Arcanine is based on the Ryukyuan シーサー shisa, or 狛犬 komainu, mythical creatures inspired by lions, tigers, and dogs. Statues of them in pairs are used as guardians that invite good spirits and repel evil ones. It could also be based on the Haetae, a mythical fire-eating dog with similarities to lions and tigers.
Arcanine is a combination of arcane and canine.
Windie may refer to wind or windy, reflecting its defining nature of being fast like the wind, further emphasized by Extreme Speed being its signature move in Generation II.
No: 059
English Name: Arcanine
Japanese Name: Uindi
Generation: 1
Type: Fire
Species: Legendary Pokémon
Abilities: Flash Fire, Intimidate, Justified (hidden ability)
Evolution: Growlithe > Arcanine
Arcanine is a quadruped, canine Pokémon with an orange pelt marked by jagged black stripes. It has diamond-shaped ears with beige insides, black eyes, a round, black nose, and two pointed teeth protruding from its upper jaw. Its head, muzzle, and chest are covered in shaggy, beige fur, except for two oval sections around each eye and ear. Long tufts of fur grow behind its knees and around its ankles. Its underside is black, and it has a billowing, beige tail that is bent in the middle. Each paw has three toes and a round, pink pad.
Arcanine is a fiercely brave and loyal Pokémon. It is capable of running 6,200 miles (10,000 kilometers) in 24 hours with a speed and grace reminiscent of flight. Additionally, the move Extreme Speed was its signature move in the past. Arcanine has long been admired for its beauty and speed, and anyone who hears its bark will grovel before it. The source of its power is a flame blazing wildly inside its body. In the anime, it was shown that it stashes food in its mane and carries it to its nest for its young. Arcanine lives on prairies, and Pokémon Snap has also shown it living in active volcanoes.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Red: A Pokémon that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Pokemon Blue: A Pokémon that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Pokemon Yellow: A legendary Pokémon in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running.
Pokemon Stadium: A Pokémon whose beauty is legendary in China. It is said to run gracefully and lightly, as if it were flying.
Pokemon Gold: This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Pokemon Silver: Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it.
Pokemon Crystal: An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies.
Pokemon Stadium 2: This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Pokemon Ruby: Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power.
Pokemon Sapphire: Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power.
Pokemon Emerald: This fleet-footed Pokémon is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power.
Pokemon FireRed: A Pokémon that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed.
Pokemon LeafGreen: A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Pokemon Diamond: Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
Pokemon Pearl: Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
Pokemon Platinum: Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
Pokemon HeartGold: This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.
Pokemon SoulSilver: Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it.
Pokemon Black: Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
Pokemon White: Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago.
Pokemon Black 2: The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people.
pokemon White 2: The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people.
Pokemon X: A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings.
Pokemon Y: Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power.
Pokemon SUN: Overflowing with beauty and majesty, this strong Pokémon appears in ancient Eastern folklore.
Pokemon MOON: The fire burning inside its body serves as the energy to fuel it as it runs great distances. It appears in many legends.
