Wimpod

Bug/Water

1 male/1 female

Golisopod

Bug/Water

1 male/1 female

The embodiment of the Fight or Flight instinct.

Description

Wimpod is a small, scuttling Bug. It is usually quite flat on the ground, to the point that its legs will rarely be seen. The exoskeleton is a hardened layer of blue-grey materiel that can be compared to layered bands of armor. A ridge of purple exoskeleton circles the lower front. Highly sensitive feelers and antennae come from the tail and between the eyes respectively. Unlike its ancient relative, Kabuto, the eyes are located on its dorsal surface rather than its ventral surface.

Golisopod is a massive, powerful Bug. The most common description for this thing is 'a samurai with eight limbs'. Two sturdy hind legs support its mass out of the water, four smaller manipulator limbs dangle in front of its chest, and the massive and armored clawed forelimbs clearly display its predatory might. The segmented armor is, for the most part, a reflective blue-grey that distorts its appearance underwater, giving it ample camouflage for its purposes. Its threatening appearance is partially a bluff to avoid fights, as this goliath is actually quite gentle and sedate.

Both stages are characterized by keen senses that reinforce the Fight or Flight instinct. Wimpod will Wimp Out the moment it thinks it is in danger and flee. Golisopod, while it rarely needs to run, can make good on its Emergency Exit plans on a moment's notice. Golisopod gains a substantial burst in speed when it is fleeing a life-threatening situation.

Battle Characteristics

Golisopod has moderate Constitution. Both Power and Speed are low, with Speed being quite low. Its armor enhances its Resistance to decent levels. Its hydraulic muscular system and heavy armor grant incredible Strength and Toughness. The heavy armor actually slows it down, as it was, on average, twice as fast as a Wimpod.

Aside from Razor Shell and Liquidation, most of Golisopod's damaging moves are Bug or Fighting. TM usage offers more Water moves, along with a limited arsenal of other moves.

First Impression, the signature move of Golisopod, is actually a sophisticated martial arts technique. It uses the initial movements and confusion of entering battle to attack with incredible force.

Legends/Folklore

Wimpod fleeing, not just ducking into a bolt hole but actually abandoning an area is usually a good indicator that something bad is happening there.

Golisopod is a bug of honor and valor. Discretion is the better part of valor. Golisopod will not fight to the death. It prefers to avoid needless battle as it scavenges in the water.

Golisopod will not hesitate to grab its trainer and run from danger if it decides that further battle will hinder its future ability to protect its trainer.

Life Cycle/Evolution Conditions

Wimpod are protected by their adult parents, either being led to safety by a Wimpod parent, or guarded by a Golisopod. Evolution tends to occur when they develop courage.

Diet

Scavengers. They eat anything, including rotten or spoiled foods. The Golisopod will, if desperate, kill for a meal. It would prefer peaceful scavenging.

Breeding

Bug and Water 3. Eggs are laid in clutches of five annually, though the exact timing varies. Not popular due to the difficulty of raising them, drives down the price to 13,500P. There is not much hazard pay because the only way a breeder will get their hands on the eggs is if the parent trusts the breeder in the first place.

Wild Behavior/Threat Level

Timid as a Wimpod. Far more likely to run away that to even let a human get a good look at them. It can take days or weeks of gradual approaching to get a wild one to stick around.

Golisopod will not bother a human unless the human starts it or it wants to warn the human of danger.

Bonding and Care

Gentle. Be very gentle with the timid Wimpod. Patience and not yelling are also important.

Human/Pokémon Relations

Wimpod and Golisopod can grow to like humans, but are not popular. Those that do raise them swear by them. Essentially, a niche market, but deeply loved by those that occupy that market.

With Family

Should a member of this line accept the trainer's family, it will be fine with them. They certainly keep a home clean.

Team Compatibility

Wimpod will run from most any team member until it gets used to them. Golisopod will not tolerate bullying within a team.

Warning

Wimpod might dig into walls and flooring to make a safe den. Golisopod is unlikely to harm its trainer, but could hurt the trainer on accident due to its astounding strength.

Summary

Not the most popular bugs, but cherished by their fans.