Editing Charizard

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

|lastappearance = ''{{s|bulbapedia|Pokémon Café Mix}}'' (2020)

|gender = 87.5% Male ''<br>'' 12.5% Female

|voiceactor = Shin'ichirō Miki  

'''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 via {{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}}).

Charizard is a saurian creature based on dragons,<ref name="Dragon Majesty">[https://drm.pokemontcg.com/en-us/ The Dragon Majesty expansion is loaded with Dragon-type Pokémon, plus many other Pokémon inspired by different kinds of dragons, such as Gyarados and Charizard.]</ref> and is categorized within the Pokédex at #006 as the "Flame Pokémon". It is the final evolutionary form of [[Charmander]], after having evolved from {{s|bulbapedia|Charmeleon}} at level 36 onward. 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'' and ''Ultimate'' refer to it and treat it as a dragon on several occasions in spite of its standard typing.

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 relatively early on in [[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 without transferring from a previous generation in ''Sun'' and ''Moon'').

Thanks to being the mascot of ''Pokémon Red Version'' and a member of its species 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. Unlike most Pokémon who can also Mega Evolve (besides of [[Mewtwo]]), 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 {{s|bulbapedia|Generation VIII}}, Charizard no longer has access to Mega Evolutions, but it gains a new form, that being {{s|bulbapedia|Gigantamax}} Charizard. During the transformation, it also gains access to the move {{iw|bulbapedia|G-Max Wildfire|move}}.

Charizard sports average statistics all around, with relatively high Speed and Special Attack. Its standard ability is {{s|bulbapedia|Blaze}}, available to every Fire type starter Pokémon, which increases the power of Fire type attacks when the Pokémon has low HP, while its Hidden Ability is {{s|bulbapedia|Solar Power}}, which increases Special Attack under harsh sunlight at the cost of a few HP. Mega Evolution aguments its stats and changes its abilities; Mega Charizard X sports an high Attack statistic and the ability {{s|bulbapedia|Tough Claws}}, which increases the power of moves that make contact, while Mega Charizard Y has an impressive Special Attack and the ability {{s|bulbapedia|Drought}}, which summons harsh sunlight. These changes significantly improve Charizard's performance in battle.

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 male playable [[Pokémon Trainer]], himself an incarnation of Red, uses Charizard as his party's only fully-evolved Pokémon. His female counterpart, {{iw|bulbapedia|Leaf|game}}, has not used Charizard or any member of its evolutionary line in prior media, making her appearance as the female Pokémon Trainer in ''Ultimate'' the first instance of such.

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 reprises its role in ''Melee'' as a Poké Ball, complete with [[Flamethrower]] as its attack. Unlike in ''SSB'', Charizard now uses its 3D model from ''{{s|bulbapedia|Pokémon Stadium}}''. Additionally, making contact with Charizard's body now deals 20% and emits a [[flame]] effect.

[[File:Charizard Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|Charizard trophy in ''Melee''.]]

''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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[[Image:Charizard SSBB.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Charizard as it appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.]]

[[File:Charizard - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|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.''

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[[File:Charizard SSB4.png|thumb|right|200px|Charizard, as it appears in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''.]]

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 utility. Becoming a standalone character also granted it a new special move in [[Flare Blitz]]. In addition to being a very powerful KOing option, it can function as a quick and fairly safe horizontal recovery option. Despite being a super heavyweight, Charizard has above-average [[walk]]ing speed and one of the fastest [[dash]]ing speeds in the game, which helps with its approach.  

:{{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!''

 

:{{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.''

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

Charizard returns as a playable character in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', but unlike in ''Super Smash Bros. 4'', it returns as part of {{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}} alongisde {{SSBU|Squirtle}} and {{SSBU|Ivysaur}}. Due to this, [[Rock Smash]] has been replaced by [[Pokémon Change]]. Like Squirtle and Ivysaur, it is no longer subject to [[Pokémon Change#Stamina|stamina]], and thus remains effective throughout a fight. Unlike ''Brawl'', where Pokémon Trainer is a starter character, and ''Smash 4'', where Charizard is, Pokémon Trainer is now an unlockable character.

 

In terms of execution, Charizard functions differently from in Smash 4 because of the overall changes to its moveset and different engine, but it generally serves the same purpose as a lightning bruiser. It is fundamentally better but is counterbalanced by gaping holes in its kit such as forward aerial not autocanceling from a short hop. As such, Charizard is worse relative to the cast compared to its solo appearance in SSB4, but as a member of Pokémon Trainer's team, it is more useful because it allows the Trainer to adapt to situations where its recovery, endurance and KO power are needed and can replace itself with Squirtle or Ivysaur in cases where its weaknesses can be exploited.

Charizard Spirit.png|416. '''Charizard'''

*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}}:

**It knows {{iw|bulbapedia|Flare Blitz}} like Red's does in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|''Pokémon HeartGold'' and ''SoulSilver Versions'']].

**It can use {{iw|bulbapedia|Blast Burn|move}} like Red (albeit only in ''Pokémon HeartGold'' and ''SoulSilver Versions'') and Alain's.

**It is voiced by Shin'ichirō Miki, who voices 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 ''SSB'' and ''Melee'', before becoming playable in ''Brawl''.  

**While several other [[newcomer]]s have appeared in ''Melee'', ''Brawl'' and ''Smash 4'' as trophies, Charizard is the first one to have played an actual in-game role in the previous games.

*Charizard is one of three characters to have cameoed in the opening of ''Melee'', as a model, prior to becoming a playable character. The others being [[Wolf]] and [[Ridley]].

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

**Charizard is also the only dual-typed Pokémon to use moves derived from both its primary and secondary types.

*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 is the only character to have been in more than two games that uses a different set of special moves in each one.

*Since its debut, Charizard is the only ''Brawl'' veteran to use new voice clips across every ''Smash'' installment while retaining its voice actor, Shin'ichirō Miki.

*Charizard, Pikachu, Lucario, and [[Pichu]] are the only playable Pokémon in the ''Smash'' series to appear in the base game for ''Pokémon Sword'' and ''Pokémon Shield''.

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