Heracross (Japanese: ヘラクロス Heracros) is a dual-type Bug/Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
While it is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon, Heracross can Mega Evolve into Mega Heracross using the Heracronite.
Biology
Heracross's wingsHeracross 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. As mentioned in Pokémon Sleep, Heracross is known to occasionaly sleep while licking the sap it finds.[1]The reason is due to Heracross becoming exhausted from a potentinally hard search for sweet sap. It lives in boreal, temperate, and tropical forests, where it feeds on tree sap. In Generation II, Megahorn was its signature move.
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.
Forms
Mega Heracross' claws retracting into a weaponHeracross can Mega Evolve into 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. Sometimes, when attacking, particularly with a multi-strike move, its exoskeletal shell on the upper side of its arms opens up, revealing a segmented yellow skin layer filled with holes, which let air enter and exit from its forearms. During these attacks, its claws simultaneously retract, allowing Mega Heracross to fire various types of ammunition at a rapid pace.
This Pokémon has a high body temperature, so it opens the shells of its arms and torso to allow heat to escape.[2] 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.
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In the anime
Main series
Mega Heracross in the animeMajor appearances
Ash's Heracross
Heracross debuted in A Sappy Ending, thus also marking the species' debut. He decided to help Ash and his friends deal with a feud between other Heracross and a group of Pinsir. Heracross later wanted to come with Ash, who caught him at the end of the episode.
Goh's Heracross
In Trade, Borrow, and Steal!, Kricketina Kylie owned six Heracross. One of them was eventually traded for Goh's second Pinsir after he caught it.
Other
In A Sappy Ending, the group of Heracross that Ash's own Heracross belonged to was feuding with a group of Pinsir after Team Rocket began siphoning all of the tree sap from the Pinsir's side of the forest.
In All in a Day's Wurmple, Forrest Franklin owns a Heracross as his main battling Pokémon.
In Absol-ute Disaster, Gordon's Heracross saved Pikachu from falling while Swellow was busy with Max. It also helped Absol and Ash's, May's, and Brock's Pokémon, with a long-range attack to push a boulder in order to stop a flood.
In Smells Like Team Spirit!, Conway used a Heracross in the Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition finals against Ash's Chimchar and Paul's Elekid. He was defeated after Elekid evolved into Electabuzz.
In Steeling Peace of Mind!, Barry's Heracross battled Barry's Empoleon, but it was called off when Empoleon went out of control. He later flew Barry around Iron Island.
In Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Kato used a Heracross in a Tag Battle against Ash's Pikachu and Dawn's Piplup, where he worked alongside Kiko's Beautifly.
In Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel, a Heracross that can Mega Evolve fell under the control of Levi and Cherie's Mega Wave. Heracross was briefly lent to Jessie to use in an attempt to capture Magearna. He was later freed when Alva's Mega Wave Crystal was destroyed, and he escaped.
In Trade, Borrow, and Steal!, Kricketina Kylie owned six Heracross. One of them was eventually traded for Goh's second Pinsir after he caught it.
Minor appearances
Male and female Heracross in the animeIn Wired for Battle!, the image of a Trainer's Heracross came up in Shingo's laptop.
In Beauty and the Breeder, a Pokémon Breeder's Heracross participated in a Pokémon breeding competition.
In Ring Masters, a Heracross competed in Rikishii Town's Sumo Conference.
In The Big Balloon Blow-Up, two Heracross belonging to the same Trainer competed in the Pokémon Balloon Race.
A Heracross appeared in Celebi: The Voice of the Forest.
A Coordinator's Heracross appeared in Deceit and Assist.
A Heracross appeared in the opening sequence of Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.
A Trainer's Heracross appeared in Curbing the Crimson Tide!.
A Heracross appeared in Giratina and the Sky Warrior.
A wild Heracross appeared in Strategy Begins at Home!.
In An Old Family Blend!, a Trainer's Heracross was at the Lily of the Valley Conference.
A Heracross appeared with a Pinsir in the ending credits of Eevee & Friends.
A Heracross that can Mega Evolve into Mega Heracross appeared in the opening of Mega Evolution Special I.
A Heracross appeared in a flashback or a fantasy in The Forest Champion!.
In Mega Evolution Special IV, a Trainer's Heracross was one of the ten Mega Evolved Pokémon that Alain and his Charizard had to defeat.
A Heracross and its Mega Evolved form appeared during the opening sequence of Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel.
During the ending credits of I Choose You!, Ash and Pikachu battled a Heracross in the middle of a forest. The outcome of the battle was unknown, and thus it is unclear if this Heracross was meant to be Ash's in this timeline.
In The Power of Us, a Heracross was following Harriet around.
In A Recipe for Success!, a male and a female Heracross were customers at Oranguru's place.
In A Timeless Encounter!, a Heracross helped give Roarie a lift to the top of a Totem Trevenant. He reappeared in a flashback in Pikachu's Exciting Adventure!.
A Heracross appeared in Secrets of the Jungle.
Two Heracross, one male and one female, appeared under the ownership of two different Trainers each in HZ047.
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In The Rival, Barry used a Heracross during a battle against Palmer's Milotic in the Battle Tower.
In the manga
Ash & Pikachu
Main article: Ash's HeracrossAsh owns a Heracross similar to the anime, but it only made a brief appearance on a scoreboard in One Half Of A Poké Ball.
Pokémon Adventures
Yellow arc
Heracross is first seen in The Legend. While Silver is communicating with Green following the conclusion of this chapter, he stands in a full shot of Sprout Tower with a bunch of Johto Pokémon in the background, Heracross being one of them.
Gold, Silver & Crystal arc
A Heracross is seen as one of the Pokémon under Bugsy's control. He first appeared in Into the Unown where he helped defeat Team Rocket at the Ruins of Alph. Later on in Hurray for Heracross, he helped Bugsy capture an Unown before they followed Suicune to a chamber. Afterwards, he protected Bugsy after he activated the runes in the chamber where they encountered Suicune. Heracross faced the Legendary Pokémon but was easily swatted away, forcing Bugsy to switch to another tactic. He later uses him to battle Sabrina in the opening ceremonies of the Pokémon League.
A Heracross appeared in The Last Battle XIII as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.
Emerald arc
A Heracross was seen in Greta's arsenal, which was first sent out in her battle against Emerald. It was able to fight evenly against his Sceptile and outscored it. It first appeared in Sneaky Like Shedinja.
The Battle Factory rented a Heracross, which was stolen by Guile Hideout in Lemme at 'Em, Lapras! and Facing Gulpin Is Hard to Swallow.
X & Y arc
A Heracross appears with a Black Belt at the Mini-game Corner in Sylveon Enchants.
A Heracross appeared under the ownership of Gurkinn in Heracross Transforms. It can Mega Evolve with its Heracronite.
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!
A Trainer used a Heracross against Hareta in Clash! Hareta vs. Koya.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
A Heracross appeared in Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!.
Multiple Heracross appeared in A Promise Given to Miltank.
A Heracross appeared in A Promise Given to Miltank.
A Heracross appeared in a flashback in Let's Fight For The Future!!.
Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All
A Heracross appeared in GDZ39, under the ownership of Mikuri.
Pokémon HeartGold SoulSilver: Pokédex Completion Comic
A Heracross appeared in Pokémon HeartGold SoulSilver: Pokédex Completion Comic.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
A Heracross appeared in The Hardest Bug Pokémon Wins?!, under the ownership of Bugsy.
Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission
A Heracross was one of the Pokémon that Lunick asked for help in Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode One.
In the TCG
Main article: Heracross (TCG)Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. Melee
Heracross only appears as a random trophy.
Trophy information
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.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Heracross appears as a Spirit.
Trivia
Origin
Heracross is most likely based on the 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.
Name origin
Heracross and Heracros may be a combination of Hercules beetle (species of rhinoceros beetle named after the hero in the classical Greco-Roman mythology for its great strength), Ἡρακλῆς Hēraklēs (divine hero in Greek mythology who lent his name to his Roman mythological analogue), and cross.
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