growlithe-hisui

Growlithe Hisui is a dual Fire/Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Fire / Rock

Abilities:

• Intimidate: Lowers the opposing Pokémon's Attack stat upon entering battle.
• Flash Fire (Hidden Ability): Powers up the Pokémon's Fire-type moves if it's hit by one.

Physical Characteristics:

• Resembles a small, canine creature with a robust build.
• Distinctive rock-like fur with a reddish-brown color, giving it a more rugged appearance compared to the regular Growlithe.
• Its mane is fluffy and voluminous, resembling a cloud, with a pale gray color.
• Features a horn on its head, which is not present in its Kantonian counterpart, adding a unique aspect to its silhouette.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Found in the Hisui region, which is known for its diverse landscapes ranging from volcanic areas to rocky terrains.
• Displays a more cautious and curious nature compared to its Kantonian variant, often seen in pairs or small packs.
• Known to be highly protective of its territory and those it considers part of its pack.
• Prefers habitats with plenty of rocks and geothermal activity, often inhabiting volcanic areas.

In Battle:

• Utilizes both its Fire and Rock typing to excel in offensive strategies.
• Signature moves include Rock Slide and Flamethrower, which take advantage of its dual typing.
• Effective against Bug, Ice, and Flying types, thanks to its Rock-type moves.
• Vulnerable to Water and Ground types, so strategic switching is essential.
• Can utilize Intimidate to weaken physical attackers, providing a strategic advantage in battles.

Evolution:

• Evolves into Arcanine Hisui when exposed to a Fire Stone.
• Retains its dual Fire/Rock typing upon evolution, gaining increased stats and new move options.

Interesting Facts:

• The Hisuian form of Growlithe is a result of adaptation to the harsh, rugged environment of the Hisui region.
• The horn on its head is believed to be an evolutionary trait that offers protection and aids in digging through volcanic rock.
• Known for its fierce loyalty and bravery, traits that have made it a popular companion among the early settlers of Hisui.
• Despite its intimidating appearance, it is gentle and playful with those it trusts.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Red: Very protective of its territory. It will bark andbite to repel intruders from its space.
• Blue: Very protective of its territory. It will bark andbite to repel intruders from its space.
• Yellow: A Pokémon with a friendly nature. However, it willbark fiercely at anything invading its territory.
• Gold: It has a brave and trustworthy na­ ture. It fear­lessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
• Silver: Extremely loyal, it will fearlessly bark at any oppo­nent to protect its own trainer from harm.
• Crystal: It controls a big territory. If it detects an unknownsmell, it roars loudly to force out the intruder.
• Ruby: GROWLITHE has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what.It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
• Sapphire: GROWLITHE has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what.It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
• Emerald: Its superb sense of smell ensures that this Pokémon won’t forget any scent, no matter what. It uses its sense of smell to detect the emotions of others.
• Firered: Very friendly and faithful to people. It will try to repel enemies by barking and biting.
• Leafgreen: It is very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.
• Diamond: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
• Pearl: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
• Platinum: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
• Heartgold: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
• Soulsilver: Extremely loyal, it will fearlessly bark at any opponent to protect its own Trainer from harm.
• Black: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
• White: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
• Black-2: Extremely loyal to its Trainer, it will bark at those who approach the Trainer unexpectedly and run them out of town.
• White-2: Extremely loyal to its Trainer, it will bark at those who approach the Trainer unexpectedly and run them out of town.
• X: Very friendly and faithful to people. It will try to repel enemies by barking and biting.
• Y: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
• Omega-Ruby: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
• Sun: It’s both clever and loyal, but if a stranger tries to invade its territory, it barks threateningly.
• Moon: It looks cute, but when you approach another Trainer’s Growlithe, it will bark at you and bite.
• Ultra-Sun: While it’s quite friendly toward humans once it’s grown used to them, in the wild it must be quite fierce to defend its territory from Rockruff.
• Ultra-Moon: It has lived alongside humans since ages ago. Its bones have been found in excavations of ruins from the Stone Age.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: A Pokémon with a friendly nature. However, it will bark fiercely at anything invading its territory.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: A Pokémon with a friendly nature. However, it will bark fiercely at anything invading its territory.
• Sword: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
• Shield: Extremely loyal, it will fearlessly bark at any opponent to protect its own Trainer from harm.
• Legends-Arceus: They patrol their territory in pairs. I believe the igneous rock components in the fur of this species are the result of volcanic activity in its habitat.

58 National

58 Kanto

127 Original-Johto

129 Updated-Johto

51 Updated-Unova

52 Original-Alola

52 Original-Melemele

64 Updated-Alola

64 Updated-Melemele

58 Letsgo-Kanto

70 Galar

150 Hisui

213 Paldea

78 Kitakami