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Cyndaquil (JP) 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 second generation games Gold and Silver. It evolves into Quilava starting at level 16. It is one of the First partner Pokémon for the Johto region, as well as in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Cyndaquil is a small, bipedal mammalian Pokémon with bluish fur on top of its body and cream-colored fur on its underside. Its eyes are usually seen closed, and it has a long, thin snout. Its arms are short, but its legs are slightly more developed and have a single nail on each foot. On its back are four red circles that can erupt into flames. When the flames are burning, its back has the appearance of being covered in spines.

Cyndaquil is capable of defending itself using these flames, and the fire grows more powerful as it becomes angry or defensive. Cyndaquil's firepower is described as being tremendously powerful. However, if it is tired, the flames are not able to burn properly. It is usually timid by nature and often curls into a ball when intimidated. Due to this, Cyndaquil prefers staying hunched over. Though rare in the wild, it can be found living on grasslands.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire: Hitting Cyndaquil will knock it back. After a few hits, Cyndaquil will be knocked into the Egg stand and the flame on its back will start heating the Egg. Hitting Cyndaquil one more time will cause the Egg to hatch and the player will have a chance to catch the newly hatched Pokémon.

Super Smash Bros. series[]

Cyndaquil appeared as a Poké Ball Pokémon in Super Smash Bros. Melee. When released from a Poké Ball, Cyndaquil will aim a Flamethrower diagonally towards the ground from its back in one direction. It is one of the easiest Pokémon to avoid, however. It can also be knocked off the screen.

Trophy descriptions[]

In the anime[]

Origin and inspiration[]

Cyndaquil appears to be based on an echidna with traits of shrews, anteaters, and tenrecs, such as its long snout and having little to no tail. The shape of its closed eyes resemble those of baby honey badgers. When its fire is lit, the fire resembles the quills of a porcupine. Cyndaquil could also be based on the Chinese mythological creature Hinezumi, a fire mouse that lives in volcanoes.

Cyndaquil may be a combination of cinder (ashes) and quill (referring to needle-like hairs).

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold It is timid, and always curls itself up in a ball. If attacked, it flares up its back for protection.
Pokémon Silver It usually stays hunched over. If it is angry or surprised, it shoots flames out of its back.
Pokémon Crystal The fire that spouts from its back burns hottest when it is angry. The flaring flames intimidate foes.
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Cyndaquil protects itself by flaring up the flames on its back. The flames are vigorous if the Pokémon is angry. However, if it is tired, the flames sputter fitfully with incomplete combustion
Pokémon Sapphire Cyndaquil protects itself by flaring up the flames on its back. The flames are vigorous if the Pokémon is angry. However, if it is tired, the flames sputter fitfully with incomplete combustion.
Pokémon Emerald It flares flames from its back to protect itself. The fire burns vigorously if the Pokémon is angry. When it is tired, it sputters with incomplete combustion.
Pokémon FireRed It usually stays hunched over. If it is angry or surprised, it shoots flames out of its back.
Pokémon LeafGreen It is timid, and always curls itself up in a ball. If attacked, it flares up its back for protection.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Pearl It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Platinum It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon HeartGold It is timid and always curls itself up in a ball. If attacked, it flares up its back for protection.
Pokémon SoulSilver It usually stays hunched over. If it is angry or surprised, it shoots flames out of its back.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon White It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Black 2 It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon White 2 It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X It is timid and always curls itself up in a ball. If attacked, it flares up its back for protection.
Pokémon Y It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Cyndaquil protects itself by flaring up the flames on its back. The flames are vigorous if the Pokémon is angry. However, if it is tired, the flames sputter fitfully with incomplete combustion.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Cyndaquil protects itself by flaring up the flames on its back. The flames are vigorous if the Pokémon is angry. However, if it is tired, the flames sputter fitfully with incomplete combustion.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Shining Pearl It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Hails from the Johto region. Though usually curled into a ball due to its timid disposition, it harbors tremendous firepower.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet It usually stays hunched over. If it is angry or surprised, it shoots flames out of its back.
Pokémon Violet The fire that spouts from its back burns hottest when it is angry. The flaring flames intimidate foes.


Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold
New Bark Town (First partner Pokémon)
Pokémon Silver
New Bark Town (First partner Pokémon)
Pokémon Crystal
New Bark Town (First partner Pokémon)
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby
Trade
Pokémon Emerald
Professor Birch (Hoenn Pokédex Completion)
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Platinum
Trade
Pokémon HeartGold
New Bark Town (First partner Pokémon)
Pokémon SoulSilver
New Bark Town (First partner Pokémon)
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Trade
Pokémon Omega Ruby
Professor Birch on Route 101 (Postgame)
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Professor Birch on Route 101 (Postgame)
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun
Route 3 (Island Scan)Sun
Pokémon Moon
Route 3 (Island Scan)Sun
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
Grand Underground
Pokémon Shining Pearl
Grand Underground
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
First partner Pokémon from Professor Laventon
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
Polar Biome
Pokémon Violet
Polar Biome


Evolution[]

Cyndaquil
Reach level 14.
Quilava
Reach level 36.
Typhlosion
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Hisuian[]

Cyndaquil
Reach level 17.
Quilava
Reach level 36.
Typhlosion
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Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 39
Attack 52
Defense 43
Sp. Attack 60
Sp. Defense 50
Speed 65
Total 309

Moveset[]

Main article: Cyndaquil/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

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