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Vulpix (Japanese: ロコン Rokon) is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

It evolves into Ninetales when exposed to a Fire Stone.

In Alola, Vulpix has an Ice-type regional form. It evolves into Alolan Ninetales when exposed to an Ice Stone. These Vulpix can also be found in Blueberry Academy's Terarium.

Biology

Vulpix is a small, quadrupedal, canine Pokémon. It has a red-brown pelt with a cream-colored underbelly. It has brown eyes, large, pointed ears with dark brown insides, and a triangular dark brown nose. Its paws are slightly darker than the rest of its pelt and have light brown paw pads. On top of its head are three curled locks of orange fur with bangs, and it has orange tails with curled tips. It is most commonly seen with six tails. However, Vulpix is born with only a single, white tail that splits as Vulpix grows. The tails grow hot as it approaches evolution.

Vulpix is capable of manipulating fire to such precision as to create floating wisps of flame. These wisps are sometimes mistaken for ghosts by humans, but Vulpix uses them to assist in catching prey. Inside its body is a flame that never goes out. When the temperature outside increases, it will expel flames from its mouth to prevent its body from overheating. Vulpix performs this even when sleeping, as mentioned in the Sleep Style Dex.[1] Vulpix is known to feign injury to escape from opponents too powerful for it to defeat. Vulpix can be found most commonly in grassy plains.

Forms

In Alola, Keokeo are as white as snow

Vulpix has a regional form: Alolan Vulpix.

In the Alola region, Vulpix has adapted to snowy mountain peaks and developed a snowy white pelt. It has pale blue paws, blue eyes, and dark blue insides its ears. Its snout is more pronounced and pointed than that of non-Alolan Vulpix. The locks of hair on its head and its six tails are curlier and have a wispy appearance.

Alolan Vulpix is believed to have arrived in the region at the same time as humans but moved to the snow-capped mountain to avoid other Pokémon. It can be found in small packs, called skulks, that are led and protected by Ninetales. Alolan Vulpix can expel breath as cold as −58 °F (−50 °C), which is capable of freezing anything. While it is not suited to warmer environments, its tail can produce ice to lower the surrounding temperature if needed. An old, local name for this Pokémon is "Keokeo", referring to its white pelt. Weavile is a natural predator of Alolan Vulpix. They can also be found in the Polar Biome of Blueberry Academy's Terarium, where Alola's island life is simulated.

Evolution

Vulpix evolves into Ninetales.

Alolan Vulpix evolves into Alolan Ninetales.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)

Alolan Vulpix


Game data

Pokédex entries

Generation IKanto
#037
Red(JPN)(This entry was originally untranslated in English until it was reused in Pokémon FireRed.)
Green
Red(ENG)At the time of birth, it has just one tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
Blue
YellowBoth its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
StadiumA single, white-colored tail splits into six beautiful tails. As it grows older, it grows even more tails.
Generation IIJohto
#125
GoldAs it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
SilverIf it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
CrystalAs its body grows larger, its six warm tails become more beautiful, with a more luxurious coat of fur.
Stadium 2As it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
Generation IIIHoenn
#153		Kanto
#037
RubyAt the time of its birth, Vulpix has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this Pokémon receives plenty of love from its Trainer. The six tails become magnificently curled.
SapphireInside Vulpix's body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
EmeraldIt can freely control fire, making fiery orbs fly like will-o'-the-wisps. Just before evolution, its six tails grow hot as if on fire.
FireRedWhile young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
LeafGreenWhen it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
Generation IVSinnoh
#—		Johto
#127
DiamondIt controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGoldAs it develops, its single white tail gains color and splits into six. It is quite warm and cuddly.
SoulSilverIf it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
Generation VUnova
 B2  W2 : #248
BlackIt controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
White
Black 2As each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
White 2
Generation VIKalos
#—		Hoenn
#160
XWhen it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older.
YWhile young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
Omega RubyAt the time of its birth, Vulpix has one white tail. The tail separates into six if this Pokémon receives plenty of love from its trainer. The six tails become magnificently curled.
Alpha SapphireInside Vulpix's body burns a flame that never goes out. During the daytime, when the temperatures rise, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to prevent its body from growing too hot.
Generation VIIAlola
 S  M : #253		Alola
 US  UM : #330		Kanto
#037
SunIts beautiful fur and tails have made it very popular. As it grows, its tails split to form more tails.
MoonFrom its mouth spew flames that seem to resemble the spirits of the deceased. Some people mistakenly think this fire is a ghost.
Ultra SunIts beautiful tails have made it very popular. However, if it's not brushed diligently, it will be a mass of tangles before you know it.
Ultra MoonIt manipulates balls of fire to catch its prey. If you raise one from when it's young, it will grow close to you like a puppy Pokémon.
Let's Go PikachuBoth its fur and its tails are beautiful. As it grows, the tails split and form more tails.
Let's Go Eevee
Alolan Vulpix
SunIt exhales air colder than -58 degrees Fahrenheit. Elderly people in Alola call this Pokémon by an older name—Keokeo.
MoonIn hot weather, this Pokémon makes ice shards with its six tails and sprays them around to cool itself off.
Ultra SunIf you carelessly approach it because it's cute, the boss of the pack, Ninetales, will appear and freeze you.
Ultra MoonThey live together in a skulk, helping one another. Before eating their prey, they freeze it solid with their –58 degree Fahrenheit breath.
Let's Go PikachuIt looks like snow come to life, and the breath it exhales is −58 degrees Fahrenheit. Another name for it is Keokeo.
Let's Go Eevee
Generation VIIIGalar
#068		Sinnoh
#—		Hisui
#168
SwordWhile young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
ShieldAs each tail grows, its fur becomes more lustrous. When held, it feels slightly warm.
Brilliant DiamondIt controls balls of fire. As it grows, its six tails split from their tips to make more tails.
Shining Pearl
Legends: ArceusIn its belly burns a fire, which Vulpix spits out in the form of fireballs. When young, this Pokémon has but one white tail. As the Pokémon matures, this single tail splits into six.
Alolan Vulpix
SwordAfter long years in the ever-snowcapped mountains of Alola, this Vulpix has gained power over ice.
ShieldIf you observe its curly hairs through a microscope, you'll see small ice particles springing up.
Legends: ArceusThese Pokémon live in packs in the snowy mountains and defend themselves with icy breath. I suspect this species changed its form to adapt to the frigid climate.
Generation IXPaldea
#—		Kitakami
#37		Blueberry
#157
ScarletIf it is attacked by an enemy that is stronger than itself, it feigns injury to fool the enemy and escapes.
VioletAs its body grows larger, its six warm tails become more beautiful, with a more luxurious coat of fur.
Alolan Vulpix
ScarletThey live together in a skulk, helping one another. Before eating their prey, they freeze it solid with their −58 degree Fahrenheit breath.
VioletIn hot weather, this Pokémon makes ice shards with its six tails and sprays them around to cool itself off.

Game locations

Generation I
Generation II
Generation III
Generation IV
Generation V
Generation VI
Generation VII
Generation VIII
Sword
Motostoke Stadium* (Kantonian Form)
Route 3, Rolling Fields, Dappled Grove, Watchtower Ruins, East Lake Axewell, West Lake Axewell, Axew's Eye, South Lake Miloch, Giant's Seat, North Lake Miloch (Kantonian Form)
Stony Wilderness, Giant's Cap, Dusty Bowl, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage (Max Raid Battle) (Kantonian Form)
Trade (Alolan Form)
Shield
Expansion Pass
Brilliant Diamond
Trade (Kantonian Form)
Unobtainable (Alolan Form)
Shining Pearl
Legends: Arceus
Generation IX
ScarletViolet
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero (Scarlet)
Reveler's Road, Kitakami Hall, Mossfell Confluence, Fellhorn Gorge, Oni Mountain, Oni's Maw, Infernal Pass, Crystal Pool, Chilling Waterhead, Wistful Fields, Paradise Barrens, Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods (Kantonian Form)
Chargestone Cavern, Polar Biome (Alolan Form)
Tera Raid Battles (2★) (Kantonian Form)
Tera Raid Battles (3★) (Alolan Form)
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero (Violet)
Reveler's Road, Kitakami Hall, Mossfell Confluence, Fellhorn Gorge, Oni Mountain, Oni's Maw, Infernal Pass, Crystal Pool, Chilling Waterhead, Wistful Fields, Paradise Barrens, Kitakami Wilds, Timeless Woods (Kantonian Form)
Union Circle (Alolan Form)
Tera Raid Battles (2★) (Kantonian Form)
Tera Raid Battle Search (3★) (Alolan Form)

In side games

Generation I
Generation II
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation II side games.
Generation III
Generation IV
Generation V
Generation VI
Generation VII
Generation VIII
Cross-Generation
Shuffle
Masters EX
Café ReMix
Vulpix Team Event (Kantonian Form)
My Friend Vulpix Challenge 2 (Cozy Cape; Kantonian Form)
Alolan Vulpix Points Event (Alolan Form)
Lost Alolan Vulpix Event level 12 (Cozy Cape; Alolan Form)

In events

Vulpix
Alolan Vulpix
Wild Area News

Held items

Vulpix

Pokémon caught in Generation I must be traded to a Generation II game in order for a held item to appear.

Alolan Vulpix

Stats

Base stats

Vulpix
Alolan Vulpix

Alolan Vulpix has the same base stats as Kantonian Vulpix.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
4/5★★★★☆

Type effectiveness

Vulpix

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Immune to:
Resistant to:

Alolan Vulpix

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Immune to:
Resistant to:

Learnset

By leveling up

Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
Alolan Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM

Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution or an alternate form of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
Alolan Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution or an alternate form of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Vulpix
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
Alolan Vulpix
Generation IX
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Vulpix
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Vulpix

Special moves

Vulpix
Generation IX
  • A superscript level indicates that Vulpix can learn this move normally in Generation IX
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Vulpix
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Vulpix
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

TCG-only moves

Side game data

Vulpix

Pokémon Rumble Rush
Rush037Body.pngWalking Speed: 1.64 secondsBase HP: 44
Base Attack: 67Base Defense: 49Base Speed: 60

Alolan Vulpix

Pokémon Rumble Rush
Rush037ABody.pngWalking Speed: 1.64 secondsBase HP: 44
Base Attack: 67Base Defense: 49Base Speed: 60
New Pokémon Snap
NPS037A.png
Photodex entry #166
When it feels wary, Alolan Vulpix exhales freezing-cold air from its mouth to intimidate foes. It was nice to see it playing innocently with its Pokémon friends.

Evolution data

Vulpix

Alolan Vulpix

Sprites

Generation I
Generation II
Generation III
Generation IV
Generation V
Generation VI
Generation VII
Generation VIII
Cross-Generation

In the anime

Main series

A Vulpix Egg in Pokémon the Series An Alolan Vulpix Egg in Pokémon the Series

Major appearances

Brock's Vulpix

Brock had a Vulpix that he obtained from Suzie in Kanto in Pokémon Fashion Flash, which also marked the species' debut. In Beauty and the Breeder, he returned it to her.

Snowy

In Racing to a Big Event!, an Alolan Vulpix hatched from an Egg that Lillie primarily took care of. She gave the Egg the nickname "Snowy", and kept that name for the Vulpix that hatched from it. Despite her fear of Pokémon, Lillie caught Snowy in Getting to Know You!. It was commonly seen outside of its Poké Ball.

Other

In Mewtwo Strikes Back, a Vulpix was cloned from Brock's Vulpix. It then participated in the battle between the original Pokémon and the cloned Pokémon. Vulpix reappeared in Mewtwo Returns.

In Love, Pokémon Style, Macy has a Vulpix as her main Pokémon, though Macy doesn't use it in battle. Vulpix found itself captured by Team Rocket, but it was soon rescued by Ash.

In May's Egg-Cellent Adventure!, a Vulpix hatched from an Egg.

In Getting to Know You!, Samson Oak's Vulpix hatched from the Egg that was given to Delia by Professor Oak so it could be delivered to Samson in Alola to New Adventure!. Vulpix reappeared in The Professors' New Adventure! and A Mission of Ultra Urgency!.

An Alolan Vulpix appeared in a flashback in Getting a Jump on the Competition!, under the ownership of Cerah. By the events of that episode, it had evolved into an Alolan Ninetales.

Minor appearances

A Vulpix appeared as an image in the dubbed version of The Ultimate Test.

In Pikachu Re-Volts, a Vulpix was controlled by Cassidy and Butch at Mandarin Island North.

Two Vulpix appeared in a flashback in Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?, one each under the ownership of Ralph and Emily.

In The Power of One, a Vulpix sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III.

Two wild Vulpix appeared in Pikachu's Rescue Adventure. One of them helped the Trainers' Pokémon and Elekid save the Exeggcute nests and Togepi during a storm.

A Vulpix appeared in Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias, under the ownership of an elderly woman.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in You're a Star, Larvitar!.

A Vulpix appeared in the opening sequence of Jirachi: Wish Maker.

A Coordinator's Vulpix appeared in Disguise Da Limit.

Multiple Vulpix appeared in the opening sequence of Destiny Deoxys.

A Vulpix appeared in PK13.

A Vulpix appeared in the opening sequence of Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.

A Coordinator's Vulpix appeared in The Saffron Con.

A Coordinator's Vulpix appeared in What I Did for Love!.

In Not on MY Watch Ya Don't!, a Vulpix was hypnotized and kidnapped by Team Rocket.

In Staging a Heroes' Welcome!, a Coordinator's Vulpix competed in the Wallace Cup.

In Old Rivals, New Tricks!, a Coordinator's Vulpix participated in the Sandalstraw Town Pokémon Contest.

A Vulpix appeared in Mewtwo's flashback in Genesect and the Legend Awakened.

In a fantasy in Mystery on a Deserted Island!, Alexa told Ash and his friends that a Vulpix belonged to a Pirate. It was revealed that after the pirate disappeared, Vulpix stayed on the island where the treasure was hidden with the other Pokémon. It was revealed to have evolved into Ninetales afterwards.

A Vulpix appeared in Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!.

A Vulpix appeared in BWS02.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in Crystal-Clear Sleuthing!.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in I Choose You!.

A Trainer's Alolan Vulpix appeared in Mimikyu Unmasked!.

Six Trainers' Vulpix appeared in The Power of Us.

In Securing the Future!, a Trainer's Vulpix joined the rest of Alola in showering Necrozma with light so it could return to its normal form.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in a video hologram in Legend? Go! Friends? Go!.

In Caring for a Mystery!, a Trainer's Vulpix was in the Vermilion City Pokémon Center.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in Betrayed, Bothered, and Beleaguered!.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in Trade, Borrow, and Steal!.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in Making Battles in the Sand!.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in Secrets of the Jungle.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in A Rollicking Roll….

Multiple Vulpix appeared in Sleuths for Truth!, with one under the ownership of a Trainer.

A Vulpix appeared in This Could be the Start of Something Big!.

A Trainer's Vulpix appeared in For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!, where it got treated by Nurse Joy.

Pokédex entries

EpisodeSubjectSourceEntry
EP028VulpixAsh's PokédexVulpix, a Fox Pokémon. Its six tails are extremely beautiful. As it evolves, it grows even more tails. Vulpix uses powerful flame attacks.
EP028Fire SpinAsh's PokédexVulpix's greatest attack: Fire Spin. Using powerful flames to block its opponent from moving, it then inflicts great damage.
EpisodePokémonSourceEntry
AG150VulpixMay's PokédexVulpix, the Fox Pokémon. Before evolving, Vulpix's six-part tail can become as hot as a fiery blaze.
EpisodePokémonSourceEntry
SM014VulpixRotom PokédexVulpix, Alola Form. The Fox Pokémon. An Ice type. Vulpix is covered in white fur and was discovered on Mount Lanakila. Its breath can reach a temperature of 60 below zero, freezing anything it touches. And that Vulpix? It's a Fire type. When carefully groomed, its six tails can be extremely beautiful.

Pokémon Origins

In File 2: Cubone, a Vulpix was at the Pokémon House in Lavender Town.

Pokémon Generations

A Vulpix appeared in Ecruteak City in The Reawakening, during a flashback about the creation of the legendary beasts.

In the manga

Magical Pokémon Journey

Kiaraway, a Fire-type specialist, owns a female Vulpix. She is one of his most used Pokémon, first appearing with Cyndaquil in Vulpix and Cyndaquil. She is good friends with Coconut.

Pokémon Adventures

Yellow arc

Bill owns a Vulpix, which debuted in Hitmonlee, Baby! (One More Time). He uses it as a guard for his house.

Gold, Silver & Crystal arc

Bill's Vulpix reappeared at the Pokémon Association while Bill was talking about the Gym Leaders in Sunkern Treasure. In Slugging It Out With Slugma, it reappeared a second time while Bill was talking to Professor Oak, but it and Bill's Exeggcute kept being a nuisance during the conversation.

Ruby & Sapphire arc

Flannery owns a Vulpix that debuted in Bravo, Vibrava. She used it to battle Shelly's Ludicolo. Although it ended up getting defeated, it managed to disable Ludicolo's main attack, Nature Power, by using Grudge just before fainting.

The first Courtney's Ninetales was a Vulpix at one point, and was used in Contests, as shown in a flashback in It All Ends Now III.

Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon arc

Multiple Alolan Vulpix debuted in the Shock!! Father in the Pendant!, where they were seen on Mount Lanakila.

Pokémon Chapter Books

Windy's Vulpix appeared in Race to Danger.

Pokémon Battle Frontier

Main article: Enta's Vulpix

Enta has a Vulpix that is his first Pokémon.

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

A Vulpix appeared in Which One is the Real Clefairy!?.

Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All

A Vulpix appeared in GDZ29, where it evolved into a Ninetales.

Pokémon Zensho

A Vulpix appeared in PZ05.

In the TCG

Main article: Vulpix (TCG)

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Both Kantonian Vulpix and Alolan Vulpix appear as Pokémon summoned from the Poké Ball. They attack using Ember and Frost Breath, respectively, with the former move burning opposing fighters with pillars of fire, and the latter move freezing them. Both forms of Vulpix also appear as Spirits.

Trivia

Origin

Vulpix may be based on a red fox and the 狐 kitsune of Japanese legend, which are said to have many tails, extremely long lifespans, and supernatural powers such as the ability to breathe fire. After reaching an advanced age, kitsune take on spirit forms, which may explain why Vulpix can learn various Ghost-type and Psychic-type moves.

Alolan Vulpix may be based on an Arctic fox, which grows a white coat of fur in the winter to camouflage in the snow.

Name origin

Vulpix may be a combination of vulpes (Latin for fox) and six. It may also involve Vulcan, the Roman god of fire.

Its Alolan name, Keokeo, may be derived from keʻokeʻo (Hawaiian for white).

Rokon may be a combination of 六 roku (six), こん kon (onomatopoetic sound of a fox's cry), and 焜炉 konro (gas stove). It may also involve 恨 kon (grudge; from the curse its evolution may cast on its foes).

In other languages

Keokeo

See also

References

  • ↑ Sleep Style Dex entry: "Inside Vulpix's body burns a flame that never goes out. Sometimes while it's sleeping, this Pokémon releases flames from its mouth to adjust its internal body temperature and prevent it from growing too hot."

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