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I'm actually having exactly the same issue with vulpix on a copy from ebay- I didn't realise there were bootlegs like this to look out for...
The same is true even after evolving with fire stone, but I'm at 8 badges and wanting to head to the elite 4. Do you know if there are more red shards...