How to Beat Orthworm: Steel Titan To

Learn how to defeat Orthworm, the Steel Titan, in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This guide covers its weaknesses, stats, and effective strategies to overcome this powerful foe.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Type: Steel / Ground
• Weaknesses: Fighting, Ground, Fire, Water
• Resistances: Normal, Flying, Rock, Bug, Steel, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, Fairy
• Immunity: Poison
• Abilities: Earth Eater (Heals when hit by a Ground-type move)
• Key Stats: High Defense and HP, moderate Attack

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Standard Combat
   Orthworm will use its physical attacks and can burrow underground to avoid damage and reposition.
2. Phase 2: Burrowing and Eruption
   Orthworm burrows deeper and causes tremors. It will then erupt from the ground, dealing area-of-effect damage.
3. Phase 3: Desperation Attacks
   As its health gets low, Orthworm may use more powerful attacks and potentially use its signature move, Shed Tail, to recover HP.

Strategy:

• Lead with Fighting-types: Pokémon with strong Fighting-type moves are your best bet due to their super-effective damage against Steel/Ground. Examples include Lucario, Gallade, or Great Tusk.
• Utilize Ground, Fire, or Water moves: While Fighting is primary, these types are also super-effective and can be useful if your Fighting-types are struggling or have fainted.
• Watch for Burrowing: When Orthworm burrows, it's often preparing for a powerful attack or to reposition. Be ready to dodge or switch to a more defensive Pokémon.
• Beware Earth Eater: If you are using Ground-type moves, be mindful that Orthworm will heal. It's generally better to stick to Fighting, Fire, or Water.
• Status Conditions: While not its biggest weakness, inflicting status conditions like Burn or Paralysis can help chip away at its health over time.
• Terastalization: Consider Terastalizing your Pokémon to Fighting-type to boost your offensive power, or to a defensive type that resists Orthworm's attacks if you need to survive a heavy hit.
• Heal and Revive: Keep Potions and Revives handy, as Orthworm can hit hard, especially with its physical attacks.