The complete Pokemon RBY pokedex, part 1

Pokémon Name: Charmander
Type: Fire
Classification: Lizard Pokemon
Pokédex Number: 004
Ability: Blaze – Increases power of Fire-type moves by 1.5 if Pokemon has less than 1/3 HP remaining
Dream World ability: Solar Power – Boosts Special Attack by 1.5 during intense sunlight, but drains 1/8 HP each turn while in effect
Useful Attacks: Ember
Location Found:
D/P/P: Kanto starter - transfer from FireRed or LeafGreen
HG/SS: Receive from Prof. Oak after defeating Red (post-National 'dex)
B/W: Poke Transfer

Charmander may not have the nuances of later dual-type starters, but you can't beat its cutesy appeal. Plus, it eventually evolves into one of the simplest, yet downright coolest Pokemon designs of all time. It's also said that if the flame burning on the end of its tail should go out, li'l Charmander would die. Keep that ember burning bright, ya hear?

Evolution: To Charmeleon at 16

Brett Elston

A fomer Executive Editor at GamesRadar, Brett also contributed content to many other Future gaming publications including Nintendo Power, PC Gamer and Official Xbox Magazine. Brett has worked at Capcom in several senior roles, is an experienced podcaster, and now works as a Senior Manager of Content Communications at PlayStation SIE.