Spidops doesn't stand out in any single area, but it gets the job done for in-game teams. Only weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock. Been around since Gen 9. Known as the Trap Pokemon. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets.
Spidops's spread favors balanced defenses over offense. Defense leads the defensive side, Speed eats the cost. Yields 2 Defense EVs per defeat. Standard growth curve to level.
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 Weakness
AvgType-wise, Spidops takes extra damage from Fire, Flying, and Rock. With 60 HP and balanced defenses, Spidops can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Spidops is the evolved form of Tarountula. Breeding produces Tarountula eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Tarountula gave Spidops the biggest boost in Defense (+47), bringing the total to 404 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Spidops to get Tarountula eggs easily using 50 partners from the Bug egg group. Notable egg moves include First Impression, Lunge, Memento and 1 more.
The Sash lets Spidops ignore defensive shortcomings for one turn. Use that turn to get Sticky Web up, and Stakeout squeezes extra value from the position. Max HP and Attack EVs push damage output.
Best Build
Best Spidops Moveset
- Sticky Web
- First Impression
- Knock Off
- Circle Throw
Recommended Teammates
Breeding's the move. First Impression and Lunge give Spidops options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 9 types already covers a decent range on top of Bug Buzz and First Impression. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
moderate rates for Spidops across 16 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Spidops in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Spidops starts with Tarountula at Lv. 2-55 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch TarountulaEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyWaterEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyForestEFFORTLESSTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyForestEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.2-1842%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSThe Pokémon League - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyEFFORTLESSThe Pokémon League - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-1835%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-558%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-558%MidRoute
Step 2Spidops ✓MODERATECasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidWaterMODERATECasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidWaterMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATETagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidForestMODERATETagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidForestMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-5512%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworldLv.20-558%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworldLv.20-558%MidRouteor evolve from Tarountula (Step 1)
Spidops has a 404 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a balanced.
Spidops's biggest threats include Charizard (Fire), Aerodactyl (Flying), and Tyranitar (Rock), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. At base 35 Speed, Spidops won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Tarountula evolves into Spidops at level 15. Spidops is the fully evolved form. It sits at 404 BST in its evolved form.
Insomnia is the go-to ability for Spidops. It prevents sleep. Its hidden ability Stakeout can work in specific setups.
Spidops fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 79 Attack. Base 35 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Spidops can be found in Scarlet & Violet.
Introduced in Scarlet & Violet, Spidops has appeared in 1 games across 1 generation. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A