Torchic and its evolutions are the only {{type2|Fire}} [[starter Pokémon]] without an actual flame on them anywhere.
Torchic and its evolutions are the only {{type2|Fire}} [[starter Pokémon]] without an actual flame on them anywhere. In addition, its also the only Fire starter Pokémon who's English name didn't start with a '''C''' and who's Japanese name didn't start with '''ヒ''' ''hi''.
==Origin==
==Origin==
It appears to have been based on a [[wp:chicken|chicken]] hatchling.
It appears to have been based on a [[wp:chicken|chicken]] hatchling.
Torchic comes with the Ability Blaze, which increases the power of Fire-type attacks by 50% once the Pokémon has less than one-third of its maximum HP.
Torchic sticks with its Trainer, following behind with unsteady steps. This Pokémon breathes fire of over 1,800 degrees F, including fireballs that leave the foe scorched black.
Torchic has a place inside its body where it keeps its flame. Give it a hug - it will be glowing with warmth. This Pokémon is covered all over by a fluffy coat of down.
Torchic and its evolutions are the only Template:Type2starter Pokémon without an actual flame on them anywhere. In addition, its also the only Fire starter Pokémon who's English name didn't start with a C and who's Japanese name didn't start with ヒhi.
Origin
It appears to have been based on a chicken hatchling.
Name origin
Torchic's name may be a combination of torch and chick. Its Japanese name is a combination of 赤 aka, baby, and 軍鶏 shamo, a breed of Japanese chicken once raised for fighting.
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