Pokemon Monster Folklore with Weavile! - Gaijin Goombah

[@GaijinGoombah]

For those of you wondering... Yes, Which Ninja is coming back NEXT UPLOAD!

[@maxley.]

next upload when

[@wolfhurricane897]

Thank you for this. I was hoping my comment would be answered.

[@dejaypage1575]

Sweet!

[@jadefields9020]

Hey gaijin what about the rest of demon slayer and the onis

[@joshhallam7705]

I believe that tangela and it evolution tangrowth might actually be based on a hairy yo Kai Keukegen while the Pokédex doesn’t say it anything related to the yo Kai it design March the appears of the folklore it actually based off as It do change size it when evolved into tangrowth and it a filthy hair monster as the seaweed supposed to represent as it hair.

[@heek8964]

How about giganitmax Meowth being a reference to the utgard-loki myth, where Thor lifts up the world serpent disguised as a cat?

[@enderborn6860]

i thought it was a reference to long cat

[@BobSmith-tm2kj]

I'd be hella down to hear about this one. Especially since Meowth got Viking forms now. I legit thought it was just longcat (And that we need a galarian/alolan equivalent to be tacgnol)

[@blitszina2570]

......oh my god yes

[@MegaPokefan97]

Still more Lucky Neko

[@Drshnaps]

I love that story. My favorite jormungandr story for sure.

[@GaijinGoombah]

Thank you for your kindness everyone! I really had fun putting this one together!

[@cecillewolters1995]

You did an amazing job man ;)

[@michaelpitter9193]

Please do a video on Dragalia Lost!

[@CodenameVillain]

Thank you so much for this! This is my favorite pokemon line

[@LordBloodySoul]

I am always impressed with these episodes. They teach me so much. Also, I am one of the people who thinks that everything in gaming could've been inspired by multiple different cultures at the same time. :3 Just like Weavile and evolution having also Egypt connections :D

[@emmabaier9439]

If anyone is interested in the kamaitachi, yu-gi-oh has a set of monsters called the yosenju that are also based off them! Their entire play style is based off of coming in, attacking, and then retreating.

[@rhael42]

In gen 2, Weavile was the only one that could learn it's signature move: beat up, a move that hits multiple times based on the number of pokemon in your team. Probably a reference to the "three separate gods" part

[@warpstarrogue3554]

You know after making these connections to Sneasel and Weavile, I just started to question, why the frick doesn’t this thing know razor wind naturally (or at all)?! I mean it makes perfect sense

[@Abdega]

Maybe razor wind is something else in Japanese?

[@CatsRul85]

I know especially considering the move's Japanese name is literally - Kamaitachi. Seems like the perfect move for one.

[@alucardv5312]

Hate to brake it to you but according to bulbapedia the Japanese name for Razor Wind is Kamaitachi.

[@draconon97]

For a more mechanical answer, they might not learn it so theres more of a gap in thier type coverage, they only learn one phsyic type move (psyco cut) so they basicly have one (if they have it) answer to their biggest weakness, being fighting types.

[@warpstarrogue3554]

draconon97 Razor wind is normal type (IDK why either)

[@Kazuma11290]

"pointy blur noodle" XD I has a ded.

[@origialtych]

the hilarious thing about this video is I just realized Gaijin never did a Sneasel is a Kamaitachi video Edit: also I love that summoned Kamaitachi

[@Rixec2]

Always good to see the origins of my favorite type. They really do have some fascinating folklore inspiration behind them. I hope we can see a video on Froslass and Yuki-onna before winter's end!

[@lekanraposte6732]

Both Sneasel and Weavile can also learn FALSE SWIPE. A slashing move that won't kill the opponent. Perfectly in the spirit of the original yokai.

[@kaylathehedgehog2005]

See? This is one of the many reasons why the Pokemon franchise keeps calling me back as a thirty plus year old. It's not only a fun RPG with super cute and super cool critters, but it's also educational when you start digging deeper into the inspirations behind certain concepts. It's all so fascinating, and I really love these videos.

[@manning0]

The fact Kamaitachi climb mountains ties in with Snealer that has been realised after this video, in legends Arceus

[@derrickhaggard]

This was awesome. And I'm still hoping to see some Digimon videos because Digimon have inspirations based on numerous myths/legends/folklore/religious theology, along with a video touching on how Digimon Survive has as a major plot point in it's storyline that Digimon have existed as kami/yokai and were summoned as partners, and helpers to both good and evil Onmyoji long before the creation of the Digital World.

[@FelixHelixihare]

"Pointy Blur Noodle" This tickles my internet childishness!

[@adamhazen4212]

i laughed alot at this one to

[@CrazyGamebino]

so that explains the random scar on my wrist or it could've been a bedspring

[@Kartoffelkamm]

Unless you were sleep walking through the Japanese alps, it was probably a bed spring.

[@ksoundkaiju9256]

Crazy Gamebino My bed is like a shitty prison inmate the bedsprings always cut me in my sleep

[@lorettabes4553]

I'll probably never forget Weavile's lore now.

[@slashtheporcupine6746]

Gaijin, I’m so happy you’re making a video on the Sneasel family. Easily one of my favorite Pokémon ever!

[@a.z.pantera5577]

Another thing about Icy Wind is that it makes opposing Pokemon slower, thus making Sneasel and Weavile faster by comparison.

[@lordcoucha]

I never really knew what the deal was with Sneasel and Weavile. Now I do. Thanks, Gaijin!

[@WarmLillie]

Hmm.. This this sound like a ninja a bit. Fast attacks, mysterious, use scythe / claws. Even working in groups. Here something funny sneasel and Weveal are dark blue. And we all know, real ninja wear blue. Food for thought.

[@someguy7703]

True, but ninjas aren't agressive by nature. They are recon units, specializing in intelligence gathering. They only fight when having not much choice left.

[@WarmLillie]

some guy named Elck That’s an excellent counter argument to the possible ninja association and brings a bit of a problem. My only counter to it is They are sociable creatures according to the Pokédex. They need to survive and scavenge for food. You can consider it as a last resort and adding more evidence to ninja category for survival. It might not be a one for ones. But close enough. How much do you rate it on the ninja scale?

[@jarekwrzosek2048]

Not to mention, that a sickle, or kama, are a staple of Ninja weaponry.

[@emanuelrojas2]

They also wear red too

[@someguy7703]

@@WarmLillie 7 to 8-ish out of 10

[@KOTK11]

One I gotta be a sticker for. These fast weasel boys go for the kill. The godly muses actively avoid being lethal. On one hand that’s a detriment, until you look closer. While it might not be part of their leveling moves, false swipe, a move that cuts just enough to not be fatal, can be learned via tm. So, it’s just a more animalistic version of our slashing super ferrets.

[@andrewmahaffy5802]

Hey Gaijin, I was just thinking; Maybe the reason why Wheezing of the Galar Region are more dapper looking than their counterparts in the Kanto Region is because they are filled with noble gasses!

[@atteranenforcer5263]

Nice pun, but that is also a clever idea XD

[@XalitharDaskel]

You know, given how much I do appreciate Sneasel and Weavile, it has gotten me thinking... what are the potential yokai connections of Riolu and Lucario. People seem to really love the whole talk of auras and how they let you do awesome things, but I truly want to know the impressions of what the Japanese had with Auras, and if there really is something among the Yokai that are rooted in the nature of Auras.

[@nicorich2047]

I live for these Yōkai videos. They're fascinating.

[@darkumbreon6489]

Hey Gaijin, I just wanted to say thank you for the awesome videos you create, they both interest and inspire me. You're videos have helped me alot recently, I Actually had to do a school report about Ancient Japan and your videos gave me great information and really helped me in the long run, keep doing what you're doing. Love your videos.

[@xVibra]

I would believe they are Ice type simply because they are acclimated to icy mountainous environments. If they were to be thrust into a desert or tropical landscape, then they would likely have to adapt and evolve, or would be ill equipped to deal with the newfound areas. Exactly why they are weak to fire. It wouldn't be necessarily because they use ice as an ability, but because of their acclimation to their natural habitat making them dependent on being there to thrive. If they were removed from that environment, and evolved and adapted to a different one then could very well be Dark/Fire, Dark/Grass, or Dark/Water. I don't normally watch this channel. I haven't seen any videos of yours prior. I just happened upon it from a random person's Twitter, but your research and animated visuals in your videos are quite appealing. I only clicked, because Weavile is one of my favorite Pokémon, and wondered how they could be related to a yokai. I have seen Kamaitachi in media before like in Naruto, and in gameplay from Nioh, but never knew their lore or what they were called. Thanks for a succinct run down on the lore.

[@DominoCricket]

I've known these Pokemon since their inception and I never had the even slightest thought about what they were. The Mt Silver bit is an amazing flavor win. Damn Gaijin fantastic video!

[@MageOnTheMicrophone]

Thank you for making a video on my favorite pokemon!

[@AnthroTsuneon]

Oddly, all I can think of at the mention of sneasel being the best depiction would be Ookami, where you had three of them working together on bigger scythes

[@june9914]

So the move Beat Up makes a lot more sense

[@fierceditiesnaruto]

Dude logic backed up by facts are hard to deny. I am so sold on this! XD

[@chai_wolf]

Huh that's really neat! I love your enthusiasm and energy when doing these videos. Makes me want to learn more. Thanks man!

[@Sigmastevesgolfjourney]

Seeing a clip from Dororo gave me a intense yearning to see you do a video on it Gaijin!

[@arminaskitty3177]

New ep! Wee!! I love this series. I even got the book you recommended! Need to plow through it still! And Pokemon is such a treasure trove; magical and gyrados being the carp that swam over a waterfall to become a dragon... no I wonder is feebas and milotic the same or do they have a different folklore?

[@ahmanetbones9496]

I would absolutely love to see the Egyptian interpretation of these Pokemon. I love you and your shows Gaijin! Keep rocking!

[@parkersandahl3949]

Thanks guys for teaching me the history of the sickle weasels And now I have learned something from the two of you And you have a Very merry Christmas keep it up boys

[@parkersandahl3949]

I never get tired of this physical trademark keep it up goombah 2:55

[@vindurza]

These two are my absolute favorite pokemon

[@kuchenjaeger2164]

The Kamaitachi might be some of the most harmless Yokai you have covered so far.

[@Serox1707]

I'm starting to love Weavile and you upload a video about her, nice convenience

[@j12k8]

I love this episode because weavile is my favorite pokemon. And because i always love to play as weavile in pokkén tournament

[@Mecha82]

Funny that you mentioned Usio no Tora because it was remake of that anime that first introduced me to this yokai.

[@nonamegiven202]

Shows how simple this yokai is, i hear "Fast and sharp claws" and boom i know what this one was talking about.

[@darienb1127]

So i actually heard about this Yokao before... sort of. There is a monster for D&D 5e in a book called the Creature Codex called the Wind Weasel. It's a medium sized, blue weasel that cuts people with razer claws and turns into a whirlwind. Besides the person sized thing, it's pretty accurate. Most humanoid creatures in D&D are medium sized btw.

[@Abdega]

The cold winds splitting people’s legs makes sense to me because my hands get these rough cuts on the back of them during winter

[@bulborb8756]

This is pretty damn accurate and i know nothing of Japanese folklore but the one thing about Sneasel that confuses me is why Sneasel suddenly gain's a 3rd claw on both his hands when evolving into Weavile (as for why they have feather's, well most likely it's to keep themselves warm given how they live in frigid mountain ranges and tundra's)

[@WarmLillie]

Weavile is it’s a super fast slashing ice type that has of lot of Yo-kai based lore and inspiration

[@RokuroCarisu]

Back in Gen 2, Sneasle could learn Ice Punch from a TM, which was a pretty decent move for it.

[@aaa1e2r3]

You should check out some of the Yokai-centric archetypes from Yugioh like Mayakashi and Yosenju. the core of the Yosenju archetype is 3 Kamaitachis that follow the general strategy you laid out they did, among others

[@ChasoGod]

It's nice to know that the Kamaitachi aren't actually going to kill you since they will patch you up afterwards.

[@Surkk2960]

Honestly all they are missing is a healing move to simulate the salve part and they would be 1 to 1 with the lore thing.

[@mastermindcow6210]

Especially now that the move Life Dew is a thing. It heals 25% of the user, and its ally in double battles.

[@someguycalledgoober155]

8:02 Oh hi Ice Shard

[@Elfos64]

Sneasle and Weavile need something to be more worthwhile competitively. Since they're Dark/Ice type, maybe they could have a move like "Black Ice", where non-steel (because there are special footwear that allow safe traversal of icy surfaces), non-ice (because icy surfaces are their element), non-fire (because they can melt the ice) types (should I make rock immune too since sand and salt are used to make ice safe?) will slip and fall (meaning take a little damage and lower defense 1 stage) every time they come into battle (kind of like Stealth Rock and Spikes) and every time they use a move that increases speed and/or is a priority move (like Quick Attack and Quash).

[@blitszina2570]

Ooooh weavile,I already like this episode

[@sakimura123]

Don't forget that Sneasel can also learn other ice-type moves such as Ice Beam, Hail, Icicle Crash, Avalanche, and Blizzard, as a way to reference the kamaitachi living in snowy mountains.

[@WTK55]

Wrong. You can find Sneasel along the Icy Path before reaching Blackthorn City (Last gym of Johto). You all even took this info from Bulbapedia, the least you can do is double check your work.

[@umecoalpaw7573]

GG: Says the fact of the Mount silver bit. Brain: Blows up GG: But wait there's more Brain: STOP, STOP, HE'S ALREADY DEAD!

[@reyonXIII]

Even funnier, Mt. Silver is literally (and I'm using the actual meaning) Mt. Fuji. Sure, it's not a volcano, but as the most prominent peak of that mountainous area seen from both regions, it's pretty clear that the domain of Red himself is Japan's signature peak.

[@KamenRiderRaiden]

_teleports with a clap of thunder having gotten in a minute after upload_

[@171QA]

I’m glad you go to do a video on this pokemon.

[@Andres-vj2ws]

I think you should do the Impidimp line, those Pokémon might have some interesting lore to offer

[@kevin427]

Maybe the connection to calendars has something to do with the fact that the first day of the month is 'tsuitachi', while weasel is 'itachi'.

[@Parhelion-XVIII]

1:27 is that the Earthbound “In Winters There is a Genius” theme? So fitting for this line… loving it

[@dexteradams6515]

I taught mine false swipe... a non-lethal slash move I guess mine fits into folklore even more now? He's my special catch em all boi

[@AnaxErik4ever]

Thanks to the earlier video on the Kamaitachi, I was able to make the connection between Sneazel and Weavile's yokai origins and their current designs. England and Scotland are known for having some pretty crazy Winter weather in the countryside, especially in mountainous regions, so it's no wonder they are appearing in the Galar region too.

[@x100-j5r]

Is there a tornado yokai? Because america gets like 70% of the entire planets tornados.

[@WilliamSchmidNetwork]

If I remember correctly, the Yoshenju Kama monsters and Whirlwind Weasel from Yugioh also might have connections to the Kamitachi.

[@zombistaydead2679]

I'm so glad you're covering my favorite pokemon

[@heckrix9]

Icy wind is okay in doubles, that speed control.

[@zergarthquardis2819]

Would you do a video on the accuracy on the Oni in Dead By Daylight?? Yeah. This game is still going (somewhat) strong

[@storysmith5626]

I would like to thank the manga twin star exorcist that I recently picked up for letting me in on what the phrase Kyu Kyu Nyoritsuryo means in english “carry out without delay”

[@dientimuri3956]

I've been naming female Sneasels/Weaviles Kama, and males Itachi since I first caught one in Pearl. I think they may be one of the best-known yokai references in Pokemon. Like Gaijin said, pretty much 1 to 1.

[@andandampersand8202]

Sneasle is one of my favourite pokemon, amd i like your stuff

[@TemporalGuardians]

I believe it in fact when I first saw Sneasel in fact when I first met it in Pokemon Diamond instantly thought it was a Yokai

[@themidnightbanshee5927]

the moment I saw them I was like o hey its that sickle weasel the kamaitachi

[@thebardofshale304]

I just got Sword version and Sneasel was the first Dynamax pokemon I caught, what a coincidence.

[@ScottaHemi440]

weavile is one of my top 10 favorites and i never realized he only naturally learned one ice move... i always had to breed in ice punch or now icicle crash.

[@0opsAllKobolds]

Goomba... I always want more pokemon.

[@Kalebfenoir]

Monster Rancher had an entire monster breed based off the Kamitachi. I forget the name of it but it was slim, weasel-like, with extendable blades on the forearms, high speed and strength stats, and damned near every part of it was a weapon.

[@witifulweavile2272]

Yeeee we weavile got our own episode ^-^ and I'm so happy about this. You guys are the best

[@Whatsvrmn]

Oh boy I love being reminded of older manga series cause of this little guy, hell teacher nube. Chapter dedicated to the three of em’.

[@mastermindcow6210]

I was wondering what these Pokémon were based on the other day. It was nice to see this video appear, then.

[@Agent719]

I'm mad I didn't immediately think of the wind scythe weasel when i saw this video come up.

[@DuskyPredator]

Weavile is one of my favourite pokemon. It's so cool.

[@Hell_Soll]

goddamn this episode is just perfect! can't wait for more Pokemon videos dood x3

[@element5041]

Thanks men. Now I can I make this little body for my d&d campaign.

[@eddyviews1427]

Well since my ferret is related to weasels so thanks for the heads up. Good vid man

[@glknight1813]

Concerning that whole "Egyptian bust of Nefertiti/Egyptian Culture connection" bit that popped up, the design looks far more like Mesoamerican design than Egyptian. Seriously, just look at Olmec and Aztecan garb designs. But overall, solid video, dude.

[@BobSmith-tm2kj]

>.> Herald from another faraway land? Dude, you coulda said HAIL (I legit heard it that way at first too)

[@imytt2002]

OMG you just answered another question for me. As a kid I loved Beyblade, and in V Force there was a one-off bit beast called Sickle Weasel, and I never understood why such a thing was designed...now I know. You ever considered doing a culture shock on Beyblade? Mainly the 4 sacred bit beasts

[@--Paws--]

A surgeon given the nickname "kami itachi" would either be good or bad thing.

[@jimmybevelacqua9050]

Since you looked at Greninja's origins, can you look at the origins of why Chesnaught is a knight or paladin and why Delphox is a mage or a wizard and also explain there move sets as well?

[@nomingyu4026]

On the other hand, in anime, that is LITERALLY how the kamitachi are described in Ushio and Tora. So I can only say I learned it there first! ^_^

[@alphtheor.879]

oh yeah, like those weasel people in ushio and tora....imuna watch that one again.

[@Slayer_Jesse]

I know this is a bit late, but I wanted to let you know that I went and got a weavile in platinum because of this video. Taught it ice punch and 1 shotted cynthia's garchomp.

[@spoonson73]

Great episode gg. have you thought about doing a which ninja on the pawniard and bisharp line from pokemon

[@DioclesiaKai]

Hey GG! Your videos are a treasure for us all! Could you put the link to the articles of the kamaitachi medical disease? Thx and great work!

[@TheCreepypro]

I've been seeing wind weasels in japanese media for a while now I'm glad to finally learn their real names and props to pokemon for nailing what they are supposed to be

[@smugsneasel]

Ah yes. The greatest episode of this series for sure. For obvious reasons.

[@dissonanceparadiddle]

Gaijan I love your videos. And I was wondering if you'd ever consider showing how you do your voice for goomba it's so clean for a voice modifier

[@bluwzrdphone]

I think we might have one at work, I literally find cuts at work that have no source from, no bleeding just the sting of the fresh cut.

[@wingedmirage4226]

Oh THAT’S what that mink-like Noise from The World Ends With You is based on!