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Ariados

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Ariados

#168 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Long Leg Pokémon

Ariados sprite

Normal

Shiny Ariados sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Pokémon Black 2

It attaches silk to its prey and sets it free. Later, it tracks the silk to the prey and its friends.

Pokémon White 2

It attaches silk to its prey and sets it free. Later, it tracks the silk to the prey and its friends.

Details

Types

BugPoison

Category

Long Leg Pokémon

Height

1.1 m (3'07")

Weight

33.5 kg (73.9 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0168

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

70

250

344

Attack

90

166

306

Defense

70

130

262

Sp. Atk

60

112

240

Sp. Def

60

112

240

Speed

40

76

196

Total

390

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Ariados, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
90
Base Exp.
137

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
15

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Spinarak

Spinarak

#167

Level 22

Ariados

Ariados

#168

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Black 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 22

Daily mass outbreak40-5540%

Post-game, only while the daily gate monitor announces this map’s mass outbreak; no Lucky Encounter Pass Power assumption

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

StartString ShotBugStatus-9540

The targets are bound with silk blown from the user’s mouth. This silk reduces the targets’ Speed stat.

StartConstrictNormalPhysical1010035

The target is attacked with long, creeping tentacles or vines. It may also lower the target’s Speed stat.

StartScary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly reduce its Speed stat.

StartBug BiteBugPhysical6010020

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

5Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly reduce its Speed stat.

8ConstrictNormalPhysical1010035

The target is attacked with long, creeping tentacles or vines. It may also lower the target’s Speed stat.

12Leech LifeBugPhysical2010015

The user drains the target’s blood. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

15Night ShadeGhostSpecial-10015

The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage matching the user’s level.

19Shadow SneakGhostPhysical4010030

The user extends its shadow and attacks the target from behind. This move always goes first.

23Fury SwipesNormalPhysical188015

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes for two to five times in quick succession.

28Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the target is not readying an attack, however.

32Spider WebBugStatus--10

The user ensnares the target with thin, gooey silk so it can’t flee from battle.

37AgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.

41Pin MissileBugPhysical148520

Sharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.

46PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the target’s Sp. Def stat.

50Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

55Cross PoisonPoisonPhysical7010020

A slashing attack with a poisonous blade that may also leave the target poisoned. Critical hits land more easily.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden Power

Varies

Special30–7010015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM22Solar BeamGrassSpecial12010010

A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

TM76Struggle BugBugSpecial3010020

While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. The targets’ Sp. Atk stat is reduced.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
BounceFlyingPhysical85855

The user bounces up high, then drops on the target on the second turn. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

ElectrowebElectricSpecial559515

The user captures and attacks opposing Pokémon by using an electric net. It reduces the targets’ Speed stat.

Foul PlayDarkPhysical9510015

The user turns the target’s power against it. The higher the target’s Attack stat, the greater the damage.

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Signal BeamBugSpecial7510015

The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. It may also confuse the target.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

Learn these before evolving. The source column identifies the original method and level where applicable.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
Baton PassNormalStatus--40

Prior evolution: egg

The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting, passing along any stat changes.

DisableNormalStatus-10020

Prior evolution: egg

For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used.

Night SlashDarkPhysical7010015

Prior evolution: egg

The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily.

PsybeamPsychicSpecial6510020

Prior evolution: egg

The target is attacked with a peculiar ray. It may also cause confusion.

PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

Prior evolution: egg

An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle.

Rage PowderBugStatus--20

Prior evolution: egg

The user scatters a cloud of irritating powder to draw attention to itself. Opponents aim only at the user.

Sonic BoomNormalSpecial-9020

Prior evolution: egg

The target is hit with a destructive shock wave that always inflicts 20 HP damage.

Toxic SpikesPoisonStatus--20

Prior evolution: egg

The user lays a trap of poison spikes at the opponent’s feet. They poison opponents that switch into battle.

TwineedleBugPhysical2510020

Prior evolution: egg

The user damages the target twice in succession by jabbing it with two spikes. It may also poison the target.

These moves require the labeled trade, transfer or historical gift route. Individual options do not establish that every combination is legal.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.

EndureNormalStatus--10

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Natural Gift

Varies

Physical-10015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Swarm

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch.

Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Insomnia

Ability Slot 2

Prevents the Pokémon from falling asleep.

Prevents sleep.

Sniper(Hidden Ability)

Powers up moves if they become critical hits.

Strengthens critical hits to inflict 3× damage rather than 2×.

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