It seems to be based upon the concept of a living Poké Ball (with its Shiny coloration possibly being based on a Great Ball). The design concept may be inheritance from the time when the franchise was known as Capsule Monsters, as early artworks show Poké Balls without the button in the middle.
The idea of them being mistaken for the standard Item Balls is similar to a mimic, a monster archetype commonly found in RPGs.
Given its tendency to explode, it could also be based on a bomb. Its unpredictable tendency to explode, as well as its shape and name, may be a reference to ball lightning.
Voltorb is a combination of volt and orb.
Biriridama may be a combination of ビリビリ biribiri (sound of electric shock) and 玉 tama (sphere).
No: 100
English Name: Voltorb
Japanese Name: Biriridama
Generation: 1
Type: Electric
Species: Ball Pokémon
Abilities: Soundproof, Static, Aftermath (hidden ability)
Evolution: Voltorb > Electrode
Voltorb is a spherical Pokémon that looks like a Poké Ball with a face, minus the button. The top half is red, while the bottom half is white. Because of its resemblance to Poké Balls, it is thought that it was created when one was exposed to an energy pulse. It was first seen in the plant where modern Poké Balls were invented. Voltorb is generally found in power plants and other areas with electric fields. It has a volatile temperament, and will explode if bumped or agitated.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Red: Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, they have zapped many people.
Pokemon Blue: Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, they have zapped many people.
Pokemon Yellow: It is said to camouflage itself as a Poké Ball. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus.
Pokemon Stadium: Usually found in power plants. In some instances, they have been seen drawing power from the trolleys of electric trains.
Pokemon Gold: It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
Pokemon Silver: It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
Pokemon Crystal: During the study of this Pokémon, it was discovered that its components are not found in nature.
Pokemon Stadium 2: It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
Pokemon Ruby: Voltorb was first sighted at a company that manufactures Poké Balls. The link between that sighting and the fact that this Pokémon looks very similar to a Poké Ball remains a mystery.
Pokemon Sapphire: Voltorb is extremely sensitive – it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a Poké Ball was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy.
Pokemon Emerald: It bears an uncanny and unexplained resemblance to a Poké Ball. Because it explodes at the slightest shock, even veteran trainers treat it with caution.
Pokemon FireRed: A life-form whose identity is unknown. It is said to screech or suddenly selfdestruct.
Pokemon LeafGreen: Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people.
Pokemon Diamond: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon Pearl: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon Platinum: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon HeartGold: It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
Pokemon SoulSilver: It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
Pokemon Black: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon White: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon Black 2: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on contact.
pokemon White 2: It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on contact.
Pokemon X: It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
Pokemon Y: Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Voltorb was first sighted at a company that manufactures Poké Balls. The link between that sighting and the fact that this Pokémon looks very similar to a Poké Ball remains a mystery.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Voltorb is extremely sensitive – it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a Poké Ball was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy.
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