Tarountula

Tarountula

Tarountula appears in the English print of Scarlet & Violet, released on March 31, 2023. Tarountula is a common rarity and 40 HP. The Scarlet & Violet set contains 258 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Pani Kobayashi.

Collector Insights

Tarountula is a Grass-type Pokémon with 40 HP and a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. It features a single attack named String Shot, which costs one Grass and one Colorless energy to deal 20 damage and has a secondary effect that may paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon. The card’s flavor text highlights its unique ability to produce a thread as strong as wire, though the secret behind its durability remains under study. Designed by artist Pani Kobayashi, Tarountula belongs to the Scarlet & Violet series, released in March 2023. Its weaknesses include Fire-type attacks, which deal double damage. As a Common rarity card, it offers a straightforward gameplay mechanic centered on its Grass-type attributes. The card’s rules and regulatory markings indicate it adheres to standard Pokémon TCG formatting. Overall, Tarountula’s design emphasizes its natural traits and the scientific intrigue surrounding its biological capabilities.

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.

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