tatsugiri-stretchy #10259
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tatsugiri-stretchy
Generation IX · #10259 — Mimicry Pokémon
Tatsugiri in its Stretchy Form is a small Dragon/Water-type Pokémon from Generation IX, classified as the Mimicry Pokémon. This particular form, distinguished by its striking yellow coloration, represents one of three distinct morphological variants that this species can assume. With a base stat total of 475, the Stretchy Form Tatsugiri maintains identical stats across all three forms, featuring impressive Special Attack at 120 and respectable Speed at 82, making it a capable special attacker despite its diminutive size of just 0.3 meters and 8.0 kilograms. The Stretchy Form's most notable characteristic is its role in double battles, where its Commander ability creates a unique synergy with the larger Dondozo, forming one of Generation IX's most distinctive battle mechanics.
Base Stats
Height
0.3m
Weight
8.0kg
Category
Mimicry Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
pink
Shape
fish
Abilities
Goes inside the mouth of an ally Dondozo if one is on the field.
Redirects single-target water moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Water moves, raising Special Attack one stage.
Tatsugiri-stretchy Biology & Physical Characteristics
The Stretchy Form Tatsugiri exhibits the characteristic cylindrical body structure shared across all three Tatsugiri variants, featuring a distinctive white throat sac that resembles a bed of rice when inflated. This particular form is identifiable by its elongated, yellow appearance, presenting a visually distinct silhouette compared to its Curly and Droopy counterparts. Like all Tatsugiri forms, the Stretchy variant possesses two large, expressive eyes, long pectoral fins, a wavy dorsal fin, and a split tail fin that aids in aquatic locomotion. The throat sac serves multiple biological functions, enabling the Pokémon to camouflage with its surroundings and providing an emergency escape mechanism by rapid inflation when the Pokémon finds itself swallowed whole by larger predators. The Stretchy Form's more extended body shape represents an adaptation toward speed and agility within its ecological niche.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Tatsugiri-stretchy Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Tatsugiri in its Stretchy Form maintains a perfectly balanced gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for straightforward breeding without gender-based complications. The species belongs to the Water 2 egg group, enabling it to breed with compatible Pokémon from the same group in standard breeding mechanics. Eggs require approximately 35 cycles to hatch, translating to roughly 8,739 to 8,995 steps of overworld traversal before a newly hatched Tatsugiri emerges. The species exhibits a base friendship value of 50, indicating a neutral starting point in relationship development with its trainer, requiring dedicated effort through battling, grooming, and interaction to develop stronger bonds. Stretchy Form Tatsugiri hatched from eggs will maintain the same form as the parent Pokémon, allowing trainers to propagate this particular variant through intentional breeding while maintaining desired natures, individual values, or egg moves that may have been trained into the parent specimen.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
ruby sapphire
tm03
platinum
tm03
firered leafgreen
tm03
heartgold soulsilver
tm03
diamond pearl
tm03
emerald
tm03
xd
tm03
colosseum
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm08
sword shield
tm09
yellow
tm09
red blue
tm09
sword shield
hm03
ruby sapphire
hm03
platinum
hm03
omega ruby alpha sapphire
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Tatsugiri-stretchy Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Tatsugiri does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon species, maintaining a singular evolutionary line that branches exclusively into its three distinct forms rather than traditional linear evolution. However, all Tatsugiri forms, including the Stretchy Form, possess the capability to undergo Mega Evolution using the Tatsugirinite. When the Stretchy Form Mega Evolves into Mega Tatsugiri (Stretchy Form), it maintains its yellow coloration while undergoing a transformation that increases its physical and statistical prowess. This Mega Evolution was introduced in the Mega Dimension DLC content of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, expanding the competitive viability of Stretchy Form Tatsugiri in post-game and competitive scenarios. The Mega Evolution mechanic provides trainers with a method to temporarily amplify their Stretchy Form Tatsugiri's capabilities, though specific stat distributions and moveset changes depend on the particular Mega form's data.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Tatsugiri-stretchy Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Tatsugiri in its Stretchy Form exemplifies cunning and strategic behavior, as documented in Pokédex entries describing it as an extremely manipulative Pokémon that feigns weakness to lure unsuspecting prey before commanding its partner to strike. This deceptive hunting strategy reflects the Stretchy Form's psychological profile, which prioritizes intelligence and coordination over direct physical confrontation. The Pokémon naturally inhabits the mouths of Dondozo, living in a mutualistic symbiotic relationship where Tatsugiri receives protection from external threats while providing tactical guidance to its considerably larger host. This commensal lifestyle has shaped the Stretchy Form's behavior patterns, making it primarily found in aquatic environments where Dondozo populations are established. The Stretchy Form's higher speed stat of 82 compared to its sibling forms suggests it may be the most mobile variant, potentially adapting to environments requiring greater agility and evasive capabilities.
Pokedex Entries
Generation IX
This is a small dragon Pokémon. It lives inside the mouth of Dondozo to protect itself from enemies on the outside.
Tatsugiri is an extremely cunning Pokémon. It feigns weakness to lure in prey, then orders its partner to attack.
Tatsugiri-stretchy Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The Stretchy Form's design emphasizes elongation and flexibility, with its yellow coloration creating immediate visual distinction from the orange Curly Form and pink Droopy Form. The Pokémon's Japanese name, Syaritatsu (シャリタツ), derives from 'shari' (舎利), referring to rice or Buddhist reliquaries, and 'tatsu' (竜), meaning dragon, reflecting the rice-like appearance of its inflated throat sac and its draconic nature. The English designation 'Tatsugiri' combines the dragon and sushi elements inherent in the Japanese nomenclature, creating a thematic connection to Japanese cuisine and marine biology. The Stretchy Form specifically evokes imagery of elongated sushi rolls or stretched confections, with its yellow hue suggesting specific ingredient associations like pickled radish or similar garnishes. This form's visual emphasis on vertical extension and flexibility differentiates it from its more compact or drooping siblings, while maintaining the species' overall aquatic-draconic identity and relationship with rice and traditional Japanese cultural elements.
Learnable Moves
Tatsugiri-stretchy can learn 36 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| chilling water | water | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon cheer | dragon | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| lunge | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| memento | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| mirror coat | psychic | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| muddy water | water | Special | 90 | 85 | 10 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rapid spin | normal | Physical | 50 | 100 | 40 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| soak | water | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| splash | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
Tatsugiri-stretchy Competitive Battle Guide
The Stretchy Form Tatsugiri operates as a specialized support Pokémon in competitive double battle formats, where its Commander ability creates unprecedented synergy with Dondozo. In this configuration, when Stretchy Form Tatsugiri switches into battle alongside Dondozo, the larger Pokémon can utilize its signature move Order Up to attack while simultaneously boosting Tatsugiri's Speed stat by one stage, leveraging the Stretchy Form's higher base Speed of 82 as its defining strength. With a Special Attack base stat of 120, Stretchy Form Tatsugiri can function as a special attacker despite its modest physical movepool, enabling it to pressure opponents while remaining safe within Dondozo's mouth. The Stretchy Form's access to its hidden ability Storm Drain provides an alternative strategy, absorbing Water-type moves and boosting Special Attack, though the Commander ability remains its primary competitive function. Its vulnerability to Ice, Dragon, and Fairy-type moves, combined with limited offensive coverage options outside special moves, restricts its independent competitive viability, making it fundamentally designed as a partner to Dondozo rather than a standalone threat.
Commonly Asked Questions About Tatsugiri-stretchy
What type is Tatsugiri-stretchy?
Tatsugiri-stretchy is a dragon and water type Pokemon.
What does Tatsugiri-stretchy evolve into?
Tatsugiri-stretchy does not evolve.
What are Tatsugiri-stretchy's weaknesses?
Tatsugiri-stretchy is weak to dragon and fairy type moves.
Tatsugiri-stretchy Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Tatsugiri, including its Stretchy Form, represents a significant departure from traditional Pokémon design philosophies through its distinctive symbiotic relationship mechanic with Dondozo and its triple-form system. The Stretchy Form specifically gained recognition within the Generation IX competitive metagame as the preferred configuration for the Dondozo-Tatsugiri partnership strategy, becoming emblematic of innovative double battle tactics introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. The species' design draws inspiration from genuine mutualistic relationships found in marine ecosystems, educating players about biological symbiosis while integrating these concepts into competitive gameplay mechanics. Within fan communities, Tatsugiri's three forms sparked extensive discussion regarding form determination mechanics and aesthetic preferences, with the Stretchy Form appealing to players who prioritize speed and evasion strategies. The introduction of Tatsugirinite and Mega Evolution capabilities further cemented Tatsugiri's place in the competitive landscape, attracting strategic players who appreciate complex synergy-based team building and the intellectual challenge of maximizing the Commander ability's potential.
Where to Find Tatsugiri-stretchy in Every Pokémon Game
The Stretchy Form Tatsugiri can be encountered in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where it appears with Pokédex number 0375 in the regional Pokédex. This form is available in the base game through normal wild encounters in aquatic areas throughout the Paldea region, with capture rates of 100 making it consistently catchable with standard Poké Balls. The species' medium-slow experience growth rate means trainers should expect gradual leveling progression compared to faster-growing species, requiring patience during the early-to-mid game period. Stretchy Form Tatsugiri is also available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A with Pokédex number 0031 in the Mega Dimension DLC, where trainers can acquire specimens with access to Tatsugirinite for Mega Evolution capabilities. Additionally, event distributions have made Stretchy Form Tatsugiri available to trainers through special distributions, allowing those who may have missed wild encounters to obtain this form through official channels. The species' high catch rate of 100 and base happiness of 50 ensure accessibility without excessive grinding, though intentional breeding remains the preferred method for obtaining Stretchy Form Tatsugiri with optimal natures and individual values for competitive use.