Ninetales
Ninetales is a Pokémon species known for its elegant and mystical appearance, resembling a fox with nine flowing tails.
| National Pokedex No: 0038 |
| Type: |
| Category: Fox Pokémon |
| Height: 1.1 m (3′07″) |
| Weight : 19.9 kg (43.9 lbs) |
| Gender: 25% ♂, 75% ♀ |
| Abilities/Hidden abilities:Flash Fire/Drought |
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Ninetales is a majestic and mystical Pokémon known for its elegant appearance. Here are the physical characteristics of Ninetales.
Ninetales resembles a fox, and it is covered in long, luxurious fur that ranges in color from gold to cream. It has nine long, flowing tails, each ending in a fluffy tip. The fur on its main body is often a lighter color than the fur on its tails. Ninetales has a slender, graceful build and a pair of gleaming eyes that reflect its intelligence.
The nine tails are a defining feature, and they are said to be imbued with mystical powers. Legend has it that each of its tails has its own unique abilities and magical properties.
Ninetales has piercing, intelligent eyes that are often associated with its mystical nature. It is believed that Ninetales holds magical powers, and its appearance is often linked to myths and legends in the Pokémon world.
While Ninetales is generally slender, it stands at a moderate height compared to other Pokémon. Ninetales carries itself with grace and elegance, adding to the overall mystical aura that surrounds this Pokémon.
Alolan form
Alolan Ninetales is a regional variant of the original Ninetales, adapted to the unique environment of the Alola region.
Alolan Ninetales is an Ice/Fairy-type Pokémon. It has a distinctive ice-blue coat and an elegant, ethereal appearance.
The icy fur and snowy mane give it a majestic and magical aura.
These physical characteristics contribute to Ninetales’ reputation as a symbol of beauty and mystery within the Pokémon universe.
Behaviour
The behavior of Ninetales, the mystical fox Pokémon, is influenced by its intelligence and magical nature.
Ninetales is known for its high level of intelligence, often outsmarting opponents with its clever strategies in battles. The mystical powers associated with Ninetales extend to its behavior. Legends tell of it cursing those who mistreat or offend it.
In some cultural depictions, Ninetales is considered a guardian or protector, using its magical abilities to shield those it cares about. Ninetales is often portrayed as a solitary Pokémon, spending time alone or with a chosen few companions.
It may exhibit territorial behavior, especially when it comes to protecting its den or territory. Trespassers might face the consequences of its mystical powers. Some myths suggest a connection between Ninetales and the phases of the moon. It is said to gain additional power during the night or under a full moon.
When trained by a skilled and respectful Trainer, Ninetales forms a strong bond and showcases loyalty. Its elegance and beauty make it an appealing Pokémon companion.
Ninetales is depicted as emotionally sensitive, reacting to the emotions and intentions of those around it. While not known for vocalizations, Ninetales may communicate through body language, gestures, and the mystical energy it emanates.
The magical properties of its nine tails are believed to influence its behavior, allowing it to perform mystical feats or cast spells. Ninetales’ behavior is often shrouded in mystery, adding to its allure as a Pokémon of intelligence, elegance, and enchantment in the Pokémon world.
Evolution
Ninetales is known for its evolution from Vulpix, a process that involves exposure to a special item known as a Fire Stone. Here are the details about the evolution of Ninetales.
Ninetales begins its evolutionary journey as Vulpix, an adorable Fire-type fox Pokémon. Vulpix is characterized by its orange fur, six curled tails, and a flame atop its head. The evolution of Vulpix into Ninetales is triggered by the use of a Fire Stone, a special evolutionary item found in the Pokémon world.
When exposed to the energy emanating from a Fire Stone, Vulpix undergoes a transformative process. The stone’s magical properties interact with Vulpix’s inherent Fire-type nature. The evolution is accompanied by a mystical transformation. Vulpix experiences a surge of energy, and its physical appearance undergoes a significant change.
Upon evolution, Vulpix’s appearance transforms into the majestic and mythical Ninetales. It gains three additional tails, bringing the total to nine elegant tails, each resembling a luxurious plume. Ninetales’ fur retains its orange hue, and its mystical aura becomes more pronounced. The flame on its head intensifies, symbolizing the enhanced magical power it gains through evolution.
Ninetales not only becomes more powerful but also gains an increase in elegance and grace. Its mystical abilities are said to reach their peak, making it a revered and captivating Pokémon. The evolution from Vulpix to Ninetales maintains the Fire typing, solidifying its association with flames, heat, and mystical fire-based attacks.
With the evolution, Ninetales often gains access to more potent and diverse Fire-type moves, allowing it to become a formidable force in battles. Despite the physical changes, the loyalty and bond formed between a Trainer and their Vulpix remain, evolving into a deeper connection as Ninetales.
Alolan Vulpix, the pre-evolution of Alolan Ninetales, evolves into Alolan Ninetales when exposed to an Ice Stone. Alolan Ninetales retains the Ice/Fairy typing and gains new abilities and characteristics compared to its pre-evolution.
The evolution from Vulpix to Ninetales is a captivating process, resulting in the emergence of a majestic and mythical Pokémon with enhanced powers and an enchanting aura.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
In the Gym battle featured in the episode “Riddle Me This” (the 58th episode of the Pokémon anime), Blaine, the Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island’s Gym used Ninetales against Ash‘s Squirtle, securing a victory. A flashback in “Volcanic Panic” revisited Vulpix‘s involvement in the battle.
In “Mewtwo Strikes Back”, Neesha’s Ninetales was cloned by Mewtwo, later reappearing in “Mewtwo Returns” and “Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution”. Zane’s Ninetales participated in a breeding competition in “Beauty and the Breeder”. An aged Ninetales formed a bond with Brock in “Just Waiting On A Friend” creating illusions.
In “Mystery on a Deserted Island!” a Ninetales guarded treasure after evolving from a Pirate’s Vulpix. Cerah used an Alolan Ninetales in the Pokémon Sled Jump Games in “Getting a Jump on the Competition!”. Goh caught an Alolan Ninetales for Project Mew’s Trial Missions in “Leaping Toward the Dream!”.
Anime Minor Appearances
In various Pokémon episodes and movies, Ninetales made numerous appearances. Here are some of them.
Ninetales first appeared in the banned episode ”EP038”. The English debut of Ninetales was in the episode ”The Battling Eevee Brothers”, part of Stone Town’s evolution party. At the Pokémon Theme Park in ”Pikachu’s Vacation”, a Ninetales made a notable appearance. Rudy’s Ninetales was observed at the Trovita Gym in ”Misty Meets Her Match”. An injured Ninetales under Katrina’s care was featured in ”A Bite to Remember”. The episode ”All Things Bright and Beautifly!” showcased a Coordinator’s Ninetales in the Rustboro Contest.
Multiple Ninetales were part of the opening sequence in ”Destiny Deoxys”. The Hoenn Grand Festival included a Coordinator’s Ninetales in the episode ”Deceit and Assist”. Also, the episode ”Thinning the Hoard!” presented a Coordinator’s Ninetales in action. A fantasy sequence in ”Showering the World with Love!” introduced an Alolan Ninetales.
A Ninetales appeared as an image in the Japanese version of ”The Ultimate Test”. In ”The Power of One”, a Ninetales sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III. In ”A Bite to Remember”, an injured Ninetales was under Katrina’s care. In ”Lucario and the Mystery of Mew”, a Ninetales appeared during the opening intro of the movie, and another was owned by a Trainer in the Rota tournament. A Coordinator’s Ninetales appeared in ”What I Did for Love!”.
In a flashback in ”Mutiny in the Bounty!” a Ninetales was one of J’s captured Pokémon. A Performer’s Ninetales was seen in a video in ”Performing with Fiery Charm!”. In ”Alola, Kanto!” a Ninetales appeared in a fantasy, and Snowy bonded with another at Professor Oak‘s Laboratory. In a flashback in ”The Dealer of Destruction!”, a Trainer’s Alolan Ninetales battled a Machamp on Mount Lanakila. In ”Out of Their Elements!” a Ninetales was part of a Pokémon Circus. Finally, a Ninetales appeared in ”This Could be the Start of Something Big!”.
Manga Appearances
Pokémon Adventures
Red, Green & Blue arc– In the episode ”A Tale of Ninetales”, Blue, the grandson of Professor Oak, captured one Ninetales.
Gold, Silver & Crystal arc – Bule used his Ninetales in his own Gym. A Team Rocket Grunt’s Ninetales confronted Gold and Silver in Piloswine Whine but suffered a quick defeat. In the Last Battle XIII, a Ninetales was enlisted for the Ilex Forest showdown.
Ruby & Sapphire arc – Ninetales, owned by Cortney, one of the Admins of Team Magma, evolved from Vulpix before the episode ” Adding It Up with Plusle & Minun II”.
Black 2 & White 2 arc – In a flashback during the episode ”Innocent Scientist”, a Ninetales was shown as one of the Pokémon trained by the International Police.
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon arc – In the episode ”Shock!! Father in the Pendant!”, on Mount Lanakila, appeared Multiple Alolan Ninetales were seen.
Ninetales also appeared in these Pokémon manga:
Pokémon Battle Frontier – Vulpix owned by Enta, the main character of Pokémon Battle Frontier manga, evolved into Ninetales in the episode ” Final Battle: Versus The Salon Maiden”.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – in the twenty ninth chapter – GDZ29 (Vulpix evolves into Ninetales).
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji’s Rescue Team – in the episodes ”Goodbye to a Peaceful Village!” (in a fantasy), ”Why I Became a Pokémon?The Answer Finally Revealed!!” and Tears and Emotions – It’s the Final Chapter!” Ninetales appeares.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters – in the episode ”Aim to be the No. 1 Pokémon!”, Koga, the former Gym Leader of Fuchsia City’s Gym, used his Ninetales in the No. 1 Pokémon Contest.
Pokémon Zensho – in the seventh chapter of the Pokémon Zensho manga – PZ08, Ninetales owned by Blaine made an appearance as Satoshi entered the Cinnabar Gym.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red | Trade |
| Pokémon Blue | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Yellow | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Gold | Trade |
| Pokémon Silver | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Crystal | Trade |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon FireRed | Trade |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Emerald | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Platinum | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon HeartGold | Trade |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Abundant Shrine |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Abundant Shrine |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Friend Safari |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Vulpix |
| Pokémon Sun | Evolve Vulpix (Alolan Form), Pokémon Bank (Kantonian Form) |
| Pokémon Moon | Pokémon Bank (Trade) |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | Evolve Vulpix (Alolan Form), Pokémon Bank (Kantonian Form) |
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | Pokémon Bank (Trade) |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! | Trade |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Routes 7 and 8 (Kantonian Form), Evolve Vulpix (Alolan Form) |
| Pokémon Sword | Lake of Outrage |
| Pokémon Shield | Trade |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | Trade |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | Evolve Vulpix |
| Legends Arceus | Firespit Island |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Trade |
Ninetales's origin name
English: In English Ninetales’ name is derived from the combination of “nine,” referring to the number of tails it possesses, and “tales,” emphasizing its mystical and fox-like nature. In other languages, the name may vary. Here are Ninetales’ origin names in several languages:
Japanese (ロコン – Rokon): The Japanese name “Rokon” is a combination of “roku” (six) and “kon” (the onomatopoeia for the sound a fox makes). This name reflects the initial stage of the Pokémon when it has six tails as Vulpix.
French (Feunard): The French name “Feunard” is likely derived from the words “feu” (fire) and “renard” (fox), highlighting both its Fire typing and fox-like appearance.
German (Vulnona): In German, Ninetales is known as “Vulnona,” which seems to be a combination of “Vulkan” (volcano) and “Fuchs” (fox), emphasizing its fiery attributes.
Spanish (Ninetales): The Spanish name “Ninetales” is similar to the English name, maintaining the connection to the number of tails.
Italian (Ninetales): Similar to Spanish and English, the Italian name “Ninetales” keeps the reference to the nine tails.
Korean (구름닌텔 – Guleum Nintel): The Korean name “Guleum Nintel” combines “guleum” (cloud) and a modified version of “Ninetales,” emphasizing its mystical and atmospheric qualities.
Chinese (九尾 – Jiǔwěi): In Chinese, Ninetales is called “Jiǔwěi,” which directly translates to “nine tails.”
These names across various languages often retain the essence of Ninetales’ unique characteristics, incorporating elements related to its multiple tails, mystical nature, and fox-like attributes.