How Many Fire-Type Pokémon Can You Name?
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Fire-type Pokémon have been prevalent since the first games in the series. At the start of every game (except for Pokémon Yellow) you are given the choice of three starter Pokémon. One of these is always a Fire-type Pokémon. In Pokémon Red & Blue, choosing the Fire-type starter was the same as selecting the hard mode in most video games. This is because the Pokémon Gyms were designed in such a way as to give the Fire-types a hard time. Pokémon Gold & Silver switched this around and made choosing the Fire-type the easy option.
The Fire-type Pokémon have had a hard time in the past few years. This is because they face dangers like Stealth Rock and Greninja on the competitive scene. Fire-type Pokémon now have more opposition than ever. It takes a truly skilled Pokémon trainer to utilize the power of these mighty beasts and claim victory for themselves.
There have been many different beasts among the Fire-type Pokémon over the years. This is because they are popular among the fans. There have been Fire-type dragons, lizards, ghosts, birds, foxes, turtles, pigs, furniture, dogs, cats, insects, snails, horses, anteaters, dolls, lions, camels, monkeys, honey badgers, and chickens. It seems that Game Freak are fond of taking a photo of an animal, drawing flames on it, and calling it a day.
If you clicked on this quiz, then you probably think that you know your Fire-type Pokémon. There have been many significant Fire-type Pokémon across the series, which gives us a lot of different creatures to choose from. So, Can You Name These Fire-Type Pokémon!
If you give an Eevee a Fire Stone...
Pokémon Red & Blue introduced Eevee to the series. This would become the starter Pokémon of your rival in Yellow. Eevee has the unique ability to transform into multiple different evolutions depending on various factors. In Pokémon Red & Blue, this was based around giving it an evolution stone. The later games gave Eevee the ability to evolve based on its Friendship stat and the time of day it was leveled up. If you give an Eevee a Fire Stone, then it will evolve into this Pokémon and become a Fire-type creature.
This lizard is the Fire-type starter of Kanto
This is one of the three starters of Pokémon Red & Blue. You are also given one for free in Pokémon Yellow. It returned as a starter in Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen. You were also given one for free during your adventures in Kalos in Pokémon X & Y. This is clearly one of the most popular Pokémon around. The Pokédex claims that this Pokémon will die if the flame on its tail goes out. Thankfully, this is not reflected as a mechanic within the game.
This dog also has the power of darkness
The second generation of Pokémon games introduced the Dark-type to the series. These were created as a counter to Psychic-types, as they were the most powerful Pokémon in the first generation of games. In Japan, the Dark-type is also known as the Evil-type, which is an incorrect term, as the nature of a Pokémon is mostly determined by its trainer. This Pokémon is a Dark/Fire-type creature that was introduced in Gold & Silver. It would go on to receive a Mega Evolution in Pokémon X & Y.
Sun Wukong inspired the creation of this Pokémon
The Fire-type starter Pokémon of the Sinnoh region was a monkey. It is in no way related to the Fire-type monkey Pokémon that appeared a generation later in Unova. This Pokémon is inspired by the design of Sun Wukong. He is the protagonist of Journey to the West, which is an ancient Chinese novel about a priest and a group of gods who travel to India, in order to reclaim sacred texts. One of those gods was a monkey named Sun Wukong, who also inspired the creation of Goku in Dragon Ball.
This Pokémon can be found running across Johto
This is the Fire-type member of the three Legendary Beasts of Johto. At the start of Pokémon Gold & Silver, the three Legendary Beasts are still transformed into statues. They are awoken from their slumber and sent running across Johto. The Legendary Beasts are some of the most notoriously difficult Pokémon to catch. This is because they will bolt after a few rounds. It doesn't matter if you freeze this Pokémon and then put it to sleep: it will still manage to run away from the battle.
This big red turtle is made of fire for some reason
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Ruby & Sapphire. Ash caught one of them during his adventures in Hoenn and it became a powerful member of his team. Ash was right to use this Pokémon on his team, as this creature has some great utility in battle. It has the highest base Defense stat of all Fire-type Pokémon and it has access to awesome moves like Stealth Rock and Rapid Spin. The only thing that lets it down is its low speed.
This Pokémon is the mascot of Red and FireRed
Pokémon Red featured an orange dragon on its box art that soon became one of the most popular creatures in the series. This was especially true when it debuted in the anime as a member of Ash's team. It still occasionally returns to team up with its old master when he needs the extra power. Sadly, this Pokémon doesn't see much use in the competitive scene. This is due to the popularity of Stealth Rock, which will shave off half of this Pokémon's health as soon as it enters the arena.
You can find this bird on the Victory Road
This Pokémon is one of the three Legendary Birds of the Kanto region. It debuted in Pokémon Red & Blue. This is the easiest of the three Legendary Birds to find. Zapdos is hidden in the Power Plant and Articuno rests among the Seafoam Islands. This Pokémon can be found on the Victory Road. You will likely encounter this Pokémon on your journey as you need to travel across the Victory Road in order to reach the Pokémon League building, so that you can challenge the Elite Four.
This kitty is the Fire-type starter of Alola
This Pokémon is the Fire-type starter of Sun & Moon. It will be returning as a starter in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Ash recently caught one of these Pokémon in the anime, in what is now regarded as the most upsetting episode of the show's run. This Pokémon was looking after an elderly Stoutland. It was forced to steal food for its old friend. The Stoutland was eventually taken to a Pokémon Center, where it passed away due to its age. This Pokémon chose to join Ash in order to honor its departed friend.
This horse won't burn the riders that it trusts
This Fire-type Pokémon was introduced in Red & Blue. The Pokédex claims that this Pokémon can run over 150 miles per hour if the need arises. It can outrun most vehicles in the Pokémon world. There was once an event giveaway in Japan for Pokémon Red & Blue. It was called the Pokémon Stamp challenge and the winner would receive one of these Pokémon. What made it special was that it knew Pay Day. This event Pokémon is one of the rarest ever released.
The Fire-type starter of Johto will evolve into this beast
This is the final evolution of the Fire-type starter of Johto. It debuted in Pokémon Gold & Silver. Fans are unsure what animal acted as the inspiration for this Pokémon. The consensus is that it is either the honey badger or the wolverine. Either of those answers would be awesome. This is one of the few Pokémon that can learn the move Eruption. The strength of this attack is based on the current health of its user, so it can either be very powerful or very weak.
You need a Fire Stone to create this Pokémon
This fiery dog debuted in Pokémon Red & Blue. It requires a Fire Stone in order to be created. Gary Oak used one of these Pokémon in the anime. It got squashed by Mewtwo in the Viridian City Gym. He would later use it during his final battle against Ash in the Johto region. This Pokémon was put up against Ash's Snorlax, where it was defeated by a powerful Hyper Beam attack. Gary left this Pokémon with Professor Oak when he decided to retire from battling.
This Pokémon shared an apartment with Joey before marrying Monica
This is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Black & White. You need to use a Dusk Stone in order to create this Pokémon. This Pokémon made another appearance as one of the fighters in Pokkén Tournament. It uses a selection of ranged attacks in order to wear down the opponent. This makes this Pokémon an unpopular choice in tournaments. You can also fight hordes of these Pokémon in the Smash Run mode of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.
This baby Pokémon needs friendship to evolve
The second generation of Pokémon games introduced the concept of Baby Pokémon to the series. These were a horrible addition to the series, as they were generally a nightmare to evolve. They either needed to reach a high level, whilst having crummy stats, or you needed to raise their Friendship stat, which was a major pain to do. This Fire-type Baby Pokémon needs you to carry his infant hide all the way to level 30. Good luck dealing with this annoying kid!
Alola killed this Pokémon
The Alola region changed many different classic Pokémon into new forms. This is because the tropical climate forced them to adapt to a different environment than they would have in Kanto. This Pokémon is famous for the fact that one of them died in Pokémon Red & Blue and was fought as a literal ghost, which the player needed to put to rest. The Alola region pays tribute to the sacrifice of this Pokémon by turning all of them into Fire/Ghost-types.
This Pokémon debuted in the first episode of the anime
This Pokémon is the mascot of Gold and HeartGold. It actually predates most of the other Pokémon in the anime, as Ash witnessed it flying across the sky during the first episode of the Pokémon anime. It would be a long time before the two would encounter each other again. This Pokémon is one of the protectors of the Johto region. It uses its power to awaken the three Legendary Beasts in the Brass Tower and awaits a battle with the player at the end of the game.
You should seal this Pokémon inside Naruto's belly
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that debuted in Red & Blue. There are some curious legends about this creature in the Pokédex, such as the idea that touching one of its tails would curse you or that they were all created from the reincarnated souls of dead noblemen. This Pokémon received a vastly different form in the Alola region. It was now an Ice/Fairy-type Pokémon that could only be created with an Ice Stone. This typing, coupled with its speed, makes it one of the most effective Dragon-type killers in the game.
This chicken might be the most powerful Pokémon in the competitive scene
The Hoenn Fire-type starter evolves into one of the best Pokémon in the series. It is a Fire/Fighting Pokémon that has a murderously high speed and strength. This Pokémon will hit fast and hard, which will knock out most opponents in a single move. This Pokémon received a Mega Evolution in X & Y. Players who bought the game at the time of its release would receive a free Torchic that carries the necessary Mega Stone. That was the only way to get the Mega Stone in that generation of games.
This is the Fire-type starter of Unova
This is the Fire-type starter of Pokémon Black & White. It returned as a starter in Pokémon Black 2 & White 2. The most famous appearance of this Pokémon actually happened in the Trading Card Game. Each of the three Pokémon in this evolutionary line starred in a card that showed a family growing over the years. A young boy receives this Pokémon in the first card. He is seen as a teenage boy with its middle stage evolution in the second card and is shown as an adult with children of his own with the final form of this Pokémon in the last card.
This Pokémon is the natural enemy of Electabuzz
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Red & Blue. It has remained a popular creature throughout the series, as it received both a pre-evolution and a trade evolution of its own. By far the most famous appearance of this Pokémon was the one on Blaine's team. Blaine was the Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island and used one of these Pokémon in battle. Ash's Charizard had an awesome fight with this Pokémon, which ended with the two of them falling into a volcano.
This pig is the final evolution of the Fire-type Unova starter
This Pokémon evolves from the Fire-type starter of Unova. It is another member of the long line of Fighting/Fire-type evolutions that happen result from the starters. One of the most effective uses of this Pokémon is with its Reckless hidden ability. This significantly powers up moves that deal recoil damage. You can combine this ability with this Pokémon's signature move, Flare Blitz, in order to give it a huge boost to its damage. This can take out a lot of foes in a single hit.
This Pokémon took Bulbasaur's place at the beginning of the Pokédex
The first Pokémon in the Pokédex used to be Bulbasaur. This was the status quo until Pokémon Black & White when it was decided that a Pokémon should be number 000 in the Pokédex. It is still unknown why this decision was made, as this Pokémon never did anything particularly noteworthy in order to earn this distinction. This is a Psychic/Fire-type Mythical Pokémon from the Unova region. You could only acquire one by downloading a Liberty Pass, which will allow you to travel to the unique area where you can meet and catch this Pokémon.
Mega Evolution helps to make the sun shine brighter
Charizard received two Mega Evolutions. One of them transforms it into a Dragon-type Pokémon, while the other just adds lots of points to its body. This Mega Evolution also gives it the Drought ability, which turns the sunlight harsh within the battle arena. Drought increases the power of Fire-type attacks while weakening the strength of Water-type moves. It also allows moves like Solar Beam and Solar Blade to be used instantly. It's just a shame that this Pokémon takes so much damage from Stealth Rock.
You can expect to fight a lot of these Pokémon in Hoenn
This is a Fire/Ground-type Pokémon. It debuted in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. This Pokémon would see a triumphant return in Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, where it seemed as if every enemy trainer had one. The design of this Pokémon was based upon mixing a camel with a volcano. It has a crater filled with magma on its back, which it needs to fill from time to time. The Pokédex claims that the magma will slow the Pokémon down in the rain.
This lizard fights with both claw and flame
The Fire-type starter of Pokémon Red & Blue can evolve into this Pokémon. There were many novice Pokémon players who were forced to level up and evolve this creature early, as they were unable to beat Brock. The start of the game actually gives you a few solutions for beating Brock, such as catching a Nidoran or evolving a Butterfree. Those players who didn't know this were stuck fighting low-level Bug-type Pokémon in the forest, in order to create this beast.
This Pokémon slimes its way across the Johto region
This is a Fire/Rock-type Pokémon that was introduced in Gold & Silver. It is still the only Fire/Rock-type Pokémon in existence (if you include its pre-evolution form). These Pokémon are very common and could be found in every region after its introduction. This was changed in Pokémon Black & White, where they couldn't be found in the Unova region without trading. According to the Pokémon Sapphire Pokédex, this Pokémon has a body temperature of around 18,000 degrees. This is almost double the temperature of the surface of the sun. So, yeah... don't touch this Pokémon.
This Pokémon is based on a real life doll
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Black & White. It is based on the real life Daruma doll, which are hollow wooden figurines that are made to look like Bodhidharma, who was the founder of the Zen sect of Buddhism. When it is tired, this Pokémon tends to hide its arms and legs within its body. This makes it look ever more like the doll that it is based on. It is said that this Pokémon has fire within its body.
This is the mascot of Pokémon Black
This creature is the mascot of Pokémon Black. A fused version of this Pokémon and Kyurem was also the mascot of Pokémon White 2. You are required to catch this Pokémon as part of the story in the Unova games. Like its counterpart, Zekrom, it has a much lower catch rate than most other Legendary Pokémon in the series. This was to make things easier, as you cannot battle against N until you have this Legendary Pokémon in your party.
This is the Fire-type starter of the Kalos region
This Pokémon is the Fire-type starter of X & Y. Game Freak screwed over this Pokémon, as they gave away a free Torchic with its Mega Stone to those who bought Pokémon X & Y around the time of its release. There was literally no point in choosing this as your starter, as Torchic was the far better option. The fact that it was an event Pokémon meant that it also leveled up faster. This poor fox Pokémon was left without a home in Kalos.
This Pokémon got kicked out of the cast of Beauty and the Beast
This is a Ghost/Fire-type Pokémon. It was first introduced in Pokémon Black & White. The Pokédex can be a dark and frightening place, which in no way represents what actually happens in the games. This Pokémon is one such victim of having a horrifying Pokédex entry. According to the Pokédex, this Pokémon feeds off the life force of both human beings and other Pokémon in order to power the flames on its head. It is kind of like a psychic vampire that is made out of wax.
These foxes can be found in the Kanto region
This Fire-type Pokémon was first introduced in Red & Blue. Brock caught one in the anime and it became a prized member of his team. A version of this Pokémon managed to adapt to the tropical climate of the Alola region. This version of the Pokémon was Ice-type instead of Fire. In the Beta of Pokémon Red & Blue, this Pokémon was called Foxfire, which is a much better name than the one it received in the final version of the game.
This is one fiery monkey
Pokémon Black & White introduced three monkeys that had the same types as the starter Pokémon. This creature is the Fire-type monkey of the set. The three elemental monkeys make an appearance in the first Gym of the Unova region in Pokémon Black & White. There are three potential Gym Leaders, which change depending on what starter Pokémon you chose at the beginning of the game. If you chose Snivy, then you will face Chili, who uses the Fire-type monkey.
This is the signature Pokémon of Alder, the Champion of Unova
Pokémon Black & White introduced this Bug/Fire-type Pokémon to the series. No one thought much of this Pokémon until they faced Alder, who is the Champion of the Unova region. This Pokémon was the most powerful beast on his team. It was revealed in Pokémon Black 2 & White 2 that Alder had one of these Pokémon as his starter when he was a kid. That Pokémon died of an illness, which is what prompted him to work hard enough to become the Champion.
This is the final evolution of the Fire-type starter of Alola
The Fire-type starter of the Alola region can evolve into this Pokémon. It is a Fire/Dark-type Pokémon, that turned from a cat into a professional wrestler. This Pokémon is the only creature in the game that can learn Darkest Lariat. When this move is used, it will avoid all of the stat increases that an enemy Pokémon has applied to itself. This move also ties into the Pokémon's professional wrestling theme, as it gives its opponent a deadly clothesline to the face.
Only female Pokémon can evolve into this creature
This is a Poison/Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Sun & Moon. Only the females of the species can evolve into this form. There have been some comments about how this Pokémon has an overly sexual design. It's not as if Game Freak needed to come up with a Pokémon like this, as Deviantart has been churning out creations like this since day one. Only this Pokémon and its pre-evolution possess the Poison/Fire-type. Just make sure that you catch a female if you want to use it in battle.
This Pokémon loves to eat Durants
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Black & White. It is based on the real life anteater animal. The Pokédex makes it clear that this Pokémon is the predator of Durant. This is meant to reflect the real life behavior of the anteater and its prey. It is said that Durants specifically build huge colonies so that they can all band together and fight off the Pokémon that wants to eat them. This is one of the few clear examples of Pokémon eating another species.
This Pokémon has the power of a witch
Mr. Ollivander once told Harry Potter that "the wand chooses the wizard". In this Pokémon's case, it might want to ask for a refund, as all it got was a crummy branch that was on fire. This is a Fire/Psychic-type Pokemon. It is the final evolution of the Fire-type starter of the Kalos region. Game Freak screwed this Pokémon over, as they gave away a free Torchic with its Mega Stone to those who bought Pokémon X & Y around the time of its release.
Mega Evolution gives this Pokémon the power of a dragon
People always wondered why Charizard wasn't a Dragon-type Pokémon. This was finally addressed in Pokémon X & Y, with the addition of Mega Evolution to the series. Charizard gained two Mega Evolutions, with this one turning it into a Fire/Dragon-type Pokémon. One of the biggest advantages of using Mega Evolution is the removal of the x4 weakness to Stealth Rock. This new form reduces it to x2, which means that it has a much higher chance of surviving longer than a single turn.
You don't want to be hit by this brave bird
This is a Fire/Flying-type Pokémon that was introduced in X & Y. Ash would end up using one in the anime. This Pokémon would go on to battle Moltres and was part of Ash's team when he battled Alain in the Kalos League finals. You may want to consider using this Pokémon in a competitive battle. This Pokémon has an incredibly high speed stat, which gives it move priority most of the time. If this Pokémon uses Acrobatics or Brave Bird, then it will deal a lot of damage.
Primal Reversion gives this Pokémon power over flames
This Pokémon is the mascot of Pokémon Ruby. It would later gain a new form, which became the mascot of Pokémon Omega Ruby. When this behemoth was first introduced, it was a Ground-type Pokémon. It would later gain a new form in Pokémon Omega Ruby. In order to use this new form, you had to send it into battle while it was holding a Red Orb. This will cause it to undergo Primal Reversion, which will transform it into a Ground/Fire-type Pokémon.
We would be lion if we didn't say this Pokémon was powerful
This Pokémon is a Fire/Normal-type creature that was introduced in X & Y. The visual design of this Pokémon will be very different, depending on whether it is a male of female. Male versions of this Pokémon will have a mane, while the female will have its fur in a ponytail. The leader of Team Flare was a man named Lysandre. This was his signature Pokémon and it was often seen outside of its Pokéball in the anime. Lysandre was probably fond of this Pokémon because they have the same hair style.
This is one of the secret Mythical Pokémon of Kalos
This is a Legendary Fire/Water-type Pokémon. It debuted in Pokémon X & Y. It didn't take long for event Legendary Pokémon to get leaked in the old days. Fans used to be able to download the games and sift through the files. They couldn't do this when Pokémon X & Y came out, as the 3DS was still new at the time. Fans still managed to spoil all the Legendaries by messing around with the save file. This is why this Pokémon was leaked before its official announcement.
This Pokémon loves to praise the sun!
There are some Pokémon that are only created in order to make the most out of a new feature that was added to the games. The second generation of Pokémon titles introduced evolutions that could only happen at certain times of the day, as they had introduced a clock mechanic. This Normal-type Pokémon was introduced in Ruby & Sapphire. The weather effects on the field can change this Pokémon into new forms. If a harsh sunlight effect is applied to the field, then this Pokémon becomes a Fire-type creature.
This Pokémon has magma for blood
The amount of Legendary Pokémon seemed to increase with each generation of games after the third. Legendary Pokémon are supposed to be rare and mysterious, yet you can't walk five steps through any region nowadays without tripping over one of them. This Fire/Steel-type Legendary Pokémon was introduced in Diamond & Pearl. Game Freak decided to include a lava-themed Legendary Pokémon to Sinnoh for seemingly no reason. There just happens to be a volcano Pokémon that hangs around without ever doing anything important.
Equipping a microwave gives this Pokémon the power of fire
Game Freak has been accused of running out of ideas for Pokémon since... day one. Pokémon like Voltorb and Grimer didn't exactly inflame the imaginations of the kids who played Red & Blue. This Pokémon might actually be a sign of Game Freak's lack of creativity, as it is a Pokémon based on kitchen appliances. It always maintains an Electric-type, but it can change its other type by equipping an item. If you give this Pokémon a microwave, then it will become an Electric/Fire-type Pokémon.
Mega Evolution makes this powerful Pokémon even stronger
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire were released after Pokémon X & Y introduced Mega Evolutions to the series. This means that a lot of Hoenn Pokémon received Mega forms, where they normally wouldn't have. Pokémon like Rayquaza and final forms of the Grass-type and Water-type starter Pokémon all received Mega Evolutions in this game. This fluffy Fire/Ground-type Pokémon would likely have never got a Mega Evolution if it weren't for the release of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
This Pokémon has the ability to change forms in battle
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in Black & White. It is possible for this Pokémon to undergo a significant transformation. This Pokémon can possess the Zen Mode hidden ability, which allows it to transform into a doll-like creature when its health goes below half. This will transform the Pokémon into a Fire/Psychic-type creature. This Pokémon's most powerful move is Flare Blitz. The problem with using this is that it deals recoil damage, which may accidentally switch this Pokémon into its Zen Mode.
The sweet taste of nectar will change this Pokémon's type
Pokémon that have multiple forms are not a new thing. It is even possible for Pokémon to switch forms in the middle of battle, such as when Meloetta uses Relic Song or when Darmanitan takes too much damage. The Alola region has a certain breed of bird Pokémon that can change their form depending on what kind of nectar they drink. This also has the effect of changing their type. If you give this Pokémon some red nectar, then it will turn into a fiery flamenco bird.
You will need a Magmarizer to see this Pokémon
Pokémon Diamond & Pearl added some new evolutionary forms for older Pokémon. These included Electabuzz, Togetic, Tangela, Rhydon, Lickitung, Magneton, and Sneasel. You needed to use evolution stones or to trade them while they held specific items in order to activate these evolutions. This is a Fire-type Pokémon that evolves from one of the creatures from Red & Blue. It will gain the Vital Spirit hidden ability, which prevents it from getting drowsy or being affected by the sleep status effect.
This Pokémon is based on landmines
This is a Fire/Dragon-type Pokémon that was introduced in Sun & Moon. Its design seems to be based on that of a landmine, which is an odd thing to base a Pokémon on. Then again, Parasect is based on a fungus that takes over the minds of insects, so maybe a landmine isn't so weird. It might be tempting to use Mega Charizard X instead of this Pokémon in battle. This Pokémon has a beastly high defense, which many enemies will have trouble piercing.