Arcanine
Arcanine is a Fire type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Arcanine has a Hisuian Form, introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0059 |
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| Type | Fire |
| Species | Legendary Pokémon |
| Height | 1.9 m (6′03″) |
| Weight | 155.0 kg (341.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Intimidate 2. Flash Fire Justified (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0059 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0128 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0059 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0130 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0052 (Black 2/White 2) 0053 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0065 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0059 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0071 (Sword/Shield) 0151 (Legends: Arceus) 0214 (Scarlet/Violet) 0079 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
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| Catch rate | 75 (9.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 194 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 75% male, 25% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
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| Attack | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Defense | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Atk | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Total | 555 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Type defenses
The effectiveness of each type on Arcanine.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0059 |
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| Type | Fire Rock |
| Species | Legendary Pokémon |
| Height | 2.0 m (6′07″) |
| Weight | 168.0 kg (370.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Intimidate 2. Flash Fire Rock Head (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0059 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0128 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0059 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0130 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0052 (Black 2/White 2) 0053 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0065 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0059 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0071 (Sword/Shield) 0151 (Legends: Arceus) 0214 (Scarlet/Violet) 0079 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
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| Catch rate | 75 (9.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 194 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 75% male, 25% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 95 | 300 | 394 | |
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| Attack | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Defense | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Atk | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Total | 555 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Type defenses
The effectiveness of each type on Arcanine.
Evolution chart
Arcanine changes
- In Generation 8, Hisuian Arcanine has Justified as its hidden ability.
- In Generation 1, Arcanine has a base Special stat of 80.
- In Generations 1-4, Arcanine has a base experience yield of 213.
- In Generations 2-7, Arcanine has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Arcanine
| Red Blue |
A POKéMON that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
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| Yellow | A legendary POKéMON in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running. |
| Gold | This legendary Chinese POKEMON is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. |
| Silver | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
| Crystal | An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
ARCANINE is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this POKéMON’s body is its source of power. |
| FireRed | A POKéMON that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed. |
| LeafGreen | A POKéMON that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Emerald | This fleet-footed POKéMON is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. |
| HeartGold | This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. |
| SoulSilver | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
| Black White |
Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people. |
| X | A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Y | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power. |
| Sun | Overflowing with beauty and majesty, this strong Pokémon appears in ancient Eastern folklore. |
| Moon | The fire burning inside its body serves as the energy to fuel it as it runs great distances. It appears in many legends. |
| Ultra Sun | Legends tell of its fighting alongside a general and conquering a whole country. |
| Ultra Moon | There are so many old tales about them that they’re called legendary Pokémon, but there are way more of them around than you’d expect. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
A legendary Pokémon in the East. Many people are charmed by the grace and beauty of its running. |
| Sword | The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people. |
| Shield | A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. |
| Scarlet | An ancient picture scroll shows that people were captivated by its movement as it ran through prairies. |
| Violet | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
Hisuian Arcanine
| Legends: Arceus | Snaps at its foes with fangs cloaked in blazing flame. Despite its bulk, it deftly feints every which way, leading opponents on a deceptively merry chase as it all but dances around them. |
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Moves learned by Arcanine
Moves learnt by level up
Arcanine does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Arcanine does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Arcanine cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Arcanine learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 1 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 1 | Ember | Fire | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 1 | Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
| 1 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Howl | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Play Rough | Fairy | 90 | 90 | |
| 1 | Retaliate | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 5 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 1 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 1 | Ember | Fire | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 1 | Flame Wheel | Fire | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Flare Blitz | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
| 1 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Howl | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Retaliate | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 1 | Rock Throw | Rock | 50 | 90 | |
| 1 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 5 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
| 64 | Raging Fury | Fire | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Arcanine learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 |
Egg moves
Arcanine learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Arcanine gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| Covet | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| Morning Sun | Normal | — | — | |
| Raging Fury | Fire | 120 | 100 | |
| Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| Covet | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| Double Kick | Fighting | 30 | 100 | |
| Head Smash | Rock | 150 | 80 | |
| Morning Sun | Normal | — | — | |
| Thrash | Normal | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Arcanine is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Arcanine sprites
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Where to find Arcanine
| Red | Evolve Growlithe |
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| Blue | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Yellow | Evolve Growlithe |
| Gold | Evolve Growlithe |
| Silver | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Crystal | Evolve Growlithe |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed | Evolve Growlithe |
| LeafGreen Emerald |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold |
Evolve Growlithe |
| SoulSilver | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Evolve Growlithe |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Growlithe |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Growlithe |
| Let's Go Pikachu | Route 7, 8, Vermilion City |
| Let's Go Eevee | Vermilion City |
| Sword | Evolve Growlithe/Hisuian Growlithe |
| Shield | Lake of Outrage |
| Brilliant Diamond | Evolve Growlithe/Hisuian Growlithe |
| Shining Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Evolve Growlithe/Hisuian Growlithe |
| Scarlet Violet |
North Province (Area Two) |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
Answers to Arcanine questions
- What is a good moveset for Arcanine?
- What is a good moveset for Hisuian Arcanine?
- Would this activate Arcanine's ability?
- Can Imposter Ditto copy typeless Pokemon?
- Arcanine or charizard?
- The eternal struggle: Arcanine vs Ninetales?
- Arcanine or Electivire for a physical sweeper?
- After using Burn Up, what type will the Pokemon that used it be?
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Other languages
| English | Arcanine |
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| Japanese | ウインディ (Windie) |
| German | Arkani |
| French | Arcanin |
| Italian | Arcanine |
| Spanish | Arcanine |
| Korean | 윈디 (windi) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 风速狗 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 風速狗 |
| English |
Legendary Pokémon |
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| Japanese | でんせつポケモン |
| German | Legendär-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Légendaire |
| Italian | Pokémon Leggenda |
| Spanish | Pokémon Leyenda |
| Korean | 전설포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 传说宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 傳說寶可夢 |
Name origin
- arcane
- ancient, mysterious
- canine
- of or relating to dogs



