a_Legendary_One\" title=\"Conclusion: Rotom &#8211; A Special Pok\u00e9mon, Not a Legendary One\">Conclusion: Rotom &#8211; A Special Pok\u00e9mon, Not a Legendary One<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Was_Rotom_Once_a_Legendary_Unraveling_the_Mystery_of_the_Plasma_Pokemon\"><\/span>Was Rotom Once a Legendary? Unraveling the Mystery of the Plasma Pok\u00e9mon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The short answer is no, <strong>Rotom was never officially designated as a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> by the Pok\u00e9mon Company. However, the circumstances surrounding its introduction in <em>Pok\u00e9mon Diamond and Pearl<\/em> led to widespread confusion and the persistent myth that it held a legendary status. This article delves into the reasons behind this misconception, examining Rotom&#8217;s unique characteristics and comparing them to those of actual Legendary and Pseudo-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Case_for_Rotoms_%E2%80%9CLegendary-ness%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>The Case for Rotom&#8217;s &#8220;Legendary-ness&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Several factors contributed to the idea that Rotom was a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Uniqueness:<\/strong> Rotom is a single encounter Pok\u00e9mon in <em>Diamond and Pearl<\/em>, found only at the Old Chateau at night. This rarity, reminiscent of some Legendary encounters, immediately set it apart from common Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Legendary Music:<\/strong> The battle music that plays when encountering Rotom is the same track used for Legendary Pok\u00e9mon battles in <em>Diamond and Pearl<\/em>. This auditory cue strongly suggested a connection to the Legendary pantheon.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Pok\u00e9dex Mislabeling:<\/strong> As noted in the original article, the <em>Diamond and Pearl Pok\u00e9dex Book<\/em> reportedly labels Rotom as a Legendary. While the veracity of this claim is often debated, its existence contributed to the confusion. Furthermore, the Rotom is often referred to as a &#8220;Legendary&#8221; in the fanbase as a short hand and joke due to its popularity and unique form changes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Intriguing Backstory:<\/strong> The Old Chateau itself is shrouded in mystery and ghost stories, adding to Rotom&#8217;s aura of intrigue. The location and its lore further elevated Rotom beyond a typical wild encounter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Debunking_the_Legendary_Status\"><\/span>Debunking the Legendary Status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite these points, solid evidence confirms that Rotom is <em>not<\/em> a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Breedability:<\/strong> Legendary Pok\u00e9mon are almost universally unable to breed. Rotom, however, <em>can<\/em> breed with Ditto, producing more Rotom eggs. This single fact definitively excludes it from the Legendary category.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Base Stats:<\/strong> Legendary Pok\u00e9mon generally boast significantly higher base stats than regular Pok\u00e9mon. Rotom&#8217;s base stat total, even after its form changes, does not reach the levels typically associated with Legendaries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Official Classification:<\/strong> The Pok\u00e9mon Company has never officially designated Rotom as a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon. It lacks the characteristic traits and designation that define the category.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rotom_and_Pseudo-Legendary_Status_A_Closer_Look\"><\/span>Rotom and Pseudo-Legendary Status: A Closer Look<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The original article mentions Rotom within the context of &#8220;Pseudo-Legendary&#8221; Pok\u00e9mon. So, could Rotom be a Pseudo-Legendary?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pseudo-Legendary Defined:<\/strong> Pseudo-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon are those that possess three-stage evolutions and a base stat total of 600. Examples include Dragonite, Tyranitar, and Garchomp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rotom&#8217;s Ineligibility:<\/strong> Rotom does not meet the criteria for Pseudo-Legendary status. It lacks the three-stage evolution line and the 600 base stat total.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A Unique Case:<\/strong> Rotom is more appropriately categorized as a unique, powerful Pok\u00e9mon with interesting mechanics but without falling into either Legendary or Pseudo-Legendary classifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Rotom\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Rotom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_exactly_is_Rotom\"><\/span>1. What exactly <em>is<\/em> Rotom?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rotom is an Electric\/Ghost-type Pok\u00e9mon first introduced in <em>Pok\u00e9mon Diamond and Pearl<\/em>. It&#8217;s known for its ability to inhabit and control various appliances, changing its type and appearance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_forms_does_Rotom_have\"><\/span>2. How many forms does Rotom have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rotom has six forms: its base form, and five appliance forms \u2013 Heat Rotom (Oven), Wash Rotom (Washing Machine), Frost Rotom (Refrigerator), Fan Rotom (Fan), and Mow Rotom (Lawnmower).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_do_you_change_Rotoms_form\"><\/span>3. How do you change Rotom&#8217;s form?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The method of changing Rotom&#8217;s form varies by game. In <em>Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum<\/em>, you must access a secret room in the Team Galactic Eterna Building to interact with appliances. Later games offer different methods, often involving special items.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_Rotom_a_strong_Pokemon_competitively\"><\/span>4. Is Rotom a strong Pok\u00e9mon competitively?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely. Rotom&#8217;s various forms offer diverse type combinations and abilities, making it versatile and unpredictable in battle. Certain forms, like Wash Rotom, are particularly popular in competitive play.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_Rotom_evolve\"><\/span>5. Can Rotom evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Rotom does not evolve. Its forms are alternate appearances, not stages of evolution.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_Rotom_available_in_Pokemon_Scarlet_and_Violet\"><\/span>6. Is Rotom available in <em>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Rotom is available in <em>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet<\/em>. It is a relatively rare encounter found in various locations across the Paldea region.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_you_breed_Rotom_in_Scarlet_and_Violet\"><\/span>7. Can you breed Rotom in <em>Scarlet and Violet<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Rotom can be bred with Ditto in <em>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet<\/em>, producing Rotom eggs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_best_Rotom_form_to_use_in_battle\"><\/span>8. What is the best Rotom form to use in battle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best Rotom form depends on your team composition and strategy. Wash Rotom is often favored for its Water\/Electric typing and access to moves like Hydro Pump and Volt Switch.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Are_Shiny_Rotom_available\"><\/span>9. Are Shiny Rotom available?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Shiny Rotom are available, but their appearance is subtle. The blue parts of Rotom are just a slightly different shade of blue.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Does_Ash_Ketchum_ever_use_a_Rotom_in_the_anime\"><\/span>10. Does Ash Ketchum ever use a Rotom in the anime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Ash himself doesn&#8217;t own a Rotom, a Rotom Dex is a recurring character in the <em>Sun &#038; Moon<\/em> anime series, providing information and guidance to Ash.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Is_Rotom_a_Mythical_Pokemon\"><\/span>11. Is Rotom a Mythical Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Rotom is not a Mythical Pok\u00e9mon. Mythical Pok\u00e9mon are typically event-exclusive Pok\u00e9mon that cannot be obtained through normal gameplay. Think of Pok\u00e9mon like Celebi, Jirachi, and Deoxys.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Is_Rotom_genderless\"><\/span>12. Is Rotom genderless?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rotom&#8217;s gender is unknown.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_What_is_the_origin_of_Rotoms_name\"><\/span>13. What is the origin of Rotom&#8217;s name?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rotom&#8217;s name is &#8220;Motor&#8221; spelled backwards. This relates to its ability to inhabit motors and electrical appliances.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Is_Rotom_considered_rare\"><\/span>14. Is Rotom considered rare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, while not Legendary or Mythical, Rotom is considered a rare Pok\u00e9mon in most games where it appears.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Does_Rotom_have_any_special_abilities\"><\/span>15. Does Rotom have any special abilities?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rotom&#8217;s primary ability is Levitate, which makes it immune to Ground-type moves in its base form. Its appliance forms retain this ability.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Rotom_%E2%80%93_A_Special_Pokemon_Not_a_Legendary_One\"><\/span>Conclusion: Rotom &#8211; A Special Pok\u00e9mon, Not a Legendary One<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite the early confusion and persistent rumors, Rotom is not a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon. Its unique characteristics, ability to breed, and lack of official classification solidify its position as a powerful, intriguing, and versatile Pok\u00e9mon, but one outside the realm of Legendaries and Pseudo-Legendaries. It&#8217;s a testament to the creative design of the Pok\u00e9mon universe that a creature can inspire such debate and speculation without fitting neatly into pre-defined categories.<\/p>\n<p>For those interested in exploring the educational applications of gaming and learning, be sure to check out the <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> website. You can find it at <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>. They provide resources and research on how games can be used to enhance learning experiences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Was Rotom Once a Legendary? Unraveling the Mystery of the Plasma Pok\u00e9mon The short answer is no, Rotom was never officially designated as a Legendary Pok\u00e9mon by the Pok\u00e9mon Company. However, the circumstances surrounding its introduction in Pok\u00e9mon Diamond and Pearl led to widespread confusion and the persistent myth that it held a legendary status. &#8230; <a title=\"Was Rotom once a legendary?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/was-rotom-once-a-legendary\/\" aria-label=\"More on Was Rotom once a legendary?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-383131","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/383131","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=383131"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/383131\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=383131"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=383131"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=383131"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}