Pikmin 3

Arachnode

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Arachnode
An Arachnode on its web.
Appears in Pikmin 3
Scientific name Unknown
Family Unknown
Areas Twilight River
Formidable Oak
Mission Mode Collect Treasure! stages None
Mission Mode Battle Enemies! stages None
Side Story days None
Bingo Battle stages None
Attacks Captures and Eats Pikmin

The Arachnode is a spider-like creature in Pikmin 3. When undisturbed, they'll take on a cocoon-like appearance, but once a Pikmin or leader is caught in its web, it will reveal its true form and try to attack them.

Their webs act as hazards for Winged Pikmin. When Winged Pikmin are carrying anything back to the Onion, and an Arachnode and its web are in the way, the Winged Pikmin will get stuck, putting them at risk of being devoured.

Notes

Pikmin 3 Website

"An eight-legged creature that traps its prey in a sticky web."

Strategy

To defeat it, a Pikmin or leader must be thrown at its web. After being caught in the web, the creature will try to eat the immobilized Pikmin or leader. At this time, throw another Pikmin (preferably Rock Pikmin as they can make short work of the Arachnode) directly at it to cause damage. Once defeated, its web will break apart and the creature will be ready to be taken to back to the Onion. If you're quick enough, you can quickly land three consecutive hits from Rock Pikmin on it, instantly killing it.

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Trivia

  • This is the first true arachnid in the Pikmin series, forming its own web while also having a full set of eight legs, unlike members of the Arachnorb or Dweevil family.
  • Winged Pikmin are vulnerable to the Arachnode's web, just like its real world counterparts, flys and spiders.