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In the World of Pokémon, there lives a vast number and variety of amazing creatures to befriend and collect. Every week, we will be focusing on a single one of these Pokémon or evolutionary line and talking about what makes it special. This week's Pokémon of choice are Venipede, Whirlipede, and Scolipede!
Venipede and its evolved forms are Bug/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V, having drawn inspiration from various arthropods, mainly centipedes and millipedes. In the Unova region, Venipede filled the traditional role of early-game, three-stage Bug Pokémon, alongside Sewaddle. Experienced trainers will take these Pokémon’s bright magenta or purple coloration and flashy markings as a warning sign, as even in their basic form, Venipede are considered dangerous for their venomous bites. When Venipede evolves into Whirlipede at level 22, it’s rolled up inside its round shell, much like the defense mechanism of real-life pill millipedes, only this form functions as a pupa stage of sorts while Whirlipede prepares to evolve further. Unlike previously introduced pupa Pokémon such as the famously immobile Metapod, however, Whirlipede can fend for itself just fine in its curled-up state; it can attack by rotating itself like a tire and stabbing enemies with its venomous protrusions. Finally, when Whirlipede is ready to evolve at level 30, it unfurls into a massive, multi-legged Scolipede, the tallest Bug-type Pokémon at just over eight feet! Scolipede can ruthlessly attack foes with its giant horns, as well as grip them and inject venom using the small claws running up its long neck.
In the video games, Scolipede has good potential as a speedy physical attacker. While it has access to X-Scissor and Poison Jab as physical STAB attacks, it can run Megahorn over X-Scissor, trading off accuracy for higher base power. Scolipede also has great coverage options in Earthquake and Aqua Tail, and Swords Dance as a popular status move for setting up Attack boosts. Because Scolipede is somewhat lacking in bulk, switching in to Stealth Rock can present a serious issue to this Pokémon. It also helps to run it with its hidden ability, Speed Boost, so that it has a greater chance to hit before the enemy. It should be noted that in Generation V, the Venipede line had the more situational Quick Feet as its hidden ability; however, transferring a Quick Feet Venipede, Whirlipede, or Scolipede into a later game will change its ability to Speed Boost.
In the anime, Venipede made a notable appearance in the episode A Venipede Stampede! in which incredible numbers of the Centipede Pokémon were swarming throughout Castelia City. Several trainers had been tasked by the mayor of Castelia City to drive the group of Venipede away by force, but thanks largely to the city’s own Gym Leader, Burgh, it was demonstrated that the Venipede could be dealt with gently instead. Burgh was later revealed to have a Whirlipede of his own during his battle against Ash; despite having the type advantage, however, Whirlipede ultimately lost to Ash’s newly evolved Swadloon. Perhaps had Bug-type expert Burgh simply had Whirlipede keep spamming Steamroller over trying Solar Beam, the outcome might’ve been different? Some time after that, a Scolipede appeared under the ownership of another Unovan Gym Leader: namely, Roxie of Virbank City Gym. This time around, Scolipede appropriately defeated Ash’s now fully-evolved Leavanny, but subsequently lost to Pignite’s literal firepower. Additionally, aggressive wild Scolipede have been seen as obstacles to Ash and his companions from time to time, much like the purpose Beedrill swarms often serve outside of the Unova region.
Here are some questions to consider to get conversation Steamrolling like a Whirlipede. You don't have to answer all of them or any of them in your post as long as you're staying on topic and within global forum rules.
◦ Do you like or dislike this Pokémon? Why?
◦ How is this Pokémon in-game?
◦ How is this Pokémon in competitive play? Are there any interesting strategies you like to use for them?
◦ Do you like this Pokémon's representation in the anime? Are there any moments or qualities in particular you enjoy/dislike?
◦ How do you think this Pokémon would interact with our world?
◦ If given the power to, would you change anything about this Pokémon and if so, what would you change?
◦ How do Venipede and its evolutions compare to other Bug/Poison-types?
◦ Should any other Pokémon have their abilities updated? If so, which ones?
If you have any suggestions for Pokémon you'd like to discuss in the future just leave your ideas at the bottom of your post. Make sure you give your thoughts about the current Pokémon first!
Thanks to @PinkIceFox for suggesting this Pokémon of the Week!
Previous Pokémon of the Week:
Venipede and its evolved forms are Bug/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V, having drawn inspiration from various arthropods, mainly centipedes and millipedes. In the Unova region, Venipede filled the traditional role of early-game, three-stage Bug Pokémon, alongside Sewaddle. Experienced trainers will take these Pokémon’s bright magenta or purple coloration and flashy markings as a warning sign, as even in their basic form, Venipede are considered dangerous for their venomous bites. When Venipede evolves into Whirlipede at level 22, it’s rolled up inside its round shell, much like the defense mechanism of real-life pill millipedes, only this form functions as a pupa stage of sorts while Whirlipede prepares to evolve further. Unlike previously introduced pupa Pokémon such as the famously immobile Metapod, however, Whirlipede can fend for itself just fine in its curled-up state; it can attack by rotating itself like a tire and stabbing enemies with its venomous protrusions. Finally, when Whirlipede is ready to evolve at level 30, it unfurls into a massive, multi-legged Scolipede, the tallest Bug-type Pokémon at just over eight feet! Scolipede can ruthlessly attack foes with its giant horns, as well as grip them and inject venom using the small claws running up its long neck.
In the video games, Scolipede has good potential as a speedy physical attacker. While it has access to X-Scissor and Poison Jab as physical STAB attacks, it can run Megahorn over X-Scissor, trading off accuracy for higher base power. Scolipede also has great coverage options in Earthquake and Aqua Tail, and Swords Dance as a popular status move for setting up Attack boosts. Because Scolipede is somewhat lacking in bulk, switching in to Stealth Rock can present a serious issue to this Pokémon. It also helps to run it with its hidden ability, Speed Boost, so that it has a greater chance to hit before the enemy. It should be noted that in Generation V, the Venipede line had the more situational Quick Feet as its hidden ability; however, transferring a Quick Feet Venipede, Whirlipede, or Scolipede into a later game will change its ability to Speed Boost.
In the anime, Venipede made a notable appearance in the episode A Venipede Stampede! in which incredible numbers of the Centipede Pokémon were swarming throughout Castelia City. Several trainers had been tasked by the mayor of Castelia City to drive the group of Venipede away by force, but thanks largely to the city’s own Gym Leader, Burgh, it was demonstrated that the Venipede could be dealt with gently instead. Burgh was later revealed to have a Whirlipede of his own during his battle against Ash; despite having the type advantage, however, Whirlipede ultimately lost to Ash’s newly evolved Swadloon. Perhaps had Bug-type expert Burgh simply had Whirlipede keep spamming Steamroller over trying Solar Beam, the outcome might’ve been different? Some time after that, a Scolipede appeared under the ownership of another Unovan Gym Leader: namely, Roxie of Virbank City Gym. This time around, Scolipede appropriately defeated Ash’s now fully-evolved Leavanny, but subsequently lost to Pignite’s literal firepower. Additionally, aggressive wild Scolipede have been seen as obstacles to Ash and his companions from time to time, much like the purpose Beedrill swarms often serve outside of the Unova region.
Here are some questions to consider to get conversation Steamrolling like a Whirlipede. You don't have to answer all of them or any of them in your post as long as you're staying on topic and within global forum rules.
◦ Do you like or dislike this Pokémon? Why?
◦ How is this Pokémon in-game?
◦ How is this Pokémon in competitive play? Are there any interesting strategies you like to use for them?
◦ Do you like this Pokémon's representation in the anime? Are there any moments or qualities in particular you enjoy/dislike?
◦ How do you think this Pokémon would interact with our world?
◦ If given the power to, would you change anything about this Pokémon and if so, what would you change?
◦ How do Venipede and its evolutions compare to other Bug/Poison-types?
◦ Should any other Pokémon have their abilities updated? If so, which ones?
If you have any suggestions for Pokémon you'd like to discuss in the future just leave your ideas at the bottom of your post. Make sure you give your thoughts about the current Pokémon first!
Thanks to @PinkIceFox for suggesting this Pokémon of the Week!
Previous Pokémon of the Week:
- Pokémon of the Week #1: Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, & Venusaur
- Pokémon of the Week #2: Scraggy & Scrafty
- Pokémon of the Week #3: Gulpin & Swalot
- Pokémon of the Week #4: Porygon, Porygon2, & Porygon-Z
- Pokémon of the Week #5: Emolga
- Pokémon of the Week #6: Rufflet & Braviary
- Pokémon of the Week #7: Ditto
- Pokémon of the Week #8: Wynaut & Wobbuffet
- Pokémon of the Week #9: Sneasel & Weavile
- Pokémon of the Week #10: Murkrow & Honchkrow
- Pokémon of the Week #11: Houndour & Houndoom
- Pokémon of the Week #12: Exeggcute & Exeggutor
- Pokémon of the Week #13: Gastly, Haunter, & Gengar
- Pokemon of the Week #14: Smoochum & Jynx
- Pokémon of the Week #15: Beldum, Metang, & Metagross
- Pokémon of the Week #16: Bidoof
- Pokémon of the Week # 17: Deerling and Sawsbuck
- Pokémon of the Week #18: Munchlax and Snorlax
- Pokémon of the Week #19: Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff
- Pokémon of the Week #20: Nincada, Ninjask, and Shedinja
- Pokémon of the Week #21: Pumpkaboo & Gourgeist
- Pokémon of the Week #22: Mudkip, Marshtomp, and Swampert
- Pokémon of the Week #23: Froakie, Frogadier, and Greninja
- Pokémon of the Week #24: Rattata & Raticate
- Pokémon of the Week #25: Mimikyu
- Pokémon of the Week #26: Mareep, Flaaffy, & Ampharos
- Pokémon of the Week #27: Delibird
- Pokémon of the Week #28: Espeon
- Pokémon of the Week #29: Rowlet, Dartrix, & Decidueye
- Pokémon of the Week #30: Popplio, Brionne, & Primarina
- Pokémon of the Week #31: Litten, Torracat, & Incineroar
- Pokémon of the Week #32: Woobat & Swoobat
- Pokémon of the Week #33: Vulpix & Ninetales
- Pokémon of the Week #34: Mewtwo
- Pokémon of the Week #35: Shellos & Gastrodon
- Pokémon of the Week #36: Weedle, Kakuna, & Beedrill
- Pokémon of the Week #37: Alomomola
- Pokémon of the Week #38: Pidove, Tranquill, & Unfezant
- Pokémon of the Week #39: Darkrai
- Pokémon of the Week #40: MissingNo.
- Pokémon of the Week #41: Pikachu
- Pokémon of the Week #42: Bonsly & Sudowoodo
- Pokémon of the Week #43: Wingull & Pelliper
- Pokémon of the Week #44: Swirlix & Slurpuff
- Pokémon of the Week #45: Lotad, Lombre, & Ludicolo
- Pokémon of the Week #46: Kangakhan
- Pokémon of the Week #47: Riolu & Lucario
- Pokémon of the Week #48: Raichu
- Pokémon of the Week #49: Magikarp & Gyarados
- Pokémon of the Week #50: Horsea, Seadra & Kingdra
- Pokémon of the Week #51: Elgyem & Beheeyem
- Pokémon of the Week #52: Scyther & Scizor
- Pokémon of the Week #53: Crabrawler & Crabominable
- Pokémon of the Week #54: Rotom
- Pokémon of the Week #55: Numel & Camerupt
- Pokémon of the Week #56: Sableye
- Pokémon of the Week #57: Corsola
- Pokémon of the Week #58: Diglett & Dugtrio
- Pokémon of the Week #59: Klink, Klang,Klinklang
- Pokémon of the Week #60: Caterpie, Metapod, Butterfree
- Pokémon of the Week #61: Gible, Gabite & Garchomp
- Pokémon of the Week #62: Celebi
- Pokémon of the Week #63: Feebas & Milotic
- Pokémon of the Week #64: Honedge, Doublade & Aegislash
- Pokémon of the Week #65: Shieldon & Bastiodon
- Pokémon of the Week #66: Zorua & Zoroark
- Pokémon of the Week #67: Zubat, Golbat, & Crobat
- Pokémon of the Week #68: Swinub, Piloswine, & Mamoswine
- Pokémon of the Week #69: Wimpod & Golisopod
- Pokémon of the Week #70: Farfetch’d
- Pokémon of the Week #71: Jangmo-o, Hakamo-o & Kommo-o
- Pokémon of the Week #72: Gallade
- Pokémon of the Week #73: Snover and Abomasnow
- Pokémon of the Week #74: Voltorb and Electrode
- Pokémon of the Week #75: Pawniard and Bisharp
- Pokémon of the Week #76: Mew
- Pokémon of the Week #77: Suicune
- Pokémon of the Week #78: Charmander, Charmeleon, and Charizard
- Pokémon of the Week #79: Luvdisc
- Pokémon of the Week #80: Rockruff and Lycanroc
- Pokémon of the Week #81: Snorunt, Glalie, and Froslass
- Pokémon of the Week #82: Zigzagoon & Linoone
- Pokémon of the Week #83: Togedemaru
- Pokémon of the Week #84: Koffing and Weezing
- Pokémon of the Week #85: Cleffa, Clefairy & Clefable
- Pokémon of the Week #86: Absol
- Pokémon of the Week #87: Dhelmise
- Pokémon of the Week #88: Ponyta & Rapidash