Drapion (Pokémon)

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Drapion Ogre Scorpion Pokémon ドラピオン Dorapion #0452 Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type Poison Dark Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
Abilities Battle Armor or Sniper Cacophony Cacophony Keen Eye Hidden Ability Cacophony Hidden Ability Cacophony Cacophony
Gender ratio Unknown 50% male, 50% female	Catch rate 45 (11.9%)
Breeding Egg Groups Bug and Water 3 Hatch time 5140 - 5396 steps
Height 4'03" 1.3 m Drapion 0'0" 0 m {{{form2}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form3}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form4}}}	Weight 135.6 lbs. 61.5 kg Drapion 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form2}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form3}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form4}}}
Mega Stone [[|]] [[|]]
Base experience yield 204 Gen. IV Unknown IV 175 V+	Leveling rate Slow
EV yield Total: 2 Drapion 0 HP 0 Atk 2 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed
Shape	Footprint {{{form2}}}
Pokédex color   Purple	Base friendship 70
External Links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Drapion (Japanese: ドラピオン Dorapion) is a dual-type Poison/Dark Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

It evolves from Skorupi starting at level 40.

Biology

Drapion is a large, purple, scorpion-like Pokémon. Its eyes are a pointed shape, with blue-colored upper portions. Drapion has two small, pointed protrusions between its eyes, and one on the back of its head. Drapion also has protrusions on its jaws, two on the upper and three on the lower, with large, fang-like, white-colored features extending from its mouth. Its body is composed of many violet-to-lavender body segments which end with a tail with two stingers. Drapion has four segmented legs with pointed toes. Its most distinguishing feature is its huge claws. It can turn its head 180 degrees.

Drapion is a very aggressive Pokémon, attacking anything that enters its territory. It primarily lives in deserts and otherwise rocky environments. Drapion has a sturdy build and takes pride in its strength, being able to take down foes even without the use of its deadly toxin. Drapion has enough power to easily scrap a car, while its hard, armor-like skin can deflect sword strikes. Due to its vicious nature and brutish temperament, it's known as the Sand Demon, but is known to avoid fights with Hippowdon. Drapion tends to go on rampages and causes havoc on anything in its way.

In the anime

Drapion in the anime

Major appearances

Drapion debuted in Mutiny in the Bounty!, under the ownership of J. It was used to battle Ash's Pikachu, Aipom, and Turtwig. It reappeared in Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (Part 2), where J ordered it to wrap its claws around Ash's midsection and squeeze tightly on it.

In A Trainer and Child Reunion!, Aaron owns a Drapion. In Aiding the Enemy!, it battled Cynthia's Garchomp but lost.

In Familiarity Breeds Strategy!, Paul used a Drapion to battle Ash. In A Real Rival Rouser!, it managed to defeat Buizel, Staraptor, and Torterra, before losing to Gliscor in Battling a Thaw in Relations!.

In From A to Z!, Celosia owns a Drapion. It reappeared in Meeting at Terminus Cave!, A Towering Takeover!, and The Right Hero for the Right Job!.

In Trade, Borrow, and Steal!, James pulled a Drapion from the Rocket Prize Master. It was used to battle Goh, only for Drapion to be distracted by the honey and not the battle. It was later sent blasting off by Heracross.

Minor appearances

In Chim - Charred!, Paul attempted to catch a Drapion, but it is unclear if he actually succeeded.

In One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!, the Pokémon Summer Academy lent a Drapion to one of the students for use during the first leg of the Pokémon Triathlon.

In a flashback in A Pyramiding Rage!, Reggie used a Drapion to battle Brandon.

A Drapion appeared in the opening sequence of Giratina and the Sky Warrior.

A Drapion appeared in the opening sequence of Zoroark: Master of Illusions.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry DP020 Drapion Ash's Pokédex Drapion, the Ogre Scorp Pokémon. Its claws give off a deadly poison and they are powerful enough to turn an automobile into scrap iron. DP186 Drapion Dawn's Pokédex Drapion, the Ogre Scorp Pokémon, and the evolved form of Skorupi. With its sturdy body, Drapion takes pride in its strength, defeating opponents without the need for poison.

In the manga

Drapion in Pokémon Adventures

Darkrai Mission Story: Pokémon Ranger Vatonage - the Comic

A Drapion appeared in Mission Complete as one of the Pokémon Kincaid controlled.

Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl

A Drapion appeared in PDP03.

Pocket Monsters Platinum: Aim to Be Battle King!!

Drapion appeared under the ownership of a Trainer who battled Yū's Lucario.

Pokémon Adventures

In Dramatic Drapion & Crafty Kricketune I, two Scientists working for Team Galactic fought Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum while guarding Lake Valor. One of these scientists used a Drapion, whose ability to turn its head 180 degrees, abled it to find Diamond's hiding Munchlax, Lax, with ease. Drapion reappeared in a flashback in Luring in a Lickilicky.

A Drapion appeared in Deprogramming Porygon-Z, under the ownership of a School Kid.

Aaron's Drapion debuted in Tackling Togekiss.

Ghetsis's Drapion first appeared in The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition.

A Drapion appeared in PS585.

Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!

B-2 of Team Galactic uses a Drapion while attacking Hareta on Iron Island in Serious Training on Iron Island!!. The ensuing battle causes Hareta's Shinx to evolve into Luxio.

Another Drapion was conditioned by Charon into a mindless battle machine in Charon Must Be Stopped!.

In the TCG

Main article: Drapion (TCG)

Game data

NPC appearances

• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Drapion is part of Team AWD, a team that pursues the challenges of Zero Isle.
• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: Team AWD are shown in the Team Charm Special Episode, being the major antagonists of the story.

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Sinnoh #128 Johto #— Diamond It has the power in its clawed arms to make scrap of a car. The tips of its claws release poison. Pearl Its body is encased in a sturdy shell. Its head rotates 180 degrees, eliminating blind spots. Platinum Possessing a sturdy build, it takes pride in its strength, taking down foes without using toxins. HeartGold It attacks people and Pokémon that cross the desert. This has only furthered its bad reputation. SoulSilver
Generation V Unova B2W2: #202 Black Possessing a sturdy build, it takes pride in its strength, taking down foes without using toxins. White Black 2 It takes pride in its strength. Even though it can tear foes apart, it finishes them off with powerful poison. White 2
Generation VI Kalos Mountain #016 Hoenn #— X It takes great pride in its strength. Even though it can tear foes apart, it finishes them off with powerful poison. Y It has the power in its clawed arms to make scrap of a car. The tips of its claws release poison. Omega Ruby It takes great pride in its strength. Even though it can tear foes apart, it finishes them off with powerful poison. Alpha Sapphire It has the power in its clawed arms to make scrap of a car. The tips of its claws release poison.
Generation VII Alola #— Kanto #— This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII Galar #286 Galar Isle of Armor #051 Sinnoh #128 Hisui #149 Sword Its poison is potent, but it rarely sees use. This Pokémon prefers to use physical force instead, going on rampages with its car-crushing strength. Shield It's so vicious that it's called the Sand Demon. Yet when confronted by Hippowdon, Drapion keeps a low profile and will never pick a fight. Brilliant Diamond It has the power in its clawed arms to make scrap of a car. The tips of its claws release poison. Shining Pearl Its body is encased in a sturdy shell. Its head rotates 180 degrees, eliminating blind spots. Legends: Arceus Has a brutish, ferocious temperament. With immense strength and a sturdy shell off which swords will bounce, it rampages about and wreaks havoc.
Generation IX Paldea #— This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation IX.

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Great Marsh (after obtaining National Pokédex) Platinum Great Marsh (after obtaining National Pokédex) HeartGold SoulSilver Evolve Skorupi
Generation V Black White Evolve Dream World Skorupi Black 2 White 2 Evolve Skorupi
Generation VI X Y Route 19, Friend Safari (Poison) Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Evolve Skorupi
Generation VII Sun Moon Trade Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Ultra Space Wilds (Rocky World) Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee Unobtainable
Generation VIII Sword Shield Route 8, Lake of Outrage Bridge Field, Motostoke Riverbank (Wanderer) East Lake Axewell, Giant's Cap, Motostoke Riverbank, North Lake Miloch (Max Raid Battle) Expansion Pass Challenge Beach, Soothing Wetlands, Training Lowlands (Wanderer) Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure) Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Great Marsh (after obtaining National Pokédex) Legends: Arceus Ginkgo LandingAlpha Massive mass outbreaks - Crimson Mirelands, Cobalt Coastlands
Generation IX Scarlet Violet Unobtainable

In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV MD Time MD Darkness Spacial Rift (B1F-B6F) MD Sky Spacial Rift (B1F-B6F) Ranger: SoA Cargo Ship (during mission) Rumble Eternal Tower Ranger: GS Layuda Island, Forest Temple
Generation V Rumble Blast Desert: Rugged Flats Conquest Viperia, Yaksha Rumble U Model Train Room: All Aboard!, Sealed Door: The Place to Return To
Generation VI Battle Trozei Infinite Ruins: Stage 1 Shuffle Desert Umbra: Stage 347 Rumble World Legend Terrain: Sky Crest Range (Center Boss, Back, Special)
Generation VII Rumble Rush Garchomp Sea, Zygarde Sea, Arceus Sea, Garchomp SeaFinal, Zygarde SeaFinal

Held items

Game		Held Item(s)
Diamond	Pearl	Poison Barb (5%)
Platinum
X	Y	Poison Barb (5%)
Ultra Sun	Ultra Moon	Poison Barb (5%)
Sword	Shield	Poison Barb (5%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 70		130 - 177	250 - 344
Attack: 90		85 - 156	166 - 306
Defense: 110		103 - 178	202 - 350
Sp. Atk: 60		58 - 123	112 - 240
Sp. Def: 75		72 - 139	139 - 273
Speed: 95		90 - 161	175 - 317
Total: 500	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed 1/2 ★☆	Power 4/5 ★★★★☆
Skill 4/5 ★★★★☆	Stamina 4/4 ★★★★
Jump 2/2 ★★	Total 15/18 ★★★

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:

Damaged normally by: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 1× Poison ½× Ground 2× Rock 1× Bug 1× Ghost ½× Steel 1× Fire 1× Water 1× Grass ½× Electric 1× Psychic 0× Ice 1× Dragon 1× Dark ½× Fairy 1× None

Weak to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 1× Poison ½× Ground 2× Rock 1× Bug 1× Ghost ½× Steel 1× Fire 1× Water 1× Grass ½× Electric 1× Psychic 0× Ice 1× Dragon 1× Dark ½× Fairy 1× None

Immune to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 1× Poison ½× Ground 2× Rock 1× Bug 1× Ghost ½× Steel 1× Fire 1× Water 1× Grass ½× Electric 1× Psychic 0× Ice 1× Dragon 1× Dark ½× Fairy 1× None

Resistant to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 1× Poison ½× Ground 2× Rock 1× Bug 1× Ghost ½× Steel 1× Fire 1× Water 1× Grass ½× Electric 1× Psychic 0× Ice 1× Dragon 1× Dark ½× Fairy 1× None

Notes: If Miracle Eye is used by an opponent or this Pokémon is given a Ring Target, the effectiveness of  Psychic-type  moves is 2×.

Learnset

Generation IX Other generations: IV - V - VI - VII - VIII - IX
This Pokémon is unavailable within Generation IX. Click on the generation numbers above to see Drapion's learnsets from other generations.

TCG-only moves

Move	Card
Stomp	Drapion (Diamond & Pearl 23)
Body Slam	Drapion 4 (Rising Rivals 17)

Side game data

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky Body size: 1 Recruit rate: -12% IQ group: C
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Group: Poison Poké Assist: Poison Field move: None Browser entry R-174 It spits poison needles and a poisonous fluid. It also forms poisonous puddles to attack.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Group: Poison Poké Assist: (present) Poison Field move: (present) (Crush ×4) Poké Assist: (past) Bug Field move: (past) (Crush ×1) Browser entry R-263/N-051 It releases poison that make Pokémon Tired.
Pokémon Rumble Attack ●●● Defense ●●●● Speed ●●●			Pokémon Rumble Blast Attack ●●● Defense ●●●● Speed ●●●
Pokémon Rumble Rush Walking Speed: 2.4 seconds Base HP: 53 Base Attack: 79 Base Defense: 58 Base Speed: 60
Pokémon Conquest HP: ★★★ Move: Cross Poison Attack: ★★★ Ability 1: Battle Armor Ability 2: Sniper Ability 3: Vanguard Defense: ★★★★ Speed: ★★★★ Evolves from Skorupi when its Defense is 90 or higher Range: 3 Perfect Links: Kashinkoji and Seikurō
Pokémon Battle Trozei Poison Attack Power: ★★★★★			Pokémon Shuffle Poison Attack Power: 70 - 110 5 #449 Power of 5+ Deals even more damage when you make a match of five.
Pokémon GO Base Stamina: 172 Base Attack: 180 Base Defense: 202 Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 5 km Evolution Requirement: N/A Fast Attacks: Poison Sting, Infestation, Bite*, Ice Fang* Charged Attacks: Crunch, Aqua Tail, Sludge Bomb, Fell Stinger*, Frustration, Return

Evolution

Unevolved Skorupi  Poison  Bug

Level 40 →

First evolution Drapion  Poison  Dark

Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation V Black White Black 2 White 2 Front Back Front Back
Generation VI X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Front Back Front Back
Generation VII Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Front Back Front Back
Generation VIII Sword Shield Legends: Arceus HOME

For other sprites and images, please see Drapion images on the Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• Drapion was designed by Kenkichi Toyama.^{[citation needed]}
• Drapion and Skorupi are the only Generation IV Pokémon to have an insectoid body.
  • Drapion and Skorupi are also the only Generation IV Pokémon in the Water 3 Egg Group.

Origin

Drapion is likely based on a scorpion, and has some characteristics that resemble a vinegarroon (a similar arachnid). Its Water 3 Egg Group designation may be a reference to the ancient group of arthropods known as sea scorpions that used to inhabit the oceans and may have been the ancestors of modern scorpions.

Name origin

Drapion and Dorapion may be a combination of dragon, drastic (referring to its violent nature), or Dracula (referring to its huge vampire-looking teeth) and scorpion.

In other languages

Language Title Meaning Japanese ドラピオン Dorapion From dragon, drastic, or Dracula, and scorpion French Drascore From dragon, drastique, and scorpion Spanish Drapion Same as English name German Piondragi From Skorpion, Dracula, and Gift Italian Drapion Same as English name Korean 드래피온 Drapion Transcription of Japanese name Mandarin Chinese 龍王蠍 / 龙王蝎 Lóngwángxiē From 龍 / 龙 lóng, 王 wáng, and 蠍 / 蝎 xiē Cantonese Chinese 龍王蠍 Lùhngwòhngkit From 龍 lùhng, 王 wòhng, and 蠍 kit

More languages Hindi ड्रेपिओन Drapion Transcription of English name Thai โดราเปียน Dorapian Transcription of Japanese name

Related articles

• Team AWD

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