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|name = '''Vulpix'''
  
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|hp = 38
  
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|gen=Generation I
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|atk = 41
  
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|species=Fox Pokémon
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|species = Fox Pokémon
  
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|type = {{Type|Fire}}
  
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|height = <span class="explain" title="0.6 m">2'00"</span>
  
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|ability=[[Flash Fire]]
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|weight = <span class="explain" title="9.9kg">21.8 lbs</span>
  
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|dw=Drought
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|ability = [[Flash Fire]]<br>[[Drought]] ([[Dream World]])
  
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|color = <span style="color:brown;">'''Brown'''</span>
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|color=Brown
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|male=25
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|gender = <span class="female">75% ♀</span>/<span class="male">25% ♂</span>
  
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'''Vulpix''' is a {{Type|Fire}}-[[Types|type]] [[Pokémon (species)|Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation I]].
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'''Vulpix''' (Japanese: '''ロコン''' ''Rokon'') is a {{Type|Fire}}-[[Types|type]] [[Pokémon (creature)|Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation I]].
   
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== Appearance ==
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==Biology==
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===Physiology===
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Vulpix are fox-like Pokémon with red-brown colored fur. Vulpix's most distinctive feature is its six tails that are curled at the tips. According to the [[Pokédex]], its tails are actually one tail that splits multiple times as it grows older. On the top of its head, Vulpix have fur that curls into three rolls at the top and falls over its forehead at the bottom. Vulpix appear to be feminine pokemon but can be found in the wild as male.
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Vulpix are fox-like Pokémon with reddish-brown fur. Vulpix's most distinctive feature is its six orange tails that are curled at the tips. According to the [[Pokédex]], when it is born, Vulpix possesses one snow white tail that eventually splits into many tails as it grows older. On the top of its head, Vulpix have a tuft of bright orange fur atop their heads that curls into three rolls at the top and falls over its forehead at the bottom. Its underbelly is cream-colored. Vulpix appear to be feminine Pokémon in general, and females are more commonly found in the wild than males.
   
 
Additionally, a [[Shiny Pokémon|shiny]] Vulpix has a golden color scheme as opposed to its original red-brown. Also, Vulpix do not have any differences in appearance between genders.
  
Additionally, a [[Shiny Pokémon|shiny]] Vulpix has a golden color scheme as opposed to its original red-brown. Also, Vulpix do not have any differences in appearance between genders.
   
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== Special abilities ==
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=== Special abilities ===
 
All Vulpix have the ability [[Flash Fire]], which powers up its {{Type|Fire}}-type moves when hit by any {{Type|Fire}}-type move and makes it immune to {{Type|Fire}}-type attacks.
  
All Vulpix have the ability [[Flash Fire]], which powers up its {{Type|Fire}}-type moves when hit by any {{Type|Fire}}-type move and makes it immune to {{Type|Fire}}-type attacks.
   
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== Evolution ==
  
== Evolution ==
 
'''Vulpix''' evolves into [[Ninetales]] by use of a [[Evolution Stones#Fire Stone|Fire Stone]].
 
'''Vulpix''' evolves into [[Ninetales]] by use of a [[Evolution Stones#Fire Stone|Fire Stone]].
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== In the anime ==
  
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{{Main|Suzy's Vulpix}}[[File:Vulpix and Brock.jpg|thumb|right|170px|Brock's Vulpix given to him by Suzy.]]
  
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Vulpix first debuted in the episode ''[[IL028: Pokémon Fashion Flash|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]'' under the ownership of a [[Pokémon Breeder]] named [[Suzy]]. Other Vulpix have infrequently appeared in the [[Pokémon Anime|anime]] when compared to that of other Pokémon.
  
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=== Brock's Vulpix ===
  
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[[Brock (anime)|Brock]] had a [[Suzy's Vulpix|Vulpix]] early on in the anime series in the aforementioned episode ''Pokémon Fashion Flash''. Brock received it from the Pokémon Breeder named Suzy. While Brock did not use this Vulpix frequently in battle, he was often seen taking care of it, usually grooming it. In the episode ''[[Beauty and the Breeder]]'', Brock returned the Vulpix back to Suzy.
  
   
 
== Game info ==
  
== Game info ==
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{{Game Locations
  
{{Game Locations
 
|backcolor = {{Fire}}
  
|backcolor = {{Fire}}
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|pokemon = Vulpix
  
 
|redblue = [[Route]]s [[Kanto Route 7|7]], [[Kanto Route 8|8]], [[Pokémon Mansion]] <small>(<span class="male">Blue Only</span>)</small>
  
|redblue = [[Route]]s [[Kanto Route 7|7]], [[Kanto Route 8|8]], [[Pokémon Mansion]] <small>(<span class="male">Blue Only</span>)</small>
 
|rbrarity = Few
  
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|blackwhite = [[Abundant Shrine]]
  
|blackwhite = [[Abundant Shrine]]
 
|bwrarity = Rare
  
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|black2white2 = [[Abundant Shrine]]
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|PMD1 = [[Fiery Field]] (1-4F)
  
|PMD1 = [[Fiery Field]] (1-4F)
 
|PMD2 = [[Sky Stairway]] (1-49F)
  
|PMD2 = [[Sky Stairway]] (1-49F)
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|Ranger2 = [[Shiver Camp]], [[The Ice Lake]], [[Hiaburu Lake]], [[Almia Castle]]
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|Ranger2 = [[Shiver Camp]], [[Ice Lake]], [[Hiaburu Lake]], [[Almia Castle]]
 
|Ranger3 = [[Old Mansion]], [[Ice Temple]]
  
|Ranger3 = [[Old Mansion]], [[Ice Temple]]
 
|Rumble = [[Fiery Furnace]]
  
|Rumble = [[Fiery Furnace]]
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===Pokédex entries===
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|backcolor = {{Fire}}
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|backcolor={{Fire}}
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|redblue = At the time of birth, it has just one tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
  
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|yellow = Both its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
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|redblue=At the time of birth, it has just one tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
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|yellow=Both its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
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|gold = As it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
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|gold=As it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
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|silver = If it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
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|silver=If it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
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|crystal = As its body grows larger, its six warm tails become more beautiful, with a more luxurious coat of fur.
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|crystal=As its body grows larger, its six warm tails become more beautiful, with a more luxurious coat of fur.
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|ruby = At the time of its birth, Vulpix has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this Pokémon receives plenty of love from its Trainer. The six tails become magnificently curled.
  
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|sapphire = Inside Vulpix's body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
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|ruby=At the time of its birth, Vulpix has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this Pokémon receives plenty of love from its Trainer. The six tails become magnificently curled.
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|sapphire=Inside Vulpix's body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
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|emerald = It can freely control fire, making fiery orbs fly like will-o'-the-wisps. Just before evolution, its six tails grow hot as if on fire.
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|emerald=It can freely control fire, making fiery orbs fly like will-o'-the-wisps. Just before evolution, its six tails grow hot as if on fire.
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|firered = While young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
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|firered=While young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
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|leafgreen = When it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
  
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|leafgreen=When it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
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|diamond = It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
  
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|pearl = It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|diamond=It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|platinum = It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|pearl=It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|platinum=It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|heartgold = As it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
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|heartgold=As it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
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|soulsilver = If it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger then itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
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|soulsilver=If it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger then itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
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|black = It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
  
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|white = It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|black=It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|white=It controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
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|black 2=As each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
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|white 2=As each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
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|x=When it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
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|y=While young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.}}
   
 
=== Learnset ===
  
=== Learnset ===
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==== Generation I ====
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====Leveling====
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{{Movessettop|type=Fire|gen=I}}
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{{Main|Vulpix/Learnset Generation I}}
  
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{{Movessetmid|1|'''[[Ember]]'''|40|100|25|Fire}}
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{{Movessetmid|1|[[Tail Whip]]|—|100|30|Normal}}
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{{Movessetmid|16|[[Quick Attack]]|40|100|30|Normal}}
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{{Movessetmid|21|[[Roar]]|—|100|10|Normal}}
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{{Movessetmid|28|[[Confuse Ray]]|—|100|15|Ghost}}
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{{Movessetmid|35|'''[[Flamethrower]]'''|95|100|15|Fire}}
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{{Movessetmid|42|'''[[Fire Spin]]'''|15|70|15|Fire}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Fire}}
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====TMs/HMs====
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{{Movessettoptm|backcolor={{Fire}}|gen=I}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM06|[[Toxic]]|—|85|10|{{type|Poison}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM08|[[Body Slam]]|85|100|15|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM09|[[Take Down]]|90|100|20|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM10|[[Double-Edge]]|100|100|15|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM20|[[Rage]]|20|100|20|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM28|[[Dig]]|100|100|10|{{type|Ground}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM31|[[Mimic]]|—|—|10|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM32|[[Double Team (move)|Double Team]]|—|—|15|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM33|[[Reflect]]|—|—|20|{{type|Psychic}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM34|[[Bide]]|—|—|10|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM38|'''[[Fire Blast]]'''|120|85|5|{{type|Fire}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM40|[[Swift]]|60|—|20|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM44|[[Rest]]|—|—|10|{{type|Psychic}}}}
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{{Movessetmidtm|TM50|[[Substitute]]|—|—|10|{{type|Normal}}}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Fire}}
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===Sprites===
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==Appearances==
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===In the anime===
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{{Main|Suzy's Vulpix}}[[File:Vulpix and Brock.jpg|thumb|right|170px|Brock's Vulpix given to him by Suzy.]]
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Vulpix first debuted in the episode ''[[IL028: Pokémon Fashion Flash|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]'' under the ownership of a [[Pokémon Breeder]] named [[Suzy]]. Other Vulpix have infrequently appeared in the [[Pokémon Anime|anime]] when compared to that of other Pokémon.
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====Brock's Vulpix====
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[[Brock (anime)|Brock]] had [[Suzy's Vulpix]] early on in the anime series in the aforementioned episode ''[[Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''. Brock received it from the Pokémon Breeder named [[Suzy]]. While Brock did not use this Vulpix frequently in battle, he was often seen taking care of it, usually grooming it. In the episode ''[[Beauty and the Breeder]]'', Brock returned the Vulpix back to Suzy.
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==Trivia==
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*Vulpix's original name was "Foxfire".
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*Despite being able to learn [[Energy Ball]] via breeding, Vulpix cannot learn it via a [[TM]]. This has been fixed as of [[Generation V]].
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*Vulpix, along with its evolution, Ninetales, is the only non-{{Type|Ghost}}-type to learn [[Grudge]] and [[Will-O-Wisp]] by leveling up.
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*Vulpix is often considered to be [[Growlithe]]'s counterpart as they are both {{Type|Fire}}-type Pokémon and are version-exclusive Pokémon.
   
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== Origins ==
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===Origins===
 
Vulpix's name is a combination of [[wikipedia:Vulpes|Vulpes]], Latin for fox, and six, referring to its six tails. The rok in Rokon may be derived from roku, six; the kon may be derived from 'grudge' which refers to the curse that Vulpix and Ninetales may cast on their foes. This is also reflected in Vulpix, which learns Grudge. Kon may also refer to the Japanese onomatopoeia kon kon which is the sound that foxes make. Furthermore, a konko is a gas burner stove.
  
Vulpix's name is a combination of [[wikipedia:Vulpes|Vulpes]], Latin for fox, and six, referring to its six tails. The rok in Rokon may be derived from roku, six; the kon may be derived from 'grudge' which refers to the curse that Vulpix and Ninetales may cast on their foes. This is also reflected in Vulpix, which learns Grudge. Kon may also refer to the Japanese onomatopoeia kon kon which is the sound that foxes make. Furthermore, a konko is a gas burner stove.
   
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Vulpix are based upon foxes. Though in Japan there are legends concerning foxes (or kitsune as they are called there). One such legend which is most relevant to Vulpix is how multi-tailed kitsune can breathe [[fire]], create illusions and have extremely long lives. After having concluded their lifecycle, these creatures take on a spirit form, which may have been the reason why Vulpix and [[Ninetales]] can learn {{Type|Ghost}}-type moves.
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Vulpix are based upon foxes. Though in Japan there are legends concerning foxes (or kitsune as they are called there). One such legend which is most relevant to Vulpix is how multi-tailed kitsune can breathe [[fire]], create illusions and have extremely long lives. After having concluded their life cycle, these creatures take on a spirit form, which may have been the reason why Vulpix and [[Ninetales]] can learn {{Type|Ghost}}-type moves.
   
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The fire-type pokemon Vulpix is also based on the fennec fox in the genus [[wikipedia:Vulpes|Vulpes]]. The only characteristics taken from the genus Vulpes would be that it's a fire-type, it resembles a fox, and it's fur is fashionable.
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The fire-type Pokémon Vulpix is also based on the Fennec Fox in the genus [[wikipedia:Vulpes|Vulpes]]. The only characteristics taken from the genus Vulpes would be that it's a fire-type, it resembles a fox, and it's fur is fashionable.
   
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Eevee is also based on the fennec fox for the fact that eevee has large ears, is treated like a pet, and it's fur is prized. Flareon resembles Vulpix in a few ways.
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Eevee is also based on the Fennec Fox for the fact that Eevee has large ears, is treated like a pet, and it's fur is prized. Flareon resembles Vulpix in a few ways.
   
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The fennec fox lives in Africa, it's adapted to a high-temperature, low-water, desert environment, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix are fire-type.
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The Fennec Fox lives in Africa, it's adapted to a high-temperature, low-water, desert environment, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix are fire-type.
   
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The fennec's fur is prized by the indigenous peoples of North Africa, and in some parts of the world, the animal is considered an exotic pet, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix have rich, royal, and fashionable looking fur coats. It also explains why Flareon and Vulpix is treated like a pet.
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The Fennec's fur is prized by the indigenous peoples of North Africa, and in some parts of the world, the animal is considered an exotic pet, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix have rich, royal, and fashionable looking fur coats. It also explains why Flareon and Vulpix are treated like pets.
   
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== Trivia ==
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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* Vulpix's original name was "Foxfire".
  
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037Vulpix_OS_anime.png
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* Despite knowing [[Energy Ball]] via breeding, Vulpix cannot learn it via a [[TM]]. This has been fixed as of [[Generation V]].
  
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037Vulpix_OS_anime_2.png
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* Vulpix, along with its evolution, Ninetales, is the only non-{{Type|Ghost}}-type to learn [[Grudge]] and [[Will-O-Wisp]] by leveling up.
  
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* Vulpix and Ninetales are the only non-[[Legendary Pokémon]] to have the ability [[Drought]]. This ability, however, was in [[Dream World]].
  
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* Vulpix is often considered to be [[Growlithe]]'s counterpart as they are both {{Type|Fire}}-type Pokémon and are version-exclusive Pokémon.
  
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Vulpix (Japanese: ロコン Rokon) is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Biology

Physiology

Vulpix are fox-like Pokémon with reddish-brown fur. Vulpix's most distinctive feature is its six orange tails that are curled at the tips. According to the Pokédex, when it is born, Vulpix possesses one snow white tail that eventually splits into many tails as it grows older. On the top of its head, Vulpix have a tuft of bright orange fur atop their heads that curls into three rolls at the top and falls over its forehead at the bottom. Its underbelly is cream-colored. Vulpix appear to be feminine Pokémon in general, and females are more commonly found in the wild than males.

Additionally, a shiny Vulpix has a golden color scheme as opposed to its original red-brown. Also, Vulpix do not have any differences in appearance between genders.

Special abilities

All Vulpix have the ability Flash Fire, which powers up its Fire-type moves when hit by any Fire-type move and makes it immune to Fire-type attacks.

According to the Pokédex, Vulpix have a flame inside their body that never goes out. This presumably gives it the ability to use fire attacks such as Flamethrower.

Evolution

Vulpix evolves into Ninetales by use of a Fire Stone.

Game info

Game locations

Locations
Version(s) Area(s) Rarity
Red and Blue Routes 7, 8, Pokémon Mansion (Blue Only) Few
Yellow Rocket Game Corner (1,000 Coins) Coin Exchange Prize
Gold and Silver Routes 7, 8, 36, 37 (Silver Only) Common
Crystal Trade None
Ruby and Sapphire Mt. Pyre Common
FireRed and LeafGreen Routes 7, 8, Pokémon Mansion (LeafGreen Only) Common
Emerald Mt. Pyre Common
Diamond and Pearl Route 209 (Dual-slot; LeafGreen) 8% chance of appearing
Platinum Route 209 (Dual-slot; LeafGreen) 8% chance of appearing
HeartGold and SoulSilver Routes 7, 8, 36, and 37 (SoulSilver Only) Common
Black and White Abundant Shrine Rare
Black 2 and White 2 Abundant Shrine Rare

Spin-off game locations

Locations
Game(s) Area(s)
Pokémon Snap Volcano
Pokémon Channel Ruins of Truth
Pokémon Pinball Ruby & Sapphire Volcano (Ruby Field)
Pokémon Trozei! Huge Storage 1, Endless Level 17, Pair Trozei, Mr. Who's Den
Red Rescue Team & Blue Rescue Team Fiery Field (1-4F)
Explorers of Time & Explorers of Darkness Sky Stairway (1-49F)
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Shiver Camp, Ice Lake, Hiaburu Lake, Almia Castle
Pokémon Rumble Fiery Furnace
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure Lava Zone
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Old Mansion, Ice Temple


Pokédex entries

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Learnset

Leveling

LevelingGeneration I
Level Move Power Accuracy PP Type
1 Ember 40 100% 25 Type Fire HOME Fire
1 Tail Whip — 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal
16 Quick Attack 40 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal
21 Roar — 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal
28 Confuse Ray — 100% 15 Type Ghost HOME Ghost
35 Flamethrower 95 100% 15 Type Fire HOME Fire
42 Fire Spin 15 70% 15 Type Fire HOME Fire
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

TMs/HMs

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Sprites

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Appearances

In the anime

Main article: Suzy's Vulpix
File:Vulpix and Brock.jpg

Brock's Vulpix given to him by Suzy.

Vulpix first debuted in the episode Pokémon Fashion Flash under the ownership of a Pokémon Breeder named Suzy. Other Vulpix have infrequently appeared in the anime when compared to that of other Pokémon.

Brock's Vulpix

Brock had Suzy's Vulpix early on in the anime series in the aforementioned episode Pokémon Fashion Flash. Brock received it from the Pokémon Breeder named Suzy. While Brock did not use this Vulpix frequently in battle, he was often seen taking care of it, usually grooming it. In the episode Beauty and the Breeder, Brock returned the Vulpix back to Suzy.

Trivia

  • Vulpix's original name was "Foxfire".
  • Despite being able to learn Energy Ball via breeding, Vulpix cannot learn it via a TM. This has been fixed as of Generation V.
  • Vulpix, along with its evolution, Ninetales, is the only non-Ghost-type to learn Grudge and Will-O-Wisp by leveling up.
  • Vulpix is often considered to be Growlithe's counterpart as they are both Fire-type Pokémon and are version-exclusive Pokémon.

Origins

Vulpix's name is a combination of Vulpes, Latin for fox, and six, referring to its six tails. The rok in Rokon may be derived from roku, six; the kon may be derived from 'grudge' which refers to the curse that Vulpix and Ninetales may cast on their foes. This is also reflected in Vulpix, which learns Grudge. Kon may also refer to the Japanese onomatopoeia kon kon which is the sound that foxes make. Furthermore, a konko is a gas burner stove.

Vulpix are based upon foxes. Though in Japan there are legends concerning foxes (or kitsune as they are called there). One such legend which is most relevant to Vulpix is how multi-tailed kitsune can breathe fire, create illusions and have extremely long lives. After having concluded their life cycle, these creatures take on a spirit form, which may have been the reason why Vulpix and Ninetales can learn Ghost-type moves.

The fire-type Pokémon Vulpix is also based on the Fennec Fox in the genus Vulpes. The only characteristics taken from the genus Vulpes would be that it's a fire-type, it resembles a fox, and it's fur is fashionable.

Eevee is also based on the Fennec Fox for the fact that Eevee has large ears, is treated like a pet, and it's fur is prized. Flareon resembles Vulpix in a few ways.

The Fennec Fox lives in Africa, it's adapted to a high-temperature, low-water, desert environment, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix are fire-type.

The Fennec's fur is prized by the indigenous peoples of North Africa, and in some parts of the world, the animal is considered an exotic pet, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix have rich, royal, and fashionable looking fur coats. It also explains why Flareon and Vulpix are treated like pets.

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