The Pyromancers: Fire-type Pokémon Club

[Sun]

Magmar...
I've never used one. Never caught one. Never really looked at one unless it was an opponent I had to beat. It's not that I hate Magmar, it's just that I'm unsure about its design and that there are other Fire types I prefer. So, not much to say on this topic.

The design might not appeal you, but would you consider using one in the future? :)

Everyone, I'd like to share an experience with my latest mono Fire challenge with the hack BlazeBlack 2, hope you guys won't mind.

So my final team for the Amazing Race was consisted by seven Pokemon (in rotation) they are Ninetales, Volcarona, Darmanitan, Chandelure, Camerupt, Magmortar and last but not least Charizard.

I'm highlighting some Pokemon here:

Spoiler:

Ninetales is arguably the most useful, as she sets up the sun. Solar Beam in her move set is rather obvious and very self-explanatory. Let's admit that Ninetales isn't particularly impressive in the offensive area, therefore the help of Nasty Plot is needed. The move Psyshock in her arsenal makes her the perfect counter for the Poison and Fighting-types alike. Finally, her STAB move is Flamethrower, I didn't make her learn Fire Blast since we're in an adventure; 5 PP with the maximum of 8 PP plus the shaky accuracy aren't the most appealing things in travels. Her Drought Ability has protected her fellow team mates and herself, we literally smacked Marlon's team with the power of the sun.

Magmortar is as useful as it was in Gen IV games, that high Special Attack almost made it the boss of non-legendary Fire-types. It has access to Thunderbolt which is unusual for Fire-types! He's the reason why I'm afraid to face the Water/Flying Pokemon. Magmortar's presence in the team is a guarantee to victory. Catch a Magby today. -burned for advertising-

Camerupt's Speed is awful, he isn't too hot in the defensive area either -- Water is commonly seen in-game (and a x4 weakness; Sun couldn't really protect it well), while the move Earthquake is included in most in-game Trainers' Pokemon. Because of those qualities I've learned to accept and appreciate Mega Camerupt even more. But those common-type weaknesses has a great trade off for good offensive qualities; Camerupt is able to slay a lot of types , so brace yourself for the bad-a Camerupt, these types are namely Rock, Grass, Bug, Steel, Electric, Fire, Ice, Electric, Poison and Flying to a further extend as it has access to Rock-type moves.

Darmanitan wasn't part of the final team plan, as I've used a Darmanitan in my previous Unova playthoughs. Darma's spot was initially for Speed Boost Blaziken, but fml the game was so cruel and I hadn't encounter a HA Combusken even once. Going back to Darma, she's quick and she hits hard. She has access to awesome moves like Earthquake, Rock Slide and Fire Punch. The last two moves receive benefit from her Sheer Force Ability. U-turn is also handy in most situations. ;)

tl;dr: Fire-types (as of Gen VI) are mainly focused on the offensive side, of course, undeniably strong on that aspect too. To be more precise they are quite like the glass cannons, so a through planning and precautions are needed in a mono Fire. :) Loved the overall experience. :D

 

[Blayze]

Yo, welcome to the hottest club on PC! I love how your name, it fits in this club well! XD

Really? XD I say Magmar is one of those Gen I one Pokemon with a modern design. ^_^ But to each on their own, can't force my fiery love for Magmar on everyone! Stay active like an active volcano, the club owner likes his club hot! :B

Thank you very much! Yes, yes it does! :D
But of course!!

Welcome! It does kind of have a weird design I have to say, and I agree, Magby is very cute!

Thanks! :) The first Magby that I got was named Maggie.

 

[Sun]

Thank you very much! Yes, yes it does! :D
But of course!!



Thanks! :) The first Magby that I got was named Maggie.

The Charizard line have lose against the Quilava line in our forum's official Fire-type poll.

(For more results)
https://www.pokecommunity.com/posts/8997328/

So what are your thoughts behind it? :)

 

[Hikamaru]

The Charizard line have lose against the Quilava line in our forum's official Fire-type poll.

(For more results)
https://www.pokecommunity.com/posts/8997328/

So what are your thoughts behind it? :)

I feel like that it's definitely a sign of tastes changing, even if Cyndaquil's line is the worst Fire starter competitively. The fact Charizard has lost for the first time ever means I'm happy that nostalgia seems to be losing its grip lately.

 

[Wicked3DS]

The Charizard line have lose against the Quilava line in our forum's official Fire-type poll.

(For more results)
https://www.pokecommunity.com/posts/8997328/

So what are your thoughts behind it? :)

No smiles here. As you all know, Charizard is my favorite Pokémon, so it's really sad to see it knocked out in the prelims :'(

 

[Hikamaru]

No smiles here. As you all know, Charizard is my favorite Pokémon, so it's really sad to see it knocked out in the prelims :'(

There are still four types whose polls haven't been done yet (Normal, Grass, Flying, Water) so Charizard could still have a chance in the Flying-type poll.

 

[Blayze]

The Charizard line have lose against the Quilava line in our forum's official Fire-type poll.

(For more results)
https://www.pokecommunity.com/posts/8997328/

So what are your thoughts behind it? :)

Noooo! Charizard can't loose! This makes me a sad panda. :( Charizard is my most favorite; has been since the beginning.


Though, at least the Chimchar or Tepig line didn't win that one. I'm not a fan of either of those. (Nor of the real animals that they are based off of.)

 

[Wicked3DS]

Let's ignite a new fire with another topic.

don't ask I'm feeling punny right now

Which Fire-type Mega Evolution is your favorite?

Charizard X, of course. I just love how it transforms into an actual Dragon-type and wrecks stuff like crazy with its Tough Claws ability. And of course, it's Charizard, so it's automatically cool.

 

[Apollo]

Name: Apollo
Pick two Fire-type Partner Pokémon: Arcanine and Ninetales
Reason(s) for liking Fire-types: I guess it's because of their fiery aura which I can relate to my personality in real life? x) (also I'm a gryffindor) Fire-types were my most favorite type as a child, with my most favorite back then being Charizard and Moltres. There are also plenty Fire type Pokemon I like and they tend to have one of the best designs.

Answer to current topic: Charizard X has a cool design and is very strong. So.. that I guess. :D I haven't used much mega evolutions, unfortunately, but based on their designs alone I'd also pick Mega Houndoom and Mega Blaziken. While on the topic of Mega Evos, it would be great if the Kanto fire mammals (Arcanine, Ninetales and Rapidash... at least that's how I call them haha) had mega evos of their own. Maybe Fire/Fighting for Arcanine, Fire/Ghost (or Psychic) for Ninetales and Fire/Flying for Rapidash (a sort of pegasus thing)?

 

[Rain T.]

Mega Charizard X is my favorite. It's powerful in battle, can make great use of Tough Claws, and finally turns Charizard into a Dragon type! Not to mention its wicked awesome design, and a few of the theories surrounding it on just why its coloring is so different and why Charizard has two Mega forms.
Mega Houndoom gets an honorable mention because its design is one of my favorites.

 

[Blayze]

I really like both of the Charizard megas; I've used both and both have their merits. I do really like that with X that Charizard finally was given a Dragon typing.

I also like Mega Houndoom and Mega Camerupt. Not so much in way of design, but in battle performance. I use my Camerupt - Pelee - in her Mega forme quite often.

 

[Hikamaru]

Which Fire-type Mega Evolution is your favorite?

For me, Mega Camerupt. I really loved how it has an actual volcano on its back with lava flowing out, and Sheer Force makes it a slow but very strong attacker. Definitely a way to improve this underrated volcanic camel.

 

[Wicked3DS]

Name: Apollo
Pick two Fire-type Partner Pokémon: Arcanine and Ninetales
Reason(s) for liking Fire-types: I guess it's because of their fiery aura which I can relate to my personality in real life? x) (also I'm a gryffindor) Fire-types were my most favorite type as a child, with my most favorite back then being Charizard and Moltres. There are also plenty Fire type Pokemon I like and they tend to have one of the best designs.

Answer to current topic: Charizard X has a cool design and is very strong. So.. that I guess. :D I haven't used much mega evolutions, unfortunately, but based on their designs alone I'd also pick Mega Houndoom and Mega Blaziken. While on the topic of Mega Evos, it would be great if the Kanto fire mammals (Arcanine, Ninetales and Rapidash... at least that's how I call them haha) had mega evos of their own. Maybe Fire/Fighting for Arcanine, Fire/Ghost (or Psychic) for Ninetales and Fire/Flying for Rapidash (a sort of pegasus thing)?

Welcome! I have to agree about Mega Charizard X, since it's my favorite of the Megas. Blaziken and Houndoom both have cool Megas as well.

Going to use this post as a segue to another topic:

What Fire-type would you like to see get a Mega Evolution?

I'd agree with Ninetales getting one that's Fire/Ghost or Psychic since it definitely has those abilities. A Flying-type Pegasus-like Mega Rapidash? Now that could be fun.

 

[Sun]

Welcome! I have to agree about Mega Charizard X, since it's my favorite of the Megas. Blaziken and Houndoom both have cool Megas as well.

Going to use this post as a segue to another topic:

What Fire-type would you like to see get a Mega Evolution?

I'd agree with Ninetales getting one that's Fire/Ghost or Psychic since it definitely has those abilities. A Flying-type Pegasus-like Mega Rapidash? Now that could be fun.

Personally, I would love to see all starters to receive Mega Evolution forms. In addition to that, I would love to see all Fire-types to receive Megas a Mega Arcanine and a Mega Magmortar! Firstly Arcanine is popular among the fandom, particularly back in its golden days. Then there's Magmortar, which is one of the few Fire-types that can learn offensive Electric-type moves. Its pre-evolution form, Magmar was also among the fan favorites! (:

 

[Rain T.]

Hmm...well, I do agree that I'd like to see a Mega Ninetails and a Mega Arcanine. As well as Megas for all the starters. Though I feel like a Mega Chandelure would be fun as well.

 

[Sun]

Hmm...well, I do agree that I'd like to see a Mega Ninetails and a Mega Arcanine. As well as Megas for all the starters. Though I feel like a Mega Chandelure would be fun as well.

Is there any Non-Fire Pokemon that should Mega Evolve into a part Fire-type?
Imo, there's Sunflora, Solrock or even Bellossom, Lilligant and some others. Surprisingly, there are so many options to choose from!

 

[Sir Lucario]

Username: Sir Lucario
Partners: Combusken and Typhlosion
Reason: They're awesome I don't hate any of them. Each one has some use in its own way. A lot of them are overused. Plus they're deadly in their Pokedex entries (magcargo). What's not to like?
Topic: Typhlosion needs buffs it is in the NU tier which is sad considering its fanbase. If you've played Pokemon Insurgence you'll see what a mega can do to it. In Insurgence Typhlosion gets huge boosts plus the special attack version of moxie. Typhlosion really needs a mega

 

[Sun]

Username: Sir Lucario
Partners: Combusken and Typhlosion
Reason: They're awesome I don't hate any of them. Each one has some use in its own way. A lot of them are overused. Plus they're deadly in their Pokedex entries (magcargo). What's not to like?
Topic: Typhlosion needs buffs it is in the NU tier which is sad considering its fanbase. If you've played Pokemon Insurgence you'll see what a mega can do to it. In Insurgence Typhlosion gets huge boosts plus the special attack version of moxie. Typhlosion really needs a mega

Welcome to PC's Fire-type club!

And no, Typhlosion doesn't belong to the NU tier that was like 10 years ago during the DP days. Lmao He settled in th RU tier.

Additionally the Cyndaquil line won the Favorite Fire-type Tournament, yes slamming the Charmander line, Chandelure line hard.

https://www.pokecommunity.com/posts/8997328/

 

[Sir Lucario]

Thx glad to be a member sorry I forgot he was in RU regardless he still needs a mega

 

[Rain T.]

Is there any Non-Fire Pokemon that should Mega Evolve into a part Fire-type?
Imo, there's Sunflora, Solrock or even Bellossom, Lilligant and some others. Surprisingly, there are so many options to choose from!

Those are pretty good choices for Mega Evolving into a Fire type. I'd do something like (and this idea came from a discussion in another club) Trevenant gaining a Mega Form in which is drops the Ghost typing for Fire and turns into some sort of burning tree with ghostly flames.