Typhlosion is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
Type: Fire
Abilities:
- Blaze: Powers up Fire-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
- Flash Fire (Hidden Ability): Powers up the Pokémon's Fire-type moves if it's hit by one.
Physical Characteristics:
- Resembles a large, bipedal badger-like creature
- Predominantly covered in navy blue fur with a cream-colored underside
- Possesses a mane of fire that flares up around its neck when angry or during battle
- Narrow eyes and a long snout give it a fierce appearance
- Short, powerful limbs with sharp claws
Behavior and Habitat:
- Known for its intense and fiery disposition
- Typically found in volcanic regions or warm, forested areas
- Prefers solitude but is fiercely protective of its territory
- When threatened, it can cause massive explosions with its fiery mane to intimidate foes
In Battle:
- Known for being a strong special attacker
- Signature moves: Eruption, Flamethrower
- Strong against Grass, Bug, Ice, and Steel types
- Vulnerable to Water, Rock, and Ground types
- Employs speed and powerful fire-based attacks to overwhelm opponents
Evolution:
- Evolves from Quilava starting at level 36
- Quilava evolves from Cyndaquil starting at level 14
Interesting Facts:
- Typhlosion's name is a combination of "typhoon" and "explosion," reflecting its explosive power and fiery nature
- Its fiery mane is said to be hot enough to cause anything it touches to catch fire
- Known as the Volcano Pokémon, it can cause a full-scale eruption just by rubbing its blazing fur
- In Legends: Arceus, a regional variant exists known as Hisuian Typhlosion, which is a Fire/Ghost-type and has a more mystical appearance
Typhlosion remains a beloved choice for trainers seeking a powerful and reliable Fire-type Pokémon with a fiery spirit and explosive potential in battle.