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Wormadam Trash is a Bug/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Bug/Steel

Abilities:

• Anticipation: Alerts the Pokémon to dangerous moves
• Overcoat (Hidden Ability): Protects the Pokémon from weather damage and powder moves

Physical Characteristics:

• Wormadam Trash has a predominantly pink body with a metallic appearance.
• Its cloak is made from building debris and metal scraps, giving it a rigid, armor-like texture.
• Features a single, pointed antenna on its head.
• Has a pair of small, black eyes and six stubby legs that support its body.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Wormadam Trash is usually found in urban areas, especially near construction sites or places with abundant metal debris.
• Prefers to remain stationary, blending into its surroundings to avoid detection.
• Known to maintain its cloak diligently, using available materials in its environment to enhance its camouflage and defense.
• Less aggressive, often opting to stay hidden rather than confront threats directly.

In Battle:

• Wormadam Trash is primarily a defensive Pokémon, capitalizing on its strong resistance to multiple types.
• Notable moves include Iron Head, Bug Buzz, and Protect.
• Strong against Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ice, Normal, Psychic, and Rock types due to its typing.
• Weak against Fire-type moves, which exploit its Steel-type vulnerabilities.
• Often used in battle to set up entry hazards like Stealth Rock or to remove hazards with Rapid Spin.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Burmy starting at level 20.
• The form it takes (Trash Cloak) is determined by the environment Burmy last battled in, specifically in areas with buildings or metal.

Interesting Facts:

• Wormadam Trash is one of three forms of Wormadam, the others being Plant Cloak and Sandy Cloak, each with unique typings.
• Its form and typing make it uniquely resistant to several common attack types, making it a niche choice in competitive battles.
• The concept of Wormadam Trash is inspired by the adaptability of some insects in urban environments, using available materials for protection and camouflage.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: When BURMY evolved, its cloak became a part of this Pokémon’s body. The cloak is never shed.
• Pearl: Its appearance changes depending on where it evolved. The materials on hand become a part of its body.
• Platinum: When evolving, its body takes in surrounding materials. As a result, there are many body variations.
• Heartgold: It is said that a WORMADAM that evolves on a cold day will have a thicker cloak.
• Soulsilver: It is said that a WORMADAM that evolves on a cold day will have a thicker cloak.
• Black: When evolving, its body takes in surrounding materials. As a result, there are many body variations.
• White: When evolving, its body takes in surrounding materials. As a result, there are many body variations.
• Black-2: When evolving, its body takes in surrounding materials. As a result, there are many body variations.
• White-2: When evolving, its body takes in surrounding materials. As a result, there are many body variations.
• X: Its appearance changes depending on where it evolved. The materials on hand become a part of its body.
• Y: When Burmy evolved, its cloak became a part of this Pokémon’s body. The cloak is never shed.
• Omega-Ruby: Its appearance changes depending on where it evolved. The materials on hand become a part of its body.
• Alpha-Sapphire: When Burmy evolved, its cloak became a part of this Pokémon’s body. The cloak is never shed.

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