spidops #918
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spidops
Generation IX · #0918 — Trap Pokémon
Spidops, known in its native Japanese as Wanaider, is a Bug-type Pokémon that earned the designation of the Trap Pokémon due to its remarkable ability to construct and deploy sophisticated silk traps throughout its territory. As the evolved form of Tarountula, Spidops represents a significant leap in predatory capability, combining stealth, precision, and environmental manipulation into a singular ambush predator. Introduced in Generation IX alongside the Scarlet and Violet games, Spidops occupies National Pokédex number 918 and stands at a modest height of 1.0 meters while weighing only 16.5 kilograms, making it a compact yet formidable Bug-type with a base stat total of 404. The Pokémon's dual abilities—Insomnia, which prevents sleep status, and the hidden ability Stakeout, which doubles move power against freshly switched-in opponents—showcase its role as a defensive specialist with surprising offensive potential in competitive contexts.
Base Stats
Height
1.0m
Weight
16.5kg
Category
Trap Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
green
Shape
armor
Abilities
Prevents sleep.
This Pokémon's moves have double power against Pokémon that switched in this turn.
Spidops Biology & Physical Characteristics
Spidops presents a fascinating arachnoid morphology that blends humanoid characteristics with authentic spider physiology. The Pokémon possesses eight long, slender, cylindrical legs arranged in four pairs, each terminating in white circular spinnerets capable of producing silk at will. These legs bundle together dynamically, allowing Spidops to alternate between a bipedal stance with humanoid posturing and a quadrupedal crawl depending on immediate needs. The spherical joints connecting these limbs to the body—positioned like shoulders near the head and flanking the segmented torso—provide remarkable articulation and flexibility. Spidops's body coloration consists primarily of beige-brown tones, punctuated by distinctive pine green markings across its face, forelimbs, and chest region that resemble a vest or overalls, suggesting an almost crafted appearance. The ovular head features two large black eyes with squinted white pupils, complemented by four eye-like protrusions on either side, rhombus-shaped pedipalps resembling a mustache, and paired chelicerae forming a shield shape that conceals a circular mouth. Most distinctively, Spidops's cylindrical abdomen is wrapped in bands of white silk that evoke a yarn spool, terminating in a flat conical peg containing a ninth spinneret from which the Pokémon derives much of its predatory capability.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Spidops Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Spidops exhibits a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, with no sexual dimorphism evident in available data. As a member of the Bug egg group, Spidops can only breed with other Bug-type Pokémon or creatures within the Bug egg group, reflecting its highly specialized reproductive isolation. The Pokémon's base happiness value of 50 suggests a neutral temperament that requires effort to bond with trainers through care and positive interaction. With an egg cycle counter of 15, Spidops requires approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps to hatch from an egg, placing it in the moderate incubation range for Pokémon breeding. Notably, Spidops can inherit several moves through breeding that it cannot learn through leveling up or technical machines, including First Impression, Lunge, Memento, and Sucker Punch—moves that significantly enhance its competitive viability when inherited from compatible parents. The erratic growth rate characteristic of Spidops influences breeding strategies, as trainers seeking to optimize the Pokémon's stat development must carefully consider the interaction between breeding mechanics and this unique growth trajectory.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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crystal
tm02
gold silver
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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red blue
tm08
yellow
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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yellow
tm08
red green japan
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blue japan
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red blue
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ruby sapphire
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firered leafgreen
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emerald
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diamond pearl
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xd
tm09
sword shield
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platinum
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Spidops Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Spidops evolves from Tarountula starting at level 15, representing a straightforward linear evolution rather than a branching path or Mega Evolution variant. Upon evolution, Spidops immediately learns the move Silk Trap, a Bug-type status move that perfectly encapsulates its transformation into a fully-realized trap-setting specialist. The evolution marks a transition from Tarountula's basic ambush capabilities to Spidops's sophisticated trap-construction and territorial defense mechanisms. While Spidops itself does not possess a Mega Evolution or alternate form as of the current generation, its status as a Generation IX Pokémon leaves potential for future evolutionary developments in subsequent generations. The evolution process aligns with Spidops's erratic growth rate, which characterizes its development trajectory as a combination of slow initial growth followed by accelerated advancement, reflecting the Pokémon's gradual maturation into its final form.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Spidops Behaviour and Natural Habitat
As described in its Pokédex entries, Spidops represents the apex of silent, methodical predation within its ecological niche. The Pokémon clings to branches and ceilings using its specialized silk threads, moving without producing even the faintest sound—a testament to its evolutionary refinement as an ambush predator. It spins silk threads from the spinneret on its abdomen, using them to hang upside-down from elevated positions while simultaneously constructing a net between its top four legs to ensnare prey before they can react. According to the Violet Pokédex entry, Spidops actively covers its territory in tough, sticky threads, creating an intricate network of silken hazards designed to trap any intruders. The Pokémon's preferred habitat consists of wooded areas with abundant trees and high branches, where its arboreal hunting style reaches maximum efficiency. Spidops demonstrates remarkable territorial behavior, actively defending its established zones and maintaining its trap networks with consistent vigilance, making it a fixture of certain ecological regions where it has established dominion.
Pokedex Entries
Generation IX
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.
Spidops covers its territory in tough, sticky threads to set up traps for intruders.
Spidops Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Spidops derives from the combination of "spider" and "ops," the latter potentially referencing operations, specifically the covert, tactical operations at which this Pokémon excels. In Japanese, Wanaider (ワナイダー) combines "wana" (罠), meaning trap, with "ider," creating a name that directly references the Pokémon's defining characteristic of trap-construction and deployment. The design philosophy reflects a careful balance between arachnid authenticity and humanoid appeal, incorporating recognizable spider anatomy—eight legs, spinnerets, chelicerae—while adding anthropomorphic elements like the vest-patterned chest and mustache-like pedipalps that enhance its charm and distinctiveness. The yarn-spool abdomen wrapped in white silk bands serves as a visual metaphor for Spidops's endless supply of silken threads, while the color palette of beige-brown with pine green accents creates a natural, camouflage-appropriate appearance suitable for an ambush predator that haunts tree canopies and shadowed corners. Every aspect of Spidops's appearance reinforces its identity as the "Trap Pokémon," from its compact, efficient body shape to the deliberate design of its eight legs and their specialized spinneret ports.
Learnable Moves
Spidops can learn 55 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bug bite | bug | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bug buzz | bug | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| circle throw | fighting | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| electroweb | electric | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| feint | normal | Physical | 30 | 100 | 10 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| gastro acid | poison | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leech life | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| lunge | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| pounce | bug | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| silk trap | bug | Status | 0 | — | 10 |
| skitter smack | bug | Physical | 70 | 90 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| spikes | ground | Status | — | — | 20 |
| sticky web | bug | Status | — | — | 20 |
| string shot | bug | Status | — | 95 | 40 |
| struggle bug | bug | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic spikes | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| upper hand | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 15 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Spidops Competitive Battle Guide
Spidops occupies a unique defensive niche in competitive play, boasting a robust Defense stat of 92 and Special Defense stat of 86 that anchor its 404 base stat total. The hidden ability Stakeout provides exceptional strategic value, doubling the power of Spidops's moves against Pokémon that switched in during the current turn, rewarding prediction and tactical play. With an Attack stat of 79 and access to moves like Skitter Smack (70 power, 90 accuracy), Circle Throw (60 power, 90 accuracy), and the breeding move Lunge (80 power, 100 accuracy), Spidops can deal respectable damage despite not emphasizing special attack capabilities. The move Silk Trap, learned upon evolution, provides utility as a status move, while Sticky Web—learned at level 33—enables speed control through terrain manipulation. However, Spidops's Speed stat of merely 35 represents a significant liability in competitive contexts, necessitating careful team building and reliance on support from teammates to function effectively. The Insomnia ability provides protection against sleep-inducing strategies, which can prove valuable in specific metagames, though Stakeout generally offers superior competitive utility. Spidops functions best as a defensive pivot or defensive wall in team structures that can leverage Stakeout's power boost against frequent switches, rather than as a primary offensive threat.
Commonly Asked Questions About Spidops
What type is Spidops?
Spidops is a bug type Pokemon.
What does Spidops evolve from?
Spidops evolved from tarountula.
What are Spidops's weaknesses?
Spidops is weak to flying, rock and fire type moves.
Spidops Cultural Impact & Franchise History
As a relatively recent addition to the Pokémon franchise introduced in Generation IX, Spidops has begun establishing its presence within the broader Pokémon cultural ecosystem. The design's appeal to players who appreciate arachnid-themed creatures and those drawn to methodical, trap-based gameplay styles has generated moderate community interest. Spidops appears in the anime series as a presence within the Paldea region, contributing to the visual and ecological diversity of the Generation IX setting. Within the trading card game, Spidops has received various card iterations that reflect its role as a Bug-type specialist and trap-setter, appealing to collectors and competitive TCG players who favor insect-themed strategies. The Pokémon's status as the Trap Pokémon has resonated with players who appreciate the thematic consistency between a creature's design, abilities, and its role in gameplay mechanics. While not yet achieving the cultural prominence of earlier generations' iconic Bug-types, Spidops continues to accumulate recognition as the Pokémon community explores Generation IX content and discovers the depth within its mechanics and design philosophy.
Where to Find Spidops in Every Pokémon Game
Spidops becomes available to trainers in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet as the evolved form of Tarountula, typically obtained by capturing a Tarountula in the wild and leveling it to level 15. Within these games, Spidops occupies local Pokédex number 0013, indicating its prominence within the Paldea region's ecosystem. The Pokémon's capture rate of 120 suggests moderate difficulty in capturing Tarountula before evolution, though the evolution process itself occurs automatically upon reaching the required level. Spidops demonstrates availability across both Scarlet and Violet versions, though specific wild encounter locations and frequencies may vary between the two games. As a Generation IX Pokémon, Spidops has not yet appeared in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the time of current documentation, though it may become available in future releases and remakes. The Pokémon's base experience yield of 141 places it within the moderate range of experience gains, making it a viable option for training and team building throughout mid-game progression. Trainers seeking to use Spidops competitively or for casual play can access it relatively early in their journey through Paldea, making it an accessible option for players interested in Bug-type specialists.