クモのすSpider Web

Battles Type  Bug Category  Status PP  10(max. 16) Power  — Accuracy  —% Priority  0 Does not makecontact Not affected by Protect Affected byMagic Coat andMagic Bounce Not affected by Snatch Affected byMirror Move Not affected by King's Rock

Range Opponent Opponent Opponent Self Ally Ally Normal: May affect anyone adjacent to the user

Availability Introduced  Generation II Not aTM,TR,HM, orMove Tutor move.

Contests Condition  Smart Appeal  2♥♥ Jam  0  Makes all Pokémon after the user nervous.

Super Contests Condition  Smart Appeal  2♥♥ Prevents the Voltage from going up in the same turn.

Contest Spectaculars Condition  Clever Appeal  2♥♥ Jamming  0  Makes the remaining Pokémon nervous.

On Smogon's Movedex: Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX

Spider Web (Japanese:クモのすSpider Web) is a non-damagingBug-typemove introduced inGeneration II. Prior toGeneration V, it was thesignature move ofSpinarak andAriados.

Effect

Generation II

Spider Webprevents the target fromswitching out orfleeing (including viaTeleport). It bypassesaccuracy checks to always hit, unless the target is in thesemi-invulnerable turn of a move such asDig orFly. Spider Web's effect only applies as long as the Pokémon that used it remains in battle.

It will hit the target even if it has usedProtect orDetect.

The affected Pokémon can still switch out viaBaton Pass, but in that case, the Pokémon that switches in will now be affected. Conversely, the Pokémon that used Spider Web can switch out with Baton Pass and the effects of Spider Web will still apply. Also, if the affected Pokémon isRoared at or hit with aWhirlwind, they will still be switched out.

If awild Pokémon uses Spider Web on the player's Pokémon, the player will be unable to escape.

Generations III and IV

Pokémon affected by Spider Web can escape (but not switch out) if the Pokémon has theAbilityRun Away or is holding aSmoke Ball.

It is now blocked byProtect,Detect andCrafty Shield.

Pokémon affected by Spider Web can now switch out withU-turn.

Spider Web can be used as the second move of aPokémon Contest combination, with the user gaining 2 bonus appeal points ifString Shot was used in the previous turn.

Generation V

If a Pokémon traps a target with Spider Web and then switches with Baton Pass the target will no longer be trapped. Pokémon affected by Spider Web can switch out withVolt Switch. Also,Dragon Tail andCircle Throw will force the affected Pokémon to switch out.

Generations VI and VII

Spider Web no longer affectsGhost-type Pokémon.

Pokémon affected by Spider Web can also switch out withParting Shot.

Spider Web can also be used as part of aContest Spectacular combination, giving the user an extra three appeal points ifString Shot was used in the prior turn. It can also be used to start a combination, causing certain moves (Explosion,Memento,Perish Song andSelf-Destruct) to give an extra three appeal points if used in the next turn.

If powered up by aBuginium Z into Z-Spider Web, the user'sDefense stat rises by one stage.

Generation VIII onwards

Spider Web cannot be selected in a battle.

Description

Learnset

Byleveling up

#	Pokémon		Types	Egg Groups		Level
						II	III	IV	V	VI	VII
											SMUSUM
0167		Spinarak		Bug		Bug	37	37	29	29	29	29
0168		Ariados		Bug		Bug	43	43	32	32	32	32
0595		Joltik		Bug		Bug				1	1	1
0596		Galvantula		Bug		Bug				1	1	1
0751		Dewpider		Water 1	Bug						8
0752		Araquanid		Water 1	Bug						1, 8
Bold indicates a Pokémon gainsSTAB from this move. Italics indicates a Pokémon whose Evolution or alternate form receives STAB from this move. A dash (−) indicates a Pokémon cannot learn the move by the designated method. An empty cell indicates a Pokémon that is unavailable in that game/generation.

In other games

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series

Spider Web targets the enemy in front and inflicts thestuck status condition (previously Leg Hold^RB and Shadow Hold^TDSBSL). This status prevents the Pokémon from moving (but may attack) and unable to switch places with the team leader. FromSuper Mystery Dungeon onward,Ghost-type Pokémon cannot become stuck. This move is affected byMagic Coat.

Pokémon Rumble Rush

Pokémon Rumble Rush, allstatus moves including Spider Web could only be used by opposing Pokémon and could not be obtained on any caught Pokémon. Spider Web could be seen as a move used by BossAriados.

Spider Web

Charge time	0.86 seconds
Range type	Circular (ranged)
Target	Enemy
Additional effect	Prevents the foe from moving

Description

In animation

Pokémon animated series

Spinarak Ariados Galvantula Dewpider
The user ensnares the target with a web made of thin, gooey silk so it can't flee.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Used In		Notes
	Spinarak releases multiple strings of white sticky thread from its mouth and abdomen all around, one after another. Eventually, the strings make a web.
Officer Jenny's Spinarak	Spinarak Attack		Debut
	Ariados shoots white string from its mouth or abdomen. The string then splits to form a web; or, Ariados spits cobwebs from its mouth.
Tōkichi's Ariados	Ariados, Amigos		None
Harley's Ariados	The Saffron Con		None
	Galvantula fires a thick white thread from its mouth. The thread then splits and becomes a web.
Multiple wild Galvantula	Crisis at Chargestone Cave!		None
	Dewpider fires multiple white sticky threads from its abdomen, forming a web.
A wild Dewpider	Dewpider Ascending!		None

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Spinarak Ariados Galvantula
The user ensnares the target with a web made of thin, gooey silk so it can't flee.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Spinarak spins thread repeatedly until it creates a large spider web. The spider web can trap the opponent.
Al's Spinarak	Into the Unown		Debut
	Ariados moves around the field until it creates a large spider web. The spider web can trap the opponent.
The Masked Man's Ariados	The Ariados up There		None
Janine's Ariados	Notorious Noctowl		None
	Galvantula releases an electrically charged thread from its mouth to create a spider web. If the opponent gets caught in it, they become shocked as well.
Black's Tula	Wheeling and Dealing		None

Pokémon: Yeah! I Got Pokémon!

Spinarak
The user creates a spider web to trap the opponent.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Spinarak creates a spider web.
Shu's Spinarak	GDZ50		Debut

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

Spinarak
The user shoots out web made of silk.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Spinarak shoots out web made of silk from its mouth.
Giovanni's Spinarak	Showdown at the Radio Tower!!		Debut

In other generations

Core series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	SV	Legends: Z-A	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	SV	Legends: Z-A	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Side series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	SV	Legends: Z-A	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Spin-off series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	SV	Legends: Z-A	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Trivia

• InGeneration III, the status screen erroneously states that the move has 100% accuracy, even though it ignores accuracy and evasion checks.
• SinceGeneration VIII, it is the only one ofMean Look's variants that cannot be used in a battle.

In other languages

Variations of the moveMean Look
Block •Mean Look •Spider Web

This article is part ofProject Moves and Abilities, aBulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on two related aspects of the Pokémon games.

• Moves
• Moves that can target any adjacent Pokémon
• Bug-type moves
• Smart moves
• Status moves
• Generation II moves
• Moves in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity
• Moves in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX
• Moves in Pokémon Rumble Rush
• Trapping moves
• Moves that cannot miss
• Moves unusable in Pokémon Sword and Shield
• Moves unusable in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet