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Eldegoss's cotton fluff can acted like a cushion to protect its head from attacks. The cotton can also be spun into a glossy, gorgeous yarn that is a speciality in Galar It is said that the tiny seeds inside the cotton fluff are highly nutritious and beneficial for people and Pokémon. It can spread the seeds by sending them through the wind, which can help making the soil in the Galar region rich with nutrients.[1]
Eldegoss resembles a dandelion when flowering seeds. It may also draw inspiration from a full-bloomed ball of cotton and on how it's used to make textile products. In addition, it may also be based on an afro haircut.
Name origin
Eldegoss may be a combination of elder and Gossypium (the cotton plant genus).
Watashiraga may be a combination of 綿 wata (cotton) and 白髪 shiraga (white hair).