spidops

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Spidops is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.

Type: Bug

Abilities:

Insomnia: Prevents the Pokémon from falling asleep.
Stakeout (Hidden Ability): Deals double damage to any Pokémon that switch in on it.

Physical Characteristics:

Spidops is a spider-like Pokémon with a body structure resembling that of an arboreal spider.
It has a segmented body with a spherical abdomen and a smaller cephalothorax, from which multiple long legs extend.
Its coloration is primarily green with dark brown patterns, aiding in camouflage within forest environments.
Notably, it has a pair of prominent mandibles and small, multi-faceted eyes.

Behavior and Habitat:

Spidops is commonly found in dense forested areas, where it weaves intricate webs between trees.
It is known for its patient hunting strategy, lying in wait for prey to become ensnared in its webs.
Exhibits solitary behavior and is meticulous about maintaining its web structure.
Prefers areas with abundant tree cover to better utilize its camouflage and hunting skills.

In Battle:

Spidops excels in strategic battles, using its abilities to trap and wear down opponents.
Known for its moves like Silk Trap, which lowers the speed of attacking Pokémon.
Its Insomnia ability makes it immune to sleep-inducing moves, providing a tactical advantage against certain opponents.
Effective against Psychic, Grass, and Dark types, but struggles against Fire, Flying, and Rock types due to its Bug typing.

Evolution:

Evolves from Tarountula starting at level 15.
Tarountula, its pre-evolved form, is a smaller, rounder spider-like Pokémon that also inhabits forested regions.

Interesting Facts:

Spidops' design and behavior are heavily inspired by real-world orb-weaver spiders, known for their intricate web designs.
Its name is a combination of "spider" and "ops," which may reference "optics" due to its keen vision and hunting acumen.
The unique ability Stakeout allows it to punish opponents who switch out, making it a formidable opponent in competitive battles.

Front Default

Front Shiny

Tarountula - 917

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Spidops - 918

Min. Lvl 15

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Scarlet: It clings to branches and ceilings using its threads and moves without a sound. It takes out its prey before the prey even notices it.
Violet: Spidops covers its territory in tough, sticky threads to set up traps for intruders.