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Wartortle(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Water-type Pokémon that made its first appearance in the first generation games Red and Blue. It evolves into Blastoise starting at level 36.

Physiology and Behaviour[]

Wartortle is a bipedal, indigo reptilian Pokémon similar to a turtle. It has brown eyes, a dark blue streak on each cheek, and two sharp teeth protruding from its upper jaw. It has three clawed fingers and pointed toes. On each side of its head are feather-like ears covered in pale blue fur. A brown shell with a pale yellow underside encases its body. A thick, white rim separates the upper and lower halves of the shell. An older Wartortle may have scars and algae growing on its shell. Poking out of the bottom of the shell is a thick, wavy tail that also has light blue fur and cannot be fully withdrawn into its shell. Its tail fur will darken with age. Its tail is a popular symbol of longevity and good luck, making this Pokémon popular with the elderly.

Because they are larger than Squirtle and have a larger shell, Wartortle have a more difficult time walking on land and keeping their balance in the water. To maintain balance while swimming at high speeds, Wartortle moves its furry ears and tail as both rudders and balancing rods. Air can be stored in its fur for extended underwater diving. It hides in water when hunting and emerges to surprise its prey. The anime has shown that Wartortle can be found living in colonies on islands, but its preferred habitat seems to be freshwater ponds and lakes.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Super Smash Bros. series[]

Wartortle has not appeared in the Super Smash Bros. series as of yet though has been mentioned in the trophies for Squirtle and Blastoise in the GameCube game Super Smash Bros. Melee.

In the anime[]

Team Wartortle

Wartortle in the anime

May owned a Wartortle, evolved from Squirtle between the events of Ruby and Sapphire and Diamond and Pearl.

Origin and inspiration[]

It resembles a turtle, with  brown eyes, a dark blue streak on each cheek, and two sharp teeth protruding from its upper jaw. It has three clawed fingers and pointed toes. On each side of its head are feather-like ears covered in pale blue fur. A brown shell with a pale yellow underside encases its body. A thick, white rim separates the upper and lower halves of the shell. An older Wartortle may have scars and algae growing on its shell. Poking out of the bottom of the shell is a thick, wavy tail that also has light blue fur and cannot be fully withdrawn into its shell. Its tail fur will darken with age. Its tail is a popular symbol of longevity and good luck, making this Pokémon popular with the elderly.

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
First Pokémon generation
Pokémon Red and Blue Often hides in water to stalk unwary prey. For swimming fast, it moves its ears to maintain balance.
Pokémon Yellow When tapped, this Pokémon will pull in its head, but its tail will still stick out a little bit.
Pokémon Stadium The tail is covered with a rich fur. It stores air in the fur before taking extended dives underwater.
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold It is recognized as a symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.
Pokémon Silver It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Pokémon Crystal Its long, furry tail is a symbol of longevity, making it quite popular among older people.
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness as a battler.
Pokémon Sapphire Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness as a battler.
Pokémon Emerald Its large tail is covered with rich, thick fur that deepens in color with age. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness in battle.
Pokémon FireRed This Pokémon is very popular as a pet. Its fur-covered tail is a symbol of its longevity.
Pokémon LeafGreen It often hides in water to stalk unwary prey. For fast swimming, it moves its ears to maintain balance.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon Pearl It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon Platinum It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon HeartGold It is recognized as a symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.
Pokémon SoulSilver It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon White It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon Black 2 It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon White 2 It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X When tapped, this Pokémon will pull in its head, but its tail will still stick out a little bit.
Pokémon Y It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon’s toughness as a battler.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon’s toughness as a battler.
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Let's Go
Pikachu
When tapped on its head, this Pokémon will pull it in, but its tail will stick out a little bit.
Pokémon Let's Go
Eevee
When tapped on its head, this Pokémon will pull it in, but its tail will stick out a little bit.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword It is recognized as a symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.
Pokémon Shield It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Pokémon Shining Pearl It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet Wartortle’s long, furry tail is a symbol of longevity, so this Pokémon is quite popular among older people.
Pokémon Violet It often hides in water to stalk unwary prey. While swimming quickly, it moves its ears to maintain balance.


Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
First Pokémon generation
Pokémon Red and Blue
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Yellow
Evolve Squirtle
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby
Trade
Pokémon FireRed
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon LeafGreen
Evolve Squirtle
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Platinum
Trade
Pokémon HeartGold
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon SoulSilver
Evolve Squirtle
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Friend Safari (Water)
Pokémon Y
Friend Safari (Water)
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Let's Go
Pikachu
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Let's Go
Eevee
Evolve Squirtle
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword
Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure)
Pokémon Shield
Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure)
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Shining Pearl
Evolve Squirtle
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
Evolve Squirtle
Pokémon Violet
Evolve Squirtle


Evolution[]

Squirtle
Reach level 16.
Wartortle
Reach level 36.
Blastoise
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Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 59
Attack 63
Defense 80
Sp. Attack 65
Sp. Defense 80
Speed 58
Total 405

Moveset[]

Main article: Wartortle/moveset

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