Arcanine (Pokémon)

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Arcanine ウインディ Windie #059
Artwork from FR/LG
Type Fire ' Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Legendary Pokémon
Abilities Intimidate or Flash Fire Flash Fire Blue-Striped -----	Exp. at Lv. 100 1,250,000
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #059 Johto #130 Hoenn #246 Sinnoh — Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R— Almia R— Oblivia
Height 6'03" Imperial 1.9 m Metric 6'03"/1.9 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 341.7 lbs. Imperial 155.0 kg Metric 341.7 lbs./155.0 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Brown	Catch rate 75 (9.8%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown 75% male, 25% female
Breeding Ground group 21 cycles (5355 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 2 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 Base Exp.: 213 Battle Exp.: 2131*
External links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Arcanine (Japanese: ウインディ Windie) is a Template:Type2 Pokémon.

It evolves from Growlithe via Fire Stone.

Biology

Physiology

Arcanine is a canine-like Pokémon that resembles the mythical Ryukyuan Shisa (a cross between a lion and a dog). Its head is covered in a cream-colored hair, except for the region around its eyes and ears, which is orange. Its body is a combination of the same orange fur with black stripes and completely black fur on its belly. It also has patches of cream-colored fur on its chest, legs and tail. Its paws each have three claws and a round pink pawpad underneath.

Gender differences

None.

Special abilities

Arcanine can spit large trails of flame, as well as run with extreme speed.

Behavior

Wise and loyal, Arcanine are prized Pokémon.

Habitat

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Grassland Pokémon

Arcanine live in active volcanoes, grassy plains, and scorched fields heated by geothermal energy.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

In the anime

File:Gary and Arcanine.jpg

Gary and his Arcanine

Major appearances

Gary's Arcanine

Gary Oak has an Arcanine. The first time it was seen was in The Battle of the Badge battling Giovanni. He used it again to battle Ash and his Bayleef in Extreme Pokémon!.

In On Cloud Arcanine, Drew and May wanted to capture an Arcanine for using in a Pokémon Contest. When it was discovered that the Pokémon had a litter of Growlithe puppies to take care of, the two rivals decided to leave Arcanine alone.

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Arcanine in the anime

Other

Arcanine and its pre-evolution, Growlithe, have often been seen being used as police dogs.

Ash battled an Arcanine in Fire and Ice. This Arcanine was under the ownership of Pete Pebbleman and was his final Pokémon. Despite the type disadvantage, Pete's Arcanine easily defeated Ash's Kingler by dodging its Bubble attack and using Dragon Rage. Pikachu managed to defeat the Arcanine with a Thunderbolt attack after the Ice Field melted due to Arcanine's Fire Blast.

In The Stolen Stones, two Trainers named Ramona and Keegan had three Arcanine, one under the ownership of Keegan and two under his sister Ramona. They were using the Template:Type2 Pokémon to deliver some Template:Evostos to be used as prizes for a local Fire-Pokémon tournament. The two Trainers used their Arcanine to save Ash, Misty and Brock from falling off a cliff.

In Tactics Theatrics, Tucker used an Arcanine and a Swampert to battle against Ash's Swellow and Corphish.

Minor appearances

In Mutiny in the Bounty!, Officer Jenny used an Arcanine to track down Pokémon Hunter J.

An Arcanine appeared in Arriving in Style!.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP190 Arcanine Ash's Pokédex Arcanine, a Legendary Pokémon. The evolved form of Growlithe. Arcanine is known for it's bravery and fierce loyality. Growlithe evolves into Arcanine from use of a Fire Stone.

Episode Pokémon Source Entry AG139 Arcanine Ash's Pokédex Arcanine, the Legendary Pokémon. Arcanine runs so smoothly that appears it to be flying and is known for its majestic cry.

In the manga

In Pokémon Adventures, Blaine is seen to have an Arcanine from a flashback in Volume 3, when he recalls a confrontation with Team Rocket.

Crystal has an Arcanine, whom she uses for transport at times. It is able to hit targets fast and hard using its ExtremeSpeed. As explained in a flashback in Volume 11, Arcanine was a wild Pokémon from Mt. Mortar whose left eye was injured five years ago. The cause is revealed to be a Larvitar prankster, whom Crystal manages to capture.

In the TCG

Main article: Arcanine (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red A Pokémon that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. Blue Yellow A legendary Pokémon in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running. Stadium A Pokémon whose beauty is legendary in China. It is said to run gracefully and lightly, as if it were flying.
Generation II Gold This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. Silver Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it. Crystal An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies. Stadium 2 This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Generation III Ruby Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon's body is its source of power. Sapphire Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon's body is its source of power. Emerald This fleet-footed Pokémon is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power. FireRed A Pokémon that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed. LeafGreen A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Generation IV Diamond Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. Pearl Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. Platinum Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. HeartGold This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. SoulSilver Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it.
Generation V Black {{{blackdex}}} White {{{whitedex}}} Black 2 {{{black2dex}}} White 2 {{{white2dex}}}
Generation VI X Unknown Y Unknown

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Blue None Evolve Growlithe (Red only) Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow None Evolve Growlithe
Generation II Gold Silver None Evolve Growlithe (Gold only) Crystal None Evolve Growlithe
Generation III Ruby Sapphire None Trade Emerald None Trade FireRed LeafGreen None Evolve Growlithe (FireRed only) Colosseum None Trade XD None Evolve Growlithe
Generation IV Diamond Pearl None Evolve Growlithe Platinum None Evolve Growlithe HeartGold SoulSilver None Evolve Growlithe  (HeartGold only) Pal Park Field Pokéwalker None
Generation V Black White None Trade Black 2 White 2 None Trade Dream World None
Generation VI X Y None Trade

In side games

Game	Location
Pokémon Snap	Volcano
Pokémon Trozei!	Endless Level 74 Endless Level 24 Pair Trozei Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team	Evolve from Growlithe
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness	Giant Volcano (1F-19F) Dark Crater (B7-B15) Dark Crater Pit (B1-B14) Shimmer Hill (1F-17F)
Pokémon Ranger	Jungle Relic
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia	Altru Tower Oil Field Hideout
Pokémon Rumble	Fiery Furnace

Held items

Game		Held Item(s)
Red*	Blue*	Ice Berry (33%)
Yellow*

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 90		150 - 197	290 - 384
Attack: 110		103 - 178	202 - 350
Defense: 80		76 - 145	148 - 284
Sp. Atk: 100		94 - 167	184 - 328
Sp. Def: 80		76 - 145	148 - 284
Speed: 95		90 - 161	175 - 317
Total: 555	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature. This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 80.

Pokéthlon stats

Speed 4/5 ★★★★☆	Power 4/5 ★★★★☆
Skill 1/2 ★☆	Stamina 2/3 ★★☆
Jump 2/3 ★★☆	Total 13/18 ★★☆

Learnset

By leveling up

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By tutoring

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A colored initial indicates that the move is not available to be tutored in this game,
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TCG-only moves

• Quick Attack

Evolution

Unevolved Growlithe  Fire

Fire Stone →

First Evolution Arcanine  Fire

Sprites

Gen	Game
I	Red	Blue	Yellow		Red (Ja)	Green	Back
II	Gold	Silver	Crystal				Back
III	Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen	Back
IV	Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back
V	Black	White	Black 2	White 2			Back

For other sprites and images, please see Arcanine images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• Arcanine originally had the name "Blaze."
• Arcanine is the only Pokémon with a stat total of 555.
  • Arcanine has the highest base stats of any Pokémon that has only evolved once.
• Arcanine has the second-highest base stat average of any non-legendary and non-pseudo-legendary Pokémon, next to Slaking.
• Because of its high stats, its species, and the fact that it was illustrated in an ancient slab along with the legendary birds in the second episode, it could be theorized that Arcanine was originally planned to be part of the legendary trio in first generation games; possibly even the birds' trio master.
• Arcanine's Pokédex entry for Pokémon Yellow connects the Pokémon world with our own. It says "A legendary Pokémon in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running."
• In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, it describes itself as having a speed that no one can match, but it is tied at the 68th fastest Pokémon with 20 others.

Origin

Arcanine is based on the Ryukyuan シーサー shisa, or koma-inu. They are mythical creatures that take inspiration from lions, tigers, and dogs. Statues of them in pairs are used as guardians and to invite good luck.

Name origin

Arcanine's name is a combination of arcane, meaning mysterious, and canine, meaning dog. Windie may refer to wind, because this Pokémon runs like a wind as if it was flying and at great speed.

In other languages

• German: Arkani
• French: Arcanin
• Korean: 윈디 Windi
• Chinese (Taiwan): 風速狗
• Chinese (Hong Kong): 奉神犬

Related articles

• Gary's Arcanine

Notes

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