Editing Charizard

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|name         = Charizard

|image       = [[Image:CharizardArtwork.png|Charizard|300px]]

|caption     = [[File:PokemonSymbol.svg|50px]]

Official artwork of Charizard from [[bulbapedia:Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|''Pokémon FireRed'' and ''LeafGreen Versions'']].

|universe     = ''{{uv|Pokémon}}''

|firstgame   = [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Red and Green Versions|''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions'']] (1996) {{Flag|Japan}}

|games       = ''[[SSB]]''<br>''[[Melee]]''<br>''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]''

|lastappearance = ''{{s|bulbapedia|Pokémon Quest}}'' (2018)

|console     = Game Boy

|species     = Charizard

|gender       = Varies

|homeworld   = {{s|bulbapedia|Kanto}}

|artist       = Atsuko Nishida

|voiceactor   = Shin'ichirō Miki  

|interwiki   = bulbapedia

|interwikiname= Bulbapedia

|interwikipage= Charizard (Pokémon)

'''Charizard''' ({{ja|リザードン|Rizādon}}, ''Lizardon'') is a fictional creature from the ''{{uv|Pokémon}}'' series. It debuted in the series' [[bulbapedia:Generation I|first generation]] as [[bulbapedia:Kanto|Kanto]]'s final stage [[bulbapedia:Fire (type)|fire type]] [[bulbapedia:Starter Pokémon|starter Pokémon]], and represents that generation as a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' (via {{SSBB|Pokémon Trainer}}), ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' (again as part of {{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}}).

[[File:CharizardArtworkRG.png|thumb|left|Charizard's original artwork from ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions''.]]

Charizard highly resembles a European dragon, and is the final evolutionary form of [[Charmander]]. As Charmander, it is one of the {{s|bulbapedia|Kanto}} region's three {{s|bulbapedia|starter Pokémon}}. However, unlike in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Red and Green Versions|''Pokémon Red'', ''Green'']], and [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|''Blue Versions'']], Charmander is obtainable alongside its fellow Kanto starters {{s|bulbapedia|Bulbasaur}} and [[Squirtle]] under special conditions in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Yellow Version|''Pokémon Yellow Version'']] and part-way through [[bulbapedia:Pokémon X and Y Versions|''Pokémon X and Y'']]. In [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Sun and Moon|''Pokémon Sun'', ''Moon'']], [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|''Ultra Sun'' and ''Ultra Moon'']], Charizard appears as a [[bulbapedia:Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]] that helps the player travel between locations, replacing the [[Fly]] {{s|bulbapedia|Hidden Machine}} from previous generations (although it is unobtainable as a regular Pokémon in ''Sun'' and ''Moon''). Despite its design basis, Charizard is actually a Fire/Flying-type. However, it becomes a Fire/[[bulbapedia:Dragon (type)|Dragon-type]] upon [[bulbapedia:Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] into [[Mega Charizard X]]; additionally, ''Super Smash Bros. 4'' refers to it as a dragon on several occasions in spite of its standard typing.

As Pokédex entries describe, Charizard breathes out fire that reaches incredible temperatures, hot enough to melt boulders and quickly melt glaciers weighing 10,000 tons, and it is said the temperature increases as it experiences harsh battles. When expelling a blast of super hot fire, its tail flame burns more intensely, and if it becomes furious, its tail flame flares up in a whitish-blue color. It is known to cause forest fires unintentionally. However, it never turns its fiery breath on any opponent weaker than itself unless ordered to do so. It flies about in search of powerful opponents, with its wings carrying it close to an altitude of 4,600 feet/1,400 metres.

Thanks to being the mascot of ''Pokémon Red Version'' and having a major role in the ''Pokémon'' anime as one of {{s|bulbapedia|Ash Ketchum}}'s most powerful Pokémon, Charizard is one of the most popular Pokémon in the series. This was reflected in {{s|bulbapedia|generation VI}}, where Charizard gained access to new transformations called {{s|bulbapedia|Mega Evolution}}s. Like [[Mewtwo]], and unlike most Pokémon who can also Mega Evolve, it has two Mega Evolved forms: it becomes Mega Charizard X while holding a Charizardite X, whereas holding a Charizardite Y results in it becoming Mega Charizard Y.

In other media, Charizard is frequently a signature Pokémon for the various incarnations of {{iw|bulbapedia|Red|game}}, as the mascot of ''Pokémon Red'' and one of the fully-evolved starter Pokémon of Kanto. In the mainline game series, Red consistently uses Charizard on his teams as an NPC, and ''{{s|bulbapedia|Pokémon Origins}}'' depicts Charizard as Red's signature Pokémon. This is reflected in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series, where the playable [[Pokémon Trainer]], Red and {{iw|bulbapedia|Leaf|game}}'s ''Smash'' incarnation, uses Charizard in their rotation as their sole fully-evolved Pokémon.

[[File:Charizard64.gif|left|thumb|Charizard in ''Super Smash Bros.'']]

Charizard makes its first appearance in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series as one of the thirteen [[Poké Ball]] [[List of Pokémon|Pokémon]] that appear in the [[Super Smash Bros.|original game]]. When summoned, it uses [[Flamethrower]] by rotating its head to the left and right, breathing fire upon any nearby opponents of the player who summoned it, until it disappears. Any character, excluding the summoner, will take damage from the stream of flames, as well as from making contact with Charizard itself. The flames can be reflected by {{SSB|Fox}}'s [[Reflector]], and absorbed by {{SSB|Ness}}' [[PSI Magnet]]. The flames hit consecutively, inflicting approximately 3% per hit, while touching Charizard itself inflicts 18%.

Charizard makes a very brief cameo appearance in the introduction sequence.

Charizard reprises its role in the sequel, ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', again utilizing [[Flamethrower]] as its attack. It is identical to the one in the first game, except that it is now rendered in full 3D, with the design being taken from ''Pokémon Stadium'', like other Pokémon in the game. Compared to ''Smash 64'', making contact with Charizard's body now deals an improved, 20% [[Flame|fire]] damage.

 

[[File:Charizard Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|180x117px|Charizard trophy in ''Melee''.]]

 

Charizard also appears as a trophy in this game, unlocked as one of the trophies that can be collected randomly throughout the various Single-player Regular Matches. It reads as follows:

''It's hard to believe, but this massive Flame Pokémon evolves from the tiny Charmander. Not only can it fly at heights of over 4,500 feet, but its flaming breath is hot enough to reduce almost anything to ashes in seconds. The flames at the end of a Charizard's tail are said to be a fairly accurate barometer of its power. ''

*Pokémon Red & Blue, 9/98 (GB)

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''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' marks the third appearance of Charizard in the series, and its first as a playable character. As one of the three [[Pokémon]] used by {{SSBB|Pokémon Trainer}} (the other two being {{SSBB|Squirtle}} and {{SSBB|Ivysaur}}), Charizard retains [[Flamethrower]], which is used as its [[neutral special move]] and functions almost identically to {{SSBB|Bowser}}'s [[Fire Breath]].

[[File:Charizard - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|right|100px|The Charizard trophy in ''Brawl''.]]

:''A Flame Pokémon. Its fiery breath is hot enough to burn up rocks, and its wings let it fly up to 4,600 feet into the air. It's a proud Pokémon that will never use its flame breath on an opponent weaker than itself. The flame on its tail is a barometer of how much vitality it has remaining. Its signature move, Flamethrower, is a reliable technique.''

{{trophy games|console1=GB|game1=''Pokémon Red/Blue''|console2=GBA|game2=''Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen''}}

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Charizard returns in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'' as a playable character. However, in ''SSB4'', Charizard is a standalone character, unlike in ''Brawl'', where it was one of Pokémon Trainer's Pokémon. To reflect this, [[Pokémon Change]] has been replaced by a new side special move, [[Flare Blitz]], while [[Rock Smash]] has been reassigned to being its down special move. Charizard also has a new [[Final Smash]], which consists of it undergoing [[Mega Evolution]] to become [[Mega Charizard X]].

The most beneficial change Charizard received in the transition from ''Brawl'' to ''SSB4'' was the removal of [[Pokémon Change#Stamina|stamina]], which came about as a result of no longer being tied to Pokémon Trainer. Rock Smash now grants Charizard [[super armor]], increasing its usefulness. Despite being a super heavyweight, Charizard has above average [[walk]]ing speed and one of the fastest [[dash]]ing speeds in the game, which help with its approach. However, Charizard has significant issues. ''SSB4'' removed [[gliding]], which considerably worsened Charizard's recovery in the process. While its new special move, Flare Blitz, is a reliable KO move, it deals recoil damage to Charizard, with 5% added from just initiating the move, and another 5% from a successful hit. Despite its uses as a strong KO attack and decent horizontal recovery option, the recoil damage is still received even when it hits an opponent's shield. It also results in high ending lag, making it very [[punish]]able when used unwisely. When used or aimed off-stage, it has a very high chance of [[self-destruct]]ing itself, due to it travelling a great distance and putting Charizard into temporary free fall, reducing it's chances of recovering back to the stage - assuming Charizard doesn't fly directly into the [[blast line]].

While originally regarded as one of the worst characters in ''SSB4'', Charizard received some helpful buffs in game updates. Update [[1.0.8]] improved its up and down throws by significantly improving the former's KO potential and re-purposing the latter from a KO attack into a very useful combo starter. Most noticeably, update [[1.1.5]] improved its aerial presence by increasing its air speed and decreasing its aerials' ending lag, as well as strengthening its already powerful back aerial and Flare Blitz. Overall, Charizard is noticeably better compared to how it was during the early days of ''SSB4''. This has resulted in it achieving much greater success at regional tournaments, and slightly improved results in national regional tournaments. As such, opinions on Charizard's viability have notably improved over the game's lifespan. This, in turn, has been reflected in Charizard rising from the bottom-tier to its current ranking of 43rd out of 55 on the [[tier list]], which places it in E tier and assesses it as a mid-tier character.

:{{Flag|North America}} ''The iconic Fire/Flying-type Pokémon. Charizard's scorching breath can melt anything in its path. It soars through the air, seeking only worthy foes to test itself against. In Smash Bros., Charizard unleashes the destructive Flare Blitz special move— a move so strong, it even injures the user!''

:{{Flag|Europe}} ''Charizard, a Fire- and Flying-type Pokémon, can burn through anything with the flames it breathes. It is constantly on the lookout for powerful opponents. And where better to find them than in this game? Its huge build and special moves mean it can inflict massive damage, and its Flare Blitz is so powerful, it even hurts Charizard itself!''

:'''Charizard (Alt.)'''

:{{Flag|North America}} ''Charizard's Flamethrower attack can be sustained by holding the button. The flames will gradually die, but a short break will recharge them. Charizard's down special Rock Smash crushes a rock and hits foes with the pieces. Charizard won't flinch while crushing, but others can break the rock...''

:{{Flag|Europe}} ''When using Charizard's Flamethrower move, hold the button to keep breathing fire. The flames gradually die down, but you just need to rest for a bit before doing it again. If you get hit while you're using the down special Rock Smash, you won't flinch, but someone else can break the rock instead, making your attack fail.''

CharizardTrophy3DS.png|Classic (3DS)

CharizardTrophyWiiU.png|Classic (Wii U)

==''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==

[[File:Charizard SSBU.png|thumb|right|Charizard, as it appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'']]

===As a playable character===

{{main|Charizard (SSBU)}}

Charizard returns in ''Ultimate'', making it no longer a standalone character. It now reunited with the {{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}}, just like in ''Brawl''. Charizard retains Flare Blitz as its side special move, losing Rock Smash.

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*Charizard and [[Pikachu]] are the only playable ''Pokémon'' that are {{iw|bulbapedia|game mascot}}s.  

*Like [[Mewtwo]] and [[Lucario]], Charizard is, as of ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', largely based on a particular member of its species depicted in the anime. In Charizard's case, it draws inspiration from {{s|bulbapedia|Ash's Charizard}}, {{s|bulbapedia|Red's Charizard}} and {{s|bulbapedia|Alain's Charizard}}:

**The animations of its neutral attack's first two hits are similar to Red's when repeatedly using {{iw|bulbapedia|Slash|move}} against [[Mewtwo]].

**The animations of its neutral and forward aerials are identical to Ash and Alain's when they use {{iw|bulbapedia|Dragon Tail|move}} and {{iw|bulbapedia|Dragon Claw|move}}, respectively.

**The animation of its up throw is similar to Ash and Red's when they use {{s|bulbapedia|Seismic Toss}}.

**It can use {{iw|bulbapedia|Fire Blast|move}} (albeit only via [[Mega Evolution]]) and {{iw|bulbapedia|Blast Burn|move}} like Red and Alain's, respectively.

**It can Mega Evolve into Mega Charizard X like Red and Alain's.

**It is voiced by Shin'ichirō Miki, who voiced both Ash and Red's.

*Charizard is the first playable character in the series to have made its debut as a significant non-playable in-game character in the games prior to its playable debut. Initially, it was a Pokémon summoned from Poké Balls in ''Super Smash Bros.'' and ''Melee'', before becoming playable in ''Brawl''. It is also currently the only Pokémon to have become a playable character in a later game after being a Poké Ball Pokémon in prior games.

**While several other [[newcomer]]s appeared in ''Melee'' and ''Brawl'' as trophies, Charizard is the first one to have played an actual in-game role in the previous games.

*Charizard is the only [[weight|heavyweight]] Pokémon in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series.

*Charizard is one of two playable characters to appear in every game of the series who was not playable in every iteration, the other being [[King Dedede]].

**Counting both versions of ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'' as the same game, [[Ridley]] also shares this distinction.

*Using [[Fly]] and either [[Flamethrower]] or [[Flare Blitz]], Charizard is the only dual typed playable Pokémon to utilize Same Type Attack Bonus (STAB) with both of its types.

*Charizard is the only one of [[Pokémon Trainer]]'s Pokémon to never have been cut.

*Charizard is the only character to have been an independent character in [[Super Smash Bros. 4|one game]] and then part of [[Pokémon Trainer|a shared character]] in [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate|the next]].

*Charizard does not use the same specials in any {{rollover|two games|counting SSB4 as a single game}}. It is the only character with this distinction,.

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