#0157

Let's learn Pokémon with Professor Oak!

"Today, we will be taking a look at Pokémon #0157 in the Pokédex, Typhlosion."

"Typhlosion is a fire type Pokémon, and the final evolution of one of the Johto region's starters, Cyndaquil. Thyplosion is bipedal, but can use its front paws to run faster if so desired. It can ignite a collar of fire on its neck from the red spots, which burns brighter the more worked up the Pokémon gets."

"Even its fur is spring loaded, as it can rub it together to create explosions. This is where the expression 'never startle a sleeping Thyplosion' comes from, because when startled, the whole environment is in danger."

"Though rare in the wild, it can be spotted in volcanic locations. It is said that in ancient times in Johto, royals would wear cloaks styled after the teal to black fur coat and flaming collar of Thyplosion, as it was considered a symbol of status."

"From ancient Johto, we go to ancient Sinnoh, where a regional variation of Typhlosion were said to reside. This forme is a ghost and fire type, and though similar to the Johtonian Typhlosion, the biggest difference is their temper. It is more gentle and pacifistic, but will still burn anything around it when enraged. Said to be in sync with the old Mt. Coronet, this Typhlosion was thought to have been capable of purifying souls that seek passage into the afterlife."

"A Pokédex trainer from Johto has written the following about Typhlosion:"

"Typhlosion's favorite pasttime is burning things to a cinder. Not only out of rage, but out of curiousity as well. It even prefers food that has been smoldered to embers."

"And there you have it! I hope you've learned a lot about both forms, and if you ever think of raising one, good luck with its explosive personality!"

- Professor Oak