#0037 · Gen 1 · 299 BST
Vulpix
A starter-form Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Flash Fire.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
113/54/54/63/76/76
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
145/102/101/112/128/128
Abilities
Powers up the Pokémon's Fire-type moves if it's hit by one.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Vulpix
Vulpix is a Fire/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 299. A starter-form Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Flash Fire.
Best stat: Special Defense (65 base)
Vulpix's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 50 base Special Attack and 65 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Special Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Flash Fire
- Drought
How to use Vulpix competitively
Open the damage calculator with Vulpix selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Vulpix appears in the species dropdown. Drop Vulpix into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0037 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Fire / None |
| Abilities | Flash Fire, Drought |
| Base Stat Total | 299 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 38 / 41 / 40 / 50 / 65 / 65 |