Turtwig

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Turtwig

Turtwig is a specie of Pokémon. It makes an appearance as a collectible trophy in Super Smash Bros. Brawl.

Creature description

Turtwig is one of the three starter Pokemon available to new trainers in the 4th generation of Pokémon RPGs. It is the grass-type starter, and can be chosen over Chimchar or Piplup. It evolves into Grotle (the grass type turtle) at level 18, and then into Torterra at level 32. Turtwig's appearance is characteristic of a turtle or tortoise. Its prominent jawbone may denote a relationship to the snapping turtle. Its green and yellow body is covered by a shell. A small seedling grows on its head, similar to the plant bulb on Bulbasaur's back and the leaf on Chikorita's head.

Turtwig is a reptilian creature much like a tortoise. A sprout growing from its head reveals its Grass-type nature. The shell on its back is apparently made of Earth. The soil-based shell on its back grows stronger when it absorbs water. On a very healthy Turtwig, the shell should feel moist. Turtwig survives by carrying out photosynthesis with its whole body. The leaf on its head will wilt if it becomes thirsty. As a result, it lives in areas that are close to lakes.

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Turtwig appears in Super Smash Bros. Brawl as a trophy.

As a trophy

A Tiny Leaf Pokemon. Despite its animal appearance, Turtwig actually has vegetation sprouting from its head. The shell on its back is made of soil and hardens when it drinks water. Much like a plant, Turtwig performs photosynthesis, absorbing sunlight and making oxygen. It also relies heavily on water to keep its plant healthy and thus spends a lot of time near lakes.