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| | name = Incineroar | |||
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| {{nihongo|'''Incineroar'''|ガオガエン|Gaogaen}} is a ] in ] and ]'s ] franchise. Known as the ] Pokemon, Incineroar is a dual-type Fire/Dark Pokémon. It was first introduced in '']''. On June 4, 2016, it was first revealed in official confidential artwork that was leaked on the internet where it's code name was "Tiger 3".<ref>https://pokejungle.net/2016/06/04/rumor-final-starter-evolutions-leaked/</ref> On October 27, 2016, Incineroar was officially revealed. <ref>https://www.polygon.com/2016/10/27/13434346/pokemon-sun-and-moon-starters-final-evolutions-alola-pokemon-league</ref> Incineroar's anime debut was in '']''. Incineroar has received mixed reviews from critics and fans. | |||
| ==Design and characteristics== | |||
| Incineroar resembles a muscular humanoid ] as well as ] and ].<ref name="Inquisitr102816">{{cite news|first=Dustin|last=Kemp|newspaper=The Inquisitr|date=October 28, 2016|accessdate=November 12, 2016|title='Pokemon Sun' and 'Moon' Starter Evolution Reveal: GameFreak Pulls Off the Most Successful Troll in Franchise History|url=http://www.inquisitr.com/3653429/incineroar-is-a-heel/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161104143711/http://www.inquisitr.com/3653429/incineroar-is-a-heel/|archive-date=2016-11-04|url-status=live}}</ref> It has a grey torso resembling a ] with red cloration, black stripes and black cloration its upper jaw and hear. Its waist has flames in the shape of a ] that spews fire. Incineroar tiger's like appearance, wrestler motif, and it being called the Heel Pokemon bears similarities to the titular character in ]. The design of Incineroar also drew some inspiration from the ]an wildlife.<ref name="Minor1101">{{cite news |last=Minor |first=Jordan |title=The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Incineroar |work=] |date=November 1, 2018 |url=https://www.geek.com/games/the-ultimate-super-smash-bros-character-guide-incineroar-1759031/ |accessdate=February 3, 2020}}</ref> The ] version of Incineroar changes his color scheme to orange fur with white stripes.<ref name="Guida0901">{{cite news |last=Guida |first=Matthew |title=Pokémon: Every Shiny Starter Evolution, Ranked |work=The Gamer |date=September 1, 2019 |url=https://www.thegamer.com/pokemon-every-shiny-starter-evolution-ranked/ |accessdate=February 3, 2020}}</ref> It is a violent Pokemon that would ignore it's trainer's orders if it's not in the mood for listening. However, it has a softer side as it is said to love praise from young Pokémon and children.<ref name="Siliconera102716">{{cite news|author=Sato|work=]|publisher=]|date=October 27, 2016|accessdate=November 12, 2016|title=Pokémon Sun & Moon Reveal Final Evolutions For Starters, Brings Back Red & Green As Trainers|url=http://www.siliconera.com/2016/10/27/pokmon-sun-moon-reveal-final-evolutions-starters-brings-back-red-green-trainers/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161111020049/http://www.siliconera.com/2016/10/27/pokmon-sun-moon-reveal-final-evolutions-starters-brings-back-red-green-trainers/|archive-date=2016-11-11|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
| ==Appearances== | |||
| ===In the video games=== | |||
| Incineroar debuted in ] for the ].<ref>{{cite news |last=Donaldson |first=Alex |title=Pokemon Sun & Moon starters guide: starter stats, moves & more – how to pick the best starter |work=] |date=November 22, 2016 |url=https://www.vg247.com/2016/11/22/pokemon-sun-moon-starters-guide-starter-stats-moves-more-how-to-pick-the-best-starter/ |accessdate=March 3, 2020}}</ref> as the final evolution of Litten, the fire-type starter Pokemon of the game. It's signature move is Darkest Lariat, a damage-dealing Dark-type. <ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/Darkest_Lariat_(move)</ref> It also appears in Nintendo's '']'' series, appearing as the last newcomer for '']''.<ref name="Minor1101" /><ref>{{cite news |last1=Martinez |first1=Phillip |title='Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' Direct: Ken, Incineroar and Everything Announced |url=https://www.newsweek.com/super-smash-bros-ultimate-nintendo-direct-announcements-ken-incineroar-1196785 |accessdate=10 February 2020 |work=Newsweek}}</ref> ], the game's director, said he chose Incineroar because he wanted a wrestling character for the game.<ref>{{cite tweet |user=AllSourceGaming |number=1062726902341746691 |date=November 14, 2018 |title=Sakurai wanted to pick a newcomer to represent content from a newer game. With Ultra Sun and Moon, a Pokemon 'slot' was left opened. Eventually after some consideration, they went with Incineroar. Sakurai says he wanted to try making a pro wrestler.}}</ref> In the Japanese version of ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', Incineroar is voiced by ], who also voiced ] in the ''Pokémon'' anime. It marked one of his final voice acting appearances before his 2018 death a few months before the release of the game.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://nintendosoup.com/incineroar-was-voiced-by-the-now-deceased-professor-oak-voice-actor/ | title=Incineroar Was Voiced by the Now Deceased Professor Oak Voice Actor| date=November 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Incineroar |website=Behind the Voice Actors |url=https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/video-games/Super-Smash-Bros-Ultimate/Incineroar/ |accessdate=February 3, 2020}}</ref> ] provides the character voice in the English version.<ref>{{cite web |title=Tyler Bunch |website=Behind the Voice Actors |url=https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Tyler-Bunch/ |accessdate=December 16, 2020}}</ref> | |||
| ===In ther anime=== | |||
| In the ''Pokémon'' anime, Incineroar debuted in the 2017 film '']'', under the ownership of Cross.<ref>{{Cite news |title=All 22 Pokémon Feature Films, Ranked Worst to Best (Photos) |work=] |date=May 9, 2019 |url=https://www.thewrap.com/all-22-pokemon-feature-films-ranked-worst-to-best-photos/ |accessdate=March 3, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Erao |first=Matthew |title=Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! Trailer is Here |work=] |date=October 4, 2017 |url=https://screenrant.com/pokemon-movie-choose-you-trailer/ |accessdate=March 3, 2020}}</ref> Two Incineroars later appeared in ]. The first is owned by Professor Kukui/Masked Royal. The second by protagonist ]. Ash's Incineroar first appeared as a wild Litten in the first episode<ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM001</ref> and would later on in the series be caught by Ash.<ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM021</ref> Ash's Litten developed a rivalry with Professor Kukai's Incineroar in the latter's debt where it evolved into a Torracat battling in their second battle.<ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM063</ref> Ash's Torracat evolved into an Incineroar after it defeated Kukai's in their final battle.<ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM143</ref> Following Ash's decision to travel the world, he left Incineroar, along with his other Alolan Pokémon, in Professors Kukui's care.<ref>https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM146</ref> | |||
| ==Reception== | |||
| Incineroar initially received criticism from fans before it was officially revealed as it was assumed to be a dual Fire/Fighting-type Pokémon, a strongly disliked trend among Fire-type starters. Dustin Kemp of ''The Inquisitr'' called Incineroar's eventual reveal a "brilliant ] maneuver by GameFreak".<ref name="Inquisitr102816"/> Matthew Guida of ''The Gamer'' has complimented Incineroar, calling it a "fearsome Pokémon" and particularly praised its Shiny Pokémon form, which he said "adds a majestic and regal appearance to its regular design".<ref name="Guida0901" /> Allegra Frank of '']'' critiqued Incineroar's design of a "gigantic fighting feline monster", compared to its pre-evolution Litten, to be "upsetting" and leaving fans "extremely disheartened", but nonetheless praised its Fire/Dark typing as "some good to be found in Incineroar’s official reveal".<ref>{{cite web |last1=Frank |first1=Allegra |title=Pokémon Sun and Moon's newest Pokémon are one-of-a-kind |url=https://www.polygon.com/2016/10/27/13435352/pokemon-sun-and-moon-final-starter-evolution-legendaries-cosmog |website=Polygon |language=en |date=27 October 2016}}</ref> Oliver Cragg of '']'' was critical of Incineroar in ''Pokémon Sun'' and ''Moon'' because "its stats are spread so broadly that it fails to excel at anything", and that its attacks are "a tad underpowered".<ref>{{cite news |last=Cragg |first=Oliver |title=Pokemon Sun and Moon starter guide: Best pick from Rowlet, Popplio or Litten for easy Alolan Trials |work=] |date=December 30, 2016 |url=https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/pokemon-sun-moon-starter-guide-best-pick-rowlet-popplio-litten-easy-alolan-trials-1592077 |accessdate=March 3, 2020}}</ref> Jordan Minor of '']'' praised the addition of Incineroar to ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' because its professional wrestling-inspired grapple moves are so different than those of other playable characters. He wrote: "We're excited to try out up close and personal grabs and lariats or even bouncing foes against the ropes."<ref name="Minor1101" /> | |||
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Pokémon species Fictional character| Incineroar | |
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| First appearance | Pokémon Sun and Moon (2016) |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Toru Sakurai English: H.D. Quinn |
Incineroar (ガオガエン, Gaogaen) is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon franchise. Known as the Heel Pokemon, Incineroar is a dual-type Fire/Dark Pokémon. It was first introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon. On June 4, 2016, it was first revealed in official confidential artwork that was leaked on the internet where it's code name was "Tiger 3". On October 27, 2016, Incineroar was officially revealed. Incineroar's anime debut was in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!. Incineroar has received mixed reviews from critics and fans.
Design and characteristics
Incineroar resembles a muscular humanoid tiger as well as heel fighters and wrestlers. It has a grey torso resembling a tank top with red cloration, black stripes and black cloration its upper jaw and hear. Its waist has flames in the shape of a championship belt that spews fire. Incineroar tiger's like appearance, wrestler motif, and it being called the Heel Pokemon bears similarities to the titular character in Tiger Mask. The design of Incineroar also drew some inspiration from the Hawaiian wildlife. The Shiny Pokémon version of Incineroar changes his color scheme to orange fur with white stripes. It is a violent Pokemon that would ignore it's trainer's orders if it's not in the mood for listening. However, it has a softer side as it is said to love praise from young Pokémon and children.
Appearances
In the video games
Incineroar debuted in Pokémon Sun and Moon for the Nintendo 3DS. as the final evolution of Litten, the fire-type starter Pokemon of the game. It's signature move is Darkest Lariat, a damage-dealing Dark-type. It also appears in Nintendo's Super Smash Bros. series, appearing as the last newcomer for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Masahiro Sakurai, the game's director, said he chose Incineroar because he wanted a wrestling character for the game. In the Japanese version of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Incineroar is voiced by Unshō Ishizuka, who also voiced Professor Oak in the Pokémon anime. It marked one of his final voice acting appearances before his 2018 death a few months before the release of the game. Tyler Bunch provides the character voice in the English version.
In ther anime
In the Pokémon anime, Incineroar debuted in the 2017 film Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!, under the ownership of Cross. Two Incineroars later appeared in Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon. The first is owned by Professor Kukui/Masked Royal. The second by protagonist Ash Ketchum. Ash's Incineroar first appeared as a wild Litten in the first episode and would later on in the series be caught by Ash. Ash's Litten developed a rivalry with Professor Kukai's Incineroar in the latter's debt where it evolved into a Torracat battling in their second battle. Ash's Torracat evolved into an Incineroar after it defeated Kukai's in their final battle. Following Ash's decision to travel the world, he left Incineroar, along with his other Alolan Pokémon, in Professors Kukui's care.
Reception
Incineroar initially received criticism from fans before it was officially revealed as it was assumed to be a dual Fire/Fighting-type Pokémon, a strongly disliked trend among Fire-type starters. Dustin Kemp of The Inquisitr called Incineroar's eventual reveal a "brilliant trolling maneuver by GameFreak". Matthew Guida of The Gamer has complimented Incineroar, calling it a "fearsome Pokémon" and particularly praised its Shiny Pokémon form, which he said "adds a majestic and regal appearance to its regular design". Allegra Frank of Polygon critiqued Incineroar's design of a "gigantic fighting feline monster", compared to its pre-evolution Litten, to be "upsetting" and leaving fans "extremely disheartened", but nonetheless praised its Fire/Dark typing as "some good to be found in Incineroar’s official reveal". Oliver Cragg of International Business Times was critical of Incineroar in Pokémon Sun and Moon because "its stats are spread so broadly that it fails to excel at anything", and that its attacks are "a tad underpowered". Jordan Minor of Geek.com praised the addition of Incineroar to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate because its professional wrestling-inspired grapple moves are so different than those of other playable characters. He wrote: "We're excited to try out up close and personal grabs and lariats or even bouncing foes against the ropes."
References
- https://pokejungle.net/2016/06/04/rumor-final-starter-evolutions-leaked/
- https://www.polygon.com/2016/10/27/13434346/pokemon-sun-and-moon-starters-final-evolutions-alola-pokemon-league
- ^ Kemp, Dustin (October 28, 2016). "'Pokemon Sun' and 'Moon' Starter Evolution Reveal: GameFreak Pulls Off the Most Successful Troll in Franchise History". The Inquisitr. Archived from the original on 2016-11-04. Retrieved November 12, 2016.
- ^ Minor, Jordan (November 1, 2018). "The Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Character Guide: Incineroar". Geek.com. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- ^ Guida, Matthew (September 1, 2019). "Pokémon: Every Shiny Starter Evolution, Ranked". The Gamer. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- Sato (October 27, 2016). "Pokémon Sun & Moon Reveal Final Evolutions For Starters, Brings Back Red & Green As Trainers". Siliconera. Curse. Archived from the original on 2016-11-11. Retrieved November 12, 2016.
- Donaldson, Alex (November 22, 2016). "Pokemon Sun & Moon starters guide: starter stats, moves & more – how to pick the best starter". VG247. Retrieved March 3, 2020.
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/Darkest_Lariat_(move)
- Martinez, Phillip. "'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' Direct: Ken, Incineroar and Everything Announced". Newsweek. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
- @AllSourceGaming (November 14, 2018). "Sakurai wanted to pick a newcomer to represent content from a newer game. With Ultra Sun and Moon, a Pokemon 'slot' was left opened. Eventually after some consideration, they went with Incineroar. Sakurai says he wanted to try making a pro wrestler" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Incineroar Was Voiced by the Now Deceased Professor Oak Voice Actor". November 2018.
- "Incineroar". Behind the Voice Actors. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- "Tyler Bunch". Behind the Voice Actors. Retrieved December 16, 2020.
- "All 22 Pokémon Feature Films, Ranked Worst to Best (Photos)". TheWrap. May 9, 2019. Retrieved March 3, 2020.
- Erao, Matthew (October 4, 2017). "Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! Trailer is Here". Screen Rant. Retrieved March 3, 2020.
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM001
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM021
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM063
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM143
- https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/SM146
- Frank, Allegra (27 October 2016). "Pokémon Sun and Moon's newest Pokémon are one-of-a-kind". Polygon.
- Cragg, Oliver (December 30, 2016). "Pokemon Sun and Moon starter guide: Best pick from Rowlet, Popplio or Litten for easy Alolan Trials". International Business Times. Retrieved March 3, 2020.
