Tangela
Tangela is a Grass-type Pokémon known for its unique appearance. It is often seen with only its eyes visible through the tangle of vines. Tangela is known for its agility and evasive maneuvers, using its vines to entangle and confuse opponents during battles.
| National Pokedex No: 0114 |
| Type: |
| Category: Vine Pokémon |
| Height: 1.0 m (3′03″) |
| Weight : 35.0 kg (77.2 lbs) |
| Gender: 50% ♂, 50 % ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities: Chlorophyll or Leaf Guard/Regenerator |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Tangela is a Pokémon with distinct physical characteristics. It has a spherical body covered in a mass of blue vines or tendrils. The vines covering Tangela’s body are numerous, densely packed, and composed of a flexible material. They have a slightly blue hue and a smooth texture.
The vines grow continuously, allowing Tangela to extend or retract them as needed. The growth rate can be influenced by factors like its environment and overall health. Upon closer inspection, the vines are revealed to have fine, hair-like structures covering their surfaces. These hairs may serve various purposes, including sensory functions or protection against certain environmental elements.
Despite being mostly concealed, Tangela’s eyes are expressive. The eyes are typically round and black. They can convey emotions such as happiness, curiosity, or alertness, adding a touch of personality to this Pokémon.
Tangela is a medium-sized Pokémon, with its vines extending to various lengths.The actual body of Tangela remains a mystery due to the obscuring vines. The exact shape and features of its core body are concealed, leaving much to the imagination.
Tangela’s unique combination of hidden features and versatile vines contribute to its intriguing and distinctive appearance in the Pokémon universe.
Behaviour
Tangela’s behavior is shaped by its natural instincts and characteristics.
Tangela is known for its elusive and mysterious behavior. The thick vines that cover its body not only provide protection but also make it challenging to observe its actual demeanor and expressions. Tangela tends to be cautious and shy, especially in unfamiliar or threatening situations. Its elusive behavior allows it to blend into its surroundings, making it less conspicuous to potential threats.
When faced with a threat, Tangela utilizes its dense tangle of vines for defense. It can rapidly extend and retract these vines, creating a formidable barrier against predators or adversaries. Tangela displays remarkable control over its vines. Beyond defense, it uses them for various purposes, such as capturing prey, navigating through its environment, or interacting with its surroundings.
Tangela’s behavior can be influenced by its environment. Changes in climate, terrain, or the presence of other Pokémon may affect how Tangela reacts and adapts to different situations. Tangela may exhibit territorial instincts, particularly in areas it considers its home. It could become defensive if its territory is encroached upon or if it perceives a threat to its habitat.
Despite being mostly hidden, Tangela’s eyes play a crucial role in expressing its emotions. Observing its eyes provides insight into its mood, whether it’s content, alert, or wary.
While Tangela’s behavior is inherently tied to its vines and elusive demeanor, the specifics may vary among individual Pokémon based on factors like experience, training, and environmental influences.
Evolution
Tangela evolves into Tangrowth under certain conditions.
Tangela needs to learn the move Ancient Power to evolve. This move is crucial for triggering its evolution into Tangrowth. Ancient Power is a Rock-type move that Tangela may learn through leveling up or other means like TM (Technical Machine). After Tangela has Ancient Power in its moveset, it needs to gain a level through experience points. This can be achieved by participating in battles and earning experience.
Upon reaching the required level while knowing Ancient Power, Tangela’s evolution into Tangrowth is triggered. Tangela undergoes a significant physical transformation into Tangrowth. Tangrowth typically experiences an increase in its base stats, enhancing its overall strength and capabilities.
Understanding this evolutionary progression provides trainers with insights into the Pokémon’s growth and development.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
In the episode “Pokémon Scent-sation!”, Tangela, under Erika’s ownership, showcased its strength in a Gym battle against Ash. Using its vines and Stun Spore, Tangela incapacitated opponents, defeating Bulbasaur. Recalled against Charmander, a second Tangela appeared in Celadon Gym. Erika’s Tangela reappeared in “I Choose You!”, battling Pikachu but facing defeat in an alternate series continuity.
In “Gulpin it Down” Officer Jenny utilized Tangela to counter a massive Gulpin invasion encroaching on the town.
Anime Minor Appearances
Tangela featured in various episodes, battling Brock‘s Vulpix (”Princess vs. Princessand”) participating in events like a circus (”It’s Mr. Mime Time”) and Pokémon breeding competition (”Beauty and the Breeder”). It sensed a disturbance in “The Power of One” and protected the Tin Tower in “For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!”. Multiple Tangela lived at Professor Oak‘s Laboratory in “Alola, Kanto!” and appeared entangled in vines in “Sleuths for Truth!”.
Tangela also appeared in ”The Kangaskhan Kid”, ”Pikachu’s Vacation”, ”Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure” (wild one), ” Celebi: The Voice of the Forest”, ”Throwing in the Noctowl” and ”From Cradle to Save” (owned by a student at the Pokémon Ninja School).
A Trainer’s Tangela appeared in the episodes:
- ”Friends to the End” (seen at the closing ceremonies of the Indigo Plateau Conference)
- ”The Grass Route” (participated in the Grass Tournament)
- ”This Could be the Start of Something Big!”
A Coordinator’s Tangela appeared in the episode ”A Hurdle for Squirtle” (participated in the Saffron City Pokémon Contest).
Manga Appearances
Magical Pokémon Journey
In this manga Tangela appeared in ”Tangela’s Secret”.
Pokémon Adventures
Multiple Tangela were used as corpses by Koga’s Gastly in “Sigh for Psyduck.” Tangela also made appearances in various contexts, including a silhouette when Green discusses Mew (”The Jynx Jinx”), and owned by Erika in ”Blame it on Eevee”. In “A Flaaffy Kerfuffle” Tangela featured in Professor Oak’s fantasy, emphasizing the six-Pokémon limit. Additionally, a Tangela participated in battles and was stolen alongside a Hypno in “The Final Battle VI”.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All
In this manga Tangela appeared in GDZ26.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
One Tangela featured in “Big Struggle with the Powerful Opponent Venusaur!!” and another one participated in a baseball match in “Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Baseball Tournament!”. Professor Oak owns a Tangela, debuting in “Save the Pokémon Zoo!!”.
Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission
In Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode One, Lunick captures Tangela and utilizes its vines to rescue a girl from a burning building.
Pokémon Zensho
Tangela appeared in the fourth chapter of this manga, PZ05.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Route 21, Cinnabar Island |
| Pokémon Yellow | Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Routes 21, 28 and 44, Mt. Silver |
| Pokémon Crystal | Routes 21, 28 and 44, Mt. Silver |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Route 21, Cinnabar Island, Treasure Beach |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Cipher Key Lair |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Trade |
| Pokémon Platinum | Great Marsh |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Routes 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 21, 28 and 44, Mt. Silver, Fuchsia City |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Route 13, Giant Chasm |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Route 13, Giant Chasm |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Friend Safari |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Mirage Forest , Mirage Island, Mirage Mountain |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Route 21 |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Trade |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Swampy Cave, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Legends Arceus | Crossing Slope, Gapejaw Bog |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Unobtainable |
Tangela's origin name
English: The English name “Tangela” is a combination of “tangle,” reflecting its vine-covered appearance, and potentially “angela,” a feminine name. The “tangle” emphasizes its twisted vines.
Japanese: In Japanese, Tangela is known as “モンジャラ” (Monjara). The origin is less clear, but it may come from “monja,” a type of Japanese pan-fried batter containing various ingredients. This could be a reference to its tangled appearance.
French: In French, Tangela is named “Saquedeneu.” The name seems to be a combination of “saque,” meaning to pull or yank, and “de neuf,” meaning new. This reflects its entangled and vine-like appearance.
German: The German name for Tangela is “Tangela,” staying close to the English original.
Spanish: In Spanish, Tangela is known as “Tangela,” retaining the English name.
Italian: The Italian name for Tangela is “Tangela,” consistent with the English name.
Korean: In Korean, Tangela is written as “덩쿠리” (Deongkuri). The origin of the name is not immediately clear.
Chinese (Simplified): In Simplified Chinese, Tangela is known as “蔓藤怪” (Mànténg Guài), where “蔓藤” (Mànténg) refers to vines, and “怪” (Guài) means strange or monster.
Chinese (Traditional): In Traditional Chinese, Tangela is also “蔓藤怪” (Mànténg Guài), with the same meaning as in Simplified Chinese.
These names reflect various aspects of Tangela’s appearance, emphasizing its tangled and vine-covered nature across different languages.