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QuilavaVolcano Pokémon
マグマラシMagmarashi
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Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type
Fire
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Abilities
Blaze
Cacophony
Cacophony
Flash Fire Hidden Ability
Cacophony Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Cacophony
Gender ratio
Unknown
87.5% male,12.5% female
Catch rate
45 (11.9%)
Breeding
Egg Group
Field
Hatch time
20 cycles
Height
2'11"
0.9 m
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41.9 lbs.
19.0 kg
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Base experience yield
142Gen. II-IV
UnknownIV
142V+
Leveling rate
Medium Slow
EV yield
Total: 2
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Pokédex color
Yellow
Base friendship
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External Links
On Smogon Pokédex:
Generation II
Generation III
Generation IV
Generation V
Generation VI
Generation VII
Generation VIII
Generation IX
Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives
Quilava (Japanese: マグマラシ Magmarashi) is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
It evolves from Cyndaquil starting at level 14 and evolves into Typhlosion starting at level 36.
In Hisui, it evolves from Cyndaquil starting at level 17 and evolves into Hisuian Typhlosion starting at level 36.
Contents
1Biology
1.1Evolution
2Game data
2.1Pokédex entries
2.2Game locations
2.2.1In side games
2.3Held items
2.4Stats
2.4.1Base stats
2.4.2Pokéathlon stats
2.5Type effectiveness
2.6Learnset
2.6.1By leveling up
2.6.2By TM
2.6.3By breeding
2.6.4By a prior Evolution
2.6.5TCG-only moves
2.7Side game data
2.8Evolution data
2.9Sprites
3In animation
3.1Major appearances
3.1.1Ash's Quilava
3.1.2Jimmy's Quilava
3.1.3Dawn's Quilava
3.1.4Other
3.2Minor appearances
3.3Pokédex entries
4In the manga
4.1Pokémon Adventures
4.2Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
4.3Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission
5In the TCG
6Trivia
6.1Origin
6.1.1Name origin
7In other languages
8See also
9References
10External links
Biology
Quilava without its flames lit
Quilava is a quadrupedal Pokémon with a long and slender body. The top half of its body is a dark blue-green, while its underside is cream-colored. It has triangular ears with dark red interiors, a rounded snout, and triangular red eyes. Each of its paws has three toes. It has five red spots on its body that can project flames: two arranged vertically on its forehead and three lined up horizontally on its rear.
Before a battle, Quilava turns its back so its flames face its opponent. It battles using these intense flames in combination with gusts of superheated air. Its own fur is non-flammable, which protects it from other fire attacks. Quilava tends to be rare in the wild, but can sometimes be found living on grasslands. When exposed to the mysterious energy of Mount Coronet in Hisui, Quilava's Evolution is altered, gaining it the Ghost type as it becomes Hisuian Typhlosion. As mentioned in Pokémon Sleep, Quilava's flames on its back blaze brightly while it sleeps.[1]
Evolution
Quilava evolves from Cyndaquil and evolves into Typhlosion
In Hisui, it evolves from Cyndaquil and evolves into Hisuian Typhlosion.
(For specifics on this Pokémon's Evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)
Unevolved
Cyndaquil Fire
→
First Evolution
Quilava Fire
↗
Second Evolution
Typhlosion Fire
↘
Second Evolution
TyphlosionHisuian Form Fire Ghost
Game data
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
Johto #005
Gold
Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back.
Silver
This Pokémon is fully covered by nonflammable fur. It can withstand any kind of fire attack.
Crystal
Before battle, it turns its back on its opponent to demonstrate how ferociously its fire blazes.
Stadium 2
Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back. (Pokémon Red, Silver, or Crystal inserted)This Pokémon is fully covered by nonflammable fur. It can withstand any kind of fire attack. (Pokémon Blue, Gold, or Yellow inserted)
Generation III
Hoenn #—
Kanto #—
Ruby
Quilava keeps its foes at bay with the intensity of its flames and gusts of superheated air. This Pokémon applies its outstanding nimbleness to dodge attacks even while scorching the foe with flames.
Sapphire
Emerald
It intimidates foes with intense gusts of flames and superheated air. Its quick nimbleness lets it dodge attacks even while scorching an enemy.
FireRed
This Pokémon is fully covered by nonflammable fur. It can withstand any kind of fire attack.
LeafGreen
Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back.
Generation IV
Sinnoh #—
Johto #005
Diamond
It intimidates foes with the heat of its flames. The fire burns more strongly when it readies to fight.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold
Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back.
SoulSilver
This Pokémon is fully covered by nonflammable fur. It can withstand any kind of fire attack.
Generation V
Unova #—
Black
It intimidates foes with the heat of its flames. The fire burns more strongly when it readies to fight.
White
Black 2
It intimidates foes with the heat of its flames. The fire burns more strongly when it readies to fight.
White 2
Generation VI
Central Kalos #—
Coastal Kalos #—
Mountain Kalos #—
Hoenn #—
X
Before battle, it turns its back on its opponent to demonstrate how ferociously its fire blazes.
Y
Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back.
Omega Ruby
Quilava keeps its foes at bay with the intensity of its flames and gusts of superheated air. This Pokémon applies its outstanding nimbleness to dodge attacks even while scorching the foe with flames.
Alpha Sapphire
Generation VII
Alola #—
Kanto #—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII
Galar #—
Isle of Armor #—
Crown Tundra #—
Sinnoh #—
Hisui #005
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Sword and Shield.
Brilliant Diamond
It intimidates foes with the heat of its flames. The fire burns stronger as it prepares to fight.
Shining Pearl
Legends: Arceus
This creature's fur is most mysterious—it is wholly impervious to the burning touch of flame. Should Quilava turn its back to you, take heed! Such a posture indicates a forthcoming attack.
Generation IX
Paldea #—
Kitakami #—
Blueberry #177
Lumiose #—
Hyperspace #—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Legends: Z-A.
Scarlet
Before battle, it turns its back on its opponent to demonstrate how ferociously its fire blazes.
Violet
The fur covering this Pokémon's body never burns, no matter what. It can shrug off any kind of fire attack.
Quilava in the Blueberry Pokédex
Game locations
In Pokémon Colosseum, only one Quilava can be obtained per game without trading, regardless of location.
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
Gold
Silver
Evolve Cyndaquil
Crystal
Evolve Cyndaquil
Generation III
Ruby
Sapphire
Trade
Emerald
Evolve Cyndaquil
FireRed
LeafGreen
Trade
Colosseum
Phenac City (Shadow)Realgam Tower (if not snagged in Phenac City)Snagem Hideout (if Verde was battled in Phenac City)Shadow PKMN Lab (if Bluno was battled in Phenac City)
Increases Snorlax's Strength by anywhere from 200 to 800.
Evolution requirements:
Cyndaquil Candy ×80, Lv. 27
On very rare occasions, you'll see the flames on its back blaze brightly while it sleeps. It seems that no matter how high the flames burn, the fur covering Quilava's body absolutely never catches fire.
Arm-Pillow Sleep
Flattened Sleep
Flame-Spouting Sleep
Atop-Belly Sleep
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Evolution data
Unevolved
Cyndaquil Fire
Level 14(17 in LA )→
First Evolution
Quilava Fire
Level 36outside of Hisui↗
Second Evolution
Typhlosion Fire
+ Level 36in Hisui↘
Second Evolution
TyphlosionHisuian Form Fire Ghost
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
Gold
Silver
Crystal
Front
Back
Front
Back
Front
Back
Generation III
Ruby
Sapphire
Emerald
FireRed
LeafGreen
Front
Back
Front
Back
Front
Back
Generation IV
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold
SoulSilver
Front
Back
Front
Back
Front
Back
Generation V
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
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Back
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Generation VI
X
Y
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
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Generation VII
Sun
Moon
Ultra Sun
Ultra Moon
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Generation VIII
Legends: Arceus
Cross-Generation
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For other sprites and images, please see Quilava images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
In animation
Quilava in Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl
Major appearances
Ash's Quilava
In An Old Family Blend!, Ash's Cyndaquil evolved into a Quilava after it fought one of Team Rocket's mechas. He later used it during his battle with Nando at the Lily of the Valley Conference, where it went up against Nando's Armaldo; the battle resulted in a tie.
Jimmy's Quilava
Jimmy's Cyndaquil evolved into Quilava and further into Typhlosion sometime before the events of The Legend of Thunder!.
Dawn's Quilava
In DPS01, Dawn's Cyndaquil evolved into a Quilava in order to fight off a swarm of Ariados. It later reunited with Ash in Piplup, Pansage, and a Meeting of the Times!.
Other
Quilava debuted in You're A Star, Larvitar!, where Ash witnessed a Trainer training with one for the Silver Conference. He also briefly considered getting his Cyndaquil to evolve as a way of training it for the Silver Conference, following Cyndaquil's defeat against Satchel's Magby.
In Love, Pokémon Style!, Macy used a Quilava against Ash during the Silver Conference, but it was defeated by Squirtle's Hydro Pump. Later, in Tie One On!, it battled Jackson's Poliwhirl and won.
In Shocks and Bonds, Clark used a Quilava and Charizard against Ash's Grovyle and Glalie during their Double Battle at the Ever Grande Conference. Despite the type disadvantage, Ash's Grovyle defeated Clark's Quilava.
In The Champ Twins!, Ryan used a Quilava in a battle against Ash and Dawn alongside his twin brother Byan and his Croconaw. The twins were initially able to defeat Ash's Turtwig and Dawn's Piplup due to the latter two having a lack of teamwork, but they were defeated in the rematch.
Alternate World Dawn's Quilava appeared in a flashback in The Gates of Warp!, devolving into Cyndaquil due to Dialga's influence.
Minor appearances
In Deceit and Assist, a Coordinator's Quilava competed in the Hoenn Grand Festival.
A Quilava appeared in Weekend Warrior.
In Not on MY Watch Ya Don't!, a Quilava was hypnotized and kidnapped by Team Rocket.
In A Crowning Moment of Truth!, two Trainers' Quilava attended the Wela Fire Festival.
In The Power of Us, a Trainer's Quilava went to the Pokémon Catch Race.
A Student's Quilava appeared in Eyes to the Skies Once Again, Part 1.
Pokédex entries
Episode
Pokémon
Source
Entry
EP262
Quilava
Ash's Pokédex
Quilava, the Volcano Pokémon. Quilava is the evolved form of Cyndaquil and capable of incredible attacks using the flame on its back.
Episode
Pokémon
Source
Entry
DP029
Quilava
Ash's Pokédex
Quilava, the Volcano Pokémon, and the evolved form of Cyndaquil. Its body is covered with fire-proof fur and can withstand any Fire-type attack.
DP182
Quilava
Ash's Pokédex
Quilava, the Volcano Pokémon, and the evolved form of Cyndaquil. Quilava intimidates foes with its flame's heat, and when ready to battle, the fire burns with more strength.
DPS01
Quilava
Dawn's Pokédex
Quilava, the Volcano Pokémon. It threatens opponents with the heat of its flames. When it assumes its battle pose, the force of its flames intensifies.
In the manga
Quilava in Pokémon Adventures
Pokémon Adventures
Main article: Exbo
In Quilava Quandary, Gold's Cyndaquil evolved into Quilava during a training session at the Day Care Center outside of Goldenrod City. He became more powerful than he was in his pre-evolved form, and defeated many of the Johto Team Rocket Grunts' Pokémon for Gold.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys
In Let's Use Fighting Type Pokémon!!, Black borrowed a Quilava for a tournament.
Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission
In Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode Two, Lunick captured a Quilava with his Capture Styler. It reappeared in Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode Three and was released in Pokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode Five.
In the TCG
Main article: Quilava (TCG)
Trivia
Quilava shares its category with its evolved form and Entei. They are all known as the Volcano Pokémon.
Coincidentally, they all are capable of learning Eruption.
Quilava, Charmeleon, and their respective evolutionary lines have exactly the same base stats in the same distribution.
Jeff Kalles, who assisted in the naming of many Generation II Pokémon, suggested the English name for Quilava. According to Kalles, he suggested the name because Nintendo and The Pokémon Company wanted a Pokémon for every letter of the alphabet.[2][3]
Origin
Quilava's body is similar to that of animals in the Cuniculidae family, particularly due to the fur on its upper body being significantly darker than that on its underbelly. However, the pattern distribution and shape of Quilava's flames closely resembles the quills and crest of the crested porcupine, especially in its earlier sprites, as well as those of a lowland streaked tenrec. It may also be based on volcanoes due to its triangular profile when standing up and the ability to learn Smokescreen and Eruption.
Name origin
Quilava may be a combination of quill (a needle-like hair) and lava (extrusive molten rock).
Magmarashi may be a combination of magma, 穴熊 anaguma (badger) and 山荒 yama-arashi (porcupine).
In other languages
Language
Title
Meaning
Japanese
マグマラシ Magmarashi
From magma and 山荒 yama-arashi
French
Feurisson
From feu and hérisson
Spanish
Quilava
Same as English name
German
Igelavar
From Igel and Lava
Italian
Quilava
Same as English name
Korean
마그케인 Mageukein
From magma and hurricane
Mandarin Chinese
火岩鼠 Huŏyánshŭ
From 火 huŏ, 熔岩 róngyán, and 鼠 shŭ
Cantonese Chinese
火岩鼠 Fóngàahmsyú
From 火 fó, 熔岩 yùhngngàahm, and 鼠 syú
More languages
Hindi
सुइलावा Suilava
From सुई sui and lava
Russian
Квилава Kvilava
Transcription of English name
Thai
แม็กมาราชิ Maekmarachi
Transcription of Japanese name
See also
Ash's Quilava
Dawn's Quilava
Exbo
Jimmy's Quilava
First partner Pokémon
References
↑Sleep Style Dex
↑Tweet by Jeff Kalles (@Sellak). Posted on August 27, 2021.
↑Tweet by Jeff Kalles (@Sellak). Posted on March 9, 2022.
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