Pokemon Sun and Moon Fire Starter
Litten (Fire)
Litten is the adorable Fire-type starter in Pokemon Sun and Moon (although, it doesn’t remain adorable forever). It starts out as a well balanced Pokemon, lacking mostly in the DEF department, something which gets sorted out later on. It’s at least pretty darn quick and it’s hard to resist its adorable appearance. Its hidden ability Intimidate does help with the lack of DEF, though, to keep this kitten in the fight.
Evolves into Torracat at Level 17.
HP – 45
ATK – 65
DEF – 40
SP ATK – 60
SP DEF – 40
SPEED – 70
Torracat maintains the same general balance of Litten, only everything has been dialed up a bit. It’s still lacking in defense (both regular and SP), but it makes up for that with its abilities. It’s faster than any of the starters in any of their forms though, so that definitely helps on the offensive and defensive front.
Evolves into Incineroar at Level 34.
HP – 65
ATK – 85
DEF – 50
SP ATK – 80
SP DEF – 50
SPEED – 90
Incineroar (Fire/Dark)
No, you’re not imagining that odd looking werecat with the wrestling belt made out of flames. That’s Litten’s final form, it seems Pokemon has had a thing for making Fire-types humanoid in recent generations. Adding to the weird is that this evolution actually looses speed, tying it with Primarina. However, its DEF and HP see an amazing boost, as does its ATK making it a serious bruiser in battles. The lack of speed can be balanced out with different defensive buffs such as the Bulk Up TM, and Intimidate is still useful to keep attackers in place.
Darkest Lariat and Throat Chop make for some powerful attacks with the latter stopping sound-based abilities for two turns. What you end up with when you get Incineroar is a damage dealing tank that can manage its list of weaknesses thanks to powerful buffs and exceptional defense. It may look awful, but it’s definitely a good choice.
HP – 95
ATK – 115
DEF – 90
SP ATK – 80
SP DEF – 90
SPEED – 60
