Heracross

Heracross
Shuckle
214
Sneasel
Ability	Swarm Guts Moxie (Hidden) Skill Link Mega
First game	Pokémon Gold and Silver (1999)
Creator	Game Freak
Voice Actor (JP)	Katsuyuki Konishi (Ash's) Yuji Ueda (Goh's)

Heracross<sup>(JPJapanese: ヘラクロス

Romaji: Heracros)</sup> is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Bug/Fighting Pokémon that made its first appearance in the second generation games Gold and Silver. It can Mega Evolve into Mega Heracross using the Heracronite.

Physiology and Behaviour

Heracross is a bipedal, coleopteran insectoid Pokémon covered in a blue exoskeleton. There is a long, pronged horn on its forehead. The horn ends in a cross on males and a heart-shape on females. On either side of the horn is a short antenna with a spherical tip. Heracross has oval, yellow eyes. Its forearms have a pair of spikes near the wrists, while its thighs have a single spike each. It has two claws on its hands, and a single long claw on each foot. There is a single pair of wings covered by elytra, which can be seen during its release from a Poké Ball in the 3D games. Heracross's claws allow it to dig into the ground for sturdy footing and also allow it to climb trees. Using its horn, it throws opponents or competitors for food. It can lift and throw objects 100 times its own weight. It uses its two antennae to search for food by scent. It lives in boreal, temperate, and tropical forests, where it feeds on tree sap.

As seen in the anime, Heracross has been known to compete with Pokémon such as Pinsir for food. The same episode also shows Heracross allowing Butterfree to feed on tree sap after Heracross has finished its meal. In addition, it is shown to suck sap from Grass-type Pokémon such as Bulbasaur. In Alola, Heracross get along better with Pinsir, as they both have rivalries with Vikavolt.

Mega Heracross

Mega Heracross is bulkier than its previous form. Thin orange markings now rim its head, hands, and shoulders. Additionally, there is a half-circle, orange marking over its eyes. It now has a long, pointed nose that curves slightly upward. Its back now lacks wings and is completely yellow. The horn on its head has grown into a large, simple spike with two smaller spikes on the front. The antennae have lengthened as well and now have ovoid tips. Mega Heracross's forearms have thickened and lost their spines.

This Pokémon has a high body temperature, so it opens the shells of its arms and torso to allow heat to escape. Mega Heracross boasts such incredible strength that it can lift objects up to 500 times its own weight between its horns. However, it is left with muscular soreness after reverting to its original form.

Appearances

Other Pokémon games

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: A Heracross can often be seen relaxing inside Spinda's Café.

Super Smash Bros. series

Heracross appears as a random trophy in Super Smash Bros. Melee. Heracross also appears as a Spirit in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Trophy descriptions

Heracross are powerful creatures that are known to drive their single horns into the bellies of their foes and then toss them over their heads. The immense power of their Megahorn move is said to be the strongest among Bug Pokémon. They are one of several types of Pokémon that can be found by shaking trees.

Origin and inspiration

Heracross is based on a Japanese rhinoceros beetle. These beetles are known for their incredible strength and use in insect fighting, which explains its Fighting type.

Mega Heracross appears to be based on a Hercules beetle.

In-game information

Pokédex entries

Title	Entry
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold	This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies' bellies then lifts and throws them.
Pokémon Silver	Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Pokémon Crystal	With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby	Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe's grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree.
Pokémon Sapphire	Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn.
Pokémon Emerald	They gather in forests seeking the sweet sap of trees. It is completely clad in a steel-hard shell. It is proud of its horn, which it uses to fling foes.
Pokémon FireRed	Usually docile, but if disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Pokémon LeafGreen	This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies' bellies, then lifts and throws them.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond	It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It's strong enough to hurl foes.
Pokémon Pearl	With powerful legs and claws, it generates enough power to hurl foes over great distances.
Pokémon Platinum	It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokémon HeartGold	This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under the enemies' bellies then lifts and throws them.
Pokémon SoulSilver	It is usually docile, but if it is disturbed while sipping honey, it chases off the intruder with its horn.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black	It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokémon White	It loves sweet honey. To keep all the honey to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokémon Black 2	No matter how heavy its opponents, it flings them far away with its prized horn.
Pokémon White 2	No matter how heavy its opponents, it flings them far away with its prized horn.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X	This powerful Pokémon thrusts its prized horn under its enemies' bellies, then lifts and throws them.
Pokémon Y	With its Herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.
Pokémon Omega Ruby	Heracross charges in a straight line at its foe, slips beneath the foe's grasp, and then scoops up and hurls the opponent with its mighty horn. This Pokémon even has enough power to topple a massive tree.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire	Heracross has sharp claws on its feet. These are planted firmly into the ground or the bark of a tree, giving the Pokémon a secure and solid footing to forcefully fling away foes with its proud horn.
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ultra Sun	It's proud of its thick horn. In Alola, its biggest rival is Vikavolt, which it's always fighting with. Mega - It can grip things with its two horns and lift 500 times its own body weight.
Pokémon Ultra Moon	It roams through forests searching for sweet nectar. Although it boasts fantastic physical strength, it's not that good at flying. Mega - A tremendous influx of energy builds it up, but when Mega Evolution ends, Heracross is bothered by terrible soreness in its muscles.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword	Heracross loves sweet sap and will go looking through forests for it. The Pokémon uses its two antennae to pick up scents as it searches.
Pokémon Shield	This Pokémon takes pride in its strength, which allows it to lift things 100 times heavier than itself with no trouble at all.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond	It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It's strong enough to hurl foes.
Pokémon Shining Pearl	Its powerful legs and claws give it enough power to hurl foes over great distances.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus	This Pokémon has an unparalleled horn. Heracross itself demonstrates tremendous power—it's capable of throwing several people trained in the traditional arts of war at once.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet	It loves sweet nectar. To keep all the nectar to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.
Pokémon Violet	With its herculean powers, it can easily throw around an object that is 100 times its own weight.

Game locations

Title	Location(s)
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold	Routes 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 (Headbutt)
Pokémon Silver	Routes 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 (Headbutt)
Pokémon Crystal	Azalea Town, Routes 33, 42, 44, 45, 46 (Headbutt)
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby	Safari Zone
Pokémon Sapphire	Safari Zone
Pokémon Emerald	Safari Zone
Pokémon FireRed	Pattern Bush
Pokémon LeafGreen	Pattern Bush
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond	Honey trees
Pokémon Pearl	Honey trees
Pokémon Platinum	Honey trees
Pokémon HeartGold	Routes 7, 11, 28, 33, 42, 44, 45, 46, 47, Azalea Town, Vermilion City, Celadon City, Mt. Silver* (Headbutt)
Pokémon SoulSilver	Routes 7, 11, 28, 33, 42, 44, 45, 46, 47, Azalea Town, Vermilion City, Celadon City, Mt. Silver* (Headbutt)
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black	Route 12
Pokémon White	Route 12
Pokémon Black 2	Route 12 and Lostlorn Forest Lostlorn Forest (Hidden Grotto)
Pokémon White 2	Lostlorn Forest (Hidden Grotto)
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X	Friend Safari (Bug)
Pokémon Y	Route 12, Friend Safari (Bug)
Pokémon Omega Ruby	Safari Zone (Zone 3, Long Grass)
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire	Safari Zone (Zone 3, Long Grass)
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Shield	Training Lowlands Challenge Road, Training Lowlands, Forest of Focus (Wanderer) Max Raid Battle: Fields of Honor
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond	Honey trees
Pokémon Shining Pearl	Honey trees
Pokémon Legends: Arceus	Obsidian Fieldlands
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet	North Province: Area Two, Socarrat Trail 4★, 6★ Tera Raid Battles
Pokémon Violet	North Province: Area Two, Socarrat Trail 4★, 6★ Tera Raid Battles

Form Change

Heracross	Mega Evolve holding Heracronite	Heracross Mega Form

Base Stats

Normal

Base Stats
HP	80
Attack	125
Defense	75
Sp. Attack	40
Sp. Defense	95
Speed	85
Total	500

Mega

Base Stats
HP	80
Attack	185
Defense	115
Sp. Attack	40
Sp. Defense	105
Speed	75
Total	600

Gallery

Sprites

Sprites
Gold File:PKMNG214-S.png Silver File:PKMNS214.png File:PKMNS214-S.png Crystal File:PKMNC214.gif File:PKMNC214-S.gif
Ruby Sapphire File:PKMNRS214-S.png Emerald File:PKMNE214.gif File:PKMNE214-S.gif Fire Leaf File:PKMNFRLG214.png File:PKMNFRLG214-S.png
Diamond Pearl File:PKMNDP214-S.png Platinum File:PKMNP214.png File:PKMNP214-S.png Heart Soul File:PKMNHGSS214-S.png
Black White File:PKMNBW214-S.png Black 2 White 2 File:PKMNBW2214.png File:PKMNBW2214-S.png X Y File:PKMNXY214-S.png
Sword Shield File:PKMNSS214-S.png Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl File:PKMNBDSP214.png File:PKMNBDSP214-S.png Legends Arceus File:PKMNPLA214.png File:PKMNPLA214-S.png
Scarlet Violet File:PKMNSV214-S.png

Trivia

• Mega Heracross has the highest base Attack stat of all Bug-type Pokémon.
• Mega Heracross is tied with Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, and Genesect for the highest base stat total of all Bug-type Pokémon.