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Charmander (ヒトカゲ, Hitokage) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Fire-type Pokémon that made its first appearance in the first generation games Red and Blue as one of the original First partner Pokémon. It evolves into Charmeleon at level 16 and then into Charizard at level 36.
Physiology and Behaviour[]
Appearances[]
Main Pokémon games[]
Other Pokémon games[]
In PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure, Charmander is one of Pikachu's best friends. After falling through the mysterious tunnel, he almost lands into a pool of molten lava only to be saved by the zone leader, Blaziken. He was then taken in as Blaziken's pupil and trained to become stronger. After he's been found, he journeys to the Meeting Place where he helps Piplup mend the balloon, and makes fireworks. He later accompanies Pikachu to the Sky Pavilion along with Piplup and Chikorita where he meets Mew. Once the Sky Prism has been restored, Charmander celebrates by firing off the fireworks he made.
Super Smash Bros. series[]
Charmander appears in Super Smash Bros. and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as a stage hazard in Saffron City.
It also appears in Super Smash Bros. Brawl as a Trophy.
- "A Lizard Pokémon. It just downright likes hot stuff. The always-burning tail indicates its mood--waving gently when content and burning intensely when angry. If the tail were to go out, it would be the end of Charmander's life. Its tail is believed to emit steam when it rains. Charmander evolves into Charmeleon by leveling up."
In the anime[]
Ash Ketchum's Charmander
The anime's most prominent Charmander first appears in the episode Charmander – The Stray Pokémon, where it was abandoned by its trainer, Damian, before being rescued and caught by Ash Ketchum. It evolved into Charmeleon in The March of the Exeggutor Squad and then into Charizard three episodes later.
Charmander is Red's first partner Pokémon in Pokémon Origins. It evolved into Charizard and is capable of Mega Evolution into Mega Charizard X.
Charmander made cameo appearances in Pokémon: Twilight Wings, Pokétoon and Pokémon Evolutions.
Charmander appeared in the music video for Celestial.
Origin and inspiration[]
In other languages[]
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Charmander | From char (to burn) and salamander |
| Japanese | ヒトカゲ Hitokage | From 火 hi(Fire) and トカゲ tokage(lizard) |
| French | Salamèche | From Salamandre(Salamander) and mèche(Wick) |
| Spanish | Charmander | Same as English name |
| German | Glumanda | From Glut(Ember) and Salamander |
| Italian | Charmander | Same as the English name |
| Korean | 파이리 Fairit | From 파이어 paieo(fire) and 꼬리 kkori(tail) |
| Mandarin Chinese | 小火龍 / 小火龙 Xiǎohǔolóng | Literally Little fiery dragon |
| Cantonese Chinese | 小火龍 Síufólùhng | Literally Little fiery dragon |
In-game information[]
Pokédex entries[]
| Title | Entry |
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| First Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Red and Blue | Obviously prefers hot places. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail. |
| Pokémon Yellow | The flame at the tip of its tail makes a sound as it burns. You can only hear it in quiet places. |
| Pokémon Stadium | Even the newborns have flaming tails. Unfamiliar with fire, babies are said to accidentally burn themselves. |
| Second Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Gold | The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly. |
| Pokémon Silver | The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly. |
| Pokémon Crystal | If it's healthy, the flame on the tip of its tail will burn vigorously, even if it gets a bit wet. |
| Third Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Ruby | The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely. |
| Pokémon Sapphire | The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely. |
| Pokémon Emerald | The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is happy, and blazes when it is enraged. |
| Pokémon FireRed | From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out. |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail. |
| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon Pearl | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon Platinum | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon White | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon White 2 | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly. |
| Pokémon Y | From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely. |
| Seventh Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu |
The flame at the tip of its tail makes a sound as it burns. You can only hear it in quiet places. |
| Pokémon Let's Go Eevee |
The flame at the tip of its tail makes a sound as it burns. You can only hear it in quiet places. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sword | It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail. |
| Pokémon Shield | From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out. |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If the Pokémon is healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If the Pokémon is healthy, its tail burns intensely. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life-force. If Charmander is weak, the flame also burns weakly. |
| Pokémon Violet | If Charmander is healthy, the flame on the tip of its tail will burn vigorously and won’t go out even if it gets a bit wet. |
| Pokémon Legends: Z-A | The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly. |
Game locations[]
Evolution[]
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Base Stats[]
| HP | 39 |
| Attack | 52 |
| Defense | 43 |
| Sp. Attack | 60 |
| Sp. Defense | 50 |
| Speed | 65 |
| Total | 309 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
| Main article: Charmander/gallery |
Sprites[]
External links[]
- Charmander at Pokémon Wiki, the Fandom wiki on Pokémon.
| First partner Pokémon | |
|---|---|
| Generation I | Bulbasaur • Charmander • Squirtle • Pikachu (Yellow and Let's Go Pikachu!) • Eevee (Let's Go Eevee!) |
| Generation II | Chikorita (also in Legends: Z-A) • Cyndaquil (also in Legends: Arceus) • Totodile (also in Legends: Z-A) |
| Generation III | Treecko • Torchic • Mudkip |
| Generation IV | Turtwig • Chimchar • Piplup |
| Generation V | Snivy • Tepig (also in Legends: Z-A) • Oshawott (also in Legends: Arceus) |
| Generation VI | Chespin • Fennekin • Froakie |
| Generation VII | Rowlet (also in Legends: Arceus) • Litten • Popplio |
| Generation VIII | Grookey • Scorbunny • Sobble |
| Generation IX | Sprigatito • Fuecoco • Quaxly |