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Fire-types are very well-represented in almost every region (except for the Sinnoh region, in Diamond & Pearl, at least). As one of the three starting types, Fire has a wide range of Pokémon in its ranks, making the type as dynamic and diverse as any other. Design-wise, Fire-types immediately stand out either because of their brightly-colored patterns or the literal flames that stick out of their bodies.

"Cool" isn't a word that might fit Fire-types, as it's quite the opposite. Still, the sentiment remains and there are some truly sensational fiery Pokémon. Whether because of their ideal type combinations or simply because they're well-designed, these creatures stand out as some of the best examples of how blazing Fire-types can be.

10 Volcanion

Mythical Pokémon are so rare that the vast majority of people doubt their existence. Volcanion lives in mountains uninhabited by men and mainly used steam to both protect itself and attack others.

With a unique Fire/Water dual-type, Volcanion seems to be based on the idea of geysers and steam-powered engines. So far, this elusive Pokémon has only been available in Generation VI Events. The last Pokémon in the Kalos Pokédex, Volcanion remains one of the most mysterious and slippery creatures in the franchise.

9 Alolan Marowak

Regional variants are one of the franchise's most inspired and successful gimmicks. They allow players to rediscover beloved classic Pokémon, injecting them with new life in the process. Marowak, one of the most memorable original Pokémon, thanks to the somewhat sinister and depressing background of its pre-evolution, Cubone, got the regional variant treatment in Generation VII, becoming a dual-type Fire/Ghost.

Ferocious and violent, Alolan Marowak became a Fire-type to defend itself against the Grass Pokémon that preyed on it as a Ground-type. Alolans feared it as a conjurer due to the unique dance it does with its elongated, fiery bone.

8 Coalossal

Coalossal sitting on the ground surrounded by construction workers

One of Generation VIII's most original designs, Colossal is a kaiju-inspired beast with a flaming pile of coal resting on top of its body. A dual-type Rock/Fire creature, Coalossal is docile by nature. It will become enraged if its habitat is endangered, though, and will retaliate by incinerating the perpetrators.

In its Gigantamax form, Coalossal becomes a massive fiery mountain, basically a walking volcano. Its fire burns hotter than 2,000 degrees Celcius and some believe that it served as a giant heat source at a time when Galar was struck by an unforgiving cold wave that killed many humans and Pokémon.

7 Cinderace

Pokemon Sword and Shield Gigantamax Cinderace

Cinderace is a football-playing rabbit and it doesn't get any cooler than that. Its signature hidden ability, Libero, allows it to become the same type as the move it's using, thus granting it a STAB boost. Cinderace also has two incredible signature moves, Court Change and Pyro Ball, as well as the exclusive G-Max Move, G-Max Fireball.

Introduced in the Isle of Armor, Cinderace's Gigantamax form shows it standing atop a massive fireball, which is said to often exceed a size of 300 feet. The fireball itself has eyes and a nose, as well as a bird-shaped fiery crest located on top of its head.

6 Infernape

The fiery star of the Sinnoh region, Infernape is the ideal partner for any Generation IV playthrough. Strong, resistant, and with a type combination that comes in handy time and again, Infernape is not only an excellent Pokémon, it's also highly convenient within the Sinnoh region.

Design-wise, Infernape successfully blends all the elements it takes inspiration from. Obviously a monkey, it has long been suggested that Infernape is the Pokémon version of the massively popular character Son Goku, as evidenced by the golden elements in its design and its Japanese name, Goukazaru.

5 Charizard

The original cool Fire-type, Charizard remains one of Pokémon's most popular creations, twenty-five years after its introduction. A dual-type Fire/Flying mon, fans long complained about how Charizard should be a Dragon-type. In Generation VI and with the introduction of Mega Evolution, Charizard finally became a dragon but only on its X version.

As a Pokémon, Charizard is good, although it does have a four-times weakness to the common Rock-type. Still, this ferocious beast's reputation and popularity endure to this day, in large part thanks to how strong and memorable Ash's Charizard is in the anime.

4 Arcanine

A Pokémon so powerful and majestic, many confuse it for a Legendary, or at least a Pseudo-Legendary, Arcanine is one of Generation I's coolest designs. It apparently was meant to be a Legendary Pokémon and even appears next to the Kanto Legendary Birds in an engraving on the Pokémon Center in the anime's second episode.

Alas, Arcanine may not be a Legendary but that doesn't mean it's any less amazing. Drawing inspiration from many fiery dogs and lions from East Asian mythology, like the Xiezhi and the Ryukyuan, Arcanine is a fiercely loyal Pokémon. It is said that anyone who hears its bark will grovel before it.

3 Entei

And speaking of Legendary Pokémon, Entei is said to be born whenever a new volcano appears. Its fire is apparently hotter than magma and Pokémon lore states that whenever it roars, a volcano erupts somewhere in the world.

Along with its trio siblings, Suicune and Raikou, Entei is said to embody the three events that led to the Brass Tower's destruction: Raikou is the thunder that hit the tower, Entei the fire that burned it, and Suicune the rain and winds that eventually put it out. Furthermore, it is also believed that their trio master, Ho-Oh, revived them from the ashes, and a popular theory asserts that they initially were a Jolteon, Flareon, and Vaporeon respectively.

2 Ho-Oh

The game mascot of Pokémon Gold and its remake, Ho-Oh is also one of the first-ever Pokémon introduced in the anime. Witnessed by Ash at the end of the very first episode, it is said that the lucky few who see Ho-Oh will be granted eternal happiness. Its wings are capable of creating beautiful rainbows and it has the unique power to resurrect the dead.

Ho-Oh is very clearly based on the legend of the Phoenix, especially the Fenghuang, the immortal creature from Chinese legend. The Huma Bird, an immortal, never-resting bird said to fly perpetually without rest, may also take part in Ho-Oh's design and inspiration.

1 Reshiram

Unova's lore ranks among the Pokémon world's most compelling and complex and should get a prequel along the lines of Pokémon Legends: Arceus. It tells the story of two brothers who united a warring and divided land using a single powerful dragon. Soon after, they entered into conflict because of their beliefs, with the younger brother trusting ideals and the older seeking truth. The dragon thus divided, taking the form of the ideal-seeking Zekrom and the truth-trusting Reshiram.

Design-wise, Reshiram resembles a wyvern. Thanks to its white fur, long and voluminous mane, and large, bird-like wings, Reshiram is instantly recognizable. However, its jet engine-like tail is by far the most memorable part of its design. It can send flames out of its tail as it flies, incinerating everything on its path. By igniting its tail, it is believed that Reshiram can influence the earth's temperature and alter the weather.

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