Although many stories claim these Pokémon are born from the spirits of unhatched Pokémon, Togetump are extraordinarily joyful and outgoing. They go wherever they feel positive emotions, basking in them and passively feeding on them.
These Pokémon are stumps possessed by the spirits of children who died in the forest. As its energy, it uses the feelings of compassion and pleasure exuded by people and Pokémon.