Vulpix

() is a -type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It has an -type Alolan Form introduced in Generation VII.
==Biology==
===Physiology===
==== Kantonian ====
Vulpix are fox-like Pokémon with reddish-brown fur. Vulpix's most distinctive feature is its six orange tails that are curled at the tips. According to the Pokédex, when it is born, Vulpix possesses one snow white tail that eventually splits into many tails as it grows older. On the top of its head, Vulpix has a tuft of bright orange fur that curls into three rolls at the top and falls over its forehead at the bottom. Its underbelly is cream-colored and slightly plump. Additionally, a shiny Vulpix has a golden color scheme as opposed to its original red-brown. Also, Vulpix do not have any differences in appearance between genders.
==== Alolan ====
Alolan Vulpix, having moved to the snowy mountains to avoid other Pokémon habitats, has adapted to the cold climate. It is a fox-like Pokémon with snow white fur and ice blue paws. Alolan Vulpix's most distinctive feature is its snow white body and its six ice blue tails which are connected by a tuft of snow white fur. On the top of its head, Alolan Vulpix has a tuft of snow white fur which curls back and falls over its forehead at the bottom. A shiny Alolan Vulpix's color scheme is more inclined to purple instead of blue.
===Behavior===
====Kantonian====
Vulpix are very intelligent. When they face a stronger enemy, they'll distract the enemy by feigning injury and then escape. 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. When the temperature outside increases, it will expel flames from its mouth to prevent its body from overheating.
====Alolan====
Alolan Vulpix, which live on cold mountains, usually form a group varying from 2-5 members, helping and living with one another. They can be found in small packs, called skulks, that are led and protected by Ninetales. 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. Alolan Vulpix can expel breath as cold as -58°F (-50°C), which is capable of freezing anything as a means to protect themselves from enemies. While they are not suited to warmer environments, their tails can produce ice to lower the surrounding temperature if needed. An old, local name for this Pokémon is "Keokeo", referring to their white pelt. Weavile is a natural predator of Alolan Vulpix.
===Natural abilities===
Vulpix have a flame inside their body that never goes out.
Alolan Vulpix, however, can freeze anything with its breath of −58 °F and do not fare well in the heat.
==Evolution==
Vulpix evolves into Ninetales by use of a Fire Stone, while Alolan Vulpix evolves with an Ice Stone.
==Game info==
===Game locations===
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===Pokédex entries===
===Stats===
====Kantonian Form====
====Alolan Form====
===Learnset===
====Leveling====
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===Sprites===
==Appearances==
===Anime===
Suzy Vulpix.png|Brock's Vulpix.
Samson Oak Vulpix Egg.png|Kantonian Vulpix egg in the anime.
Lillie Vulpix Egg.png|Lillie's Alolan Vulpix Egg.
Lillie Vulpix.png|Lillie's Alolan Vulpix, Snowy.
====Main====
*Suzie's Vulpix
*Snowy
====Supporting====
*Samson Oak's Vulpix
==Trivia==
* Vulpix's original name was "Foxfire".
* Despite being able to learn Energy Ball via breeding, Vulpix cannot learn it via a TM. This has been fixed as of Generation V.
* Vulpix, along with its evolution, Ninetales, is the only non--type Pokémon to learn Grudge and Will-O-Wisp by leveling up.
* Vulpix is often considered to be Growlithe's counterpart as they are both -type Pokémon, version-exclusive Pokémon, both evolve with Fire Stones and their evolutions have mystic powers. Their gender ratios are also reversed.
* Alolan Vulpix became one of the new mascots of the Sapporo Pokémon Center.
* According to the Pokédex, one of the main predators of Alolan Vulpix is Weavile.
* In the Beta release of Gold & Silver, Vulpix was supposed to have a pre-evolution known as Trifox, but it was scrapped in the final game.
* In Super Smash Bros., Vulpix and Alolan Vulpix is one of the Pokémon that can be freed from Poké Balls. During this time, it uses the moves Fire Spin and Icy Wind.
* Vulpix is one of the collectible spirits in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
** Vulpix could be seen as a counterpart to Sandshrew. Both were introduced in Generation I and got Alolan Forms which are both types and a Version Exclusive to the Generation VII games (Vulpix being exclusive to Pokémon Sun, Ultra Sun and Let's Go, Eevee! and Sandshrew being exclusive to Pokémon Moon, Ultra Moon and Let's Go, Pikachu!) that evolve with an Ice Stone.
===Origins===
Vulpix are based upon foxes. Though in Japan there are legends concerning foxes (or kitsune as they are called there). One such legend which is most relevant to Vulpix is how multi-tailed kitsune can breathe fire, create illusions and have extremely long lives. After having concluded their life cycle, these creatures take on a spirit form, which may have been the reason why Vulpix and Ninetales can learn -type moves.
Vulpix is also based on the Fennec Fox in the genus Vulpes. The only characteristics taken from the genus Vulpes would be that it's a Fire-type, it resembles a fox and its fur is fashionable.
Moreover, the Fennec fox's fur is prized by the indigenous peoples of North Africa, and in some parts of the world, the animal is considered an exotic pet, which explains why Flareon and Vulpix have rich, royal, and fashionable looking fur coats. It also explains why Flareon and Vulpix are treated like pets.
The Alolan form of Vulpix is based on Arctic foxes, as both live in cold environments and have white fur. The tuft of fur on Alolan Vulpix's head and its tail greatly resembles snow clouds.
===Etymology===
Vulpix's name is a combination of , Latin for fox, and six, referring to its six tails. The "ix" in its name may also allude to Vulpix's evolution into Ninetales, as IX is the roman numeral for the number nine, the amount of tails Ninetales has.
The rok in Rokon may be derived from roku, six; the kon may be derived from '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 konko is a gas burner stove.
==Gallery==
===Kantonian Form===
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0037Vulpix Pokémon HOME.png|Vulpix in Pokémon HOME
0037Vulpix GO.png|Vulpix in Pokémon GO
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Vulpix PLA icon shiny.png
===Alolan Form===
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0037AVulpix Pokémon HOME.png|Alolan Vulpix in Pokémon HOME
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Alolan Vulpix-GO.png|Alolan Vulpix in Pokémon GO
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Pokémon Calendar 2020.jpg|In an event Calendar
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