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Vulpix (Pokémon)
Revision as of 05:46, 30 January 2008 by TTEchidna(talk | contribs)(→Trivia: Not really so notable. That's as notable as it being the first Pokémon in NDex order to use the Fire Stone to evolve.)
Vulpix is a small, fox-like Pokémon that has a red-brown pelt and six gorgeous tails. At birth, Vulpix has only one white tail, which apparently splits as it grows older.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Vulpix can spit flames. At first, it can only manage embers, but it can eventually spit large trails of fire.
At 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.
Inside 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.
Vulpix was originally going to be called "Foxfire".
Origin
Vulpix, like Ninetales, are based on foxes. However, in Japan there are certain legends concerning foxes, or kitsune, as they are known there. One such legend which relates to Vulpix the most is how many-tailed foxes can breathe fire, create illusions, and have extremely long lifespans. After living a long time, these creatures take on spirit forms, which may be the reason why these two related Pokémon can learn Ghost-type moves.
Name origin
Vulpix's name is a combination of vulpes, Latin for fox, and six, referring to its six tails. The rok in Rokon may be derived from 六 roku, six; the kon may be derived from 恨, grudge which refers to the curse that Vulpix and Ninetales may cast on their foes. This is also reflected in Vulpix, which learns Grudge. Kon may also refer to the Japanese onomatopoeia kon kon which is the sound that foxes make. Furthermore, a コンロ konko is a gas burner stove.
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