Tarountula Best Moveset
Bug at 41 Attack and 20 Speed. AbilityStakeout doubles damage against Pokemon switching in. Pre-evolution stats with an interesting ability. The moveset can't function. Evolve to Spidops for 79 Attack and the Stakeout damage that punishes switches.
Tarountula was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. This was Tarountula's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Insomnia with Focus Sash, favoring a Impish nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Tarountula best EVs are Defense and Attack
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Spikes
- Circle Throw
- Toxic Spikes
- First Impression
Recommended Teammates
Tarountula Weakness
Fire, Flying, and Rock moves hit Tarountula for super-effective damage. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Ground |
What is Tarountula Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Tarountula
Blaziken can KO Tarountula with Flare Blitz (268-315%). Terrakion threatens a KO with Stone Edge (165-194%).
 Blaziken FireFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySpeed Boost ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Tarountula View Blaziken builds →Close Combat67-79% Flare Blitz 2x268-315%KO | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Tarountula View Terrakion builds →Close Combat50-58% Stone Edge 2x165-194%KO Earthquake27-32% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
Tarountula is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Spidops. Check the evolution method below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 194 total stats over Tarountula. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Tarountula easily with 91 breeding partners from the Bug egg group.
How to Get Tarountula
Tarountula is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 30 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Tarountula in SV
To get Tarountula, start by catching Tarountula through walking encounters at Lv. 2-55. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Tarountula ✓Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.2-18OverworldRate 42%South Province (Area Four) - ForestLv.2-18OverworldRate 42%South Province (Area One) - ForestLv.2-18OverworldRate 42%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.2-18OverworldRate 42%West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.2-18OverworldRate 42%South Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%South Province (Area Four) - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%South Province (Area One) - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%The Pokémon League - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%West Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%West Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.2-18OverworldRate 35%East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 8%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into SpidopsCasseroya Lake - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area One) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestLv.20-55OverworldRate 8%or evolve from Tarountula (Step 1)
Base Stats
You won't find a real weakness in Tarountula's stat line. It's well-rounded for the String Ball Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 1 Defense EV, on a standard growth curve.
The thread it secretes from its rear is as strong as wire. The secret behind the thread’s strength is the topic of ongoing research.
Tarountula Guide
For a casual playthrough, Tarountula works as a placeholder. Bug coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Spidops. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since Scarlet & Violet, Tarountula has been obtainable in 1 games. A Generation 9 debut means a shorter history, but Tarountula has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves