Dorotchi (Connection)
Tamagotchi Connection V2 / V3 · Naughty Care · Even Generation
| Versions | Connection V2, V3 (2005–2006) — and 2024 rerelease |
| Care tier | Naughty — mental neglect path |
| Generation | Even (Gen 2, 4, 6…) |
| Odds of getting | 1 in 3 (random among the three Naughty even-gen adults) |
| Favorite food | Corn dog |
| Disliked food | Apple pie |
Who Is Dorotchi?
Dorotchi is a white, round ghost with a wiggly tail, small blue eyes, and arms that dangle in front. The lore goes out of its way to clarify what seems obvious: “Dorotchi may look like a ghost, but he doesn’t try to be mean. He’s very kind to everyone.” The most distinctive personality detail is that Dorotchi loves ice skating — but since he floats, he just wears the skates on his arms and glides above the ice anyway. The name likely comes from “doron,” a Japanese word meaning to abscond or disappear secretly — ghost-appropriate.
Dorotchi debuted on the Japanese Keitai Kaitsuu Tamagotchi Plus (where it had more complex breeding requirements) and appeared internationally starting with V2. On V3, it’s one of three even-gen Naughty adults alongside Pipotchi and Bill. It also has a notable role in the Japanese release’s breeding chains: a Dorotchi raised with specific conditions could eventually evolve into Paparatchi on the Keitai, though this chain doesn’t apply to V3.
Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Hunger drops every | 30 min (loses 2 hearts per interval) |
| Happiness drops every | 30 min (loses 2 hearts per interval) |
| Lifespan (Naughty tier) | 6–10 days average |
| Sleep schedule | Sleeps 10 PM–8 AM |
| Target adult weight | 10–20 lbs |
How to Get Dorotchi on V3
Step 1 — Even generation only
Dorotchi requires an even generation. Breed your Gen 1 adult to access Gen 2. Odd-gen Naughty adults are Tarakotchi, Paparatchi, and Mimiyoritchi.
Step 2 — Mental neglect during teen stage
Miss happiness and discipline calls for 15+ minutes more often than hunger calls. Aim for 5+ mental mistakes vs. 2–3 physical to reach Naughty tier. Consistent hunger responses but frequent happiness/discipline misses is the pattern.
Step 3 — Random draw among Naughty even-gen adults
With Naughty care on an even generation, you’ll get one of: Dorotchi, Pipotchi, or Bill. Random 1-in-3 draw.
Naughty Adult Evolution Line (V3 — Even Generation)
| Character | Care requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dorotchi ← you are here | Naughty adult (mental neglect > physical neglect) | Ghost character; ice skates on arms; kind personality despite appearance |
| Pipotchi | Naughty adult (same requirements) | Cupid/matchmaker; bird-angel; Mesutchi veteran |
| Bill | Naughty adult (same requirements) | Franchise icon; jazz musician lore; original Tamagotchi veteran |
Fun Facts
Dorotchi appears in Tamagotchi: The Movie as a background character, and has a recurring presence in the Tamagotchi! anime as a member of Mametchi’s class at Tamagotchi School — making it one of the few Naughty-tier adults to have a meaningful presence in official media beyond the device. The anime characterization (school student, Mametchi’s classmate) sits completely at odds with the Naughty-care origin, which is part of what makes the franchise’s lore interesting: bad-care characters aren’t portrayed as bad characters, just as different characters.
On the Japanese Keitai Kaitsuu Tamagotchi Plus, Dorotchi could eventually become Paparatchi through a specific cross-device breeding chain involving Violetchi and Mametchi parents. This chain is exclusive to the Japanese release and doesn’t carry over to V3, but it’s a notable piece of Dorotchi lore for players interested in the Japanese version’s more complex breeding system.
Food Preferences
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Favorite food | Corn dog — feeding grants 4 happy hearts |
| Disliked food | Apple pie — offering the disliked food lowers happiness (note: Dorotchi’s dislike on V2 was crackers; the V3 preference is apple pie) |
Who Should Raise Dorotchi?
Dorotchi is for players who enjoy the ghost/spooky aesthetic without the harsh personality that usually accompanies it, and for anyone building even-gen Naughty dex coverage. The anime presence gives it more lore context than most Naughty-tier adults. The food preferences (corn dog love, apple pie hate) are among the more memorable in the V3 roster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorotchi in the 2024 Connection rerelease?
Yes, as a Naughty even-gen adult with the same requirements as V3.
Do the food preferences differ between V2 and V3?
Yes — Dorotchi’s disliked food changed from crackers (V2) to apple pie (V3). The favorite food (corn dog) stayed the same. If you’re on V3 or the 2024 rerelease, apple pie is the food to avoid.