Breloom

Breloom is the Mushroom Pokémon, a dual Grass/Fighting type introduced in Generation III (Ruby and Sapphire) as the evolved form of Shroomish. It is known for its punishing close-combat style, using elastic, retractable arms to deliver rapid punches, and for the toxic spore-like seeds ringing its tail that are dangerous to eat. Combining plant and fighter traits, it typically inhabits warm forests and is valued competitively for abilities and moves tied to spores and powerful punching attacks.

The Japanese name キノガッサ (Kinogassa) is generally understood to combine キノコ (kinoko, meaning 'mushroom') with 笠/かさ (kasa, meaning a conical hat or, fittingly, a mushroom's cap), reflecting its fungal design. The English name 'Breloom' is thought to blend a word like 'bloom' (evoking plants/fungi sprouting) with elements suggestive of its kangaroo- or boxer-like body, though the exact intended source words are not officially confirmed.