torkoal

Torkoal is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.

Type: Fire

Abilities:

• White Smoke: Prevents other Pokémon from lowering Torkoal's stats.
• Drought (Hidden Ability): Summons intense sunlight in battle, boosting Fire-type moves and affecting certain other moves and abilities.

Physical Characteristics:

• Torkoal resembles a tortoise with a rugged, coal-like shell.
• Its body is predominantly orange with dark-gray, stony patches.
• The shell is a prominent feature, appearing like a furnace with holes that billow smoke.
• It has a pair of small, bright eyes and a broad snout.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Torkoal is typically found in mountainous areas and volcanic regions.
• It relies on coal for energy, which it burns inside its shell to generate heat and smoke.
• Known for its slow and steady nature, it often rests in warm environments.
• Torkoal defends itself by releasing smoke from its shell to obscure vision and deter predators.

In Battle:

• Torkoal is a defensive powerhouse with high Defense stats.
• It excels at using moves like Lava Plume and Eruption, which make the most of its Fire-typing in intense sunlight.
• Torkoal is effective against Bug, Steel, Grass, and Ice types but is vulnerable to Water, Ground, and Rock types.
• Its ability to summon sunlight with Drought can turn the tide by weakening Water-type moves and enhancing its own Fire-type attacks.

Evolution:

• Torkoal does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, making it a standalone species.

Interesting Facts:

• Torkoal's coal-burning mechanism is similar to a steam engine, reflecting its industrial inspiration.
• Despite its slow speed, Torkoal's strategic utility in setting up weather conditions makes it valuable in competitive play.
• In the anime, Ash Ketchum has a Torkoal that is known for its emotional reactions and determination in battles.
• Torkoal's design may also draw inspiration from traditional Japanese kilns used for pottery and ceramics.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Ultra-Sun: You can tell how it’s feeling by the smoke spouting from its shell. Tremendous velocity is a sign of good health.
• Ruby: TORKOAL digs through mountains in search of coal. If it finds some, it fills hollow spaces on its shell with the coaland burns it. If it is attacked, this Pokémon spouts thick black smoke to beat a retreat.
• Sapphire: TORKOAL generates energy by burning coal. It grows weaker as the fire dies down.When it is preparing for battle, this Pokémon burns more coal.
• Emerald: It battles using energy it gets from burning coal. When loosing smoke from its nostrils, it lets off a sound that is similar to a locomotive’s horn.
• Firered: It burns coal inside its shell. If it is attacked, it belches thick, black smoke and flees.
• Leafgreen: It burns coal inside its shell. If it is attacked, it belches thick, black smoke and flees.
• Diamond: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Pearl: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Platinum: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Heartgold: You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.
• Soulsilver: You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.
• Black: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• White: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Black-2: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• White-2: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• X: You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.
• Y: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Omega-Ruby: Torkoal digs through mountains in search of coal. If it finds some, it fills hollow spaces on its shell with the coal and burns it. If it is attacked, this Pokémon spouts thick black smoke to beat a retreat.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Torkoal generates energy by burning coal. It grows weaker as the fire dies down. When it is preparing for battle, this Pokémon burns more coal.
• Sun: Coal is the source of Torkoal’s energy. Large amounts of coal can be found in the mountains where they live.
• Moon: If the fire burning within its shell goes out, it will die. Those who wish to raise one in their home must always keep something flammable at hand.
• Ultra-Moon: It burns coal to produce energy. When it has burned through all of its coal, it becomes unable to move.
• Sword: It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.
• Shield: You find abandoned coal mines full of them. They dig tirelessly in search of coal.