Learn how to beat the Steel Titan, Orthworm, in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Discover recommended Pokémon, effective strategies, and what to expect in both phases of the fight.
Alright, let's get you prepped to take on the Steel Titan, Orthworm! This big guy is a Steel-type, so you'll want to bring Pokémon that hit hard with Fire, Fighting, or Ground moves. Aim to have your team around Level 29 before you challenge it. If you're not sure what to bring, check out the table below for some good options you might have found already!
Recommended Pokémon for the Steel Titan:
| Pokémon | Type |
| Diglett | Ground |
| Mudbray | Ground |
| Phanpy | Ground |
| Makuhita | Fighting |
| Mankey | Fighting |
| Litleo | Fire |
| Charcadet | Fire |
When it comes to battling Orthworm, some specific moves can really turn the tide. Moves like Diglett's Sand Attack, Mudbray's Bulldoze, Charcadet's Flame Charge, and Mankey's Low Kick are super effective here.
Orthworm has a few tricks up its sleeve. It can use Iron Tail, which lowers your Defense, making your Pokémon take more damage. It also has Headbutt, which can pack a punch. To counter this, make sure you're ready to heal up with Potions or Super Potions throughout the fight. Another move to watch out for is Wrap, which can damage you for a few turns. Just keep healing, and you'll be fine!
Important Note: Avoid using Pokémon that are strong against Dragon, Bug, Fairy, Ice, Flying, Grass, Normal, Psychic, and Rock types, as Orthworm resists these!
Round 2: The Buffed Orthworm
Once Orthworm's health drops into the red, it'll flee through a tunnel it creates. Just follow it down! This time, Arven will join you with his Toedscool, which is a Grass-type. While Toedscool's moves like Grass Knot and Supersonic might not seem super effective, Arven's help is always welcome. Orthworm gets a buff in this phase because it eats a Herba Mystica. All its attacks from the first round will hit harder, and it gains a new move: Sandstorm, which will chip away at your health. Just keep healing and focus on your attacks!
After the Battle: New Abilities!
Once you've defeated the Steel Titan, you'll unlock the 'Jump' ability for your Legendary Pokémon, Koraidon or Miraidon! You can activate it by pressing the [B] button to hop on, then holding [A] to jump much higher. This is a game-changer for exploring Paldea!
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