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{{Pokémon Infobox|
name=Charmander |
jname=ヒトカゲ |
tmname=Hitokage |
ndex=004 |
oldjdex=229 |
jdex=234 |
hdex=206 |
karea=Central |
kdex=083 |
fbrow=140 |
abrow=137 |
obrow=206 |
opbrow=062 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Fire |
species=Lizard |
height-ftin=2'00" |
height-m=0.6 |
weight-lbs=18.7 |
weight-kg=8.5 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Blaze |
abilityd=Solar Power |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Dragon |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=1 |
evsp=1 |
expyield=62 |
oldexp=65 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=31 |
color=Red |
catchrate=45 |
body=06 |
generation=1 |
pokefordex=charmander |
friendship=70|
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'''Charmander''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヒトカゲ''' ''Hitokage'') is a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Charmeleon}} starting at [[level]] 16, which evolves into {{p|Charizard}} starting at level 36.

Along with {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{p|Squirtle}}, Charmander is one of three [[starter Pokémon]] of [[Kanto]] available at the beginning of [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Pokémon Red, Green]], [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Blue]], [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed, and LeafGreen]].

==Biology==
Charmander is a bipedal, reptilian Pokémon with an orange body, though its underside and soles are cream-colored. It has two small fangs visible in its upper and lower jaws and blue eyes. Its arms and legs are short with four fingers and three clawed toes. A fire burns at the tip of this Pokémon’s slender tail, and has blazed there since Charmander’s birth. The flame can be used as an indication of Charmander's health and mood, burning brightly when the Pokémon is strong, weakly when it is exhausted, wavering when it is happy, and blazing when it is enraged. It is said that Charmander dies if its flame goes out.

Charmander can be found in hot, {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Mountain Pokémon|mountainous areas}}. However, it is found far more often in the ownership of {{pkmn|Trainers}}. As shown in [[Pokémon Snap]], Charmander exhibits pack behavior, calling others of its species if it finds food.

==In the anime==
===Major appearances===
[[File:Ash Charmander.png|thumb|220px|right|Charmander in the anime]]
====[[Ash's Charmander]]====
In ''[[EP011|Charmander - The Stray Pokémon]]'', {{Ash}}, {{an|Misty}}, and {{an|Brock}} came across a Charmander which had been abandoned by its Trainer, [[Damian]], who only cared about strong Pokémon. At first, Charmander refused to leave the spot it was at, waiting for Damian to return. However, when a rainstorm picked up, Charmander grew ill and Ash took it to a [[Pokémon Center]]. Charmander realized that Damian was no good, and joined up with Ash. It has since evolved into {{p|Charmeleon}}, and then {{AP|Charizard}}.

====[[Zippo]]====
[[Ritchie]] owned a Charmander named [[Zippo]], which debuted in ''[[EP078|A Friend In Deed]]''. It later evolved into Charmeleon.

====[[Alain's Charmander]]====
A Charmander appeared in a flashback in ''[[SS029|Mega Evolution Special I]]'' as the unevolved form of [[Alain]]'s {{p|Charizard}}.

====Other====
In ''[[SS014|Journey to the Starting Line]]'', {{ka|Gilbert}} was intended to start his journey as a [[Pokémon Trainer]], but the trio of Kanto Starter Pokémon were scared off when [[Ash's Tauros]] stampeded through {{an|Professor Oak}}'s house. Professor Oak, {{Tracey}}, {{Delia}} and Gilbert split up in order to find the three missing Pokémon. The Charmander was the first one to be found.

Another Charmander was seen with Professor Oak in ''[[AG071|A Six Pack Attack!]]'' along with a {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{p|Squirtle}}. Another was seen in ''[[AG133|The Right Place and The Right Mime]]'', along with another {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{TP|May|Squirtle}}.

A Charmander stars in ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'' as the leader of [[Team Go-Getters]].

A Charmander appeared in ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion!]]'' owned by the [[Kanto Fair Host]]. Seeing it inspired Ash to bring his Charizard back onto his team.

A Charmander appeared in ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'', under the ownership of [[Trevor]].

===Minor appearances===
Charmander was mentioned in the first episode of the anime, ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', as one of the three starter Pokémon new Trainers in Pallet Town can choose from. Ash dreamed of owning one, although it was his last choice of a starter coming after {{p|Squirtle}} and {{p|Bulbasaur}}. However, when he arrived at Oak's lab, he found out it was too late, as another Trainer who started the same day had already taken it.

Multiple Charmander also appeared in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''.

A Charmander was seen in a [[Pokémon Center]] in ''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''.

A Charmander also appeared in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''.

In ''[[EP056|The Ultimate Test]]'', a {{DL|Pokémon League entrance exam instructor|Charmander}} was one of the Pokémon owned by the [[Pokémon League entrance exam instructor]].

Two Charmander appeared in ''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''. One was seen evolving on TV for a commercial about [[Cassidy]]'s and [[Butch]]'s breeding center, while the other one appeared in the said center.

A Charmander under the ownership of an unknown Trainer, appeared in ''[[EP080|Friends to the End]]'', during the closing ceremonies of the [[Indigo League]].

A Charmander appeared in ''[[EP170|A Better Pill to Swallow]]'' as a fantasized Pokémon.

A Charmander was used by one of the students of the [[Pokémon Trainer's School]] in ''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''.

One also appeared in ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]''.

A Charmander appeared in [[Alexa]]'s magazine in ''[[BW134|The Journalist from Another Region!]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP011|Charmander|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander. A flame burns on the tip of its tail from birth. It is said that a Charmander dies if its flame ever goes out.}}
{{Animedexbody|EP025|Rage|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander's special attack, {{m|Rage}}. It gains more power the more it is attacked. It will continue to fight until its opponent falls.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Kanto}}

{{Animedexheader|Unova}}
{{Animedexbody|BW116|Charmander|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. Charmander's health can be gauged by the fire on the tip of its tail, which burns intensely when it's in good health.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Best Wishes''|Unova}}

{{Animedexheader|Kalos}}
{{Animedexbody|XY039|Charmander|Serena's Pokédex|Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. When the tip of Charmander's tail burns brightly, that indicates it's in good health.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''X & Y''|Kalos}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Red Charmander PO.png|thumb|left|250px|Red's Charmander in Pokémon Origins]]
====[[Red's Charmander]]====
Charmander was one of the three Pokémon Professor Oak gave {{OBP|Red|Origins}} and {{OBP|Blue|Origins}} to choose from to start their journey, with Red choosing Charmander. It later evolved into a {{p|Charmeleon}} between ''[[PO01|File 1 - Red]]'' and ''[[PO02|File 2 - Cubone]]'' and then a {{p|Charizard}} between ''[[PO02|File 2 - Cubone]]'' and ''[[PO03|File 3 - Giovanni]]''.
====Giovanni's Charmander====
[[File:Giovanni Charmander PO.png|thumb|right|250px|Giovanni's Charmander in Pokémon Origins]]
[[Giovanni]] was shown to have once had a Charmander during a flashback in ''[[PO03|File 3 - Giovanni]]''.

Another Charmander appeared in ''File 3: Giovanni'' at Silph Co.
 

==In the manga==
===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{main|Ash's Charmander}}
{{Ash}}'s Charmander makes a few appearances in the manga [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]].

The capture of Ash's Charmander diverges considerably from the anime. In the manga, [[Damian]] seems to have abandoned his Charmander at the beginning of the chapter ''[[ET07|Pikachu's Excellent Adventure]]'', but it turns out that he had just been injured and went to the hospital.

Ash is shown to own a Charmander despite this, his own Charmander first appears in ''[[ET08|You Gotta Have Friends]]''. Ash's Charmander's capture is not shown in the manga, instead, when Charmander first appears from its [[Poké Ball]], it is simply stated that "Ash has been busy since the last comic".

Ash's Charmander reappears as a {{p|Charizard}} in the chapter ''[[ET13|The Indigo Finals]]'' at the [[Indigo Plateau Conference]]. In this chapter, Charizard battles [[Zippo|Charley]], [[Ritchie]]'s own Charizard.

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
{{main|Peanut's Charmander}}
{{main|Mandy (MPJ)}}
In [[Magical Pokémon Journey]], the sickly Trainer [[Peanut]] owns an aggressive Charmander. Peanut's Charmander first appears in the chapter ''[[PPP11|Charmander's Peanut]]''.

Mandy is a female Charmander from the Magical Pokémon Journey manga.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Blue's Charmander}}
[[File:Blue Charmander.png|thumb|200px|right|Charmander in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Charmander debuted in the first round of the {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}, ''[[PS001|A Glimpse of the Glow]]'', where one appeared in a fantasy explanation of Red and as one of {{adv|Blue}}'s first Pokémon, received from his grandfather {{adv|Professor Oak}}. It has since evolved into {{p|Charmeleon}} before facing [[Brock]] of [[Pewter City]], and then to {{p|Charizard}} before the [[Silph Co.]] battles against [[Team Rocket]]. The major powerhouse of his team with its newly learned {{m|Blast Burn}} attack, its battle skills (able to defeat {{adv|Red}}'s [[Poli]]whirl easily even before evolving) are complimented by its fast flight, for which it was traded to Red twice, during both the {{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}} and the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}. It is worth noting that, as Charmeleon, it was accidentally traded to Red many years earlier.

Another Charmander appeared as a silhouette when {{adv|Green}} explains about {{p|Mew}} in ''[[PS017|The Jynx Jinx]]''.

After X's Marisso lost to it in a battle X decided to take it and named it Salamè in ''[[PAXY09]]''.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{main|Green's Charmander}}
In the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga series, {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}}'s rival, {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}, chose Charmander as his [[starter Pokémon]]. Green's Charmander is mischievous and has a rivalry with [[Red's Clefairy]].

Green's Charmander has evolved into {{p|Charizard}}. It seems to be able to skip the {{p|Charmeleon}} stage, as it was seen evolving directly into Charizard. Although it has devolved back to the Charmander stage, it currently seems to have permanently evolved back into Charizard.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{main|Satoshi's Charmander (Zensho)}}
In [[Pokémon Zensho]], {{Zensho|Satoshi}} chooses Charmander as his starter Pokémon, while {{Zensho|Shigeru}} chooses a {{p|Squirtle}}.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Charmander (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
Charmander appears in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]] as a trophy.

===Trophy Information===
''"A Lizard Pokémon. It just downright likes hot stuff. The always-burning tail indicates its mood--waving gently when content and burning intensely when angry. If the tail were to go out, it would be the end of Charmander's life. Its tail is believed to emit steam when it rains. Charmander evolves into Charmeleon by leveling up."''

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* In [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]] Charmander is one of Pikachu's best friends. After falling through the mysterious tunnel, he almost lands into a pool of molten lava only to be saved by the zone leader, {{p|Blaziken}}. He was then taken in as Blaziken's pupil and trained to become stronger. After he's been found, he journeys to the [[Meeting Place]] where he helps {{p|Piplup}} mend the balloon, and makes fireworks. He later accompanies Pikachu to the [[Sky Pavilion]] along with {{p|Piplup}} and {{p|Chikorita}} where he meets {{p|Mew}}. Once the [[Sky Prism]] has been restored, Charmander celebrates by firing off the fireworks he made.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=fire}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Obviously prefers hot places. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=The flame at the tip of its tail makes a sound as it burns. You can only hear it in quiet places.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Even the newborns have flaming tails. Unfamiliar with fire, babies are said to accidentally burn themselves.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=If it's healthy, the flame on the tip of its tail will burn vigorously, even if it gets a bit wet.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
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{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is happy, and blazes when it is enraged.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely.}}
|}
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====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=fire}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Crunch Charmander|English|United States|5|December 28, 2001 to January 31, 2002; January 17 to 23, 2003|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Crunch Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Pokémon Center Mystery Egg #3 Crunch Charmander|Japanese|Japan|5|April 27 to May 12, 2002|link=List of Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation II#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|Gather More Pokémon! Fourth Campaign Charmander|Japanese|Japan|10|February 11 to 28, 2006|link=List of Gather More Pokémon! Campaign event Pokémon#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DP}}|2007 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2007 to July 19, 2008|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2007 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DP}}|2008 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2008 to July 19, 2009|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2008 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DPP}}{{gameabbrev3|HGSS}}|2009 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2009 to July 19, 2010|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2009 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DPP}}{{gameabbrev3|HGSS}}|2010 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20 to November 3, 2010|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2010 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|B2W2}}|Sticker Promotional Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Japanese|Japan|1|September 1 to 30, 2012|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BWB2W2}}|Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Korean|South Korea|1|November 8 to 11, 2012|link=List of local Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|B2W2}}|Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Korean|Wi-Fi|1|February 14 to March 31, 2013|link=List of Wi-Fi Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|XY}}{{gameabbrev3|ORAS}}|Pokémon Lab Charmander|Japanese region|Online|5|July 8 to November 30, 2015|link=List of Japanese region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Charmander}}
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=====In-game events=====
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RGBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|Japanese|hide|5|April 30, 1999 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander_2}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|English|hide|5|February 29, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|French|hide|5|April 7, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
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====Pokémon Global Link promotions====
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BW}}|Global Link Charmander|Japanese|PGL|10|October 14, 2010 to May 31, 2011|link=List of Pokémon Global Link promotions/Pokémon#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BW}}|Global Link Charmander|Korean|PGL|10|May 11, 2011 to May 11, 2013|link=List of Pokémon Global Link promotions/Pokémon#Charmander}}
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===Held items===
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|type=fire
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|stad1=Normal Box|stad1type=wood box|stad1image=no|stad1rar=100
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|event1=Lucky Egg|event1type=Experience-affecting item|event1rar=100
|event2=Charizardite Y|event2type=Mega Stone|event2rar=100
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===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 39 |
Attack= 52 |
Defense=43 |
SpAtk= 60 |
SpDef= 50 |
Special=50 |
Speed= 65 |
type=Fire }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Fire
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=1
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=1
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=fire|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=100 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=200 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=50 |
Fire=50 |
Water=200 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=100 |
Ice=50 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1fire=yes|
oldice=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Ember|Fire|Special|40|100|25||'''|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|10|Smokescreen|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|16|Dragon Rage|Dragon|Special|—|100|10|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|19|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|25|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15||'''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|28|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15||'''|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|34|Slash|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|37|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|90|100|15||'''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Fire Spin|Fire|Special|35|85|15||'''|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|46|Inferno|Fire|Special|100|50|5||'''|Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM02|Dragon Claw|Dragon|Physical|80|100|15||''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|90|100|15||'''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|110|85|5||'''|Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||''|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM43|Flame Charge|Fire|Physical|50|100|20||'''|Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|130|90|5||'''|Beautiful|6|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|60|100|15||'''|Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM61|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|85|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM75|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10|||Tough|2|2}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM98|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|006|Charizard}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|333|Swablu}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}{{MSP|373|Salamence}}|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|60|95|25|‡|''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}{{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}}{{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}} {{MSP|698|Amaura}}{{MSP|699|Aurorus}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|*||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|007|Squirtle}}{{MSP|008|Wartortle}}{{MSP|009|Blastoise}}{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|130|Gyarados}} {{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}}{{MSP|247|Pupitar}}{{MSP|248|Tyranitar}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|371|Bagon}}{{MSP|372|Shelgon}}{{MSP|373|Salamence}} {{MSP|387|Turtwig}}{{MSP|388|Grotle}}{{MSP|389|Torterra}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}} {{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}}{{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|712|Bergmite}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|2|3}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|152|Chikorita}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|*||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}} {{MSP|247|Pupitar}}{{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|371|Bagon}}{{MSP|372|Shelgon}} {{MSP|373|Salamence}}{{MSP|387|Turtwig}}{{MSP|388|Grotle}}{{MSP|389|Torterra}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|1|4}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|116|Horsea}}{{MSP|117|Seadra}}{{MSP|230|Kingdra}}{{MSP|130|Gyarados}}{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}} {{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}}|Dragon Dance|Dragon|Status|—|—|20|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|116|Horsea}}{{MSP|117|Seadra}}{{MSP|230|Kingdra}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|333|Swablu}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}} {{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}} {{MSP|690|Skrelp}}{{MSP|691|Dragalge}}{{MSP|704|Goomy}}{{MSP|705|Sliggoo}}{{MSP|706|Goodra}}|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|100|10||''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|443|Gible}}{{MSP|444|Gabite}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}} {{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}|Dragon Rush|Dragon|Physical|100|75|10||''|Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|006|Charizard}}|Flare Blitz|Fire|Physical|120|100|15||'''|Cool|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}}|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}} {{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|706|Goodra}}|Outrage|Dragon|Physical|120|100|10||''|Cool|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|100|10||''|no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Fire Pledge|Fire|Special|80|100|10||'''|yes|yes|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15||'''|no|yes|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20|||no|yes|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Heat Wave|Fire|Special|95|90|10||'''|no|yes|Beautiful|2|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}"
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Slam}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Charmander (McDonald Pack 4)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=fire |
ndex=004 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
type=fire |
body=1 |
rate=11.7 |
area=Mt. Cleft |
P1=My flame's small, but I'll do my best! |
P2=My health is down to half. The flame is getting small, too. |
P3=My flame is about to go out... |
PL=I leveled up. The flame on my tail grew bigger, too. |
Partner=yes |
PP1=The fire on my tail's blazing! Let's go for it, <name>! |
PP2=It's getting tougher... |
PP3=My fire's about to go out... <name>, help... |
PPL=Yay! I leveled up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Fire |
assist=Fire |
fieldpower=1 |
field=Burn |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=25 |
MaxEXP=39 |
browser=Charmander shudders while breathing fire. It is the very picture of vitality. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=C |
Ranger2=yes |
group2=Fire |
assist2=Fire |
field2=Burn |
field2power=1 |
browser2=It attacks by spitting embers. |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Fire |
assist3=Fire |
field3=Burn |
field3power=1 |
browser3=It attacks by spitting fire. |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=2|
rumbledefense=2|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=2|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=3|
Pad=Charmander followed you through the Mysterious Tunnel, landing in the [[Lava Zone]]. He's one of your best friends. His great desire is to become stronger. |
Conquest=yes |
ConquestAtk=2 |
ConquestSpd=3 |
ConquestDef=1 |
ConquestHP=1 |
ConquestRange=4 |
ConquestMove={{m|Ember}} |
ConquestAbility1={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Blaze}} |
ConquestAbility2={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Warm Blanket}} |
ConquestAbility3={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Hero}} |
ConquestEvo=Evolves into {{p|Charmeleon}} when its Attack is 50 or higher |
ConquestLink={{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Masakage}}
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Fire
|pictype=art
|no1=004
|name1=Charmander
|type1-1=Fire
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=005
|name2=Charmeleon
|type1-2=Fire
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 36}}
|no3=006
|name3=Charizard
|type1-3=Fire
|type2-3=Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Fire}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|004|Charmander}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Niue Dollar Pokemon.jpg|thumb|250px|right|$1 coins from {{wp|Niue}}]]
* {{wp|Niue}} released a one-dollar coin featuring Charmander as part of a commemorative promotion for the Pokémon franchise, with Charmander on one side and the nation's coat of arms on the other.
* In the first generation, on its sprite and [[a:File:004Charmander RG.png|first artwork]], Charmander's "back" is depicted as having a small line of spikes. The spikes were not shown in the sprites and artwork of later [[generation]]s. [[Blue's Charmander]] also had these spikes in the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, where the spikes were larger and easier to see. The spikes were also seen on {{PPM|Green}}'s {{TP|Green|Charmander|Charizard}} from the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga.
* Charmander is the tallest Fire-type starter Pokémon.
* Charmander has the longest name of all unevolved [[starter Pokémon]].
* Charmander is the only Fire-type starter Pokémon that is not a member of the {{egg3|Field}}.

===Origin===
{{Bulbanews|On the Origin of Species: Charmander}}
Charmander appears to be predominantly {{wp|reptilian}} in origin, and may have been partially inspired by the mythical {{wp|Salamander#Mythology and popular culture|salamander}} (as opposed to the real-world amphibian of the same name which inspired its mythical counterpart). This salamander was a fire-spirit capable of surviving in extreme heat or flames, and it is sometimes creatively rendered or interpreted in the shape of a lizard.

Physically, Charmander has a slender body, a short nose, and a long tail, as well as other lizard-like characteristics. The fact that it does not undergo a metamorphosis stage (beyond its own evolutionary pattern) but instead grows into a larger version of itself as it matures, among other things, indicate that Charmander has more in common with reptiles (such as lizards) than with amphibians (such as real-world salamanders).

Charmander's Hidden Ability, {{a|Solar Power}}, may have drawn inspiration from the {{wp|spotted salamander}}. In July and August 2010, this species was identified as the first known {{wp|Photosynthesis|photosynthetic}} vertebrate animal, capable of converting energy from sunlight.

====Name origin====
Charmander is a portmanteau of the words ''char'' (to burn) and ''salamander''.

Hitokage comes from 火蜥蜴 (salamander): 火 ''hi'' (fire) and 蜥蜴 ''tokage'' (lizard).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=fire|type2=fire
|ja=ヒトカゲ ''Hitokage''|jameaning=Salamander (literally "Fire lizard")
|fr=Salamèche|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|Salamandre|salamander}}'' and ''{{tt|mèche|wick}}''
|es=Charmander|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Glumanda|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Glut|ember, also the German translation for the move Ember}}'' and ''{{wp|Salamander}}''
|it=Charmander|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=파이리 ''Pairi''|komeaning=From ''fire'' and {{tt|꼬리 ''kkori''|tail}}
|zh_yue=小火龍 ''Síufólùhng''|zh_yuemeaning=Literally "Little fiery dragon". May also be from {{wp|Pitaya|{{tt|火龍果 ''fólùhnggwó''|pitaya}}}}
|zh_cmn=小火龍 / 小火龙 ''Xiǎohǔolóng''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Little fiery dragon". May also be from {{tt|小龍 ''xiǎolóng''|a colloquial term for lizard}}
|ru=Чармандер ''Charmander''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=ฮิโตะคาเงะ ''Hitokage''|thmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|hi= चरमेंदर ''Charmander''|himeaning=Same as English name
}}

 

==Related articles==
* [[Ash's Charmander]]
* [[Zippo]]
* [[Green's Charmander]]
* [[Blue's Charmander]]
* [[Red's Charmander]]
* [[Alain's Charmander]]

==External links==
* {{wp|Charmander|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
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[[Category:Starter Pokémon|004]]
[[Category:Mystery Dungeon starters|004]]
[[Category:Anime starter Pokémon|Charmander (default)]]

[[de:Glumanda]]
[[es:Charmander]]
[[fr:Salamèche]]
[[it:Charmander]]
[[ja:ヒトカゲ]]
[[pl:Charmander]]
[[pt:Charmander (pokémon)]]
[[zh:小火龙]]

Charmander (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Charmander | type=fire | prevnum=003 | nextnum=005 | prev=Venusaur | next=Charmeleon }}
{{Pokémon Infobox|
name=Charmander |
jname=ヒトカゲ |
tmname=Hitokage |
ndex=004 |
oldjdex=229 |
jdex=234 |
hdex=206 |
karea=Central |
kdex=083 |
fbrow=140 |
abrow=137 |
obrow=206 |
opbrow=062 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Fire |
species=Lizard |
height-ftin=2'00" |
height-m=0.6 |
weight-lbs=18.7 |
weight-kg=8.5 |
abilityn=d |
ability1=Blaze |
abilityd=Solar Power |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Dragon |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=1 |
evsp=1 |
expyield=62 |
oldexp=65 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=31 |
color=Red |
catchrate=45 |
body=06 |
generation=1 |
pokefordex=charmander |
friendship=70|
}}
'''Charmander''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヒトカゲ''' ''Hitokage'') is a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Charmeleon}} starting at [[level]] 16, which evolves into {{p|Charizard}} starting at level 36.

Along with {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{p|Squirtle}}, Charmander is one of three [[starter Pokémon]] of [[Kanto]] available at the beginning of [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Pokémon Red, Green]], [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Blue]], [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed, and LeafGreen]].

==Biology==
Charmander is a bipedal, reptilian Pokémon with an orange body, though its underside and soles are cream-colored. It has two small fangs visible in its upper and lower jaws and blue eyes. Its arms and legs are short with four fingers and three clawed toes. A fire burns at the tip of this Pokémon’s slender tail, and has blazed there since Charmander’s birth. The flame can be used as an indication of Charmander's health and mood, burning brightly when the Pokémon is strong, weakly when it is exhausted, wavering when it is happy, and blazing when it is enraged. It is said that Charmander dies if its flame goes out.

Charmander can be found in hot, {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Mountain Pokémon|mountainous areas}}. However, it is found far more often in the ownership of {{pkmn|Trainers}}. As shown in [[Pokémon Snap]], Charmander exhibits pack behavior, calling others of its species if it finds food.

==In the anime==
===Major appearances===
[[File:Ash Charmander.png|thumb|220px|right|Charmander in the anime]]
====[[Ash's Charmander]]====
In ''[[EP011|Charmander - The Stray Pokémon]]'', {{Ash}}, {{an|Misty}}, and {{an|Brock}} came across a Charmander which had been abandoned by its Trainer, [[Damian]], who only cared about strong Pokémon. At first, Charmander refused to leave the spot it was at, waiting for Damian to return. However, when a rainstorm picked up, Charmander grew ill and Ash took it to a [[Pokémon Center]]. Charmander realized that Damian was no good, and joined up with Ash. It has since evolved into {{p|Charmeleon}}, and then {{AP|Charizard}}.

====[[Zippo]]====
[[Ritchie]] owned a Charmander named [[Zippo]], which debuted in ''[[EP078|A Friend In Deed]]''. It later evolved into Charmeleon.

====[[Alain's Charmander]]====
A Charmander appeared in a flashback in ''[[SS029|Mega Evolution Special I]]'' as the unevolved form of [[Alain]]'s {{p|Charizard}}.

====Other====
In ''[[SS014|Journey to the Starting Line]]'', {{ka|Gilbert}} was intended to start his journey as a [[Pokémon Trainer]], but the trio of Kanto Starter Pokémon were scared off when [[Ash's Tauros]] stampeded through {{an|Professor Oak}}'s house. Professor Oak, {{Tracey}}, {{Delia}} and Gilbert split up in order to find the three missing Pokémon. The Charmander was the first one to be found.

Another Charmander was seen with Professor Oak in ''[[AG071|A Six Pack Attack!]]'' along with a {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{p|Squirtle}}. Another was seen in ''[[AG133|The Right Place and The Right Mime]]'', along with another {{p|Bulbasaur}} and {{TP|May|Squirtle}}.

A Charmander stars in ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'' as the leader of [[Team Go-Getters]].

A Charmander appeared in ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion!]]'' owned by the [[Kanto Fair Host]]. Seeing it inspired Ash to bring his Charizard back onto his team.

A Charmander appeared in ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'', under the ownership of [[Trevor]].

===Minor appearances===
Charmander was mentioned in the first episode of the anime, ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', as one of the three starter Pokémon new Trainers in Pallet Town can choose from. Ash dreamed of owning one, although it was his last choice of a starter coming after {{p|Squirtle}} and {{p|Bulbasaur}}. However, when he arrived at Oak's lab, he found out it was too late, as another Trainer who started the same day had already taken it.

Multiple Charmander also appeared in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''.

A Charmander was seen in a [[Pokémon Center]] in ''[[EP027|Hypno's Naptime]]''.

A Charmander also appeared in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''.

In ''[[EP056|The Ultimate Test]]'', a {{DL|Pokémon League entrance exam instructor|Charmander}} was one of the Pokémon owned by the [[Pokémon League entrance exam instructor]].

Two Charmander appeared in ''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''. One was seen evolving on TV for a commercial about [[Cassidy]]'s and [[Butch]]'s breeding center, while the other one appeared in the said center.

A Charmander under the ownership of an unknown Trainer, appeared in ''[[EP080|Friends to the End]]'', during the closing ceremonies of the [[Indigo League]].

A Charmander appeared in ''[[EP170|A Better Pill to Swallow]]'' as a fantasized Pokémon.

A Charmander was used by one of the students of the [[Pokémon Trainer's School]] in ''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''.

One also appeared in ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]''.

A Charmander appeared in [[Alexa]]'s magazine in ''[[BW134|The Journalist from Another Region!]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP011|Charmander|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander. A flame burns on the tip of its tail from birth. It is said that a Charmander dies if its flame ever goes out.}}
{{Animedexbody|EP025|Rage|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander's special attack, {{m|Rage}}. It gains more power the more it is attacked. It will continue to fight until its opponent falls.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Kanto}}

{{Animedexheader|Unova}}
{{Animedexbody|BW116|Charmander|Ash's Pokédex|Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. Charmander's health can be gauged by the fire on the tip of its tail, which burns intensely when it's in good health.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Best Wishes''|Unova}}

{{Animedexheader|Kalos}}
{{Animedexbody|XY039|Charmander|Serena's Pokédex|Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. When the tip of Charmander's tail burns brightly, that indicates it's in good health.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''X & Y''|Kalos}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Red Charmander PO.png|thumb|left|250px|Red's Charmander in Pokémon Origins]]
====[[Red's Charmander]]====
Charmander was one of the three Pokémon Professor Oak gave {{OBP|Red|Origins}} and {{OBP|Blue|Origins}} to choose from to start their journey, with Red choosing Charmander. It later evolved into a {{p|Charmeleon}} between ''[[PO01|File 1 - Red]]'' and ''[[PO02|File 2 - Cubone]]'' and then a {{p|Charizard}} between ''[[PO02|File 2 - Cubone]]'' and ''[[PO03|File 3 - Giovanni]]''.
====Giovanni's Charmander====
[[File:Giovanni Charmander PO.png|thumb|right|250px|Giovanni's Charmander in Pokémon Origins]]
[[Giovanni]] was shown to have once had a Charmander during a flashback in ''[[PO03|File 3 - Giovanni]]''.

Another Charmander appeared in ''File 3: Giovanni'' at Silph Co.
 

==In the manga==
===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{main|Ash's Charmander}}
{{Ash}}'s Charmander makes a few appearances in the manga [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]].

The capture of Ash's Charmander diverges considerably from the anime. In the manga, [[Damian]] seems to have abandoned his Charmander at the beginning of the chapter ''[[ET07|Pikachu's Excellent Adventure]]'', but it turns out that he had just been injured and went to the hospital.

Ash is shown to own a Charmander despite this, his own Charmander first appears in ''[[ET08|You Gotta Have Friends]]''. Ash's Charmander's capture is not shown in the manga, instead, when Charmander first appears from its [[Poké Ball]], it is simply stated that "Ash has been busy since the last comic".

Ash's Charmander reappears as a {{p|Charizard}} in the chapter ''[[ET13|The Indigo Finals]]'' at the [[Indigo Plateau Conference]]. In this chapter, Charizard battles [[Zippo|Charley]], [[Ritchie]]'s own Charizard.

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
{{main|Peanut's Charmander}}
{{main|Mandy (MPJ)}}
In [[Magical Pokémon Journey]], the sickly Trainer [[Peanut]] owns an aggressive Charmander. Peanut's Charmander first appears in the chapter ''[[PPP11|Charmander's Peanut]]''.

Mandy is a female Charmander from the Magical Pokémon Journey manga.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Blue's Charmander}}
[[File:Blue Charmander.png|thumb|200px|right|Charmander in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Charmander debuted in the first round of the {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}, ''[[PS001|A Glimpse of the Glow]]'', where one appeared in a fantasy explanation of Red and as one of {{adv|Blue}}'s first Pokémon, received from his grandfather {{adv|Professor Oak}}. It has since evolved into {{p|Charmeleon}} before facing [[Brock]] of [[Pewter City]], and then to {{p|Charizard}} before the [[Silph Co.]] battles against [[Team Rocket]]. The major powerhouse of his team with its newly learned {{m|Blast Burn}} attack, its battle skills (able to defeat {{adv|Red}}'s [[Poli]]whirl easily even before evolving) are complimented by its fast flight, for which it was traded to Red twice, during both the {{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}} and the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}. It is worth noting that, as Charmeleon, it was accidentally traded to Red many years earlier.

Another Charmander appeared as a silhouette when {{adv|Green}} explains about {{p|Mew}} in ''[[PS017|The Jynx Jinx]]''.

After X's Marisso lost to it in a battle X decided to take it and named it Salamè in ''[[PAXY09]]''.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{main|Green's Charmander}}
In the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga series, {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}}'s rival, {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}, chose Charmander as his [[starter Pokémon]]. Green's Charmander is mischievous and has a rivalry with [[Red's Clefairy]].

Green's Charmander has evolved into {{p|Charizard}}. It seems to be able to skip the {{p|Charmeleon}} stage, as it was seen evolving directly into Charizard. Although it has devolved back to the Charmander stage, it currently seems to have permanently evolved back into Charizard.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{main|Satoshi's Charmander (Zensho)}}
In [[Pokémon Zensho]], {{Zensho|Satoshi}} chooses Charmander as his starter Pokémon, while {{Zensho|Shigeru}} chooses a {{p|Squirtle}}.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Charmander (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
Charmander appears in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]] as a trophy.

===Trophy Information===
''"A Lizard Pokémon. It just downright likes hot stuff. The always-burning tail indicates its mood--waving gently when content and burning intensely when angry. If the tail were to go out, it would be the end of Charmander's life. Its tail is believed to emit steam when it rains. Charmander evolves into Charmeleon by leveling up."''

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* In [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]] Charmander is one of Pikachu's best friends. After falling through the mysterious tunnel, he almost lands into a pool of molten lava only to be saved by the zone leader, {{p|Blaziken}}. He was then taken in as Blaziken's pupil and trained to become stronger. After he's been found, he journeys to the [[Meeting Place]] where he helps {{p|Piplup}} mend the balloon, and makes fireworks. He later accompanies Pikachu to the [[Sky Pavilion]] along with {{p|Piplup}} and {{p|Chikorita}} where he meets {{p|Mew}}. Once the [[Sky Prism]] has been restored, Charmander celebrates by firing off the fireworks he made.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=fire}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Obviously prefers hot places. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=The flame at the tip of its tail makes a sound as it burns. You can only hear it in quiet places.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Even the newborns have flaming tails. Unfamiliar with fire, babies are said to accidentally burn themselves.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=If it's healthy, the flame on the tip of its tail will burn vigorously, even if it gets a bit wet.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is happy, and blazes when it is enraged.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=It has a preference for hot things. When it rains, steam is said to spout from the tip of its tail.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=The flame on its tail shows the strength of its life force. If it is weak, the flame also burns weakly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=The fire on the tip of its tail is a measure of its life. If healthy, its tail burns intensely.}}
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{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=From the time it is born, a flame burns at the tip of its tail. Its life would end if the flame were to go out.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when Charmander is enjoying itself. If the Pokémon becomes enraged, the flame burns fiercely.}}
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{{Dex/Footer}}

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====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=fire}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Crunch Charmander|English|United States|5|December 28, 2001 to January 31, 2002; January 17 to 23, 2003|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Crunch Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|GSC}}|Pokémon Center Mystery Egg #3 Crunch Charmander|Japanese|Japan|5|April 27 to May 12, 2002|link=List of Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation II#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|Gather More Pokémon! Fourth Campaign Charmander|Japanese|Japan|10|February 11 to 28, 2006|link=List of Gather More Pokémon! Campaign event Pokémon#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DP}}|2007 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2007 to July 19, 2008|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2007 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DP}}|2008 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2008 to July 19, 2009|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2008 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DPP}}{{gameabbrev3|HGSS}}|2009 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20, 2009 to July 19, 2010|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2009 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|DPP}}{{gameabbrev3|HGSS}}|2010 Birthday Charmander|Japanese|Japan|40|July 20 to November 3, 2010|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#2010 Birthday Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|B2W2}}|Sticker Promotional Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Japanese|Japan|1|September 1 to 30, 2012|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BWB2W2}}|Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Korean|South Korea|1|November 8 to 11, 2012|link=List of local Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|B2W2}}|Kanto Starter Egg Charmander|Korean|Wi-Fi|1|February 14 to March 31, 2013|link=List of Wi-Fi Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|XY}}{{gameabbrev3|ORAS}}|Pokémon Lab Charmander|Japanese region|Online|5|July 8 to November 30, 2015|link=List of Japanese region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Charmander}}
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=====In-game events=====
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RGBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|Japanese|hide|5|April 30, 1999 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander_2}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|English|hide|5|February 29, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|French|hide|5|April 7, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|German|hide|5|April 7, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|Italian|hide|5|April 7, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RBY}}|Gym Leader Castle Charmander|Spanish|hide|5|April 7, 2000 onwards|link=List of game-based Pokémon distributions in Generation I#Charmander}}
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====Pokémon Global Link promotions====
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BW}}|Global Link Charmander|Japanese|PGL|10|October 14, 2010 to May 31, 2011|link=List of Pokémon Global Link promotions/Pokémon#Charmander}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|BW}}|Global Link Charmander|Korean|PGL|10|May 11, 2011 to May 11, 2013|link=List of Pokémon Global Link promotions/Pokémon#Charmander}}
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===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=fire
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|stad1=Normal Box|stad1type=wood box|stad1image=no|stad1rar=100
|stad2=Gorgeous Box|stad2type=wood box|stad2image=no|stad2rar=100
|event1=Lucky Egg|event1type=Experience-affecting item|event1rar=100
|event2=Charizardite Y|event2type=Mega Stone|event2rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 39 |
Attack= 52 |
Defense=43 |
SpAtk= 60 |
SpDef= 50 |
Special=50 |
Speed= 65 |
type=Fire }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Fire
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=1
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=1
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=fire|
Normal=100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying=100 |
Poison=100 |
Ground=200 |
Rock=200 |
Bug=50 |
Ghost=100 |
Steel=50 |
Fire=50 |
Water=200 |
Grass=50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic=100 |
Ice=50 |
Dragon=100 |
Dark=100 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
gen1fire=yes|
oldice=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|7|Ember|Fire|Special|40|100|25||'''|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|10|Smokescreen|Normal|Status|—|100|20|||Clever|2|3}}
{{learnlist/level6|16|Dragon Rage|Dragon|Special|—|100|10|||Cool|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|19|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10|||Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|25|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15||'''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|28|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15||'''|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|34|Slash|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|37|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|90|100|15||'''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|43|Fire Spin|Fire|Special|35|85|15||'''|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/level6|46|Inferno|Fire|Special|100|50|5||'''|Beautiful|1|4}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM01|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM02|Dragon Claw|Dragon|Physical|80|100|15||''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|2|3}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|||Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|90|100|15||'''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|110|85|5||'''|Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||''|Cool|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM43|Flame Charge|Fire|Physical|50|100|20||'''|Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15|||Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|130|90|5||'''|Beautiful|6|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|60|100|15||'''|Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM61|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|85|15|||Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM75|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Beautiful|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10|||Tough|2|2}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|XY}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM94|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM98|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||Cute|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tm6|HM06|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|{{sup/6|ORAS}}||Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|006|Charizard}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|333|Swablu}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}{{MSP|373|Salamence}}|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|60|95|25|‡|''|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}{{MSP|410|Shieldon}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}}{{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}} {{MSP|698|Amaura}}{{MSP|699|Aurorus}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5|||Tough|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10|*||Clever|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Cute|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|007|Squirtle}}{{MSP|008|Wartortle}}{{MSP|009|Blastoise}}{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|130|Gyarados}} {{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}}{{MSP|247|Pupitar}}{{MSP|248|Tyranitar}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|371|Bagon}}{{MSP|372|Shelgon}}{{MSP|373|Salamence}} {{MSP|387|Turtwig}}{{MSP|388|Grotle}}{{MSP|389|Torterra}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}} {{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}}{{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|712|Bergmite}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25|||Tough|2|3}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|152|Chikorita}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|*||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|158|Totodile}}{{MSP|159|Croconaw}}{{MSP|160|Feraligatr}}{{MSP|246|Larvitar}} {{MSP|247|Pupitar}}{{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|371|Bagon}}{{MSP|372|Shelgon}} {{MSP|373|Salamence}}{{MSP|387|Turtwig}}{{MSP|388|Grotle}}{{MSP|389|Torterra}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}}{{MSP|713|Avalugg}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15|||Tough|1|4}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|116|Horsea}}{{MSP|117|Seadra}}{{MSP|230|Kingdra}}{{MSP|130|Gyarados}}{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}} {{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}}|Dragon Dance|Dragon|Status|—|—|20|||Cool|1|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|116|Horsea}}{{MSP|117|Seadra}}{{MSP|230|Kingdra}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|333|Swablu}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}} {{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}} {{MSP|690|Skrelp}}{{MSP|691|Dragalge}}{{MSP|704|Goomy}}{{MSP|705|Sliggoo}}{{MSP|706|Goodra}}|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|100|10||''|Beautiful|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|443|Gible}}{{MSP|444|Gabite}}{{MSP|445|Garchomp}} {{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}|Dragon Rush|Dragon|Physical|100|75|10||''|Tough|3|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|006|Charizard}}|Flare Blitz|Fire|Physical|120|100|15||'''|Cool|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20|||Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|304|Aron}}{{MSP|305|Lairon}}{{MSP|306|Aggron}}|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35|||Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/breed6|{{MSP|147|Dratini}}{{MSP|148|Dragonair}}{{MSP|149|Dragonite}}{{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|611|Fraxure}}{{MSP|612|Haxorus}} {{MSP|621|Druddigon}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}}{{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|706|Goodra}}|Outrage|Dragon|Physical|120|100|10||''|Cool|6|0}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|100|10||''|no|yes|Beautiful|3|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Fire Pledge|Fire|Special|80|100|10||'''|yes|yes|Beautiful|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15||'''|no|yes|Tough|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20|||no|yes|Tough|2|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Heat Wave|Fire|Special|95|90|10||'''|no|yes|Beautiful|2|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes|Cute|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutor6|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15|||no|yes|Cool|4|0}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Charmander|Fire|Fire|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}"
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Slam}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Charmander (McDonald Pack 4)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=fire |
ndex=004 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
type=fire |
body=1 |
rate=11.7 |
area=Mt. Cleft |
P1=My flame's small, but I'll do my best! |
P2=My health is down to half. The flame is getting small, too. |
P3=My flame is about to go out... |
PL=I leveled up. The flame on my tail grew bigger, too. |
Partner=yes |
PP1=The fire on my tail's blazing! Let's go for it, <name>! |
PP2=It's getting tougher... |
PP3=My fire's about to go out... <name>, help... |
PPL=Yay! I leveled up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Fire |
assist=Fire |
fieldpower=1 |
field=Burn |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=25 |
MaxEXP=39 |
browser=Charmander shudders while breathing fire. It is the very picture of vitality. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=C |
Ranger2=yes |
group2=Fire |
assist2=Fire |
field2=Burn |
field2power=1 |
browser2=It attacks by spitting embers. |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Fire |
assist3=Fire |
field3=Burn |
field3power=1 |
browser3=It attacks by spitting fire. |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=2|
rumbledefense=2|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=2|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=3|
Pad=Charmander followed you through the Mysterious Tunnel, landing in the [[Lava Zone]]. He's one of your best friends. His great desire is to become stronger. |
Conquest=yes |
ConquestAtk=2 |
ConquestSpd=3 |
ConquestDef=1 |
ConquestHP=1 |
ConquestRange=4 |
ConquestMove={{m|Ember}} |
ConquestAbility1={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Blaze}} |
ConquestAbility2={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Warm Blanket}} |
ConquestAbility3={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Hero}} |
ConquestEvo=Evolves into {{p|Charmeleon}} when its Attack is 50 or higher |
ConquestLink={{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Masakage}}
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Fire
|pictype=art
|no1=004
|name1=Charmander
|type1-1=Fire
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 16}}
|no2=005
|name2=Charmeleon
|type1-2=Fire
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 36}}
|no3=006
|name3=Charizard
|type1-3=Fire
|type2-3=Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Fire}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=004}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|004|Charmander}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Niue Dollar Pokemon.jpg|thumb|250px|right|$1 coins from {{wp|Niue}}]]
* {{wp|Niue}} released a one-dollar coin featuring Charmander as part of a commemorative promotion for the Pokémon franchise, with Charmander on one side and the nation's coat of arms on the other.
* In the first generation, on its sprite and [[a:File:004Charmander RG.png|first artwork]], Charmander's "back" is depicted as having a small line of spikes. The spikes were not shown in the sprites and artwork of later [[generation]]s. [[Blue's Charmander]] also had these spikes in the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, where the spikes were larger and easier to see. The spikes were also seen on {{PPM|Green}}'s {{TP|Green|Charmander|Charizard}} from the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga.
* Charmander is the tallest Fire-type starter Pokémon.
* Charmander has the longest name of all unevolved [[starter Pokémon]].
* Charmander is the only Fire-type starter Pokémon that is not a member of the {{egg3|Field}}.

===Origin===
{{Bulbanews|On the Origin of Species: Charmander}}
Charmander appears to be predominantly {{wp|reptilian}} in origin, and may have been partially inspired by the mythical {{wp|Salamander#Mythology and popular culture|salamander}} (as opposed to the real-world amphibian of the same name which inspired its mythical counterpart). This salamander was a fire-spirit capable of surviving in extreme heat or flames, and it is sometimes creatively rendered or interpreted in the shape of a lizard.

Physically, Charmander has a slender body, a short nose, and a long tail, as well as other lizard-like characteristics. The fact that it does not undergo a metamorphosis stage (beyond its own evolutionary pattern) but instead grows into a larger version of itself as it matures, among other things, indicate that Charmander has more in common with reptiles (such as lizards) than with amphibians (such as real-world salamanders).

Charmander's Hidden Ability, {{a|Solar Power}}, may have drawn inspiration from the {{wp|spotted salamander}}. In July and August 2010, this species was identified as the first known {{wp|Photosynthesis|photosynthetic}} vertebrate animal, capable of converting energy from sunlight.

====Name origin====
Charmander is a portmanteau of the words ''char'' (to burn) and ''salamander''.

Hitokage comes from 火蜥蜴 (salamander): 火 ''hi'' (fire) and 蜥蜴 ''tokage'' (lizard).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=fire|type2=fire
|ja=ヒトカゲ ''Hitokage''|jameaning=Salamander (literally "Fire lizard")
|fr=Salamèche|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|Salamandre|salamander}}'' and ''{{tt|mèche|wick}}''
|es=Charmander|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Glumanda|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Glut|ember, also the German translation for the move Ember}}'' and ''{{wp|Salamander}}''
|it=Charmander|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=파이리 ''Pairi''|komeaning=From ''fire'' and {{tt|꼬리 ''kkori''|tail}}
|zh_yue=小火龍 ''Síufólùhng''|zh_yuemeaning=Literally "Little fiery dragon". May also be from {{wp|Pitaya|{{tt|火龍果 ''fólùhnggwó''|pitaya}}}}
|zh_cmn=小火龍 / 小火龙 ''Xiǎohǔolóng''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Little fiery dragon". May also be from {{tt|小龍 ''xiǎolóng''|a colloquial term for lizard}}
|ru=Чармандер ''Charmander''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=ฮิโตะคาเงะ ''Hitokage''|thmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|hi= चरमेंदर ''Charmander''|himeaning=Same as English name
}}

 

==Related articles==
* [[Ash's Charmander]]
* [[Zippo]]
* [[Green's Charmander]]
* [[Blue's Charmander]]
* [[Red's Charmander]]
* [[Alain's Charmander]]

==External links==
* {{wp|Charmander|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
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[[Category:Pokémon that are part of a three-stage evolutionary line]]
{{Starter Pokémon|fire}}
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{{Smash Bros.}}
{{PokémonPrevNextFoot | type=fire | prevnum=003 | nextnum=005 | prev=Venusaur | next=Charmeleon }}
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{{Project Pokédex notice}}
[[Category:Starter Pokémon|004]]
[[Category:Mystery Dungeon starters|004]]
[[Category:Anime starter Pokémon|Charmander (default)]]

[[de:Glumanda]]
[[es:Charmander]]
[[fr:Salamèche]]
[[it:Charmander]]
[[ja:ヒトカゲ]]
[[pl:Charmander]]
[[pt:Charmander (pokémon)]]
[[zh:小火龙]]

2015-05-28T19:14:20Z

Voltlds: /* Funfest Missions */

{{incomplete|2=Exact effects of Encounter, Befriending, and Capture Powers; complete layout maps; new Pass Powers in B2/W2}}
{{Infobox location
|image=Entralink BW.png
|image_size=256
|type=forest
|location_name=Entralink
|japanese_name=ハイリンク
|translated_name=Hilink
|mapdesc=In the middle of the Unova region, it is a place of mysterious power.
|location=Central Unova
|region=Unova
|generation={{gen|V}}
}}

The '''Entralink''' (Japanese: '''ハイリンク''' ''Hilink'') is a clearing that is located in central [[Unova]]. It can be accessed via the wireless function of the [[C-Gear]]. The '''Entree Forest''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|八イリンクの森|八イリンクのもり}}''' ''Hilink Forest'') is located in the north of the Entralink.

==Access==
To enter the Entralink, the player must first be in an open area where {{m|Fly}} would be able to be used (the one exception being {{un|Victory Road}}). In addition, several locations which NPCs may occupy—such as in front of [[Icirrus Gym]] and on the tile which walking Trainers appear on upon entering the area—cannot be warped from. Also unlike using Fly, the Entralink cannot be warped to while using {{m|Surf}}.

==Features==
There are several key features of the Entralink that appear in all Generation V games. The Entree Forest allows players to catch Pokémon met in the {{pkmn|Dream World}}. If there are items from the {{pkmn|Dream World}} waiting to be picked up, a little boy to the left of the Entree Forest's entrance will give the player these "Dream Remnants". The Entree serves as the core of the Entralink and is where the player can accept missions. There is an orange warp tile to the south.

In Black and White, the Entralink is a place where a player can connect to another player's world via the wireless function of the [[C-Gear]].

In Black 2 and White 2, the Entralink serves as the hub for Funfest Missions, but no longer allows the visiting of other players' worlds.

===Entree===
The Entree is the tree with a blue hexagonal shape on its front, located in the middle of the Entralink. The Entree is used to activate Pass Powers, which are purchased with Pass Orbs, and to accept missions. In Black and White, Entralink Missions can only be accepted at other players' Entrees; in Black 2 and White 2, Funfest Missions are accepted at the player's own Entree, and other players' worlds cannot be visited.

When entering the Entralink for the first time, the Entree is a small tree, but it grows as the player completes missions.

In Black and White, it starts as a circular bud which is slightly grayish in color. As the Entree grows, it spirals outwards and its color changes according to the composition of its ★Black and ☆White levels. Growth of the Entree may only be done by completing missions in other players' worlds.

In Black 2 and White 2 the Entree has been redesigned, and now looks like two twist ties which are black and white twisting around each other with tufts of leaves on top.

===Entree Forest===
[[File:Entralink Forest BW.png|thumb|200px|right|The Entree Forest]]
The Entree Forest is used to catch Pokémon that the {{player}} has encountered in the {{pkmn|Dream World}}. To catch these Pokémon, the player is given the {{ball|Dream}}, though using it is not required. When catching a Pokémon in Entree Forest, any [[Poké Ball]], regardless of the type, will catch the Pokémon without fail. There are two places inside known as the Forest Clearing and the Deepest Clearing.

The Forest Clearing consists of multiple clearings in the woods, while the Deepest Clearing is another area, capable of holding up to 10 Pokémon, reached by traveling through the northern parts of the Forest Clearing. Most Pokémon are automatically transferred to the first clearing once materialized from the Dream World; however, some Pokémon such as {{p|Arceus}} are specifically designed to appear in other clearings. To transfer them to the Deepest Clearing, the player must speak to the Pokémon and refuse to catch it; the option will then appear. Alternatively, if the player's [[party]] and all of their [[Pokémon Storage System|Boxes]] are full, then this option will appear by default. Players begin with 6 sections to their Forest Clearing and one Deepest Clearing; however, if they are all full with 20 Pokémon each, the player's forest will grow larger to accommodate more Pokémon.

===Pass Powers===
Pass Powers are special temporary or one-time bonuses that are purchased using Pass Orbs. When used via the Tag Log, Pass Powers provide useful boosts or effects that affect all nearby people connected wirelessly. Pass Powers are mysterious powers granted by the Entree.

There are a total of 33 Pass Powers and obtaining all of them is a requirement for the player to upgrade his or her {{ga|Trainer Card}}. This is achieved when both the ★Black and ☆White levels of the player's Entree reaches at least 30.

====List of Pass Powers====
Pass Powers obtained from the Entree can be registered in the [[C-Gear]] and shared with other people connected wirelessly using the Tag Log. The effect of these Pass Powers varies from ↑ to ↑↑↑, or ↓ to ↓↓↓ , and lasts only 3 minutes (with the exception of HP and PP Restoring Power, which take effect immediately).

Similar Pass Powers with strengths S and MAX may be used on other players when completing missions in their Entralink. The strength of the Pass Power used (S or MAX) depends on the mission and the level of that player's Entree. Powers with strength S and MAX act identically to their ↑↑↑ counterparts, but for a longer period of time (30 minutes for S, 60 minutes for MAX, with the exception of Full Recovery Power). 

{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #a0a0c4; border: 3px solid #bbbbe8"
|-
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Pass Power
! style="background: #ccf" | Pass Orbs needed
! style="background: #ccf" | Min. Entree level
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Description
|- style="background: #def"
| Hidden Grotto Power ↑ || 5 || ★Black Lv10 ☆White Lv.10 || Increases the probability of hidden grotto's regenerating.
|- style="background: #def"
| Hidden Grotto Power ↑↑ || 10 || ★Black Lv20 ☆White Lv.20 || Further increases the probability of hidden grotto's regenerating.
|- style="background: #def"
| Hidden Grotto Power ↑↑↑ || 15 || ★Black Lv30 ☆White Lv.30 || Even further Increases the probability of hidden grotto's regenerating.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Encounter Power ↑ || 2 || ★Black Lv9 ☆White Lv3 || Increases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon a little.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Encounter Power ↑↑ || 3 || ★Black Lv12 ☆White Lv8 || Increases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Encounter Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv19 ☆White Lv14 || Increases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon a lot.
|- style="background: #def"
| Encounter Power ↓ || 2 || ☆White Lv5 || Decreases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon a little.
|- style="background: #def"
| Encounter Power ↓↓ || 3 || ☆White Lv10 || Decreases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon.
|- style="background: #def"
| Encounter Power ↓↓↓ || 4 || ☆White Lv26 || Decreases the chance of encountering wild Pokémon a lot.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Hatching Power ↑ || 3 || ☆White Lv13 || Helps Eggs hatch a little faster. (1.25× as fast)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Hatching Power ↑↑ || 4 || ☆White Lv22 || Helps Eggs hatch faster. (1.5× as fast)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Hatching Power ↑↑↑ || 5 || ☆White Lv30 || Helps Eggs hatch much faster. (2× as fast)
|- style="background: #def"
| Befriending Power ↑ || 2 || ☆White Lv7 || Helps Pokémon grow friendly a little faster.
|- style="background: #def"
| Befriending Power ↑↑ || 3 || ☆White Lv19 || Helps Pokémon grow friendly faster.
|- style="background: #def"
| Befriending Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ☆White Lv25 || Helps Pokémon grow friendly much faster.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Bargain Power ↑ || 3 || ★Black Lv13 || Poké Mart gives a 10% discount.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Bargain Power ↑↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv22 || Poké Mart gives a 25% discount.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Bargain Power ↑↑↑ || 5 || ★Black Lv30 || Poké Mart gives a 50% discount.
|- style="background: #def"
| HP Restoring Power ↑ || 2 || None{{tt|*|After completing the first mission}} || Immediately restores the HP of the lead Pokémon a little. (20)
|- style="background: #def"
| HP Restoring Power ↑↑ || 3 || ☆White Lv2 || Immediately restores the HP of the lead Pokémon. (50)
|- style="background: #def"
| HP Restoring Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ☆White Lv16 || Immediately restores the HP of the lead Pokémon very much. (200)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| PP Restoring Power ↑ || 2 || ★Black Lv7 || Immediately restores the PP of the lead Pokémon a little. (5)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| PP Restoring Power ↑↑ || 3 || ★Black Lv19 || Immediately restores the PP of the lead Pokémon. (10)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| PP Restoring Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv25 || Immediately restores the PP of the lead Pokémon very much. (all)
|- style="background: #def"
| Exp. Point Power ↑ || 2 || None{{tt|*|After completing the first mission}} || Increases the Exp. Points from a battle a little. (1.2×)
|- style="background: #def"
| Exp. Point Power ↑↑ || 3 || ★Black Lv2 || Increases the Exp. Points from a battle. (1.5×)
|- style="background: #def"
| Exp. Point Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv16 || Increases the Exp. Points from a battle by a lot. (2×)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exp. Point Power ↓ || 2 || ★Black Lv3 ☆White Lv9 || Decreases the Exp. Points from a battle a little. (0.8×)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exp. Point Power ↓↓ || 3 || ★Black Lv8 ☆White Lv12 || Decreases the Exp. Points from a battle. (0.66×)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exp. Point Power ↓↓↓ || 2 || ★Black Lv14 ☆White Lv19 || Decreases the Exp. Points from a battle by a lot. (0.5×)
|- style="background: #def"
| Prize Money Power ↑ || 2 || ★Black Lv5 || Increases the prize money from a battle a little. (1.5×)
|- style="background: #def"
| Prize Money Power ↑↑ || 3 || ★Black Lv10 || Increases the prize money from a battle. (2×)
|- style="background: #def"
| Prize Money Power ↑↑↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv26 || Increases the prize money from a battle by a lot. (3×)
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Capture Power ↑ || 4 || ★Black Lv5 ☆White Lv5 || Increases the chance of catching Pokémon a little.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Capture Power ↑↑ || 5 || ★Black Lv11 ☆White Lv11 || Increases the chance of catching Pokémon.
|-
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybl|5px}}" | Capture Power ↑↑↑
| style="background: #ddf" | 6
| style="background: #ddf" | ★Black Lv30 ☆White Lv30
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybr|5px}}"| Increases the chance of catching Pokémon by a lot.
|}

===Visiting other players===
In Black and White (but not in Black 2 or White 2, where the bridge was removed from the game), players may choose to visit each others' worlds via the Entralink. To do that, one player must be inside the Entralink while another must be located in one of the following locations which form a hexagon surrounding the Entralink:
* [[Nimbasa City]]
* [[Driftveil City]]
* [[Mistralton City]]
* [[Icirrus City]]
* [[Opelucid City]]
* [[Lacunosa Town]]
* [[Undella Town]]
* [[Black City]]/[[White Forest]]
* [[Marvelous Bridge]]
* [[Village Bridge]]
* [[Driftveil Drawbridge]]
* [[Tubeline Bridge]]
* Routes {{rtn|5|Unova}}, {{rtn|6|Unova}}, {{rtn|7|Unova}}, {{rtn|8|Unova}}, {{rtn|9|Unova}}, {{rtn|11|Unova}}, {{rtn|12|Unova}}, {{rtn|13|Unova}}, {{rtn|14|Unova}}, {{rtn|15|Unova}}, and {{rtn|16|Unova}}

The other player must not be inside a building.

The visiting player would have to stand on the connecting bridges at the sides of the Entralink to make a connection and the other player's C-Gear must be on as well to establish a connection. Once connected, the visiting player would then be able to enter the other player's Entralink by crossing the barrier.

Upon entering, the visiting player would have their overworld sprite changed and appear in a black-and-white version of Unova. Everything is the same as the original, except that the visiting player cannot enter buildings or certain places, and all the routes and towns are connected via warp portals instead of connectors.

The visiting player can also keep track of the other player's location at the bottom screen and warp to the different towns by simply tapping with the stylus. The visiting player may also access the other player's Entree to register available Pass Powers to their own C-Gear, or to begin missions to help the other player.

Up to two players may connect to the same player's world. The third player may also choose to intercept a mission by completing it before the player who initiated it.

===Entralink Missions===
In Black and White, the visiting player may choose to accept missions on another player's Entree. There are 6 different missions available for completion, and these require the two players to interact with each other within a specific time limit (with exception of the Item-hiding missions, which fails when the visiting player is talked to).

Upon the successful completion of a mission, the visiting player would be rewarded with Pass Orbs and the growth of the player's own Entree. The growth of the visiting player's Entree depends on the version of the player he or she visited: if the visiting player completed a mission on Pokémon Black, the ★Black level of the visiting player would increase by 1.

Also, completed missions would be indicated on a player's Entree by a black or white marking depending on the version of the visiting player. If the visiting player was playing Pokémon White and completed the top-left mission, the top-left mark of the mission selection screen would 'light up' as White. This has no significance except when a bonus is awarded to the visiting player for completing the last mission: if five missions are 'lit up' as White and the visiting player with Pokémon White completes the last mission, their Entree would have a bonus growth of 6 ☆White levels.

There are 6 different kinds missions for the player to complete. When the visiting player accepts a mission, his or her sprite will change accordingly to the mission. The 6 kinds of missions are:

* '''Top-left''': Help mission. The other player must talk to the visiting player.
* '''Top-right''': Help mission. The visiting player must talk to the other player.
* '''Mid-left''': Battle mission. The visiting player must challenge the other player to a 2-on-2 flat battle.
* '''Mid-right''': Rescue mission. The visiting player helps the other player when battling a wild Pokémon (or when in a battle).
* '''Bottom-left''': Item-hiding mission. The visiting player hides an item somewhere for the other player to find.
* '''Bottom-right''': Item-selling mission. The visiting player must successfully sell an overpriced item to the other player.

====Support Missions====
Support Missions give the player the task of having to find the Entralink host and giving them a special power. These powers are enhanced versions of the standard [[#Pass Powers and Pass Orbs|Pass Powers]] and last longer. The tasks are listed below.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #a0a0c4; border: 3px solid #bbbbe8"
|-
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Support Mission
! style="background: #ccf" | Time limit
! style="background: #ccf" | Effect time
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Effect
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exp. Point Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || Experience Points received in battle are doubled.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exp. Point Power MAX || 3 minutes || 1 hour || Experience Points received in battle are doubled.
|- style="background: #def"
| Prize Money Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || Money earned from battles is tripled.
|- style="background: #def"
| Prize Money Power MAX || 3 minutes || 1 hour || Money earned from battles is tripled.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Hatching Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || Eggs hatch a little faster.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Hatching Power MAX || 3 minutes || 1 hour || Eggs hatch a little faster.
|- style="background: #def"
| Befriending Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || Pokémon gain friendship faster.
|- style="background: #def"
| Befriending Power MAX || 3 minutes || 1 hour || Pokémon gain friendship faster.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Bargain Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || All items bought at all Department Stores, Markets, and PokéMarts are 50% off.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Bargain Power MAX || 3 minutes || 1 hour || All items bought at all Department Stores, Markets, and PokéMarts are 50% off.
|- style="background: #def"
| Full Recovery Power || 3 minutes || One use || HP is fully restored.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Capture Power S || 3 minutes || 30 minutes || The probability of catching a wild Pokémon is increased.
|-
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybl|5px}}" | Capture Power MAX
| style="background: #ddf" | 3 minutes
| style="background: #ddf" | 1 hour
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybr|5px}}" | The probability of catching a wild Pokémon is increased.
|}

====Item Missions====
There are two different kinds of item missions. The first kind of mission requires the player to ''sell an item'' to the other player at a price 50% higher than its usual cost. The mission fails if the player is turned down.

The second kind of mission requires the player to ''hide an item'' somewhere in the other player's world '''within 3 minutes'''. The mission fails if the player is spoken to while completing the mission. This mission cannot be selected if the area the item is supposed to be hidden has not been visited by the player in his/her own world. The items that can be hidden are Great Ball, Ultra Ball, Heal Ball, Net Ball, Nest Ball, Quick Ball, Dusk Ball, Timer Ball, Repeat Ball, Dive Ball and Luxury Ball.

The areas and places where the item may be hidden are listed below.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #a0a0c4; border: 3px solid #bbbbe8"
|-
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Item Mission
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Specific area
|- style="background: #ddf"
| [[Nimbasa City]] || Between the benches.
|- style="background: #def"
| [[Driftveil City]] || Behind the market building.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| [[Mistralton City]] || In front of the plane.
|- style="background: #def"
| [[Icirrus City]] || In between the four dancers.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| [[Opelucid City]] || In front of the northern gate.
|- style="background: #def"
| [[Lacunosa Town]] || By the manhole.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| [[Undella Town]] || In front of the Villa.
|- style="background: #def"
| {{rt|5|Unova}} || In front of the Preston the {{tc|Musician}}.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| {{rt|6|Unova}} || On the bridge right before [[Chargestone Cave]].
|- style="background: #def"
| {{rt|7|Unova}} || In front of the [[Celestial Tower]] entrance.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| {{rt|8|Unova}} || In front of the roadsign.
|- style="background: #def"
| {{rt|9|Unova}} || In front of trashcan by the vending machine.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| {{rt|11|Unova}} || In front of the trailer.
|- style="background: #def"
| {{rt|12|Unova}} || In front of the sign.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| {{rt|13|Unova}} || In front of the tree by the bridge.
|- style="background: #def"
| {{rt|14|Unova}} || Whereabouts the beach touches land.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| {{rt|15|Unova}} || In the trashcan by the [[Poké Transfer Lab]].
|-
| style="background: #def; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{rt|16|Unova}}
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Where the fence divides.
|}

====Rescue Mission====
Rescue Missions give the player the task of finding the Entralink host during a battle and talking to them. The reward(s) are listed below.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #a0a0c4; border: 3px solid #bbbbe8"
|-
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Rescue Mission
! style="background: #ccf" | Time limit
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Effect
|-
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybl|5px}}" | Battle HP Restore Power
| style="background: #ddf" | One use
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Heals the Entralink host's Pokémon while in a battle. At the end of the battle, the host receives a {{DL|Revive|Revive}}.
|}

====Battle Mission====
Battle Missions require the player to battle the Entralink host in a [[Flat Battle]] using the first two Pokémon in their party. Players may battle at level 10, 30, 50 or 100.

===Funfest Missions===
{{incomplete|section|needs=list of Funfest Missions, more info}}
In Black 2 and White 2, [[Pokémon Funfest|Funfest Missions]] are used in place of Entralink Missions. They can be activated anywhere in Unova, and can be played either alone or with up to 100 others. Player's first mission will be to find 5 Berries within 3 minutes.

{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #a0a0c4; border: 3px solid #bbbbe8"
|-
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Funfest Missions
! style="background: #ccf" | Time limit
! style="background: #ccf" | Lv. 1 Target
! style="background: #ccf" | Lv. 2 Target
! style="background: #ccf" | Lv. 3 Target
! style="background: #ccf" | {{tt|Lv. 4|Accessed by pressing Select, down 3 times, up 4 times, then Select in order}} Target
! style="background: #ccf; {{roundytr}}" | Description
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Collect Berries! || 3 min. ||3||6||12||25||| Collect <number> or more Berries within the time limit! Look for shining places in towns and on roads!
|- style="background: #def"
| Find Lost Items! || 5 min. ||10||15||20||40||| Collect <number> or more lost items within the time limit. Many can be found in towns and on roads!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Lost Boys! || 3 min. ||4||8||16||50||| Find <number> or more lost children within the time limit! Speak to boys in towns and on roads!
|- style="background: #def"
| Enjoy Shopping! || 3 min. ||3||6||12||25||| Enjoy bargain shopping! Speak to shop clerks in towns and on roads, and shop <number> or more times!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Audino! || 5 min. ||1||5||10||50||| Find Audino in rustling grass! Defeat or catch <number> or more Pokémon to accomplish the mission!
|- style="background: #def"
| Search for <number> Pokémon! || 3 min. ||3||5||10||50||| Find Pokémon in rustling grass and dust clouds. Find <number> Pokémon to clear the mission!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Train with Martial Artists! || 5 min. ||2||4||8||100||| Fight with novice martial artists, and help with their training! Defeat <number> or more martial artists within the time limit!
|- style="background: #def"
| Sparring with <number> Trainers! || {{tt|3 min.|Bonus time is added after each Trainer defeated.}} ||10||30||50||100||| Fight with novice martial artists, and help with their training! Defeat <number> or more martial artists!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Get Rich Quick! (Black 2 only) || 3 min. ||3||6||12||25||| Collect <number> or more treasures within the time limit! Look for shining places in caves and forests!
|- style="background: #def"
| Treasure Hunting! (White 2 only) || 3 min. ||3||12||24||45||| Collect <number> or more treasures within the time limit! Look for shining places in caves and forests!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Exciting Trading!! (Black 2 only) || 5 min. ||2||4||8||50|||
|- style="background: #def"
| Exhilarating Trading!! (White 2 only) || 5 min. ||2||4||8||50|||
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Emolga! || 5 min. ||1||5||10||30||| Find Emolga in rustling grass! The Pokémon are said to be found on Route 5. Take advantage of their Abilities.
|- style="background: #def"
| Wings Falling on the Drawbridge || 3 min. ||5||10||40||100||| Pick up and collect [[Wing|wings]] at Driftveil Drawbridge! When you hear Pokémon fluttering their wings, check nearby areas!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Treasures! || 3 min. ||5||10||20||100||| Find treasures, which can be found in caves in different areas! Look for dust clouds!
|- style="background: #def"
| Mushrooms' Hide-and-Seek! || 5 min. ||3||10||30||5||| Find Foongus hiding in tall grass! They look like Poké Balls!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Mysterious (Black 2)/Shining (White 2) Ores! || 5 min. ||10||20||30||30||| Find mysterious ores! Search caves and roads, and collect <number> or more items!
|- style="background: #def"
| The <number> Lost Treasures || 5 min. ||2||4||10||30||| Find the lost relic treasures! Of course, they won't be found so easily...
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Big Harvest of Berries! || 3 min. ||6||12||24||100||| Collect <number> or more Berries within the time limit! It is said that a lot of them can be found in forests and on roads!
|- style="background: #def"
| Ring the Bell... || 3 min. ||1||2||8||10||| Ring the bell at the top of Celestial Tower! Start all over from the entrance to do it multiple times!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| The Bell that Rings <number> Times || 3 min. ||3||5||7||10||| Ring the bell at the top of Celestial Tower! Ring it <number> times to clear the mission!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Path to an Ace! || 5 min. ||3||6||12||50||| Be a training partner for Ace Trainers! Defeat <number> or more Ace Trainers within the time limit!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Shocking Shopping! || 3 min. ||4||8||32||100||| Speak to men wearing black, and buy rare items! Every time you speak to them, the prices will change. Don't get swindled!
|- style="background: #def"
| Memory Training! || 3 min. ||6||10||12||50||| Speak to Clowns in towns and on roads, and answer quizzes! Answer questions correctly <number> times, and the mission will be a success!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Push the Limit of Your Memory... || 5 min. ||5||?||?||?|| Speak to Clowns in towns and on roads, and answer quizzes. The quiz will get harder and harder. Keep answering questions correctly!
|- style="background: #def"
| Find Rustling Grass! || 10 min. ||5||10||20||100||| Find Pokémon in rustling grass and dust clouds.
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Find Shards! || 3 min. ||3||16||32||100||| Collect <number> or more shards within the time limit! Look for shining places in towns and on roads!
|- style="background: #def"
| Forgotten (Black 2)/Not-Found (White 2) Lost Items || 2 min. ||5||10||50||100||| Collect <number> or more lost items within the time limit. Many can be found in towns and roads!
|- style="background: #def"
| Mulch Collector! || 3 min. ||6||12||24||9||| Collect <number> or more Mulches within the time limit! Look for shining places in caves and forests!
|- style="background: #def"
| What is the Best (Black 2)/Real (White 2) Price?|| 3 min. ||6||12||?||50|||Speak to men wearing black, and buy rare items! Every time you speak to them, the prices will change. Don't get swindled!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Fishing Competition! || 3 min. ||5||10||15||30|||Use the Super Rod to catch Pokémon!
|- style="background: #def"
| Give Me the Item! || 5 min. ||10||15||20||40||| Find <number> or more Youngsters who lost their items and are in trouble. Help them within the time limit!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Search Hidden Grottoes || 10 min. ||1||3||?||3||| Visit [[Hidden Grotto|Hidden Grottoes]] in different areas, and find Pokémon! Find <number> or more Pokémon to accomplish the mission!
|- style="background: #def"
| Where are Fluttering Hearts? || 5 min. ||10||20||?||100||| Collect <number> or more items in towns and on roads! Look for shining places!
|- style="background: #ddf"
| Take a Walk with Eggs! || 10 min. ||3||12||?||100||| Hatch Pokémon Eggs! Walk a lot! Run a lot, too!
|- style="background: #def"
| The Berry-Hunting Adventure! || 3 min. ||5||20||?||100||| Go to many different places to look for Berries! Look for shining places in forests and caves!
|-
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybl|5px}}" | Find Steelix!
| style="background: #ddf" | 5 min.
| style="background: #ddf" | 1
| style="background: #ddf" | 5
| style="background: #ddf" | 15
| style="background: #ddf" | 30
| style="background: #ddf; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Find Steelix! Try to find dust clouds in caves!
|}

==Pass Orbs==
{{Item
|name=Pass Orb
|jp={{tt|デルダマ|Derudama}}
|jpt=Deru Sphere
|gen=V
|bag=Items
|sell=100
|effect=Currency for purchasing Pass Powers.
|descbwb2w2=A mysterious orb containing the power of the Unova region, to be used when generating Pass Power.
|descxy=A mysterious orb containing the power of the Unova region, to be used when generating Pass Power.
|locbw=Entralink (Entralink missions), other players' worlds, {{pkmn|Dream World}}
|locb2w2=Entralink (Funfest missions), {{pkmn|Dream World}}
}}
In Black 2 and White 2, upon successfully completing a Funfest mission, the player will receive a fixed number of Pass Orbs as a prize, and then additional Pass Orbs based on the player's score.

==Quotes==
===Black and White===
'''Introduction'''
:''"Oh, someone showed up... Welcome to the Entralink."''
:''"Hm?"''
:''"Judging by the look of you, you don't seem to know where you are."''
:''"This is an island called the Entralink. It's located in the center of the Unova region."''
:''"The Entralink is a mysterious place where you can connect with someone's world."
:''"If you go to someone's world by passing through this island, you will be able to meet an adventurer in the world."''
:''"And you can help that adventurer."''
:''"Yes! If you want to help, cross the bridge in this island and go to someone's world."''
:''"There must be someone who is waiting for you there!"''

===Black 2 and White 2===
'''Introduction'''
:''"Welcome to the Entralink."''
:''"Hmm?"''
:''"Judging by your expression, you don't seem to know where you are."''
:''"This place is called the Entralink... It's a mysterious place that links people."''
:''"It is also a place where you can hone your skills by helping out nearby adventurers."
:''"...Hmm. It's a bit hard to explain with words."''
:''"As an adventurer, you should test yourself to learn what it is..."''
:''"As a start, talk to this Entree to receive a mission."''
:''"Then deliver your power to it!"''

==Trivia==
===Origin===
Entralink draws inspiration from the {{wp|Tokyo Imperial Palace}}, and is located where {{wp|Central Park}} is in the real world.

==In other languages==
{| style="float:left;"
|-
| style="vertical-align:top;" |
''Entralink''
{{langtable|color={{locationcolor/light|forest}}|bordercolor={{locationcolor/dark|forest}}
|de=Kontaktebene
|es=Zona Nexo
|fr=Heylink
|it=Intramondo
|ko=하일링크 ''Hilink''
}}
| style="vertical-align:top;" |
''Pass Orb''
{{langtable|color={{items color light}}|bordercolor={{items color}}
|de=Transferorb
|es=Regalosfera
|fr=Offrisphère
|it=Passabilia
|ko=딜구슬
}}
|}
{{-}}
{{Unova}} 
{{Project Locations notice}}

[[Category:Unova locations]]
[[Category:Black and White locations]]
[[Category:Black 2 and White 2 locations]]

[[de:Kontaktebene]]
[[es:Zona Nexo]]
[[fr:Heylink]]
[[it:Intramondo]]
[[ja:ハイリンク]]
[[zh:潜入连接]]