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Wartortle (カメール Kameiru)
Artwork		General

		National Dex:	#008
		Evolves From:	Squirtle
		Evolves Into:	Blastoise
		Generation:	Generation I
		Pronunciation:	$WAR-tor-tuhl$
		Icon(s):
Base Stats		Biological Details
HP:	59	Species:	Turtle Pokémon
Attack:	63	Type(s):	Water
Defense:	80	Height:	3'03"
Special Atk:	65	Weight:	49.6 lbs.
Special Def:	80	Abilities:	Torrent Rain Dish (Dream World)
Speed:	58	Pokédex Color:	Blue
Stat Total:	405	Gender:	12.5% ♀/87.5% ♂
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Wartortle (Japanese: カメール Kameiru) is the Water-type Starter Pokémon of the Kanto region, evolved from Squirtle.

Appearance

Wartortle are small, bipedal, turtle-like Pokémon with a similar appearance to that of their pre-evolved form, Squirtle. Some differences are that Wartortle have developed sharper and larger claws and teeth. Their tails are larger and fluffier than Squirtle's and Wartortle have developed large furry ears.

Evolution

Wartortle evolves from Squirtle as of level 16 and evolves into a Blastoise at level 36.

In the anime

Wartortle first appeared in the anime series in the episode Beach Blank-Out Blastoise. During this episode, a large number of Squirtle and Wartortle, along with their leader, a Blastoise, had fallen asleep on an island and could not wake up.

May owned a Squirtle, which evolved into a Wartortle at some time while she is in the Johto region. It is seen as a Wartortle in Staging a Heroes' Welcome! and Pruning a Passel of Pals!.

Game info

Wartortle are a Generation I Pokémon, first appearing in the original Pokémon games. They are the evolved form of the starter Pokémon Squirtle and at level 36 they can evolve into Blastoise.

Wartortle along with its other forms cannot be obtained in the wild and can only be obtained in the wild in games where it cannot be received in a certain event.

Locations

Version(s)	Location	Rarity
Wartortle Locations
Red/Blue	Evolve Squirtle	None
Yellow	Evolve Squirtle	None
Gold/Silver	Trade	None
Crystal	Trade	None
Ruby/ Sapphire	Trade	None
Emerald	Trade	None
FireRed/ LeafGreen	Evolve Squirtle	None
Diamond/ Pearl	Pal Park	None
Platinum	Pal Park	None
HeartGold/SoulSilver	Evolve Squirtle	None
Black/White	Pokeshifter	None

Pokédex entries

Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
Often hides in water to stalk unwary prey. For swimming fast, it moves its ears to maintain balance.
Yellow
When tapped, this Pokémon will pull in its head, but its tail will still stick out a little bit.
Gold
It is recognized as a symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.
Silver
It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Crystal
Its long, furry tail is a symbol of longevity, making it quite popular among older people.
Ruby
Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness as a battler.
Sapphire
Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness as a battler.
Emerald
Its large tail is covered with rich, thick fur that deepens in color with age. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness in battle.
FireRed
This Pokémon is very popular as a pet. Its fur-covered tail is a symbol of its longevity.
LeafGreen
It often hides in water to stalk unwary prey. For fast swimming, it moves its ears to maintain balance.
Diamond
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pearl
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Platinum
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
HeartGold
It is recognized as a symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.
SoulSilver
It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Black
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
White
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Black 2
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
White 2
It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.

Spin-off game data

Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
No.	Pokémon		Group	Field Move		Poké Assist
R-012		Wartortle	Water		Soak 2		Water
Capture Points*			On Sight**
187			Chases player.
Browser Entry
It attacks by squirting water from its mouth.
* - This is the amount of points required to capture the Pokémon (excluding boss Pokémon). ** - This is the reaction of the Pokémon when players approach it.

Learnset

Generation I

Main article: Wartortle/Learnset Generation I

Generation II

Main article: Wartortle/Learnset Generation II

Generation III

Main article: Wartortle/Learnset Generation III

Generation IV

Main article: Wartortle/Learnset Generation IV

Generation V

Leveling
Level	Move	Power	Accuracy	PP	Type	Category
1	Tackle	50	100%	35	Normal	Physical
1	Tail Whip	—	100%	30	Normal	Status
1	Bubble	20	100%	30	Water	Special
4	Tail Whip	—	100%	30	Normal	Status
7	Bubble	20	100%	30	Water	Special
10	Withdraw	—	-%	40	Water	Status
10	Water Gun	40	100%	25	Water	Special
16	Bite	60	100%	25	Dark	Physical
20	Rapid Spin	20	100%	40	Normal	Physical
24	Protect	-	-%	10	Normal	Status
28	Water Pulse	60	100%	20	Water	Special
32	Aqua Tail	90	90%	10	Water	Physical
36	Skull Bash	100	100%	15	Normal	Physical
40	Iron Defense	-	-%	15	Steel	Status
44	Rain Dance	-	-%	5	Water	Status
48	Hydro Pump	120	80%	5	Water	Special
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

Sprites

Version
Red	Blue	Yellow	Red (JP)	Green (JP)	Back

Gold	Silver	Crystal			Back


Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald	FireRed	LeafGreen	Back


Diamond	Pearl	Platinum	HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back


Black	White				Back

Origins

English: Wartortle's English name comes from combining the words "war", "tortoise", and "turtle".
Japanese': Kameil (Kamēru in Romaji), probably came from Kame (亀) which means turtle and "veil"
French: "Carabaffe" comes from the combination of the words "carapace" (shell) and "baffe" (slap).

References