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Typhlosion, (バクフーン Bakuphoon in Japanese, Typhlosion in French, Tornupto in German, and Beulreibeom (블레이범) in Korean) is a fictional character; a stage 2 fire-type Pokémon that evolves from Quilava at level 36.

The name Typhlosion is a combination of typhoon and explosion. While details on its name are sketchy at best, the 'phlosion' part of Typhlosion's name refers to the secret explosive move it can trigger from its back.

The name Bakuphoon is a combination of baku and typhoon. Baku translates into 'bomb' in Japanese and also refers to Typhlosion's explosive ability. The 'typhoon' represented in both names refers to the haphazard arrangement of quills on Typhlosion's back.

Appearance

A large and impressive creature, Typhlosion carries the same coloration of its lower forms. Its yellow fur is brighter than it is on Quilava, yet still duller than Cyndaquil. Its fur is incredibly coarse and somewhat shaggy, but is still fire-proof.

Biology

Unlike Cyndaquil, Typhlosion bears no relation to the echidna, instead resembling something of a massive biped weasel or ferret. Its body is heavy, but despite that, it's capable of obtaining incredible speeds. The number of special vents it possesses has dropped to the row on its upper back; however, it can put forth a tremendous amount of heat.

Far more aggressive than either Cyndaquil or Quilava, Typhlosion are exceedingly hard to find out in the plains. They are a known cause of grassfires as the heat they expel is hot enough to cause the air around them to shimmer. It viciously assaults its opponents, reducing them to ashes from its incredibly hot fire.

Though not color-blind, Typhlosion have slightly poorer eyesight than Quilava due to smaller pupils. It makes up for this by possessing a keen sense of smell and remarkable hearing. Capable of moving on either two feet or four, it can also make incredible leaps to attack opponents from above.

In the Games

Typhlosion can only be obtained in the games by evolving a Quilava. Therefore, the availability of Quilava dictates the availability of Typhlosion.

Typhlosion has the highest total stats of the three fully evolved Gold/Silver/Crystal starter Pokémon (Meganium, Typhlosion, Feraligatr)

Typhlosion is often compared with Charizard due to the fact that both have identical base stats, so the only thing separating the two are types and movepool. The advantages/disadvantages of Charizard's type have long been controversial. Formerly assumed by most experts to be overall a disadvantage, Charizard's type has since regained popularity. To some extent this has to do with GSC's revision of Charizard's weaknesses. In RBY, Charizard's flying subtype made him 2x weak to ice. In GSC, it was later revised to do normal damage. Now, most agree that Charizard's type is usually at least alright, if not superior to Typhlosion's.

Charizard is immune to the bane of all fire pokemon, Typhlosion included-- earthquake. Even without STAB, Charizard and Typhlosion's defenses are low enough oftentimes to be OHKO-ed by such an attack, assuming it is coming from an opponent with a decent attack rating. On the other hand, Charizard's part flying renders him 4x weak to Rock attacks, which is an argument in favor of Typhlosion. Charizard's sub type also render him susceptible to electric attacks, something Typhlosion will never have to really fear. In the end however, it comes down mostly to movepool. It is here that Charizard truly gains the upperhand and sustains its popularity, being able to learn Bellydrum, which Typhlosion cannot. This attack makes all the difference, giving Charizard the option of completely destroying the enemy team, provided it is set up correctly. (Baton passing a substitute and other goodies is generally a good start.) Consequently, while Charizard has several combo options at its disposal, Typhlosion is relegated to the status of a mixed sweeper (a rusher than uses both physical and special attacks), excelling at neither. Still, Typhlosion is by no means a weak pokemon, and can still sweep teams if they underestimate it.

A common moveset for Typhlosion is: Sunny Day Flamethrower Thunderpunch Earthquake

However, also possible is HP: grass (to combat Swampert's ascendance as one of the best water pokemon, which is immune to electricity) and HP: ice (anti-dragon).

Anime appearance

Typhlosion is Jimmy's partner in The Legend of Thunder, the three-part first episode of Pokémon Chronicles. This special aired in early May, 2005, in the United Kingdom.

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